CAREERS

Career Opportunities | Rookery Bay Research Reserve
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Career Opportunities at Rookery Bay

The Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve has a staff of nearly 40 individuals working in various capacities including research, stewardship, education, coastal training, facilities and administration.

Many of the jobs here are salaried and benefitted either through the Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s Coastal Office or Florida International University. Other Personnel Services (OPS) positions are also available and some are funded by the Friends of Rookery Bay and/or other partnering organizations. Available position details and applications are posted below. Visit jobs.myflorida.com for more opportunities elsewhere within our agency.

Additionally, Friends of Rookery Bay has a staff of 5 individuals working to connect people to Southwest Florida’s dynamic coastal environment in support of Rookery Bay Research Reserve. Positions are both full-time and part-time employees and contractors.

INTERNSHIPS

Paid Internships

A continuing position, either full-time or part-time, with a stipend based on experience and work expectations. The stipend will vary may be reduced or eliminated if the reserve is providing housing.

Credit Internships

A continuing position that provides students with school credit as approved by their academic institution for the number of hours as required by the institution, usually 135.

Project-based (ad hoc) Internship

A position that may be made available for appropriate candidates whose interests align with staff needs to accomplish a specific project. Stipend or credit hours may be encumbered at the successful completion of a pre-determined project.

There are also a number of “unpaid” opportunities that may be available to interested parties who seek to gain experience as a volunteer. If accepted, the candidate is not considered an intern, but will be working to provide ongoing assistance or help with a specific project. Visit our volunteer section.

Internships | Shark Monitoring and Shark Tagging | Rookery Bay Research Reserve

Current Opportunities

Careers and Internships | Rookery Bay Research Reserve
The current career opportunities are listed below with application instructions. Check back often to ensure you do not miss an opportunity that meets your interest. Thanks for your interest in becoming a part of the Rookery Bay Reserve team!
Visitor Services Specialist
Education Intern - Summer
Education Intern - Fall & Spring
Research Associate

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