Program Name Job Title Summer Acad Yr Deadline Pay Location Category Description
Avila College Summer/Research Internships X   3/10 Inq MO NAT http://www.avila.edu/biology/Bobweb/7powreu.htm
Indiana University Research Experience for Undergrads X
3/1 STP IN BMR, NAT Summer internships in animal behavior. Interns spend the summer engaged in a rigorous program of research, investigating animal behavior in the field or in laboratories.
http://www.indiana.edu/~animal/academics/reu.html
New England Aquarium Twelve-week summer internship opportunities X
4/7 Inq MA MAR,NAT Internship positions related to marine science and ecology include research lab, aquaculturist, aquarist, marine mammal, and penguin colony internships.

http://www.neaq.org/index.flash4.html
Bradley University Independent Research for Undergrads X     STP IL NAT

research objective is to develop a dynamic carbon budget model for a typical Midwestern forest watershed system.

http:www.bradley.edu/academics/las/bio/summerreu.html
Bronx Zoo/Wildlife Conservation Park Education Internship X X Inq. STP NY MTJ,NAT Teaching internships for Education Dept. and camp programs. Undergrad and grad students majoring in education or biological sciences may apply. Ability to relate to children and interest in wildlife conservation are essential.
http://www.bronxzoo.com/
Academy of Nat Sci, Phila Res Int; Env/Evol Bio X
3/2 STP/R/B PA NAT 10-week research project based on botany, ichthyology, ornithology, entomology, malacology & paleontology. Includes field trips, workshops & seminars.

http://www.acnatsci.org/
Adirondack Mt. Club Naturalist Trail Crew

2/15 Pd/R/B NY NAT Students work in the Adirondack Park maintaining trails, operating maintain lodges, and helping visitors by being able to answer any questions the may have.

http://www.adk.org/
Alaska State Parks Summer Interns X
3/1 Vol AK NAT Trail and campground maintenance, assist staff on back country and river patrols

http://www.dnr.state.ak.us/parks/
Alexandria Archaeology Summer Int.-Museum Ed. X
Var Vol/Cr VA NAT Interns are given projects to do which are tailored to the educational needs of the student.

http://www.alexandriaarchaeology.org/
Amer. Museum of Natural History Research Internship X
4/29 Pd TN NAT Students conduct a variety of research in evolutionary biology.

http://www.amnh.org/grants/EvoREU.html
American Forests Internships Opportunities
X 8/25 STP. DC NAT Responsibilities and experience will depend on the department with which they work. Tasks could include: communications, publications, policy, and marketing.

http://www.americanforests.org/
Appalachian Mt. Club Guide, Trail Crew X
Inq. Vol ME, NH, CT NAT Coordinators, Cooks, Trail Crews. Promote conservation and wise management of our natural resources.

http://www.outdoors.org/
Applewood Summer Internships X
4/1 Pd MI NAT Interns work at the Applewood Estate Gardens performing various tasks related to the care of gardens and the like.

No Official Website
Aquarium for Wildlife Conservation Volunteer/Intern summer positions X
Inq Vol NY NAT Gaining a working knowledge of marine mammal husbandry, developing understanding of marine mammals and training techniques

http://wcs.org/home/zoos/nyaquarium.org/
Arboreta & Botanic Gardens Horticultural Internships

3/15 Pd CA NAT Interns participate in various tasks related to the care and maintenance of plants and flowers.

http://lsvl.la.asu.edu/plantbiology/text/horticulture/internop.htm/
Arizona State Univ. Summer Fellowships X
3/13 Pd AZ NAT Undergraduate research opportunities in zoology, ecology, environmental biology, and physiology.

http://www.asu.edu/
Arnold Arboretum of Harvard Horticultural Training Program X X 2/1 Pd MA NAT 12 weeks of undergraduate research working on the comparative biology of woody plants. Opportunities available in grounds maintenance, greenhouse and nursery operations, and mapping and labeling.
http://www.arboretum.harvard.edu/
Audubon Naturalist Society Intern

5/1 Pd MD NAT Interns help educate others about the environment by helping teachers prepare classes for young students, conducting programs for school groups and other related activities.
http://www.audubonnaturalist.org/
Aullwood Audubon Ctr. Envir. Ed. Internships

Var STP/R NY NAT Interns participate in the day to day operations of the center, and also conduct programs to help educate others about the environment.

http://www.audubon.org/local/sanctuary/aullwood/aacfhome.html/
Baltimore Zoo Internship X X Inq. Vol MD NAT Offers work experiences including business, finance, science, education, botany and horticulture, marketing, public relations, art, and communication majors.

http://www.baltimorezoo.org/
Birmingham Botanical Garden Grounds Maint. Interns.

3/1 Pd AL NAT Interns rotate among the departments of the Garden, performing various tasks related to the care & maintenance of botanical gardens.

http://www.bbgardens.org/
Biological Oceanography Lab Intern Program X   5/1 STP AL NAT/MAR Located at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab involving research water-column and gelatinous zooplankton sampling aboard a 23' vessel in the north-central Gulf of Mexico. Intern application at: http://faculty.disl.org/mgraham.html; 2 letters of recommendation emailed to mmiller@disl.org. (Must have Acrobat Reader 8 or higher to view and save application.)
Blandy Experimental Farm Summer Research Fellowships X
4/1 STP VA NAT Reseach in population dynamics, plant reproduction, population and foraging ecology of small mammals and birds in fragmented habitats

http://www.virginia.edu/blandy/
Bok Tower Garden Year-Round Internships

Inq Pd FL NAT Interns rotate among the departments of the Garden receiving on the job training in many areas.

http://www.boktower.org/
Bowman's Hill Wildflower Pres Summer Internships X
3/1 Pd PA NAT Interns receive intense training in native plant propagation. Groundsheeping and trail maintenance, and interpretation and education.

http://www.bhwp.org/educational/internships.htm
Bradford Woods Year round internships X X Inq. STP IN NAT Challenge Education at Bradford Woods is an experiential based approach to learning which utilizes adventure activities to facilitate holistic growth for both individuals and groups.
http://www.bradwoods.org/employ/overins.htm
Breckenridge Outdoor Ed. Ctr. Vol Interns/Pd instructors

Var Pd CO NAT Interns are trained to work with special populations in an outdoor setting.

http://www.boec.org/
Bristol Reg. Envir. Ctr. Interns

3/1 Pd/R CT NAT Students help in the education of school children and participate in the general maintenance of the Center.

No official website
Brookfield Zoo Zoo Internships

Var Vol IL NAT Inerns are assigned an area in which to work and perform the duties of a regular full-time employee.

http://www.brookfieldzoo.org/
Brookgreen Gardens Interns.(March-November)

Inq Pd SC NAT Internships for horticulture students. Interns participate in bed maintenance, lawn maintenance, shrub maintenance, plant propagation and taxonomy.

http://www.brookgreen.org/
Brooklyn Botanic Garden Educ/Horticult. Interns. X
April Pd NY NAT Interns help maintain the garden and also teach children aged 9-17.

http://www.bbg.org/
Brukner Nature Center Internship X X Inq. STP OH NAT Gain experience by assisting Animal Program Coordinator and Rehab Center Supervisor in care and maintenance of animals. Maintain a daily journal. Gain experience by assisting in planning, preparing and conducting natural history, historical and native wildlife programs for grades preschool through 12.
http://www.tdn-net.com/brokner/
Buckley Wildlife Sanct. Wildlife Mgmt Internships

Var STP KY NAT Students are involved in all aspects of operating the sanctuary.

http://www.ohwy.com/ky/b/bucwilsa.htm
C.R.O.W. (Care & Rehab of Wildlf) Internships

Inq R FL NAT 1. Veterinary students; assist staff vets. in diagnosis, treatment, surgery, lab procedures, etc. 2. Natural science students assist staff rehabilitators w/daily routines (raising orphans, public programs, rescues, releases).
http://www.crowclinic.org/
Callaway Gardens Horticulture internships X
2/28 Pd GA NAT Work/study/project; choice 1) assist education programs in home horticulture and natural history or 2) work with practical daily maintenance of Gardens.

http://www.callawaygardens.com/
Camp Challenge Counselor X
Inq. Pd FL NAT Positions available for Cabin Counselor, Activity Leaders, Head Counselors, and Support Staff. Many activity areas of the Summer Camping Program.

http://www.lakeinfo.com/campc
Camp Kern Outdoor Education Intern. X
Inq STP/R/B OH NAT Work with 5th/6th graders in an outdoor education program focused on natural history, especially that of Ohio State.

http://www.campkern.org/
Camp Woodson Summer Internship X
Inq Vol NC NAT Lead and facilitate outdoor adventure activities for students aged thirteen to seventeen who have been through the court system and failed in the traditional school setting.
http://www.juvjus.state.nc.us/youth_detention/camp-woodson.htm
Cape Cod Outdoor Ed. Ctr. Teacher/Counselor

Var Pd MA NAT Teach elementary school kids of outdoor environment.

http://www.campfarley.com/
Cape Cod Sea Camps Summer camp counselor positions X
Inq Pd MA NAT Counselors for summer camp

http://www.kidscamps.com/traditional/capecodsea/
Carlsbad Caverns Nat'l Park Volunteer Opportunities
X Inq Vol NM NAT Perform a variety of volunteer tasks

http://www.carlsbad.caverns.national-park.com/
Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies (REU) Research Internships X   2/1 Pd NY NAT Undergraduates have opportunities to complete research with leading ecologists, interact with mentors and involvement in workshops and field trips.
http://www.ecostudies.org/reu.html
Catoctin Mountain Park Volunteer/Intern Positions X X Inq. Vol MD NAT Positions are for a 12 week period. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors
http://www.nps.gov/cato/
Center for Coastal Studies Summer Admin. Interns X
1/15 Pd MA NAT Assist in both field and labwork - marine and coastal science.

http://www.coastalstudies.org/
Center for Coastal Studies Field Biology Internships X
1/15 STP/R MA NAT Directed research cruises, field data gathering, plankton analysis

http://www.coastalstudies.org/
Central Wisconsin Envir. Station Envir. Ed internships

Var STP WI NAT Work as staff member of Environmental Station (education center); teach environmental studies to K-12 students, direct programs for these students, also administrative duties.
http://www.uwsp.edu/cnr/cwes
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal Historical Park Internship

Inq. Vol MD NAT Interns work as volunters for the Park and will be supervised by an Interpretation Ranger.

http://www.nps.gov/choh/co_visit.htm
Chesapeake Bay Foundation Counselor-Estuarine Field

4/1 Pd MD NAT Counselor for field ecology/camping trips for 7-12 grade students.

http://www.cbf.org/
Chesapeake Wildlife Sanctuary Wildlife Internships

Inq Pd/Vol MD NAT Field work, can help shape programs.

http://www.homestead.com/chesapeakewildlife/index.html
Chicago Botanic Garden Various internships X X Var Pd IL NAT Various internships: plant conservation; horticulture; propagation, etc.

http://www.chicago-botanic.org/
Chicago Zoological Society Grounds Maint. Interns.

3/1 Pd IL NAT Practical experience and exposure to zoo operation of zoo careers.

http://www.brookfieldzoo.org/
Chippewa Nature Ctr. Naturalist Internships

Var STP/R MI NAT Learn functioning of a museum, include reading, journal, project.

http://www.chippewanaturecenter.com/
Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Gard. Horticulture Internships

3/15 Pd OH NAT

http://www.cincyzoo.org/
Cispus Learning Center Internship X X Inq.
WA NAT Conference and Learning Facility.

http://www.cispus.org/
Citizen's Clearinghouse for Hazardous Wastes Internship

Inq.
VN NAT Internships opportunities available in Science, Journalism, Writing, Grassroots Organizing, Non-profit management, Research, and Development.

No Official Website
Citizens for a Better Environment Internships
X Inq.

NAT A non-profit environmental health organization. CBE integrates technical research, policy analysis, responsible litigation, and community outreach and education to fight urban environmental problems that impact public health.
http://www.cbemw.org/
College Settlement of Phila. Naturalist camp counselors

Inq Pd PA NAT

http://www.collegesettlement.org/
Columbus & Franklin County Met. Park Internships (Spring, Summer, Fall) X X Inq Pd OH NAT Internships in Forestry, Horticulture, Naturalist, Living Historical Farm, Park Maintenance and others

http://www.metroparks.co.franklin.oh.us/
Communicating for Agriculture (CA) Trainee

Varies

NAT Practical agriculture business, no one management, horticulture - separate programs, begin April, January, September.

>http://ca.cainc.org/
Co-op/ Internship Opportunities Internship X   Varies Pd/Vol Varies NAT Listing of opportunities participating in co-op site for veterinary and animal behavior. http://people.rit.edu/gtfsbi/Symp/vetag.htm
Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park Internship
X Inq.
UT NAT At this time no paid internships and no volunteer positions. May make special arrangements where there has been interest. There are 2-3 seasonal positions yearly recruitment beginning in Feb/Mar. Dates and salary may possibly change.
http://parks.state.ut.us/parks/www1/cora.htm
Cornell
Plant Sci Summer Assist. X
3/11 Pd NY NAT Work directly with members of the Cornell faculty and staff on research projects involving state-of-the-art techniques.

http://www.plantbio.cornell.edu/main.php
Dahlem Env. Ed. Ctr Teacher/Nat.-Summer Camp X
4/15 STP/R MI NAT

http://www.jccmi.edu/DahlemCenter/
Dallas Botanical Garden Year-Round Interships

Var Pd TX NAT

http://dawesarb.org/
Deep Portage Seasonal Instructor X X Inq. Pd. MN NAT Lead interpretive programs. Teach environmental education classes. Host Interpretive Center.

http://deep-portage.org/
Delaware Nature Society Internship X X Inq. Vol DE NAT Interns assist with the maintenance and promotion of Delaware Nature Society memberships.

http://www.delawarenaturesociety.org/
Denali Institute Field Course X
Inq. Inq. AK NAT Learn firsthand from park researchers about northern birds, tundra and forest ecology. Course highlights a coastal experience in Kenai Fjords National Park and with the Alaska Sealife Center, a cultural component with the Univ. of Alaska Museum and seven days in Denalli National Park and the Alaskan Range.
http://www.denaliinstitute.org/
Denver Botanic Gardens Appl. Horticulture Intern

3/1 Pd/Cred CO NAT

http://www.botanicgardens.org/
Dept of Agric. Forest Serv. Volunteer

Inq Vol DC/US NAT

http://www.fs.fed.us/
Dodge Nature Center Internships

Inq Pd/R MN NAT

http://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/
DOE-Dept. of Energy Laboratories/Science Undergrad Labs Internships X X Inq Pd National NAT/BMR Internships offered at various laboratories
http://www.scied.science.doe.gov/SciEd/erulf/about.html
Dolphin Research Center Volunter/Internship X X Inq Vol FL NAT Interns gain valuable hands-on training and particpate in a variety of duties relating to everyday operations of the facility.

http://www.dolphins.org/
Envir. Action Foundation Interns

Inq Varies DC NAT

http://www.agc.org/Environmental_Info/EAF.asp
Envir. Learning Center, Inc. Interns

3/1 R/B MN NAT Enhance your teaching and natural history skills during this highly regarded nine-month naturalist training program.

http://www.wolf-ridge.org/
Environmental & Energy Study Institute Internship

Inq. Inq. DC NAT A non-profit organization established by Congressional leaders and dedicated to promoting environmentally sustainable societies.

http://www.eesi.org/
EPA's Nat'l Network for Environ. Mngt. Fellowship Program X X 2/24 Stp. DC NAT Environmental Management studies fellowships that provide undergraduate and graduate studetns an opportunity to participate in a fellowship project that i sdirectly related to their field of study.
http://www.epa.gov/environed/students.html
Erie National Wildlife Refuge Volunteers X X Inq.

NAT Many internship projects available. See enclosed.

http://www.erie.fws.gov/
Fairchild Tropical Garden Tropical Plant Internships

3/1 Pd FL NAT

http://www.ftg.org/
Fairview Lake Camps Ctr. Naturalist Internships

Inq STP/R/B NJ NAT

http://www.fairviewlake.org/
Farm Sanctuary Internship

Inq. pd. NY NAT Help rescue, care for and advocate for suffering victims of food animal production everyday.

http://www.farmsanctuary.org/
Fernwood Nature Center Naturalist Intern Program

Var STP/R MI NAT

http://www.fernwoodbotanical.org/
Florida State Parks


Inq.
FL NAT

http://www.dep.state.fl.us/parks/
Fossil Rim Wildlife Center Animal Care Internship X X Inq. STP. TX NAT Learn about a variety of subjects including conservation, endangered species, animal record keeping, exhibit design, population management strategies, and chemical immobilization, through videos, readings and personal observations of veterinary procedures for exotic and domestic species.
http://www.fossilrim.com/
*Ganna Walska Lotusland Horticulture Internships

3/1 Pd CA NAT

http://www.lotusland.org/
Garden in the Woods Horticulture Internships X X 2/15 Pd MA NAT

http://www.newfs.org/garden.htm
Glacier Institute Various internships X X Inq Pd MT NAT Teacher/naturalist;meal planning; cleaning; caretaking. Seasonal positions.

http://www.glacierinstitute.org/
Glaciological & Arctic Sciences Inst. Summer Field work X
Inq Pd AK NAT Artic expeditionary program. Instruction is combined directly with field investigations and ongoing research. Strenuous field work.

http://www.mines.uidaho.edu/glacier/
Glen Helen Outdoor Ed. Ctr. Grad. Stud. Cr.-W/S sem int

Inq STP/R/B OH NAT

http://www.glenhelen.org/OEC/OEC.htm
Green Chimneys Farm Ctr. Internships X X Inq STP/R/B NY NAT Assist the professional farm staff, teaching students at Green Chimneys school. Individualized programs are supervised by staff in outdoor education, animal husbandry, special education and horticulture.
http://www.greenchimneys.org/
Green Mountain Club Naturalist Internships, year round

3/31 R/B VT NAT Various unpaid internships working on trails throughout Vermont. Housing, food and transporation provided.

http://www.greenmountainclub.org/
Greenburgh Nature Center Internships X X Inq. STP. NY NAT The Center's mission is conservation, education, research, and cultural enrichment. Interns will take on the role of the Center's staff in carrying out the responsibilities necessary to meet the Center's objectives.
http://www.townlink.com/community_web/gnc/
Grice Marine Laboratory Independent Research X
3/1 STP SC NAT Ten week program of independent research in physiology, cell and molecular biolgoy of marine organisms.

http://www.cofc.edu/~grice/
Guadalupe Mt. National Park Volunteer X X Inq. Inq. TX NAT Work a 40 hour work week as a volunteer under Volunteers Parks (VIP) Program in the field of your choice for whatever period of time the college requires. Park provides necessary training and supervision and housing at no cost to the student.
http://www.desertusa.com/guad
H.J. Andrews Experimental Forest Independent Research X
4/2 STP OR NAT Research projects available in the following areas: water use by riparian-zone trees in Douglas-fir forests, controls on the relative contributions of autotrophic and heterotrophic respiration, role of bryophytes in nutrient cycling of old-growth forests, use of isotope ratios in small watersheds as indicators of ecosystem function.
http://www.fsl.orst.edu/lter/
Hartford Food System Internship
X 4/1 STP CT NAT Assist farm manager full time with organic vegetable production on 11 acres and with related educational and work activities for suburban and inner city shareholders.
http://www.hartfordfood.org/
Harvard Forest Summer Research X
3/7 Pd MA NAT Conducting research on vegetation dynamics, nutrient cycling, forest history, ecology and historical aspects of invasive plants, atmosphere-biosphere exchanges related to global warming and plan-animal interactions
http://www.lternet.edu/hfr/
Harvard University Summer Research: Evolutionary Biology X
4/15 Pd MA NAT Programs focusing on Evolutionary Biology.

http://www.mcb.harvard.edu/BioLinks/Evolution.html
Harvard University-New England Primate Research Center Summer Research X   2/15 Pd MA NAT Work in research division and shadow clinical veterinarian.
http://www.hms.harvard.edu/nerprc/summer_prog.html
Harvard University
Harvard Forest 		undergraduate students X   2/6 STP VAR NAT Collaboration with scientist conducting ecological research. Focus is on the dynamics of forest ecosystems and their response to natural and human disturbances.
http://harvardforest.fas.harvard.edu/education/reu/reu.html
Hawaiin Islands Nat'l Wildlife Refuge Volunteer X
Inq R/B HA NAT Seabird monitoring and research; control of introduced alien plants; maintenance and repair of equipment and facilities; data entry and report writing; assisting with small boat operations.
http://pacificislands.fws.gov/wnwr/pnorthwestnwr.html
Hawk Mountain Sanctuary Research, Ed., var. int.

Var STP/R/B PA NAT Hands-on training experience that strengthens your ability to contribute to conservation of birds.

http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Hawthorne Valley Summer Envir Internships /Camp Couns X
Inq Pd/R/B NY NAT Environmental education internship; involves gathering of information, materials and equipment needed for various activities (leading groups of 5-8 children); also camp counselor positions

http://www.hawthornevalleyfarm.com/
Holden Arboretum Landscape Internship

2/15 Pd/R OH NAT Opportunities exist to gain experience with exhibit development, school programing, teaching, writing, and developing educational materials.

http://www.holdenarb.org/
Hole in the Wall Gang Camp Salaried and Volunteer Counselors X
Inq Pd/R/B CT NAT Supervise full range of camp activities for children aged 7 to 15 years who have been diagnosed with cancer or serious blood diseases.

http://www.holeinthewallgang.org/
Horticulture Center Grounds Maint. Interns.

3/2 Pd PA NAT

No Official Website.
Houston Indep. Sch. Dist. Outdoor Ed Internships

Var STP/R/B TX NAT

No Official Website.
Hudson River Sloop Clearwater Volunteer internships X X Inq Vol NY NAT Various volunteer positions: volunteer crew; sailing apprentices; education apprentices, etc.

http://www.clearwater.org/
Hulbert Outdoor Ctr. Outdoor Education Int.

Inq Pd/R/B VT NAT Various summer positions available.

http://www.clearwater.org/
Human/Dolphin Foundation Work/Scholar Res Prog

Var TTN FL NAT

http://www.human-dolphin.org/
Humes Japanese Stroll Garden Various Internships

3/1 Pd NY NAT

http://www.locustvalley.com/japenese%20stroll%20garden.html
Hurricane Island Outward Bound Prog Summer expeditions X
Inq Pd ME,FL,MD NAT River Expeditions,hiking expeditions, canoeing, observing flora and fauna hile working with group and individual issues with students

http://www.hurricaneisland.com/index.cfm
Indian Grinding Rock State Park Student Intern
X Inq. STP CA NAT Variety of opportunities available in Park Interpretation, Historical/Anthropological Research, and Museum Curatorial Duties.

No official website.
Indiana Dept. of Natural Resources Aids X   Inq. Inq. IN NAT Seeking students as fisheries naturalist aides.
riongenbaugh@dnr.in.gov or call 260-244-6806.
Indianapolis Zoo Intern Program X X Inq. Vol IN NAT Provides students with practical hands-on experience assisting zoo personnel with daily operations. Wide variety of experiences in areas such as animal care, horticulture, botany, marketing and development, and environmental education.
http://www.indyzoo.com/
Institute of Ecosystem Studies Summer project assistants X
2/13
NY NAT Various projects in Animal Science & Zoology, Biological Science, Environmental Science, Forestry and Research

http://www.ecostudies.org/reu.html
Institute of Paper Science & Technology Summer Research Internship X
1/31 STP GA NAT Opportunity to become involved in research projects in engineering, chemistry, forest biology, paper science and other related areas.

http://www.ipst.edu/
International Crane Foundation Interns

3/1 Vol/Pd WI NAT Interns receive intensive hands-on training in the care and management of endangered cranes, including general husbandry, handling techniques, behavior, captive reproduction, incubation, chick rearing, artificial insemination, health care, and genetic management.
http://www.savingcranes.org/
Isle Royal National Park Summer Internships X
3/15 Vol MI NAT Various volunteer internships: Photography; Resource Ctr; Natural Resources; Backcountry campground host

http://www.nps.gov/isro/
ITEP - Institute for Tribal Environmental Professions Summer Internships X   2/15 $4,000 salary VAR NAT Interns will be placed with the USEPA or other governmenal agencies dealing with air quality and/or related environmental issues. Open to students majoring in science, engineering, planning, policy, law, management, education or related field.
Online application:
http://www4.nau.edu/eeop/internships/ssi_internship.asp
Information on ITEP:
http://www4.nau.edu/eeop/internships/index.asp
Jackson Hole Alliance Internships X X 4/1 STP WY NAT Interns are given hands-on project work in planning and conservation issues, communications, volunteer coordination, administration, fund raising and membership development. Prepares students for careers in natural resource conservation and land use planning.
http://www.jhalliance.com/
Jewel Cave Nat'l Monument Internships X
4/16 Vol SD NAT Conduct guided cave tours, participate in a variety of surface programs.

http://www.nps.gov/jeca
Joy Outdoor Education Center Internships

Inq Pd OH NAT Internships to learn, assist, and supervise programs concerning the outdoors.

http://www.joec.org/
Kellogg Biological Station Courses X

TTN MI NAT Summer field bio courses offered.

http://www.kbs.msu.edu/REU/index.htm
Kiwanis Camp Wyman Outdoor Ed-Summ. Fall, Spr

Inq STP/R/B MO NAT Environmental camp dedicated to educating and inspiring children with disabilities.

http://stlouis.missouri.org/501c/wyman/kcwsum.htm#kcw
Land Between the Lakes Internship X
5/15 STP. KY NAT Work closely with professionals and will get firsthand knowledge of what it takes to operate and maintain programs related to your major field of interest.

http://lbl.org/
Land Institute Internship /Field Work X X 12/1 STP KS NAT Internships in sustainable agriculture

http://www.landinstitute.org/
Lassen Volcanic National Park National Park Operations Internships X X Inq. STP. CA NAT Learn about interpretation, resources management, park operations and environmental education. Experience working in a national park.

http://ww.nps.gov/lavo/home.htm
Lehigh University Summer Research X
3/25 Pd PA NAT Eight-week internships studying effects of ultraviolet radiation on the plankton communities of tlakes. Also a three-week course concerning advanced concepts and methods of studying lake ecosystems and plankton communities.
http://www3.lehigh.edu/research/reundergraduate.asp
Lincoln Park Zoological Gard Assistant Zoo Instructor

Inq Pd IL NAT

http://www.lpzoo.com/
Long Lake Conservation Ctr. Envir. Ed. Internships

Var STP/R/B MN NAT Gain hands-on experience in the enviromental education field.

http://www.llcc.org/
Longwood Gardens Horticultural Intern

Var Pd PA NAT Individuals specialize in one work area, such as curatorial, arboriculture, greenhouse display and greenhouse production, research or education.

http://www.longwoodgardens.org/
Los Angeles St. & Count. Arbor. Horticult/Garden. Interns.

Inq Pd CA NAT

http://www.arboretum.org/
Maine Conservation School Outdoor Science Instructor

Inq Pd/R/B ME NAT

http://www.meconservationschool.org/
Manomet Ctr. for Conservation Internships

Inq STP MA NAT Conduct research project under the direct supervision of scientific staff

http://www.manomet.org/
Manomet Observatory Fieldwork in Biology X X Inq TTN MA NAT Field biology training programs in tropical forest ecology and bird communities. Locations range from New England to Belize or Puerto Rico.

http://www.manomet.org/
Mass Audubon Society Environ. Internships

Var Pd MA NAT Volunteers and interns greatly assist the Society in delivering its mission of conservation, education, and advocacy, and provide an important link to the community.
http://www.massaudubon.org/
Merck Forest & Farmland Ctr.
X X 9/4 STP VT NAT Trained to work with staff in education, forestry, and small-scale farming

http://www.merckforest.com/default.asp
Midway Atoll National Wildlife Refuge Volunteer X X Inq. Vol. Inq. NAT Volunteers play an important role in helping the USFWS fulfill its mission of conserving, protecting, and enhancing America's fish and wildlife and their habitat.

http://www.r1.fws.gov/midway/default.htm
Minnesota Zoo Internship X X Inq. Vol. MN NAT In most instances, student interns are upper division majors or minors in the areas of biological science, horticulture, pre-veterinary medicine, education, conservation biology or related disciplines. Students may work for academic credit or fulfill an academic requirement.
http://www.mnzoo.com/
Montshire Museum of Science Summer Internship Program X
Inq STP VT NAT Internships in science education, public relations and exhibit design (15 weeks)

http://www.montshire.net/
Morris Aboretum (U of PA) Aboriculture/Horticulture Internship

3/1 Pd PA NAT The year-long program that starts in mid-June focuses on providing practical training as well as developing a wide range of management skills. Exposed to a wide range of experiences intended to provide a broad understanding of horticulture, plant science and public garden management.

http://www.morrisarboretum.org
Mountain Lake Biological Station Summer Research Assistant X
3/15 STP/PD VA NAT Independent research project that relates to sponsor's research interests. Includes weekly seminar about the conduct of biological research. The grant for the summer research assistantship is provided by NSF/REU program.
http://www.mlbs.virginia.edu/
Museum of Northern Arizona Summer Assistantships X
4/1 Pd/R/Vol AZ NAT

http://www.musnaz.org/
Mystic Aquarium Internships X X Var TTN CT NAT Program requires completion of an independent research project

http://www.mysticaquarium.org/
N.E. Board of Higher Education Internships X
3/31 STP Var. NAT Gain real-world experience with New England's environemental businesses, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies. Projects with a variety of responsibilities and focus. Guidance and support from a designated mentor.
http://www.nebhe.org/internship_program.html
Nat'l Inst. of Env. Health Sci (NIEHS) Summer Intramural Research Training X
2/15 Pd NC NAT Research on health effects of environmental agents

http://www.niehs.nih.gov/
National Aquarium in Baltimore Summer/fall interns X X 4/1;11/1 Pd MD NAT Variety of internships (Aquaculture, Aviculture, Herpetology, Horticulture; Marine Education, etc.

http://www.niehs.nih.gov/
National Audobon Society Seasonal Naturalist X X Var STP FL NAT Seasonal naturalists staff the Visitor Center, provide environmental interpretation on the boardwalk and assist in resource management field work.

http://www.niehs.nih.gov/
National Museum of Natural History Internship X
2/1 STP DC NAT Ten-week internship featuring a diverse curriculum plus research projects in systematic biology, paleobiology, human sciences, and earth and planetary systems.

http://www.mnh.si.edu/
National Outdoor Leadership School



TTN
NAT Learn leadership skills while backpacking, sailing, rock climbing and more through the wilderness.

http://www.nols.edu/
National Parks Parks Positions

Var Pd US NAT

http://www.nps.gov/
National Wildlife Federation Wildlife Camp Staff

1/30 Pd NC NAT

http://www.nwf.org/
National Zoological Park Research Traineeships

2/17 Pd DC NAT

http://natzoo.si.edu/
Nature Conservancy Summer Internships X
2/27 Pd CT NAT

http://nature.org/
NE Society of Wetland Scientists Student Research Awards Program X X 3/3 Stp. MA NAT These research awards are to stimulate and support graduate and undergraduate research in wetland science, policy and management.

http://www.sws.org/
New England Wild Flower Society Internship/Fellowship X X 2/5 Stp. MA NAT Research Fellowship program in conservation biology. Includes field research as well as presentation to the New England Wild Flower Society Research Roudtable.

http://www.newfs.org/
New York State Dept of Environ Conserv Naturalist Internships Program X X Inq Pd NY NAT Naturalist training internships in a variety of education center programs, operations and activities of a nature center, and in principles of environmental interpretation.
http://www.dec.state.ny.us
NJ Dept of Environ Protection Various Student Int

Inq Pd NJ NAT

http://www.state.nj.us/dep/
North Carolina Aquarium Summer Internships X
Inq Vol NC NAT Participants will gain experience in maintaining fresh and salt water aquarium systems and marine life touch tables; work on special projects; conduct touch table talksand guided lectures of the public aquarium galley; take part in program at state agency for marine education
http://www.aquarium.state.nc.us/
North Carolina Botanical Gard. Native Plant Internship Maint/Curatorial

2/6 Pd NC NAT

http://www.ncbg.unc.edu/
North Cascades Institute Internships
X Inq. Inq. WA NAT A non-profit educational organization dedicated to increasing understanding and appreciation of the natural, historical, and cultural landscapes of the Pacific Northwest. Primary focus is on field-based, experiential, environmental education for children and adults.
http://www.ncascades.org/
North Dakota Parks Dept. Naturalist Intern

Inq Pd/R ND NAT

http://www.ndparks.com//
Northeast Regional Ctr/ Natl Inst Global Environ Change Summer research fellowships X
4/1 Pd MA NAT Research in science or policy studies which bears on improving our understanding of factors which effect the global environment

http://nigec.ucdavis.edu/
NY State Parks & Rec. (L.I.) Parks & Recreation Aide

April Pd NY NAT

http://nysparks.state.ny.us/
The Ocean Project Internships     Inq. Inq. RI NAT Focus on national and international network of partner aquariums, zoos, museums and improved communication for conservation, including marketing and public opinion research. Contact: Bill Mott, Director at 401-709-4071 or http://www.TheOceanProject.org. Description of internship program: http://www.theoceanproject.org/about/intern.php.
Oglebay Inst. Nature Ed. Dept. Naturalist Internships

Var RTP/R W.VA NAT

http://www.oionline.com/nature.html
Olympic National Park Volunteer X X None Vol. WA NAT Intern positions are coordinated under Volunteer-In-Park Program. Many different volunteer positions available. See enclosed.

http://www.nps.gov/olym/
Oregon State U-Exper. Forest Ecological Research Fellow.

5/1 STP OR NAT

http://www.fsl.orst.edu/lter/
Park District of Dayton-Montgomery Cty. Intern X X Inq. STP OH NAT Intern program is designed to provide practical on-the-job experience in outdoor education and park management. Park District internships are especially suitable for students majoring in outdoor education, interpretation, natural history, horticulture, living history or park and recreation management.
No Official Website
Peace Valley Nature Center Naturalist Intern

Inq. pd/R/B PA NAT

http://www.bucksnet.com/peacevalley/
Phipps Conservatory & Bot. Gardens Horticulture Therapy Intern

3/1 Pd PA NAT

http://www.phippsconservatory.org/
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Internship X X Inq. Vol. MI NAT Most volunteer activity occurs from May through September. Some winter opportunities exist in volunteer ski trail condition reporting and visitor contact.

http://www.nps.gov/piro
Planet Drum Foundation Internship
X Inq. Vol. CA NAT Through an internship at Planet Drum, you can gain new job skills, make contrcts and immerse yourself in the bioregional, ecological and urban sustainability scenes. You can arrange for college credit for an internship.
http://www.planetdrum.org/
Plattsburgh State University Summer research experience X
3/1 STP NY NAT Ongoing research at the Altona Flat Rock jack pine barrens. Work closely with faculty mentors on research projects ranging from bedrock geology to surface and ground water hydrogeology, biogeochemistry (nutrient cycling), and terrestrial plant and invertebrate ecology.
http://faculty.plattsburgh.edu/david.franzi/PSURP/PSURPindex.htm
Point Reyes Bird Observatory Science Ed. Internships

Var R/B CA NAT

http://www.prbo.org/
Pok-O-MacCready Outdoor Education Center Internship
X Inq. STP. NY NAT Interested candidates should have completed two years of college, with an emphasis in Outdoor Education, Recreation or Environmental Studies. Camping, hiking, rock climbing and waterfront skills are a plus.
http://www.pakomac.com/PMOEC/outdoor.html
Randolph Mountain Club Summer Caretaker position X
1/15 Pd NH NAT White Mt. caretaking positions. Work includes routine camp maintenance, nightly inspections of other backcountry facilities, and some hiker education and search and rescue
http://www.randolphmountainclub.org/
Renew America Internships Internship X X None STP. DC NAT Full-time interns are an integral part of Renew America's program. Much of the intern's time is spent working with local grassroots environmental organizations (state contact groups) nationwide to identify and verify projects for inclusion on the Index.
http://www.renewamerica.tv/
Oceans Research 2010 Internship X   Inq. Inq. South Africa, Mozambique, Namibia NAT Interns can choose from four projects: Great white sharks in South Africa, Bull sharks and Manta rays in Mozambique and dolphins and whales in Namibia

http://www.oceans-research.com
REU - Bigelow Lab for Ocean Sciences Internship X   1/15 STP Maine NAT/MAR REU program, Gulf of Maine and the World Oceansummer research opportunity.. Interns interested in the chemistry of climate change, environmenal biology of marine phytoplankton, bacteria and viruses, genome evolution in the algae, and the ecology, physiology and sensory biology of marine invertbrates. http://www.bigelow.org/education/reu/
REU - UNLV Environmental Microbiology Summer Internship X   3/7 STP LA NAT/BMR NSF supported program provides an opportunity to perform independent research with a faculty mentor. Apply online:
http://sols.unlv.edu/reu_main.html
Rhododendron Species Found. Summer & 6-mo. Interns. X
3/31 Pd WA NAT

http://www.rhodygarden.org/
Rock Creek Foundation Community Interns
X Inq. Inq. MD NAT A non-profit agency specializing in human resource and opportunity development for individuals with disabilities. Services to businesses include work-site and job analysis, customized employment placements, on-site job-training, on-going technical support and quality assurance, etc.
http://www.rockcreekcenter.org/
Rock Creek Park Nature Center Volunteers
X Inq. Inq. DC NAT Many different volunteer opportunities available.

http://www.nps.gov/rocr/naturecenter/
Rocky Mountain Nature Assoc. Summer Fellowship Program X
2/1 Inq. CO NAT Open to graduate students only.

http://www.rmna.org/
Rocky Mt. Biological Laboratory Summer Research Programs X
Inq Pd CO NAT Independent research or research awards funded by the NSF. Students should have a sincere interest in a career in field biology research.

http://www.rmbl.org/
Rocky Mt. National Park Student Internship program X X none Vol CO NAT Year round volunteer internship program to develop well-rounded experience in environmental interpretation

http://www.nps.gov/romo/
Rodale Institute Experimental Farm Experimental Farm Internships X X 2/15 Pd PA NAT Literature review, seminars pertinent to project; soil health

http://www.rodaleinstitute.org/home.html
Rutgers Haskin Shellfish Research Summer/Fall/Spring Internships X X Inq Pd NJ NAT Positions in histopathology/parasitology; genetics; hatchery technician

http://vertigo.hsrl.rutgers.edu/
Ryerson Woods Environmental Ed. Intern.

Inq STP IL NAT

http://www.ryersonwoods.org/
Sabine National Wildlife Refuge Internship Program X X Inq. STP LA NAT Year round student internships under the direction of refuge biologists, students are offered a wide range of learning by actively participating in daily refuge activities.
http://sabine.fws.gov/
San Francisco State University Internships
X Inq. Inq. CA NAT Each project occurs entirely in the field, and involves extensive onsite wildlife, wildland management or ecological research.

http://www.sfsu.edu/
Savannah Science Museum Field Research/Museum Internships X
3/31 Pd GA NAT Loggerhead Sea Turtle research project. Research work included nightly beach patrols, data collection, tagging, nest protection, etc.

http://www.carettaresearchproject.org/
Save the Bay Semester Internships

Inq STP RI NAT

http://savethebay.org/site/PageServer
Schulkill Valley Nature Ctr. Education Internships

Var R PA NAT

http://www.schuylkillcenter.org
Science Ctr. of NH at Squam Lakes Summer/Semester Internships X X Inq Pd NH NAT Field Studies, wildlife education

http://www.nhnature.org
Shaver's Creek Environmental Center Internships X X


NAT

http://shaverscreek.org
Skinner Bros. Wilderness Camps Camp internships X
Inq Pd WO NAT Summer opening for counselors, junior counselors, cooks, wranglers and camp attendants

http://wyomingoutdoors.com
Sleeping Bear Dunes Natural Resource Management Intern
X Inq Vol. MI NAT Position is assigned to the Division of Resources Management and Visitor Protection at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. The position will be used to provide biological assistance to the Division.
http://www.nps.gov/slbe/
Smithsonian National Zoological Park Internships & Fellowships X   Inq Pd/Vol   NAT The Research Internship Program of the National Zoo's Conservation and Research Center (CRC) offers internships in each of its major program areas: Conservation Biology, Reproductive Sciences & Science Education. http://nationalzoo.si.edu/UndergradInternships/research
Society of American Foresters Natural Resource Policy Interns

Inq. Pd MD NAT

http://www.safnet.org/
South Park Ranger District Summer Internships X
Inq Vol/STP CO NAT Various positions: Biological Aid/Tech; Trail Leader; Work Crew, etc.

http://www.fs.fed.us/r2/psicc/sopa/
Southwestern Research Station Field Research Positions X X 4/1 R/B AZ NAT Offers students in the biological sciences and related fields outstanding opportunities to observe and become involved with scientists doing field research.

http://research.amnh.org/swrs/
Spring Lake Ranch Internships X X Inq. STP. VT NAT See enclosed.

http://www.spring-lake-ranch.org/
Staten Island Zoological Society Internships/Zoo Education X
4/1/96 Inq. NY NAT Experience in environmental interpretation, or elementary education with concentration in science, art or recreation, and with preparation for elementary teaching.

No official website.
Stone Laboratory Summer Research Assistantship X
3/1 Pd OH NAT Assisting with the collecting, processing and analysis of sample and calibration and maintenance of equipment

http://www.sg.ohio-state.edu/slab/o-slab.html
Student Conservation Assoc. Conservation Internships X X 3/1 Vol/R/B US NAT 12-week to 12-month opportunities nationwide to live and work in national parks, forests and refuges. More than 1,200 expense-paid conservation internships, available year-round.
http://www.thesca.org/
Tahoe-Baikal Institute Summer in Siberia & the Sierra Nevada X
2/15 TTN CA or Siberia NAT Mid-June to late August. 10 week program to focus on the threatened environments of two of the world's unique lakes, Lake Tahoe in California and Lake Baikal in Siberia. Applicants should have a demonstrated commitment to the preservation of the natural environment.
http://www.tahoebaikal.org/
Tennessee Valley Authority Env. Ed, Res. Mgmt, Commun

Var STP/R KY NAT

http://www.tva.gov/
(The) Conservancy, Inc. Conservation Associate
X Inq. STP/R/B
NAT Work in Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, Museum of Natural History, Nature Center or Environmental Policy Unit.

No official website.
Toledo Botanical Garden Horticulture Internship

3/1 Pd OH NAT

http://www.toledogarden.org
Touch of Nature Envir. Ctr (SIU) Env. & Interpretive Int.

Var STP/R IL NAT

http://www.pso.siu.edu/tonec
Tower Hill Botanic Garden Garden Intern X X 4/1 Pd MA NAT Interns will assist in the maintenance of diverse perennial, vegetable, woody ornamental and woodland gardens on 132 picturesque acres. Tasks include planting, pruning, trail maintenance, weed identification and removal, watering and mowing.
http://www.towerhillbg.org/
Trees for Tomorrow Naturalist Internship Program X X Inq. STP.
NAT Seeking highly motivated individuals who would like to gain experience in teaching people of all ages about the wise use and proper management of natural resources. Internships are career development positions which let you experience first hand whether teaching about and in the outdoors is for you.
http://www.treesfortomorrow.com/
Trinidad Lake State Park Internship Program X X Inq. STP. CO NAT Research and collect information for the park's interpretive files. Prepare an interpretive program such as a campfire presentation, slide show, or a guided nature walk.
http://parks.state.co.us/trinidad/index.asp
Turtle Mt. Environmental Learning Center Naturalist Internships

3/31 STP/R ND NAT Lead environmental and outdoor education classes to grade school children; room and board provided, monthly stipend.

http://www.ndparks.com//Parks/Metigoshe/tmelc.htm
U Mass Boston Summer Research Ecology/Cons. Bio X
3/3 STP MA NAT Focus on issues in biodiversity and conservation ecology; small hands-on workshop on molecular techniques relevant to ecology

http://www.umb.edu/research/
U of Alaska Assistant Program Coordinator

Inq Pd AK NAT Responsible for helping to manage equipment and supplies, assisting in office and logistics support, marketing, and/or aassisting instructors in the field.

http://www.alaska.edu/
U of Alaska Outdoor Educational Conference Coordinator

Inq Pd AK NAT

http://www.alaska.edu/
U of CA, Davis Summer Research-Affirmative Action X
3/1 STP/R/B CA NAT

>http://www.ucdavis.edu/

U of Colorado at Boulder

Undergraduate Research X   3/2 Pd/STP CO NAT

Research projects at the Mountain Research Station in Behavior, Ecology and Evolution.

http://www.colorado.edu/eeb/EEBprojects/reu/
U of Mass-Amherst Undergraduate Research X
3/14 STP MA NAT Program will emphasize independent research under the supervision of a plant biolgoy faculty mentor. Weekly activities are planned to foster a sense of community among the REU participants and to provide useful experience.
http://www.bio.umass.edu/plantbio/pbreu.html
U of Michigan Biological Station Summer research internships X
2/15 Pd MI NAT Provides experience and training in scientific research in field biology by working with a mentor/professor and developing and conducting a mini-project and participating in workshops and group discussions
http://www.umich.edu/~umbs/
U of Minn Field Biology

Inq R/B MN NAT

http://www.cbs.umn.edu/itasca/
U of Montana Field Assistants X
3/1 STP AZ, MT NAT Montana Cooperative Wildlife Research Unit. Field assistants for nesting studies of birds in Arizona and Montana. Four types: Nest-searchers, Mist-netting, collecting blood, tree-climbers.
http://www.umt.edu/research/
U of New Mexico Summer Research Internships X
2/15 pd NM NAT

http://www.unm.edu/
U of Oklahoma Research Experiences for Undergrads X
4/8 STP/R/B OK NAT Work w/ science & engineering professors at a closed landfill conducting physical, chemical and biological research.

http://www.ou.edu/
U of Oklahoma Bio Station Summer Courses X
Inq TTN OK NAT Courses are designed to provide students with extensive and intensive hands-on field of study of organisms in their natural habitats, coupled with an interactive classroom-teaching format.
http://www.ou.edu/jobs
U of Pittsburgh Research Internships




NAT Pymatuning Laboratory of Ecology.

http://www.pitt.edu/~urop/
U of Puerto Rico Research Internships X   2/28 Inq Caribbean Nat. Forest NAT

develop research projects under the guidance of faculty mentors in areas such as ecology of plant communities, soils, streams, evolution or population
genetics. http://ites.upr.edu/REU/index.htm

U. of Missouri-Columbia Summer Undergrad Research X
4/25 Pd MO NAT Research internships in forest ecology, with extensive field work. Rising seniors given preference.

http://www.lsurop.missouri.edu/undergrad/oncampus/index.html
U.S. Dept. of Agriculture Summer, Recess & Year Jobs X X Inq Pd Midwest NAT Biological aid positions dealing with wetland identification, wildlife habitat and evaluation

http://www.usda.gov/
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency NNEMS Fellowship Program X X Var STP Var NAT National Network for Environmental Management Studies is a federal government environmental fellowship program designed to provide students with a research/training experience and promote high-quality research efforts on environmental issues.
http://www.epa.gov/enviroed/NNEMS/
UNCF/Mellon Summer Internship X
1/31
GA NAT Students work closely with faculty researchers on ecology/environmental studies related research.

No official website.
Upham Woods Internship
X Inq. STP. WI NAT The focus of the program is environmental education and youth development. The internship provides hands-on experience in teaching in the outdoors with a variety of youth groups and adults.
http://www.uwex.edu/ces/4h/uphamwoods/
URI (Alton Jones) Env. Ed. Ctr. Naturalists/Counselors

4/26 Pd RI NAT

http://www.uri.edu/ajc/eec/
Vanderbilt U Ctr for Health Serv Student Envir. Health Proj

3/15 STP/R/B TN NAT

http://www.mc.vanderbilt.edu/root/vumc.php?site=step
Vermont Inst of Natural Sci Interns, Field Assistants

Inq STP/R VT NAT

http://www.vinsweb.org/
Vermont Institute of Natural Science VT Raptor Center Intern

Inq. pd./R/B VT NAT

http://www.vinsweb.org/
Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado Volunteer internships X X Inq Vol CO NAT Various internship possibilities or can design internship to suit specific interests

http://www.voc.org/
Walt Disney World Landscape/Nursery Intern

2/1 Pd FL NAT

http://disney.go.com/
Wetlands Inst. Naturalist Internships

Var Vol NJ NAT

http://wetlandsinstitute.org
Whiskeytown Envir. School Intern/Instructor

Inq Pd/R/B CA NAT

http://www.shastalink.k12.ca.us/wes
Widjiwagan Instructor/Intern Naturalists X X Inq. Inq. MN NAT The mission of Widjiwagan is to develop in young people a respect for self, community and the environment through wilderness adventure and environmental education.
http://www.widji.org/
Wilderness Southeast Summer Staff Field Teach. X
2/1 Pd NC NAT

http://www.wilderness-southeast.org/
Wildlife Prairie Park Student Naturalist Intern X X Inq STP IL NAT Duties include greeting school groups, assisting w/ various interpretive programs such as school programs, guided tours, presenting daily programs to the public, assisting w/ special events such as the Starlight Walk and Night in the Wild, and trail monitoring.
http://www.peoridatrader.com/wildlife/
Wind Cave National Park Internships X
3/95 STP. SD NAT Interns responsible for researching, developing and presenting interpretive cave tours; staffing the visitor center information desk; selling books and publications; developing and presenting intepretive programs and prairie hikes; offering information and orientation services in informal settings such as parking lots and outdoor terraces; and assisting with special projects.

http://www.wind.cave.national-park.com/
or http://www.nps.gov/wica/
Wood Lake Nature Ctr Interns

VAr Vol MN NAT

http://www.ci.richfield.mn.us/homeWoodLakeNatureCenter.htm
Worcester County Horti. Soc. Grounds Maint. Internships

4/1 Pd MA NAT Garden Interns at Tower Hll Botanic Garden

http://www.towerhillbg.org/
World Bird Sanctuary Various Internships X X Inq. Vol/R/B MO NAT Hands-on experience with birds of prey (raptors), parrots (psittacines), and occasionally other bird species. Interns work with professionals in the wildlife field who are dedicated to securing a future for threatened and endangered bird species worldwide.
http://worldbirdsanctuary.org
Wrigley Mem. Garden Found. Var. Internships-Yr. Round

Open Pd CA NAT

http://www.catalina.com/memorial.html
Yerkes Primate Research Ctr. Summer Research Assist. X
3/10 Pd GA NAT

http://www.emory.edu/YERKES/
Zoological Society of Cincinnati Zoo Internships

Var Vol OH NAT

http://www.cincyzoo.org/
Zoological Society of San Diego Summer Student Fellowship Program X
3/1 STP CA NAT Gain research experience in the field of zoological research including disciplines such as behavior, virology/immunology, reproductive physiology, comparative physiology, molecular genetics, cytogenetics, infectious diseases, pathology and endocrinology.
http://www.sandiegozoo.org/
Camp Sea World Summer Internship X
2/28 Pd FL NAT,MAR Interns will be involved in the operation of Camp Sea World and will assist instructors with every aspect of camp operations, from preparing class materials to implementing games and activities
http://www.seaworld.org/careers/careerinfo.html
Cetacean Research Unit Intern X X 3/1 TTN MA NAT,MAR Study behavior, ecology, natural history of whales and dolphins in local waters. Primary focus is long-term studies of New England whale populations, especially humpack whales.
http://www.cetacean.org/
Schooner, Inc. Marine Ed./Sail Internship

Inq Pd CT NAT,MAR Dedicated to the conservation of Long Isalnd Sound, this organization offers internships varying from work/study positions to full instructor are available either in the month of May or during the summer; internship available to assist with children's camp.
http://www.schoonersoundlearning.org/
SeaCamp Marine Sci Inst & Staff Pos

Inq Pd FL NAT,MAR

http://www.seacamp.org/
U of Georgia Jekyll Is 4-H Marine/Env. Ed Internships

Inq STP/R GA NAT,MAR Lead and teach in an educational program for elementary and middle school children, focal topics are beaches, salt marsh, maritime forest areas, and history; require bachelors degree to instruct, must have knowledge in marine biology; small salary and R & B provided.
http://www.georgia4h.org/public/faculties/jekyll/default.htm
John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge Internship X X Inq. Vol PA NAT,MTJ 12 week internship working with the environmental education and public use staff of the Refuge to staff the visitor center, work on special programs and projects (such as exhibit research, curriculum development, or upgrading traveling displays) and maintain existing quality programs.
http://heinz.fws.gov/
La Suerte Biological Field Studies Courses and Research X X Inq TTN Costa Rica NAT,OA Field school and individual research prjects in rainforest ecology and tropical zoology; tuition = $1350 for 4 week program

http://lasuerte.org/
Wildlands Studies Field Research
X Inq Inq CA, Abroad NAT,OA Study natural and cultural environments in the U.S. or abroad for spring or winter terms sponsored by San Francisco State University.

http://www.sonic.net/ws/
Rocky Mountain Bio Lab Research Opportunities and Courses X
Inq STP,TTN CO NAT,SC Both courses and research internships available. Summer research funded by the NSF for sophomores and juniors. Regular course work requires tuition.

http://www.colorado.edu/geography/news-events/facilities/biolab/biolab.html
Caribbean Conservation Corp. Volunteer X X Inq. Vol Tortugero OA, NAT Volunteer in various research and hands-on projects dealing with the Tortuguero Sea Turtle and Birds.

http://www.cccturtle.org/
Balinese Macaque Field School Field experience X
3/3 TTN Indonesia OA,NAT Study of temple dwelling macaques in Ubud Monkey Forest, Bali, Indonesia.Primate behavior, conservation and cultural anthropology. Training in theory and method of behavioral observation, survey/census techniques, basic interview and video data collection techniques, interact w/ Indonesiam students, villagers.
http://www.cwu.edu/~intlprog/balihome.html/
Butterfly Conservation Fieldwork

Inq Vol Great Britain OA,NAT Volunteer in studies of butterflies in Great Britain-inquire for more information.

http://www.butterfly-conservation.org/
Mystic Seaport Museum Interns

Var TTN CT SC,MAR, NAT Maritime studies program through Williams College. Courses include maritime history, literature, ecology, and more.

http://www.mysticseaport.org/
Loyola U. Tropical Biology Program


Inq. TTN Jamaica SC,NAT Students interested in marine sciences and the tropics, 3 weeks program.

http://www.eng.lmu.edu/~bio_web/lmu_bio.html
U of Manitoba Field Courses X
Inq TTN Canada SC,NAT Summer session research and courses available. The University Field Station (Delta Marsh) is situated on a forested sand ridge separating Lake Manitoba and Delta Marsh, about 100 km northwest of Winnipeg, Manitoba.
http://www.umanitoba.ca/academic/faculties/science/delta_marsh/index.html
U Michigan NSF REU Undergraduates X   Pd/R/B 3/31 MI NAT/BMS REU Program in the Structure & Function of Proteins with a 10-week research experience in areas of biochemistry, biophysics, cheminformatics, computational chemistry, enzymology, marine biology, medicinal chemistry, molecular biology, pharmaceutical sciences and plant biology.
http://pharmacy.umich.edu/reu and contact crdotson@umich.edu or 734-615-6562
School for Field Studies Courses; Field Studies X X Inq TTN Worldwide SC,OA,NAT Take courses in various topics of marine ecology, location vary in U.S. and internationally.

http://www.fieldstudies.org/