Marine Biology and Environmental Science Edition: Center for Academic and Professional Success (CAPS) Newsletter

Marine Biology and Environmental Science Edition

The Center for Academic and Professional Success (CAPS) is here to support our Sharks on their career and academic journey! This monthly newsletter highlights our services, upcoming events, resources, reminders, and career opportunities in your field of study!

Career Fair is around the corner!

The Recruit a Shark Career Fair is around the corner, which is the perfect opportunity to for you connect with companies recruiting for internship, job, research, and volunteer/service positions in your field of interest.

Top 10 Internship and Volunteer Opportunities of the Month

Marine Biology

Friends of MacArthur Beach State Park Summer Naturalist Internship (FL)

Pigeon Key Paid Marine Science Education Internship (FL)

Florida International University REU Site: Understanding Coastal Ecosystems – From the Everglades to the Coral Reefs (FL)

Mote Marine Laboratory's Sea Turtle Conservation and Research Program Sea Turtle Conservation Morning Survey Internship (FL)

Dolphin Research Center Summer Marine Mammal Medical Internship (FL)

Cooperative Oxford lab and Chesapeake Research Consortium (CRC) Marine Biologist Internship (MD)

Reef Environmental Education Foundation Marine Conservation Internship (FL)

Atlantic White Shark Conservancy Shark Center Education Interns Summer (MA)

Sarasota County Wildlife Protection Intern - Sea Turtle Protection Program (FL)

Loxahatchee River District Summer Internship Marine Science (FL)

Environmental Science

Florida Water Environment Association Florida Water Summer 2024 Internship (FL)

National Park Service Latino Heritage Internship: Everglades National Park (FL)

National Park Service Natural Resources Assistant Biscayne National Park (FL)

Arcadis Environmental Science / Geology Interns Needed - Summer 2024 (Various)

USGS Everglades National Park Paid Reptile Research Internship (FL)

Environment for the Americas Everglades National Park Cultural History Education Intern (FL)

Mosaics in Science Natural Resource Management Assistant (FL)

Biscayne National Park Natural Resource Intern (FL)

South Florida Wildlife Center Wildlife Rehabilitation (FL)

Coastal Connections, Inc Conservation and Sustainability Volunteer/Assistant (FL)

Top 10 Jobs of the Month

Marine Biology

Resource Environmental Solutions LLC Marine Species and Turbidity Monitor (FL)

Florida International University Mangrove Temporary Research Assistant (FL)

FWS Division of Habitat and Species Conversation Gopher Tortoise Monitoring Coordinator (FL)

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Summer Camp Counselor (FL)

Florida Oceanographic Society Assistant Educator - Part Time (FL)

Florida Headwaters Foundation Senior Naturalist (FL)

Loggerhead Marinelife Center Sea Turtle Nesting Field Technician (Seasonal) (FL)

Seacamp Association, Inc. Marine Science Instructor (FL)

RES Marine Species and Turbidity Monitor (Part-time) (FL)

Miami Waterkeeper Grants Manager (FL)

Environmental Science

South Florida/Caribbean Network Biology Assistant (FL)

Scalar Consulting Group Inc Entry-Level Environmental Scientist (FL)

Resource Environmental Solutions LLC Mid-Level Environmental Scientist (FL)

Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society Veterinary Technician (FL)

City of Fort Lauderdale Environmental Inspector II (FL)

ACRT Services Consulting Utility Forester (FL)

American Conservation Experience National Wildlife Refuge Support Member (FL)

USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Biological Science Technician (FL)

RES Scientist I –Stormwater (FL)

Arc Broward Animal Care Instructor (FL)

Upcoming Events

Building Your LinkedIn Profile - Virtual Workshop

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Serving with the Peace Corps - Hybrid Workshop

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Interview Tips from Hiring Managers - Hybrid Workshop

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Developing a Rock-Star Resume - Career Fair Edition - Hybrid Workshop

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Pics, Tips, and Outfits - Career Fair Edition

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Do's, Don'ts, and Donuts - Career Fair Edition - Hybrid Workshop

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Visit the Handshake Events page to see more upcoming events!

CAPS Resources

Dominate the next 4 years with the CAPS Academic and Professional Guide.

Click here to access.

Handshake is one of the largest career platforms for students looking to connect with employers recruiting for jobs and internships.

Click here to access Handshake.

Do you want to be recommended to a company after you have applied to an opportunity with them? CAPS is happy to support you by sending referrals directly to hiring managers. To do so, please work with your CAPS Advisor.

CAPS Services

Undergraduate Academic

Advising Services:

Four Year Plan
Academic Standing
Junior/Senior Audit
Major/Minor Request Change
Registration (Add/Drop/Withdraw)
ExEL Planning

All Student Career

Advising Services:

Career/Professional Exploration
Internships/Job Search
Graduate/Professional School Planning
Mock Interview
Personal Statement
Resume/CV/Cover Letter
Razor's Career Closet

To schedule an appointment with an advisor visit Navigate or call (954) 262-7990 or for general questions, please email us at caps@nova.edu.

Have a quick academic or career advising question? Visit the CAPS website for Drop-In Advising hours and information.

Looking to work on your professional and academic goals in a relaxed and collaborative environment? CAPS Labs may be the perfect avenue to do so in real-time! Visit the CAPS website for CAPS Labs hours and information.

Student Employment

Are you ready to get more than a paycheck while earning your NSU degree? Nova Southeastern University provides assistance to NSU students who are looking for employment opportunities they can balance with their school responsibilities. Students can participate in either need-based employment programs, such as Federal Work-Study, or non-need-based programs, such as the NSU Student Employment Program.

To apply for student employment opportunities in JobX, students must self-enroll into the Student Employment Workshop found in Canvas.

For Student Employment questions, please email us at studentemployment@nova.edu.

Undergraduate Reminders

Campus will be closed on Monday, January 15, 2024,to commemorate Martin Luther King Jr Day

CAPS Drop-Ins will resume back to normal schedule starting Wednesday, January 17, 2024

CAPS Labs will resume on Tuesday, January 16, 2024, in a new location (Goodwin Residence Hall – 1^st Floor Multipurpose Room)

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