Science Communications Student Internship:
10-15 hours/week, 16 weeks: September – December, 2021
 
Application Deadline:
27 August 2021

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Schmidt Ocean Institute (SOI) was founded by Eric and Wendy Schmidt in 2009 with a goal to advance the frontiers of ocean exploration and research through technological advancement, intelligent observation, and open sharing of information. This is achieved by making ship time and associated assets freely available to scientists globally. In exchange, SOI supports public sharing of acquired scientific observations, data, and other information about the ocean to stimulate the growth of data applications and user community and to amplify and enable further exploration, discovery, deeper understanding, and effective conservation and management of our environment.

Internship summary:
The Science Communications Internship aims to provide educational and practical support to graduate students studying marine science, communications, journalism or related fields. Interns will work with our Communications Team supporting outreach programs, with the goal of engaging, influencing, and generating public support for a healthy ocean through advanced scientific research, technology innovation, and open sharing of information. The intern will assist with a variety of strategic communications tasks and initiatives, contributing content to Schmidt Ocean Institute’s digital channels and interactive programs. This is a paid internship position. The timeframe for internship is Sept-Dec 2021, with possible renewal for spring and summer 2022.
 

Responsibilities – Participants selected to support the Science Communications Internship will assist, develop and support the following:

    • Assist with the development and upkeep of research cruise web pages, blogs, and archives, as well as real time and interactive content on the organization’s web site
    • Assist with outreach activities and messaging for Schmidt Ocean Institute and research vessel Falkor with staff and multimedia correspondents
    • Assist with visual content editing, organization, labeling and storage
    • Assist with various communications projects, school and community outreach activities
    • Assist with social media posts via Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Twitter

Requirements:

    • Must currently be enrolled as a Graduate Student, majoring in marine science, communications, journalism or related fields
    • Must be able to commit to 15 hours of work a week
    • Previous experience and/or coursework in marine science, communications, journalism, or related fieldsInterest in oceanography, technology, and ocean exploration
    • Ability to learn new softwareFluent in spoken and written English
    • Must be eligible to work in the United States
    • Applicant must be at least 18 years of age

Preferred Skills:

    • Demonstrated writing capabilities
    • Knowledge and experience with Adobe Creative Suite applicationsKnowledge and experience with Google Apps / G Suite
    • Knowledge and experience with WordPress, or web design
    • Knowledge and experience with digital asset management systems
    • Time management skills
    • The ability to work with a team, as well as alone (sometimes with minimal guidance)
Applications: 
All intern applications should complete the employment application.
 
Applicants will need to submit a current CV/resume, letter of recommendation, and current unofficial transcript (if applicable).
 
Any application related queries should be sent to Lisa Pereira, Events & Marketing Manager, lpereira@schmidtocean.org
 
Schmidt Ocean Institute is an equal opportunity employer and we strive to create an atmosphere where diversity of identity, experience, and background are welcomed, valued, and supported. We believe that diversity brings about greater results on all levels and we aim to use our resources to generate greater impact through our work. Candidates who contribute to this diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.