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Marine Education Interns

Employer
The University of Georgia
Location
Athens, GA

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Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

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Posting Number G/R00917P Working Title Marine Education Interns Department PSO Marine Extension Service About the University of Georgia

The University of Georgia (UGA), a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities is the state’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (http://www.uga.edu/). UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA was founded in 1785 by the Georgia General Assembly as the first state-chartered University in the country. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,600 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 36,000 students including over 27,500 undergraduates and over 8,500 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 17 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department

UGA Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant provide research, education, training and science-based outreach to assist Georgia in solving problems and realizing opportunities for its coastal and marine environments. By advancing research, education and training, and outreach, UGA Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant promote the economic, cultural and environmental health of Georgia’s coast and prepare citizens to become good stewards of coastal ecosystems and watershed resources.

UGA Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant are units of Public Service and Outreach at the University of Georgia, supporting Georgia’s short- and long-term prosperity.

College/Unit/Department website gacoast.uga.edu Employment Type Employee Additional Schedule Information Advertised Salary Anticipated Start Date 09/09/2019 Posting Date 02/13/2019 Closing Date 03/31/2019 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Savannah Area EOO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

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Position Information

Minimum Qualifications should list both the minimum degree and the field which the degree must be earned. If prior work experience is required, the posting should list both the job in which the experience must be gained, and the minimum duration that will be accepted.

Classification Title Temporary Office/Clerical (NE) FLSA UGA Job Code Job Family FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications Position Summary

UGA Marine Extension and Georgia Sea seeks marine education interns to work at the marine Education Center and Aquarium on UGA’s Marine Science Campus on Skidaway Island near Savannah GA. The temporary, non-benefit-eligible, non-exempt position is offered to recent college graduates. This position serves as a bridge experience between college and a professional career and is designed for individuals who would like to gain teaching experience in marine and environmental education. Applicants with graduate degrees or previous multiple internship experience are not eligible for this program.

Intern teaches a wide variety of marine-related topics to grade PK012 students in field, lab and discussion formats, public programs, summer marine science camps, school outreach, and community events. Although instruction is the primary responsibility, additional assigned duties include aquarium/touch tank husbandry and maintenance, phytoplankton monitoring, clerical tasks, visitor services, Saturday Aquarium admission duty, and miscellaneous tasks related to the Center’s operation. Some Saturday and evening work is required. Dates of employment are from September to August. Pay is administered on an hourly basis, with no more than 40 hours/week. Unpaid holidays coincide with university, state, federal and other pre-determined dates. Onsite housing is required.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position

Year-long internship is for recent college graduates with a B.S. or B.A in Biology and coursework in marine science.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Ability to work independently and to communicate well with others (verbally and in writing). Proficiency with MS Office, email and social media.

Physical Demands

Willing to lift and carry heavy equipment (approx. 50 lbs) and work outdoors in inclement and challenging weather conditions.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Do you possess a valid driver's license?
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    • No
    • Yes
Applicant Documents Required Documents
  1. Resume/CV
  2. Cover Letter
  3. List of References with Contact Information
Optional Documents
  1. Portfolio
  2. Media Portfolio
  3. Writing Sample
  4. Sample Publications
  5. Unofficial Transcripts
  6. Other Documents #1
  7. Other Documents #2
  8. Certification
  9. Teaching Portfolio/Philosophy
  10. Research Portfolio/Philosophy
  11. Unofficial Letters of Recommendation
  12. Public Svc/Extension Philosophy

Organization

The University of Georgia, a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities, is the state’s oldest and most comprehensive institution of higher education. Founded in 1785, it is the birthplace of public higher education in America.

Today, UGA enrolls more than 40,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. The main campus has 460 buildings on 767 acres of land. The total acreage of UGA in 30 Georgia counties is 41,539. UGA has 18 colleges and schools, which include Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, Arts and Sciences, Business, Ecology, Education, Engineering, Environment and Design, Family and Consumer Sciences, Forestry and Natural Resources, Graduate School, Journalism and Mass Communication, Law, Pharmacy, Public Health, Public and International Affairs, Social Work, Veterinary Medicine, and the Honors College. It offers 24 baccalaureate degrees in more than 140 fields; 33 master’s degrees in 144 fields; 8 educational specialist degrees; four doctoral degrees in 99 areas; professional degrees in law, pharmacy and veterinary medicine; and more than 170 study-abroad and exchange programs. UGA Libraries rank among the nation’s best research libraries and contain a total of 5.3 million volumes and one of nation’s largest map collections. The university has had 25 recipients of the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship, making it one of the nation’s top Rhodes producers among public universities. UGA is home of the Peabody Awards, presented annually for distinguished achievement and meritorious public service for television, podcast/radio, and digital media. It also is home of Georgia’s State Botanical Garden, state Museum of Art and State Museum of Natural History. Additionally, UGA has one of the largest and most comprehensive public service and outreach programs conducted by an American educational institution.

Company info
Telephone
706-542-3000
Location
215 S. Jackson St.
Athens
Georgia
30602
US

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