RESPONSIBILITIES
- Nursery Setup and Coral Propagation: Assist in establishing and maintaining coral propagation hardware at multiple in-water coral nurseries, contributing to the propagation and restoration of multiple species of Caribbean coral.
- Maintenance and Data Collection: Engage in regular maintenance dives at coral nurseries to clean coral structures and equipment, as well as monitoring the health, growth, and survival of nursery grown corals.
- Database Management: Record, organize, and maintain nursery and restoration data, including coral inventory, growth metrics, genotype tracking, and outplant performance, ensuring accurate documentation and data accessibility for project partners.
- Coral Distribution and Collaboration: Support the collection, processing, and distribution of coral fragments in collaboration with Re5 partners (University of Miami, NSU, Mote, etc.), ensuring a successful exchange of genotypes and genetic diversity.
- Community and Partner Engagement: Participate in annual meetings with project partners and contribute to group discussions and strategy sessions in Miami.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
This internship provides a unique opportunity to gain experience in coral nursery management, propagation techniques, data management, and collaborative conservation work. Interns will develop hands-on coral restoration skills and contribute directly to efforts aimed at restoring Florida’s Coral Reef ecosystem.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Open Water SCUBA Certification (through a recognized certification body–NAUI, PADI, SSI, etc.) o Certify that you have at least 50 dives
- Preferred candidates will have: o Training beyond Open Water Scuba o Active Oxygen Administration certification o Active CPR/First Aid certification o Photo and video skills
- To participate in diving, candidates will be required to provide: o RSTC document (attached) or dive physical. o Proof of diving certification o Proof of active dive insurance (DAN)
- Recent completion of a marine biology or related program. • You must own or have access to reliable dive gear (excluding tanks). This includes: o BCD, regulator, mask, fins, snorkel, dive computer, wetsuit, weights, and gloves
o The internship host will provide all coral related working tools. - You must have a working computer.
- Vehicular transportation is the responsibility of the intern.
- Coral work requires a high level of physical activity and/or physical exertion. Interns must be able to carry 65 pounds and able to lift 35 pounds overhead.
- A typical work week is 40 hours a week but may also include some weekends and holidays.
- Possess strong communication, interpersonal, and time management skills.
- Ability to take initiative and successfully complete assigned tasks.
- Ability to work well in a team environment, but also work well independently.
- 1 year experience with coral nursery maintenance and propagation.
- Experience with coral nursery set up and reporting procedures.
Salary: $2,000 per month
Deadline: November 20, 2025
