The purpose is to develop a climate justice curriculum specific to wetland communities of the Carolinas and assist with the Carolina Wetlands Association monitoring and education programs.

The intern will be part of a nationwide group of undergraduate students working in marine and coastal research, outreach and education. The internship program is designed for students from underrepresented and indigenous communities. Learn more about the National Sea Grant Community Engaged Internship for Undergraduate Students here: https://seagrant.noaa.gov/Community-Engaged-Internship

The primary job duties are the following:

Develop educational lessons plans centered on wetlands and climate justice

Assist with wetland monitoring reports

Engage with wetland community leaders

Deliver educational programs on Carolina wetlands and climate justice

Strong verbal and written communication skills
Independent worker 

Enrolled in an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in environmental science/studies, natural resources, sociology, public policy, or other related field

Experience with environmental/social science research, community outreach, education, and/or communications

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