Education Outreach Intern

WHO WE ARE

Save the Sound leads environmental action in the Long Island Sound region. We protect the Sound, restore its rivers, fight climate change while building resilient communities, and save endangered lands. We do this in many ways, from legislative advocacy and legal action to engineering, environmental monitoring, and hands-on volunteer efforts. For more than 50 years we’ve been ensuring people can enjoy the healthy, clean, and thriving environment they deserve—today and for generations to come.

Learn more about us at www.savethesound.org.

PROGRAM BACKGROUND

Save the Sound is partnering with the Junior Sailing Association of Long Island Sound in an effort to raise environmental awareness in young sailors, ages 8-12 years of age. A program is being developed that will engage the sailors and encourage them to become thoughtful about how they can directly affect the health of Long Island Sound.

The Education Outreach Intern will implement this effort, including preparation, teaching and tracking engagement. The ideal candidate will be excited to share their knowledge of and passion for the environment with children and be willing to travel to various yacht clubs on Long Island Sound.

This seasonal educational internship is expected to last from June 16th, 2025, through August 8th, 2025, and will be focused mainly on the Western Long Island Sound area.

EXPECTATIONS

Intern expectations include, but are not limited to the following abilities:

• Professionally represent Save the Sound
• Maintain good communication and respectful relationships with staff, board, program partners, and the general public
• Adhere to all staff, safety, and program procedures
• Ensure a safe, professional work environment
• Engage in professional development activities, as needed, to obtain/renew necessary knowledge

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Intern responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Complete preparation for 2 hr block environmental programming sessions
• Participate in relevant pre-site visits and planning, coordinating with yacht club sponsor, as needed, and managing implementation of project goals according to accepted best practices and standards
• Coordinate with supervisory staff on project logistics and implementation
• Teach up to two 2-hour blocks of programming sessions each day to children ages 8-12 yrs
• Gather and communicate feedback and change the educational offering accordingly
• Routinely prepare and maintain tools/equipment before and after programs
• Maintain strong relationships and communication with project partners and colleagues
• Complete tasks that could involve heavy lifting (40+ pounds), packs/tools/gear
• Working outdoors in various weather conditions including hot and cold temperature, sun and rain
• Other assignments that support STS outreach, and environmental initiatives
•  Must have a clean, valid, state-issued driver’s license and daily access to a personal vehicle

QUALIFICATIONS & ELIGIBILITY

Candidates should possess, at a minimum, the following:

• Strong interest in natural resource conservation, management, and education
• Interest in educating children 8-12 years about environmental awareness
• Commitment to protecting and improving the quality of the environment
• Background in marine biology and/or marine ecology is a plus
• Ability to work independently and prioritize daily tasks to meet program goals
• Capacity to perform physical labor such as carrying 40+ pounds
• Strong communication skills
• Eligibility to work in the United States

TERMS &COMPENSATION

This is a full-time, seasonal internship that provides a stipend of $4,500 paid in equal installments over the term of the internship. An average work week is 30 hours. It is not an employee position and does not include benefits. Reimbursement for work-related travel is provided. 

Additional Details Common to All Positions 

Save the Sound’s Commitment to Equity and Diversity 

Save the Sound is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, marital or parental status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Our organizational leadership and staff are working to deepen Save the Sound’s diversity, equity, and inclusion. We seek to attract a more diverse applicant pool, and to add and retain more outstanding Black, Indigenous, and People of Color to all levels of our team. We work in diverse communities and landscapes and are actively working to increase our focus on driving environmental justice and equitable outcomes through our work. 

Shared Organizational Job Responsibilities  

• Maintaining positive and productive working relationships with all Save the Sound staff members, including providing and receiving constructive feedback;
• Participating in building productive relationships with Save the Sound's members, external partners, policy makers, and the general public;
• Completing all administrative work on time, such as timesheets, purchase orders, project reports, and planning documents.

To Apply:

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and list of references. Applicants are encouraged to apply early, as applications will be reviewed as they are received. Applications will be accepted starting February 6, until the position is filled.

We are a thoughtful and thorough organization. We will be in touch to acknowledge receipt of your application and to schedule selected applicants for an interview.