Paid Summer Environmental Interns & Seasonal Associate Scientists (Cummins Cederberg)

Job title

Paid Summer Environmental Interns & Seasonal Associate Scientists.

Company

Cummins Cederberg - Coastal & Marine Engineering.

Description of the job

Cummins Cederberg is hiring Paid Summer Environmental Interns and Seasonal Associate Scientists to support coastal and marine environmental projects throughout Florida. These positions offer hands-on experience in marine fieldwork, environmental permitting, and applied coastal science.

Summer Environmental Interns will support both field and office tasks under close supervision, gaining exposure to benthic habitat assessments, data entry, environmental permitting and compliance, and basic environmental documentation. This role is designed to provide practical, hands-on learning and mentorship in applied coastal and marine science.

Seasonal Associate Scientists will focus exclusively on field-based work, supporting coastal and marine field efforts such as benthic habitat assessments, coral relocation, and environmental compliance monitoring. This role is suited for candidates with prior field experience who are comfortable working outdoors in variable conditions and who are proficient with identification of Florida's protected resources (e.g., seagrass, corals).

Key Responsibilities:

• Support in-water marine resource surveys, including benthic habitat surveys, mapping and coral relocation.
• Assist with equipment inventory, maintenance, and organization.
• Draft and contribute to technical monitoring reports and permit-related documentation.
• Data entry and management.
• Participate in office-based tasks related to environmental permitting, policy research, and project support.

What Candidates Will Gain:

• Hands-on experience in applied marine science and coastal environmental consulting.
• Exposure to environmental permitting and regulatory processes.
• Mentorship from experienced environmental professionals.
• Opportunity to build field, technical writing, and project coordination skills.

Duration: May 1st – October 31st (dates flexible). Part-time and full-time opportunities available.

Requirements

For Summer Environmental Interns:

• B.S. in marine biology or a related field.
• Experience conducting in-water surveys using snorkeling equipment.
• Coursework or experience in local benthic ecology (e.g., corals, seagrass).
• Strong interest in environmental regulations and policy related to coastal construction.
• Strong writing, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in challenging field conditions (heat, sun, boat-based work).
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to project sites as needed.
• Ability to pass a CPR/First Aid and Oxygen Administration Certification (current certification preferred).
• Positive, team-oriented attitude and the ability to work collaboratively in both field and office settings.

Additional Qualifications for Seasonal Associate Scientists:

• Enrolled in a graduate program or possess a graduate degree in marine biology or a related field.
• Experience conducting in-water surveys using Scuba equipment; scientific diving experience preferred.
• Must provide a dive log showing dives for 2024 – present.
• Proficient identification in Florida's protected resources (e.g., seagrass, corals).
• Ability to pass a Scuba diving physical prior to fieldwork (current physical preferred).

Location

Florida, United States.

Salary

Not specified. 

How to apply

Applicants should send their resume or CV to hr@cumminscederberg.com, noting the position and preferred office location. More information is available on the company's careers page.

Deadline

31/03/2026.

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