I have been asked two questions by many prospective Coastal policy students.:

Where and how can I get a "hands on" experience related to my academic work?

What sorts of jobs are available for people with a master's degree or a Certificate in Coastal Zone Policy or Management?

This page is a great start for you to answer those questions! Contact me for more information.

Steffen Schmidt, Ph.D.
Professor of Political Science and Policy
Iowa State University and Nova Southeastern University Oceanography Center

These are links to various sites that have information about internships. This gives you examples of the types of internships available. It is an "idea source" for you to explore internship opportunities in your location (or in an area where you would like to intern). I would also be happy to work with you in seeking an appropriate internship and supervising your for-credit internship work.

http://www.enveng.ufl.edu/awards/internships.asp

http://fig.cox.miami.edu/Info/ESC/intern.html

http://www.ecojobs.com/internships.htm

http://life.bio.sunysb.edu/marinebio/intern99.html
This is really useful with lots of links to centers, programs and internships.

Job Resources

I have chosen the following because they have information about jobs related to environmental and/or coastal policy and coastal management. These are examples of the types of jobs available. But, more than that, this information should stimulate your imagination in terms of careers in which a certificate or a degree in Coastal Management or policy might be an attractive credential to your future employer.

http://www.disl.org/

http://www.itme.org/courses.htm

http://www.wfu.edu/Academic-departments/Environmental-Studies/intern/intern- us.htm
This has lots of job openings!!