School Specific Internship
UNCW Spring 2026 Interns: Kayla, Callyn, Tessa, Syd, Rachel, Melana, Maya, Allie. Not pictured: Audrey, Ryann
The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle 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.
"I learned many skills that I can apply to future careers: turtle transport and intake, proper feeding techniques, cleaning and maintenance, and how to inform the public in the form of tours." Audrey C., UNC Wilmington, Spring 2026
"I got a wonderful taste of the life I hope to live once I graduate. Being able to interact with these animals, from scooping their poop to the occasional hold during medical, I have really been able to curate a unique set of skills through this internship." Kayla P., UNC Wilmington, Spring 2026
"I got hands-on experience with wildlife and husbandry, in-depth sea turtle education, communication skills, time management and teamwork, and Joy!" Rachel S., UNCW Wilmington, Spring 2026
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 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.
