IMS Volunteer and Internship Opportunities

All jobs listed are non-paid positions unless otherwise specified. If you are interested in one of the positions, please contact the person listed, or click on the link associated with the position for futher information.

SEYMOUR MARINE DISOVERY CENTER VOLUNTEER & UC SANTA CRUZ STUDENT JOBS AND INTERNSHIPS

Volunteer Description: Over 200 volunteers support the Seymour Marine Discovery Center each year. They lead tours and lessons for school groups, take care of a live animal collection, and support day-to-day operations and education programs. In return, our volunteers get a lifelong learning opportunity and sense of purpose from their commitment to conservation and sustainability. Whether you’re a student or recent graduate, a retiree, or simply looking for a change of scenery, the Seymour Center can provide meaningful opportunities for any individual or groups to lend a helping hand. See the Seymour Marine Discovery Center volunteer webpage for more information about becoming a volunteer

Jobs & Internships: The Seymour Center is looking for dynamic college students and college graduates with some basic knowledge of marine science, biology, or environmental studies to work with their education staff. Go to the  Jobs & Internship webpage for more information on student jobs and internships.

THE MARINE MAMMAL PHYSIOLOGY PROJECT

Under the direction of Dr. Terrie Williams, the Marine Mammal Physiology Project (MMPP) works with a variety of animals trained to voluntarily participate in the data collection process investigating the energetics, physiological, and biomechanical parameters of numerous species of marine mammals. In order to accomplish all the goals of the project, a large volunteer staff is employed to help care for and train these amazing animals. For additional information, and for application instructions, please visit the MMPP Volunteer Program.

PINNIPED COGNITION & SENSORY SYSTEMS LAB

The Pinniped Cognition & Sensory Systems Lab (located at LML) is always in need of support for their research programs. If you are interested in supporting, volunteering or interning, please follow this link: Support, Volunteer & Internship