Paid Coastal Ecology Intern: After-School Fieldwork

City Parks Foundation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Hourly wage $17

Job summary

City Parks Foundation's Coastal Classroom internship offers hands-on experience in coastal ecology and maritime education for NYC students. Interns assist lead educators at four sites, engage elementary and middle school groups, and help with lesson preparation and field trips.

The program runs October–November, pays $17.00 per hour, and emphasizes teamwork, outdoor activity, and data collection for future careers in environmental education.

Qualifications

• Be enrolled in High School.
• Be at least 16 years old by Oct. 1, 2026.
• Interest in coastal ecology and working with youth.
• Commit to training and internship schedule.
• Willingness to work outdoors Oct–Nov and assist with setup/breakdown.

Responsibilities

• Work on site with lead educator and assist in lessons.
• Help lead groups of students in marine ecology and rowing where applicable.
• Assist with lesson preparation, inventory, and related tasks.
• Contribute to CPF blog and gather materials for social media.
• Assist with data collection and recordkeeping.
• Help maintain boats, gear, and safety equipment and setup/breakdown tasks.

Skills

Coastal ecology knowledge

Teamwork

Outdoor readiness

Punctuality

Attention to detail

Education

High School student

Job description

City Parks Foundation's Coastal Classroom internship offers hands-on experience in coastal ecology and maritime education for NYC students. Interns assist lead educators at four sites, engage elementary and middle school groups, and help with lesson preparation and field trips.

The program runs October–November, pays $17.00 per hour, and emphasizes teamwork, outdoor activity, and data collection for future careers in environmental education.