Internship Period: 34 weeks, Dec 1, 2025 – July 24, 2026 Last Date to Apply: 10/22/2025

Join Our Education Team at Archbold Biological Station

Make a meaningful impact by communicating science and fostering a deep connection to nature for both children and adults in the Headwaters of the Florida Everglades. The Jill Abrahamson Environmental Education Internship at Archbold Biological Station in Venus, Florida offers a unique opportunity to:

Engage underserved communities in South Central Florida through inclusive and accessible programming.

Grow professionally with hands-on skill-building, mentorship from experienced educators, and real-world teaching experiences.

Participate in a state-wide environmental education conference, expanding your network and knowledge in the field.

Whether you're passionate about conservation, education, or community outreach, this internship is designed to empower emerging educators and help them become leaders in environmental stewardship.

Archbold Internships are unpaid appointments without an entitlement to a paid job at the conclusion of the internship. Interns are not entitled to either minimum wage or overtime pay under the Department of Labor FLSA Rule. Please review the Archbold Intership Policy or reach out to our Human Resource Department for more information. Interns are required to perform tasks in various conditions, including inclement weather, heat, and humidity. Hands on training and working hours, are as advertised. As an unpaid Post-Baccalaureate, Jill Abrahamson Memorial Environmental Education Intern, Archbold will provide you with the following allowances:

💵 Expense Stipend

Standard Weeks: $530 paid bi-weekly

Camp Weeks: Increased to $930 paid bi-weekly

Tax Note: Subject to self-employment tax

🕒 Paid Time Off (PTO)

Accrual: 2 hours per bi-weekly pay period

Availability: Front-loaded and accessible upon appointment

🏡 Lodging

Gratis (Free) Lodging provided - shared dormitory style rooms (No Pets)

Location: Archbold Biological Station, Venus Florida 33960

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

co-leading elementary school field trips

working outreach booths at community events

assisting with program evaluations

co-presenting in middle school classrooms

assisting at ecology day camps

performing animal care (snakes) duties and developing an independent education project.

Unique Field Experience & Recreation Opportunities Interns have the option to receive fire training from a certified trainer and actively participate in prescribed burns, gaining hands-on experience in land management and conservation practices. During personal time, interns are welcome to explore our expansive preserve lands, which include access to a private lake perfect for quiet reflection or outdoor recreation. Additionally, interns are invited to accompany researchers into the field, offering rare opportunities to observe and learn about Florida’s iconic wildlife and ecosystems, including:

🌱 Endangered plant species

🐢 Gopher Tortoises

🐦 Florida Scrub-Jays

Qualifications:

College degree, preferably with experience in wildlife biology, natural resources, ecology, environmental education, or other related fields

Comfortable with being outdoors in the Florida heat, alongside biting insects, mosquitoes, and ticks

Strong interpersonal communication and computer skills (Microsoft Word and Excel, Power Point)

Spanish language skills a plus

Able to lift up to 40 lbs

First Aid and CPR certification is desirable

Possess valid drivers’ license with good driving record as determined by Archbold’s insurance carrier.

Level 2 - Criminal background check is required

To Apply: Submit a cover letter, resume, and email contacts for two references. Please note that Archbold Expeditions Inc. is an E-Verify employer. All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States, as we are unable to sponsor work visas for international candidates.