Mississippi State University
This position aims to provide the intern with a broad exposure to the Mississippi State University Coastal and Marine Extension efforts with a particular emphasis within the Coastal Conservation and Restoration Program (CCR) and Mississippi Sound Estuary Program (MSEP). The intern will have opportunities to participate in both field- and desktop-based work to monitor natural ecosystems and develop science-based management strategies. Associated with the developed strategies, will be guidance for policy and environment compliance reviews and additional communication strategies for coastal end-users. The intern will be introduced to and work with a network of coastal natural resource management, science communication, and research professionals in the area. This will allow the intern to explore and be evaluated for job opportunities upon completion of the internship.