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Chincoteague Bay Field Station

Chincoteague Bay Field Station provides outstanding multi-disciplinary, educational and research opportunities that celebrate the rich natural, cultural, economic, and technological resources of the mid-Atlantic Coastal region through field-based and hands-on learning, often in affiliation with multiple public and private partners.

Jan 08, 2026
Seasonal
University & Research Summer Assistant
Chincoteague Bay Field Station Wallops Island, VA, USA
The Chincoteague Bay Field Station is seeking an individual with strong organizational and leadership skills to work with our University & Research (U&R) team during the summer. The Field Station offers 12 weeks of marine science-related college courses and is seeking a Summer Assistant to work in both field, office, and residential settings. In this position, you will be responsible for maintaining field station aquaria, leading kayaking and boat trips for college classes, and completing various other physical and administrative tasks to meet program goals. The Summer Assistant position also shares the responsibility with the U&R Interns of overseeing the college community in residential aspects. This includes monitoring housing, enforcing campus rules, and planning recreational activities. Our goal is to create a safe, productive, and enjoyable environment for all students. The U&R Summer Assistant reports to the U&R Coordinator and Assistant Coordinator and...
Jan 08, 2026
Internship- Paid
University & Research Internship
Chincoteague Bay Field Station Wallops Island, VA, USA
U&R Interns will be immersed in the U&R program staff's daily activities, including all aspects of the summer U&R program, such as equipment and lab maintenance, assisting U&R staff with field excursions, and leading and supporting the college community. Interns will also be responsible for designing, implementing, and reporting an original, relevant research project. The duties of U&R Interns are split into three categories: Research , Program Maintenance , and Residential .
Jan 08, 2026
Internship- Paid
Content and Social Engagement Intern
Chincoteague Bay Field Station Wallops Island, VA, USA
The Content and Social Engagement Intern will be immersed in U&R programming, assisting U&R staff with field excursions to collect marketing content, and leading and supporting the college community. They will also have the opportunity to support other CBFS programming, such as summer camps. The Content and Social Engagement Intern will be responsible for planning and executing college activities and events throughout the summer with assistance from other U&R staff. Interns will also be responsible for designing, implementing, and reporting on an original, relevant media project such as a newsletter, hype video, or other relevant marketing product. The duties of the Content and Social Engagement Intern are split into three categories: Content Collection and Distribution , Program Maintenance , and Residential .