Current opportunities are listed below.
Florida Oceanographic is an equal opportunity employer*, complies
with the American Disabilities Act**, and is a drug-free work place.
*Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
(Title VII), which prohibits employment discrimination based on race,
color, religion, sex, or national origin.
**Title I and Title V of the Americans with
Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), which prohibit employment discrimination
against qualified individuals with disabilities in the private sector,
and in state and local governments.
Job Openings
Communications and Development Intern
Internship Department: Development Department
Summary of Position: Assist with the Society’s communication projects, media relations opportunities, events, and functions pertaining to fundraising and donor stewardship.
Responsibilities:
1. Willingness to interact with both internal and external audiences via telephone or in-person.
2. Assisting staff with press releases and communication needs
3. Producing background research on industry news
4. Assisting with multiple aspects of donor relations, special events and development activities included but not limited to: major fundraising events, cocktail parties, dinners, meetings, tours and other donor-related activities
5. Assisting with planning fundraising events
6. Overseeing activities associated with Young Friends of Florida Oceanographic, and conducting Young Friends membership drive
Final Product: The candidate will gain a solid grounding in the public relations skills needed to understand and navigate the media world for a not-for-profit organization. The candidate will gain valuable hands-on experiencein thedevelopment/event-planning field.
Qualifications:
1. Must be able to multi-task, have excellent organizational skills, be deadline-oriented, have the ability to work well as a team and independently, and be energetic and eager to learn
2. Must have a passion for public relations and development
3. Excellent time management skills
4. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook
5. Experience with Adobe Creative Suite a plus
6. Professional appearance, work ethic, and demeanor is imperative
Minimum GPA: 3.0 on a 4-point scale
Desired year in school: College senior or recent undergrad graduate.
Compensation: Unpaid. Interns must make arrangements with their schools to gain academic credit for this internship. Florida Oceanographic is happy to provide any work documentation necessary for this process.
Desired Majors: Communications, public relations, non-profit management, business, journalism, or other related field.
Time Commitment: Three to four days a week; 10-20 hours weekly (set schedule will be determined based on intern availability). Some nights and weekends will be required.
Learning Potential: Exposure to a variety of media relations opportunities, special events planning, and donor cultivation. Relationship building with local, regional and national media outlets. Connections to other Florida Oceanographic staff members and interns through formal and informal trainings as well as mentor-ship opportunities.
To Apply: Please submit a letter of interest, and resume to info@floridaocean.org or by mail to:
Internship ProgramAttn: Development Department
Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center
890 NE Ocean Blvd
Stuart, FL 34996
Summer Camp Education Intern
Summary of Position:
Summer Camp Education Intern for summer 2012. This temporary, full-time, paid position will be based at Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center.
Dates:
This position is for an 8 week term, from June 4 to 29, 2012 and July 9, 2012 to August 3, 2012, Monday thru Friday. Plus 3 additional days of training, May 30, 2012 to June 1, 2012.
Primary Job Responsibility:
The primary responsibility of this position will be to assist in the implementation of Coastal Discovery Summer Camp. The education intern will assist the summer camp director with camp activities, lessons, science experiments, animal encounters, crafts, and field trips. The education intern will aid in making summer camp a safe environment for children, where they can learn about local animals and ecosystems, and where they can develop their creativity and scientific curiosity. Working closely with Education Department staff, the intern will gain valuable hands-on teaching experience including practical applications of curriculum design, group facilitation, and scientific field explorations.
Requirements:
1. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
2. Educators or degree seeking students (undergraduate or graduate) with a major in education, environmental education, marine sciences, biology, environmental sciences, or a similar field.
3.The ideal candidate would have previous teaching experience (classroom or field) with children.
4. Applicants must possess a valid Florida driver's license and a good driving record.
5. Applicants must be a competent swimmer.
6. Certification in First Aid, CPR, and water safety preferred
7. Candidates must pass a criminal background check.
8. Knowledge of computer software including Microsoft Office preferred.
Compensation:
$10.00 per hour paid bi-weekly.
To Apply:
Please submit the completed employment application and resume by fax, mail, or email by March 1st.
Contact:
Shannon Dack
Education Specialist
Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center
890 NE Ocean Blvd, Stuart, FL 34996
Phone: 772.225.0505 ext. 118
Fax: 772.225.4725
Email: sdack@floridaocean.org
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