School Specific Internship
UNCW Fall 2023 Interns: Kailynn, Athena, Hailee, Jena, Phoebe, Matt, Kira, Kayleen
The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center is pleased to partner with certain local schools, including the University of North Carolina at Wilmington and the Cape Fear Community College, to offer part-time internships to their students during the regular school year. Check with your internship office if you are interested.
The UNCW BIO 498 Internship offers juniors and seniors an in-depth, hands-on opportunity to learn about sea turtle husbandry and conservation. Additionally, interns practice science communication by delivering environmental education programs and public tours. Interns also learn about nonprofit organizations through an project involving education, marketing, communications, facilities, or another assigned area. Responsibilities are similar to that of the Sea Turtle Rehabilitation, Conservation, and Education Internship. Interested students should contact Dr. Amanda Southwood Williard for more information and application instructions.
"This was an incredible hands-on learning experience. I also gained a great group of friends!" Corinne R., UNC Wilmington, Spring 2022
"I gained hands on experience, a deeper understanding about the ins and outs of a rehabilitation center, and skills for my future career goals. It was also one of the most positive environments I've ever worked in." Kelsey, UNC Wilmington, Spring 2022
The CFCC Internship offers students a unique opportunity to learn about life support systems at a sea turtle rehabilitation hospital. Interns will gain skills in making salt water to meet hospital needs, maintaining filters and pumps, analyzing water quality, and recording data.
The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center offers internship opportunities without discriminating on the basis of race, gender, gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, age, economic status, or veteran status.
