What You Will Be Doing
Shoreline Champion Events and Conservation Action

• Plan and host Shoreline Champion events that actively reduce plastic and other pollutants from aquatic environments.
• Engage with volunteers, community members, and partners to promote participation in shoreline conservation.
• Collect cleanup data, contributing to national tracking of plastic pollution and informing conservation efforts and policy advocacy.
• Assist with inventory tracking and logistics for cleanup supplies and support impact reporting to demonstrate environmental outcomes.
• Model environmental stewardship practices and help participants understand how cleanup activities connect to broader green-sector career pathways.

Environmental Education and Outreach

• Deliver interactive outreach programming — including the Ocean Wise Sea Dome and other conservation education experiences — in schools, community spaces, and public events.
• Facilitate accessible learning activities focused on ocean health, climate change, marine ecosystems, and individual actions that support environmental protection.
• Support the delivery of additional education initiatives such as AquaClass virtual programs, youth workshops, and community engagement events to extend program reach.
• Create welcoming learning environments for participants of all ages and backgrounds, adapting communication to suit different audiences.

Program Support, Logistics & Administration

• Assist with daily setup and pack-down of outreach equipment, educational materials, and program supplies, ensuring items are cared for and stored properly.
• Support transportation and basic logistics for local outreach activities (e.g., loading/unloading vehicles, preparing materials, completing checklists).
• Complete activity logs, participation counts, cleanup data sheets, and simple reporting tasks to support program evaluation and accountability.

Collaboration, Training & Development

• Work collaboratively with other interns, educators, and community partners to deliver high-quality outreach and conservation programming.
• Participate in training on facilitation, safety, environmental content, equipment use, and inclusive engagement.
• Receive regular mentorship and supervision to build confidence, transferable skills, and experience aligned with green-sector career pathways.

What You Bring

• Interest in working outdoors in a variety of environments (forests, shorelines, parks, and community spaces) and supporting hands-on activities such as basic data collection, cleanup efforts, and field observations.
• Curiosity about environmental issues—including watersheds, marine ecosystems, climate impacts, pollution, and stewardship—and a willingness to learn through training.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a small, field-based team and contribute positively to setup, cleanup, and daily program operations.
• Comfortable engaging with community members, volunteers, and youth in a friendly, informed, and inclusive manner.
• Standard First Aid and a valid Ontario driver’s licence (G class or equivalent) or willingness to obtain them prior to the program start (support available).
• Ability to participate in the physical aspects of outreach and conservation work, including walking, light lifting, varied weather, and waterfront conditions.
• Assets:
  • Standard First Aid certification or willingness to obtain prior to program start.
  • Class G Drivers license.
  • Access to a reliable vehicle.

How You Will Be Measured

• You support smooth, well-organized Shoreline Champion events and help maintain positive relationships with volunteers and partners.
• You contribute accurate cleanup data and activity records to the Ocean Wise Shoreline Litter Database.
• You deliver engaging outreach and education experiences, reflected in participant and community feedback.
• You help achieve program goals, including event delivery targets and meaningful environmental outcomes.
• You follow all safety procedures and help maintain the Sea Dome, vehicles, and outreach equipment in good working condition.

What We Offer

This part-time, 30 hour per week, short-term contract position offers:

• An on-site, team based working environment within communities and schools, with the opportunity to work fully remote when not programming in person.
• An hourly rate of $22.00 per hour in line with market data for not-for-profit organizations
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program from day 1
• 4% pay in lieu of vacation days
• 5 paid sick days
• Paid Statutory and General Holidays each calendar year
• Professional development opportunities
• The opportunity to be part of a team that’s helping to save the ocean!

Due on a rolling basis. 
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