Pennsylvania Sea Grant Summer 2025 Undergraduate Internship Opportunity
Programmatic Focus: Outreach – Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention
Location: Erie, Pennsylvania
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) have a significant impact on the ecology and economy of Pennsylvania. Educating partners, stakeholders, and water users about AIS impacts and ways to prevent their introduction and spread has been a key area of focus for Pennsylvania Sea Grant for twenty-five years. The AIS outreach intern will work with staff to update and revise AIS outreach materials and resources, identify opportunities for in-person or virtual presentations to key audiences, and assist in general outreach efforts to advance AIS education. This position may attend in-person events in Erie, therefore the preferred location of this position is in the Erie region, with ability to commute to the Tom Ridge Environmental Center. There may also be opportunities for travel to events in western Pennsylvania. Other aspects of this position can be completed virtually.
Specifically, the intern may:
- Identify opportunities (specific groups, established events, virtual meetings) and assist in the development of AIS prevention presentations and events, attend events, and give presentations.
- Compile and write species information for a regional baitfish identification guide
- Assist in the development of AIS outreach materials
- Other AIS-focused projects as needed
These activities will involve regular communication with Pennsylvania Sea Grant staff, relevant stakeholders, state agencies, non-governmental organizations, and others.
Qualifications: The intern should have strong interpersonal, presentation, writing and organizational skills. The ability to work independently, communicate effectively to individuals and larger groups and to accurately synthesize and deliver information is preferred. An interest in and experience with AIS prevention and management is preferred but not required.
The internships are offered in Pennsylvania as part of the Community Engaged Internship (CEI) program, which is offered by Sea Grant programs across the country. Candidates should review the scope of the internship opportunity prior to applying.
Get the details and apply today at https://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/PSU_Staff/job/Penn-State-Erie-The-Behrend-College/Pennsylvania-Sea-Grant-2025-Summer-Undergraduate-Internship-Program—Aquatic-Invasive-Species-Outreach_REQ_0000063159-1
