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2025 Summer Internship:

The Lowcountry Marine Mammal Network (LMMN) is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit serving the Charleston area by providing education, outreach and quality science to the community. LMMN works in close partnership with the South Carolina marine mammal stranding network and the National Ocean Service. LMMN is dedicated to studying  the resident population of dolphins in South Carolina. We are active in community outreach, research and responding to marine mammals in need.

LMMN is seeking a spring intern for 10-12 weeks between May and August, working approximately 20 hours/week and some weekends.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Providing education at our booths at events such as SEWE, STEM and Earth Day festivals.

2. Data Entry

3. Researching and compiling grant data

4. Social Media- upkeep of mailing lists and social media sites

5. Engaging media outlets in our cause

6. Stranding response

7. Research Projects

Preferred candidate will be a junior/senior in their undergraduate studies or a graduate student. Biology or communications background preferred as well as an interest in education. Must be outgoing and willing to talk to the public. Proficient in excel, word and social media. Must be able to work independently with little supervision. Must have a car and live near Charleston, SC. Candidate should be comfortable in the field or boat in a variety of weather. Must be able to lift 50lbs.

Email Lauren Rust with a resume (include 3 references names/emails) and cover letter at lauren@lmmn.org by March 14th, 2025.