Discovery Hall Programs (DHP) offers internship opportunities for students to learn more about the field of environmental education through assisting in our outdoor classes and summer camps. These opportunities include school year and summer internships for high school students, undergraduate students, and recent graduates.
2022 Summer Environmental Education Internship
Dates: May 30-July 28, 2022
The 2022 application deadline has passed. Will update when 2023 internship information is made available.
Discovery Hall Programs (DHP) has a summer internship position available for an undergraduate (junior, senior) or recent graduate from a group currently under-represented in marine science and environmental education.
Interns work with DHP’s education personnel in our many different summer programs including summer camps for K-12 students, residential class in marine science for high school students, teacher workshops, and public outreach events. Interns assist in all aspects of logistics, preparation, and teaching. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the field of environmental education and learn about the Gulf of Mexico ecosystems.
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The internship includes a $4,000 stipend, as well as a full room and board. A background check and drug testing are requirements for employment. This internship is supported by the Mississippi-Alabama Sea Grant Consortium.
To apply, please send 1) a cover letter describing your interests and qualifications, 2) your current CV/resume, 3) transcripts (unofficial is OK), and 4) a completed application to dhpsummer@disl.edu with the subject line, Discovery Hall Summer Internship.
Alternatively, mail application materials to:
Discovery Hall Summer Internship
Dauphin Island Sea Lab
101 Bienville Blvd
Dauphin Island, Alabama 36528
For further information, please contact DHP Registrar Cassie Hanback at (251) 861-2141 x7515 or email dhpsummer@disl.edu.
