Marine Education Fellowship

Position: Marine Education Fellowship 2026 -2027
Position Information

Classification Title Temporary Office/Clerical FLSA Non-Exempt UGA Job Code FTE 1.00

Minimum Qualifications Position Summary

UGA Marine Extension and Georgia Sea seeks marine education fellows to work at the Marine Education Center and Aquarium on UGA's Marine Science Campus on Skidaway Island near Savannah GA. The temporary, non-benefit-eligible, non-exempt position is offered to recent college graduates. This position serves as a bridge experience between college and a professional career and is designed for individuals who would like to gain teaching experience in marine and environmental education.

Applicants with graduate degrees or previous multiple internship experience are not eligible for this program.

Education fellows teaches a wide variety of marine-related topics to grade PK-12 students in field, lab and discussion formats, public programs, summer marine science camps, school outreach, and community events. Although instruction is the primary responsibility, additional assigned duties include aquarium/touch tank husbandry and maintenance, phytoplankton monitoring, clerical tasks, visitor services, Saturday Aquarium admission duty, and miscellaneous tasks related to the Center's operation.

Some Saturday and evening work is needed. Dates of employment are from September to August. Pay is administered on an hourly basis, 30-40 hours per week depending on scheduled programming. Unpaid holidays coincide with university, state, federal and other pre-determined dates. Onsite housing is necessary.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position

* B.S. or B.A degree in a coastal related discipline (education, environmental science, marine science, or other natural, physical, or social sciences), from an accredited college or university, awarded within the last two years. Degree should be awarded before fellowship begins.

* Preferred completion of marine science courses (i.e., biology, marine biology, marine science, ecology, invertebrate zoology and ichthyology).

* Previous experience teaching or working with children or students.

* U.S. citizenship or U.S. work visa. If selected, UGA will provide intent to employ documents for visa application. Background checks are required for UGA employment.

* Fluency in English - bilingual applicants (English/Spanish) are encouraged to apply.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Ability to work independently and to communicate well with others (verbally and in writing). Proficiency with MS Office, email and social media.

Physical Demands

Lift and carry heavy equipment (approx. 50 lbs) and work outdoors in inclement and challenging weather conditions. Driving as needed for job duties.

Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a requirement of this position? Yes Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

Yes Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable.

Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name Celeste Rivenbark Recruitment Contact Email CELESTE.RIVENBARK Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

* Resume/CV

* Cover Letter

* List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents

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The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status.