Internships
Build real-world experience, develop valuable skills, and take the next step toward your dream career.
MATE Center — Marine Advanced Technology Education
Lists internship opportunities nationally and internationally, including at-sea opportunities for college students.
Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute (STRI) — Panama
Internships and fellowships at one of the world's leading tropical research institutions — strong Caribbean focus.
NOAA Fisheries Intern Program
10-week research internship at NOAA's fisheries science centers for undergraduate students. Provides a pathway into marine and environmental science careers.
Coral Restoration Foundation (CRF) — Our Partners!
Internship opportunities in coral restoration — the same organization we partner with for our Butler Bay coral trees.
University of the Virgin Islands (UVI)
Your local university! Explore research assistantships, partnerships, and coursework that supports your marine science career right here in St. Croix.
Student Conservation Association (SCA)
Conservation internships posted year-round — summer internships typically posted December–January. Field work, research, and education positions nationwide.
Reef Environmental Education Foundation (REEF)
Citizen science, fish ID training, and volunteer opportunities. Great for building fish survey skills and staying connected to the reef science community.
Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (Maryland)
Fellowships and internships for undergrads and recent grads in ecological research.
National Park Service Internships
Field and resource management internships across the U.S. including Caribbean national parks
Central Caribbean Marine Institute (CCMI) — Little Cayman
Research internships for early-career scientists in coral reef resilience, restoration, and ecosystem dynamics. Also promotes minority representation in science.