About the role#
The Fishery Innovation intern supports U.S. campaigns focused on reducing whale entanglement in fishing gear. You will work with the U.S. Fisheries Innovation Director to synthesize scientific, regulatory, and industry information. Your work helps document how innovative systems are tested and deployed across U.S. fisheries.
What you'll do#
- Research innovative fishing gear technologies and their testing status.
- Summarize the regulatory context for gear innovation across state and federal fisheries.
- Assist with outreach to stakeholders and decision makers, including drafting correspondence and scheduling meetings.
- Support staff during stakeholder interviews by preparing questions and documenting discussions.
- Draft sections of a report summarizing research findings.
- Maintain a database of testing results for innovative fishing gear.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a graduate program or a completed master’s or doctoral degree in marine science, fisheries science, marine policy, environmental policy, natural resource management, public policy, or a related field.
- Interest in U.S. fisheries management, protected-species conservation, or fishing-gear technology.
- Strong research skills, including literature review, source evaluation, and data analysis.
- Ability to explain technical information clearly in writing and speaking.
- Experience in fisheries research or gear testing is preferred.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team.
- Commitment to equity and inclusion within ocean policy.
Location & details#
- Location: Washington, DC.
- Modality: Hybrid. Staff work from the office Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with the option to work from home on Monday and Friday.
- Compensation: $22.50 to $23.50 per hour.
- Status: Full-time internship.
About Oceana
Oceana is an international advocacy organization focused on ocean conservation. Founded in 2001, the group works to rebuild marine biodiversity by securing science-based policies in countries that manage large portions of the global wild fish catch. It employs between 201 and 500 people and maintains its headquarters in Washington, D.C. The organization addresses issues like overfishing, habitat destruction, and pollution to support global food security.
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