Maryland Oyster Restoration Intern

Chesapeake Bay Foundation Inc • Annapolis, MD

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Chesapeake Bay Foundation (CBF) seeks a Maryland Oyster Restoration Intern to support its Advocacy and Restoration Department in Maryland. CBF, established in 1966, is the largest regional nonprofit conservation organization focused on saving the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries. The organization engages in education, advocacy, litigation, and restoration efforts. CBF has approximately 200 employees working across multiple states and field locations. The headquarters in Annapolis, Maryland, features the LEED platinum Philip Merrill Environmental Center, and the Brock Environmental Center in Virginia Beach is recognized for its energy efficiency.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a degree-granting program (undergraduate or graduate) or a recent graduate of such a program
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills; an ability to work effectively with staff and volunteers, as well as independently; and an ability to be a self-starter
• Excellent time management skills needed to handle multiple, concurrent projects
• Familiarity with Excel, Word, and Outlook required
• We seek creative thinkers interested in learning about the Chesapeake Bay as well as furthering the Foundation’s mission to "Save the Bay"
• Must have reliable daily transportation for travel in Maryland. The majority of the work will take place in Anne Arundel County but travel to other areas within the state such as Baltimore, the Eastern Shore and Southern Maryland is required.

Nice To Haves

• Students obtaining or who have obtained degrees in environmental science, biology, marine science, or other, similar subject is preferred but not required
• Previous experience with fieldwork and data collection is preferred but not a requirement

Responsibilities

• Assist with hands-on restoration activities including oyster planting, shell recycling, etc.
• Assist with managing volunteer events associated with the program.
• Help CBF Oyster Team staff with general office/administrative support, including data entry and filing, digital and material organization, among other tasks.
• Attend relevant meetings with CBF staff and other restoration partners.
• Help CBF Oyster Team staff manage the oyster gardening and shell recycling programs.
• Help prepare materials for any events including advocacy asks, spat-on-shell, cages, spreadsheets, etc.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed