Fishery Innovation Intern - Hybrid

Oceana; Monterey, Washington (CA, District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Oceana invites applications for a Fishery Innovation Intern in Monterey, CA. The role supports the U.S. Fisheries Innovation Director, compiling research on innovative gear and regulatory contexts, and coordinating stakeholder outreach.

The intern will update databases, draft report sections, and help test new gear in U.S. fisheries, with a hybrid schedule and a pay range of $22.50–$23.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• Graduate student or holder of a master’s/PhD in marine science, fisheries science, marine policy, environmental policy, natural resource management, public policy, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Research innovative fishing gear technologies and testing sites in U.S. fisheries.
• Summarize regulatory context for innovative gear across state and federal levels.
• Assist outreach to decision makers and stakeholders; draft correspondence.
• Support stakeholder interviews with prep questions and note-taking.
• Contribute to a final report and maintain a testing results database.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Strong research skills

Excellent written and oral comunicação

Independent work

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Commitment to equity and inclusion

Energy and enthusiasm

Knowledge of U.S. fisheries management

Education

Master's or doctoral degree in marine science / fisheries policy / environmental policy

Job description

Oceana invites applications for a Fishery Innovation Intern in Monterey, CA. The role supports the U.S. Fisheries Innovation Director, compiling research on innovative gear and regulatory contexts, and coordinating stakeholder outreach.

The intern will update databases, draft report sections, and help test new gear in U.S. fisheries, with a hybrid schedule and a pay range of $22.50–$23.50 per hour.