Location: Monterey, CA / Washington, DC, United States
The Fishery Innovation Intern works closely with Oceana's U.S. Fisheries Innovation Director in support of Oceana's U.S. campaigns that aim to reduce entanglement of whales in fishing gear. The intern will synthesize scientific, regulatory, industry, and stakeholder information; document where and how innovative systems are being tested or deployed; and evaluate potential to advance innovations in selected fisheries.
Responsibilities:
- Research and compile information on innovative fishing gear technologies, including where and how they are being tested and used in U.S. fisheries.
- Research the regulatory context for innovative fishing gear across state and federal fisheries and summarize findings for staff.
- Assist Oceana with outreach to key decision makers and stakeholders, including drafting correspondence, scheduling and tracking meetings, and delivering materials.
- Support staff-led stakeholder interviews by helping prepare questions, taking notes, and asking follow-up questions.
- Contribute research and draft sections of a report on findings across U.S. fisheries.
- Update and maintain a database of testing results for innovative fishing gear.
- Other duties as needed.
Requirements:
- Currently enrolled in a graduate program, or holder of a master's or doctoral degree, in marine science, fisheries science, marine policy, environmental policy, natural resource management, public policy, or a closely related field.
- Experience in fisheries research or innovative fishing gear testing (volunteer or paid) preferred.
- Strong interest in and knowledge of U.S. fisheries management, protected-species conservation, marine policy, or fishing-gear technology.
- Strong research skills, including literature review, source evaluation, and qualitative or quantitative analysis.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to explain technical information to varied audiences.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple research tasks, meet deadlines, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.
- Sound judgment and professionalism when engaging with fishers, agencies, researchers, industry representatives, and advocacy partners.
- Demonstrated ability to integrate scientific evidence with policy and management analysis.
- Excellent attention to detail and good computer skills.
- Commitment to equity and inclusion within ocean policy.
Salary: $22.50-23.50 per hour. Oceana's U.S. offices operate on a hybrid schedule, with staff in the office Tuesday through Thursday.
Please apply by October 30, 2026. Please include a cover letter and writing sample with your application.
HOW TO APPLY:
Apply via the Oceana careers portal by October 30, 2026. Please include a cover letter and writing sample with your application.
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