Volunteers in the Southeast
Southeast Region

Internships in Florida

Refuge/Hatchery Intern Position Minimum Duration* Contact Info

Crystal River /
Chassahowitzka

Refuge Intern 30 to 120 days Chassahowitzka@fws.gov
352-563-2088
JN Ding Darling Refuge Intern   Kevin Godsea
239-472-1100 x237
Lower Suwannee
& Cedar Keys
Refuge Intern currently unavailable Shannon Ludwig
352-493-0238 x222
National Key Deer Biology & Visitor Services
1 year
Volunteer Coordinator
305-872-2239
St Marks Refuge Intern varies David Moody
850-925-6121

 

*In most cases, to be considered for an internship position, an applicant must be able to stay a minimum of three months. However, in rare cases, slightly shorter internships have been scheduled. Applicants should discuss availability and needs with the appropriate contact person. Internships are volunteer positions; however, housing and a food stipend will be provided. In most cases, applications are accepted continually, with selections being made on specific dates. See individual web sites (links) or contact the selecting official directly to obtain detailed information. Applicants interested in obtaining internships on other Refuges or Hatcheries in Florida or the Southeast Region should contact those Refuges directly. Send to the contact listed for each internship.

To Apply Send resume, at least three references, and describe your background/experience relating to the following:

Forestry management techniques
Wildlife identification and surveys
GPS concepts and applications/general computer skills
Basic plant taxonomy
Public interpretive programs
Canoeing
Operation of ATC's/motor boats
Maintenance (trail and other)

Be sure to provide your dates of availability!

Thanks for your interest!

 

Last Updated: 2/18/09