Conservation Engagement Intern

Location of Position: Sausalito, CA

Reports to: Public Programs Manager

Position Classification & Expected Hours of Work, and Travel:

• This is a regular part-time position
• This position is 3-months, approximately May – August 2026
• Regular onsite work is required
• Weekend work is required
• Days and hours of the work week may vary according to the needs of the Center
• Travel is not expected for this position

Compensation Range: $20.00 - $22.00/ hour

Benefits:  

• Holidays
• Sick Time
• Vacation
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan
• The Marine Mammal Center offers benefits to support the emotional wellbeing of you and your loved ones (Employee Assistance Program)

Job Summary:

The Conservation Engagement Internship is an opportunity to gain practical hands-on and educational experience at the world’s largest marine mammal hospital, The Marine Mammal Center. This internship will provide educational training and support, obtaining knowledge and skills for best practices on educating the public about ocean health topics including ocean trash, sustainable seafood, and climate change.

Essential Functions:

Conservation Engagement Support: 85%

• Participate in practical hands-on and virtual learning opportunities.
• Support front of house operations and perform docent duties including greeting visitors, answering questions, handling transactions on the register, verifying ticket reservations at the information desk, promoting the Center’s programs, and engaging visitors about the Center’s work and mission.
• Support the Public Programs Team Lead through radio communication and volunteer assistance.
• Lead tours of public exhibits and behind the scenes areas.
• Perform docent duties as assigned.
• Maintain and ensure a clean, well-stocked, and safe environment for visitors.

Capstone Project: 10%

• Assess and define the scope, scale, and objectives of a conservation engagement resource.
• Lead the development and implementation of the conservation engagement resource.
• Deliver a formal presentation of the resource to internal teams and Center leadership.