AMERICAN LITTORAL SOCIETY 

Full-Time Summer Intern - 2008

Coastal Environmental Education and Research

The American Littoral Society (ALS) is a private, nonprofit, membership-based organization headquartered on Sandy Hook in Highlands, NJ. Our mission is to empower people to care for the coast through programs focused on advocating, learning and conserving. We seek a bright, energetic, and flexible individual to perform a variety of tasks throughout the summer at our headquarters location. Primary responsibilities will include: Leading hands-on outdoor education programs (seining, hikes) at a variety of locations; assisting in researching, writing, and designing public education materials on coastal/marine topics for various audiences; representing ALS at events and meetings. The position is full time and hours are flexible with some evening and weekends required. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a well-established organization that promotes coastal conservation through education and advocacy.

 

Qualifications: Junior or senior with marine biology, marine science, coastal ecology or similar background. Some environmental education experience would be helpful but not necessary, as long as you enjoy sharing your enthusiasm for the littoral zone with people from all age groups and walks of life. You must have a basic knowledge of coastal ecosystems and the ability to identify basic flora and fauna and you must have the use of a car.

ALS offers a paid dormitory room, a stipend based upon experience and education and seeks someone who can begin work in mid to late May. ALS will work with you and your educational institution to meet their requirements to receive college credits for your work with us. Please e-mail a cover letter describing your primary areas of interest and your resume to jim@littoralsociety.org. To learn more about ALS, visit www.littoralsociety.org

 

American Littoral Society

Sandy Hook, Highlands, NJ

732-291-0055

 

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