Summer Conservation - Intern

William & Mary is seeking a Summer Conservation Intern to support educational outreach programs at the Virginia Institute of Marine Science. Responsibilities include assisting with summer camps for students, conducting field experiences, and analyzing educational evaluations. The position is temporary, hourly, and requires outdoor work in various weather conditions. Candidates should be high school graduates, enrolled in an undergraduate program, and have an interest in marine science or education.
Position Information

Position Number

T0612V

Position Title

Summer Conservation - Intern

Employment Category

Hourly - Temporary

Location

VIMS - Gloucester

Department

151100 CBNERRVA

Unit Mission Statement

The mission of the Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS) and William & Mary’s Batten School of Coastal and Marine Sciences (Batten School) is to seek and broadly communicate knowledge in marine and coastal science to the Commonwealth of Virginia, the nation, and the world through research, education, and advisory service.

VIMS’ strategic sections are committed to the development of resilient systems through a focus on three grand challenges, ensuring science for stewardship of:
• Ecosystem Health: connecting physical, chemical, biological, and socioeconomic systems to address environmental and community vulnerabilities.
• Natural Resources: providing translational science for sustainable management of coastal socio-ecological systems, especially fisheries and aquaculture.
• Coastal and Ocean Processes: connecting global trends and local drivers to understand and address environmental change.

The Chesapeake Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve in Virginia (CBNERR-VA) strives to be a leader in applying science to solve coastal management issues while improving awareness and understanding of coastal resources through education.

Position Summary
• Support CBNERR-VA education and outreach programs including teacher training, public outreach, and field-based summer camps.
• Responsible for assisting with several week-long summer camps for students in 3rd grade through 10th grade, including field experiences, laboratory activities, crafts, and general safety supervision.
• Assist in the dissemination and analysis of educational evaluations.

Conditions of Employment
• This summer intern position is a temporary (hourly) position.
• Must have ability and comfort working outdoors in adverse weather conditions.
• All hourly employees are subject to the limitations of the Virginia Manpower Control Program and total hours worked may not exceed on average 29 hours per week, over the course of a twelve month period beginning May 1 each year.
• This is a non-exempt position, eligible to receive overtime in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act.
• This position may be subject to overtime during high peak times, etc. as directed and approved by the supervisor.

Essential Designation

No

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Position Restricted?

Yes, this is a temporary position

Position Term

Other (specify actual months below)

Position Months

Staff: Other (specify pay period start/end dates) - May - August 2025

Required Qualifications
• High School graduate or equivalent and enrolled in an undergraduate program for the Fall of 2025.
• Interest in marine science and/or education as a possible future career focus.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills with the ability to work independently and as an effective and collaborative team member.
• Ability to take initiative and contribute to creative programming needs.
• Demonstrated confidence being on vessels (boats, canoes, kayaks), in water.
• Basic competency in MS software packages (Excel, Power Point, Word or comparable document i.e. Google Docs) and social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube).
• Experience teaching science related topics to a diverse audience.
• Past experience, which may include paid and unpaid experience, including school work and volunteer work, helps build the competencies and knowledge that translates to these openings.

Preferred Qualifications
• Familiarity with Chesapeake Bay.
• Demonstrated experience working with school-aged audiences.

Is the position remote work eligible?

Not eligible

Remote Work Disclaimer

Remote work eligibility is not guaranteed and is subject to approval. Employee eligibility depends on the likelihood of the employee succeeding in a remote work arrangement and the supervisor’s ability to manage remote workers. Departments and/or Human Resources may amend, alter, change, delete, or modify eligibility.

Advertised Pay Range

$15.50/hour

Advertised Pay Range Statement

All hiring rates are commensurate with relevant experience up to the advertised amount considering internal alignment.

This position has an established starting rate.

University Salary Range

U03

Benefits Summary Statement

N/A

Job Open Date

02/03/2025

Review Begin Date

Job Close Date

02/17/2025

Open Until Filled

No

Special Application Instructions

Background Check Statement

William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

EEO Statement

William & Mary is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access employer and actively encourages applications from minorities, women, disabled persons and veterans.