Opportunities at Downeast Institute
Post-Doc and Senior Scientist Positions
Scientist positions are offered as our research grants demand. Senior scientists who write their own grants should contact us about our space and other benefits.
Ocean Acidification Research Fellowship: We have a unique opportunity for a Research Fellowship in our Ocean Acidification lab. Read the position announcement here.
Hatchery Employment
We occasionally have openings for part-time and full-time positions with a range of responsibilities in our commercial-scale seawater hatchery. Our hatchery employees have a variety of work and educational backgrounds.
College Internships
Internships and work study positions at DEI can enhance your education and provide early experience in your chosen field or other area of interest. Past interns have worked on research projects, assisted in our research hatchery, and worked in business, marketing and finance.
Sorry, applications for internships for the summer of 2023 have closed
Summer/Occasional Employment
If you like a change of scenery, check this board in the spring and fall. We have seasons where we need extra hands for one to three months, primarily in the spring and early summer.
Volunteer Opportunities
High school students and other community members looking for volunteer opportunities should contact DEI. We do our best to match projects to your area of interest.
“As a recent graduate this was my first opportunity to explore many aspects of marine science through field work, marine scientific research and shellfish husbandry. Some of the most memorable times included research such as collecting razor clams off Dobin’s Island, being a part of spawning events, measuring and counting razor clam eggs, European oyster research, maintaining the tanks and watching the invertebrates grow. ”
– Marisa Powell, volunteer and current ACCSP Program Assistant, Atlantic States Marines Fisheries Commission:
