Summer Learning Adventures Informal Educator Internship

If you are interested in a summer internship with Birch Aquarium at Scripps, please read all of the information below. Application materials are available to download at the bottom of this page.

SLA Informal Educator Interns will:

• Work with kids ages 4-15
• Work as part of a team to create an exciting and fun summer experience
• Gain valuable experience with professionals in science education
• Spend the summer at Birch Aquarium and local beaches
• Learn how to communicate science to the public

We are looking for someone who:

• Wants to work with kids in a fun learning environment
• Has an interest in marine science and education
• Is punctual, reliable, and flexible
• Has access to transportation (to La Jolla, Mission Beach, and Pacific Beach)
• Has experience (but not required) as a strong swimmer, snorkeler, surfer, and/or kayaker

Job Duties/Experiences include:

• Demonstrating various science experiments and games, and interpreting hands-on animal displays
• Working indoors in a classroom and outdoors in the field; getting wet and/or sandy
• Helping guide campers through lessons and tour
• Walking long distances (1 mile) on field outing
• Working with fellow interns and camp staff to create games and activities
• Assisting campers during snorkel, surf, and other water experiences
• Prepping supplies for camps

Orientation (mandatory for participation in the program)

• Get to know your fellow interns and instructors
• Take a trip into the field for water activity orientation
• Learn all you need to know about the SLA program
• Discover what your role will be

Program Dates

Work Schedule (shifts will be pre-assigned based on your availability, for one of the following schedules):

If you have any questions please call 858-534-9871 or send email to
volunteers@siomail.ucsd.edu. We look forward to receiving your application.