Community Conservation Intern

The Marine Mammal Center•Kailua-Kona, HI

6d•$3,000 - $3,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Community Conservation Intern supports The Marine Mammal Center’s Hawaiian monk seal sighting hotline by effectively communicating with our volunteers and the general public regarding hauled out Hawaiian monk seals. They support and educate callers, evaluate the needs of the animal, provide detailed documentation of the exchange and sightings, and coordinate volunteers for response. This internship provides broad exposure to several key program areas, offering a well-rounded introduction to our work.

Requirements

Must receive college credit for this internship and be currently enrolled in a college or university.
No prior experience is required.
Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions and priorities as set by management.
Ability to work collaboratively and maintain open communication in a team environment.
Ability to maintain flexibility in a changing environment.
Ability to learn from change, challenges, and feedback.
Ability to learn Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Word) and videoconference technology (Slack, Teams, Zoom).
Ability to learn custom-build computer systems for data entry.
Ability to conduct oneself in a calm and professional manner when engaging with the public, volunteers and/or difficult situations.
Ability to practice self-awareness and respect while engaging with staff, volunteers, and members of the public.
Willingness to support and participate in The Marine Mammal Center’s diversity, equity, and inclusion programs.

Nice To Haves

Interest in marine and environmental conservation.

Responsibilities

Answer calls from the public, partner agencies, and others, gathering detailed information from callers about location and situation.
Utilize scoring rubric to determine the need for response and dispatch responder as the situation demands.
Positively represent the organization at community outreach events including monthly Open House.
Complete data entry about calls for hauled out Hawaiian monk seals and responses into partner databases.
Update photo server and database accurately.
Assist in collection and analysis of social science data.
Support a variety of education programs for 4th grade and high school students.
Assist staff at youth events with professionalism, enthusiasm, and cultural sensitivity.
Shadow animal care crew as the opportunity arises.
Design project to engage community members at outreach events.
May represent and promote the Center through donor cultivation participation in partnership with the department as opportunities arise.
Perform special projects and research as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.