Delaware Sea Grant Extension, Education, and Research Internship (EERI)

Two interns will be hired from this posting. The Delaware Sea Grant (DESG) EERI is an opportunity to dive deep into MAS programs and play an integral role in their planning and implementation and gain practical research experience. It will allow the intern to understand the tremendous breadth of topics, including coastal hazards and preparedness, coastal ecology, environmental education, fisheries, social science, and climate change, and the required skills to be an effective extension-educator. Join our dynamic team to gain hands-on experience in non-formal education and community engagement in a research setting. As an intern, you will play a key role in supporting a variety of educational initiatives including: 1. Non-formal education programs: Assisting with the design and delivery of teacher professional development workshops; Leading public tours of the University of Delaware’s Lewes campus, showcasing cutting-edge research and facilities; Engaging diverse audiences through interactive workshops, exhibits, and community events; Contributing to the creation of educational and outreach materials with a special focus on aquaculture 2. Community science programs: Support the development and implementation of community science programs aimed at monitoring submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV); Assist in establishing long-term monitoring sites to track changes in SAV health and distribution; Conduct research to better understand the growth patterns of widgeon grass, a key SAV species; Collaborate with state and local partners, as well as engage community members in hands-on scientific research and environmental stewardship The intern may also gain experience with coastal hazard preparedness and offshore wind extension, urban environmental education, and hands-on field work in fisheries, aquaculture, and coastal ecology. This is a unique opportunity to build valuable skills in science communication, education, and public engagement, while working alongside professionals dedicated to advancing science and understanding of our natural world.

For more information visit: https://www.deseagrant.org/internships