Summer Science Internship Program

Experience conservation work in The Bahamas

Intern with us!

The Bahamas National Trust hosts two science interns each summer. This program is available only to Bahamian students in college or university who are majoring in Biology, Environmental Science, or related fields. During this internship, selected individuals will be given a chance to experience various aspects of working in the area of natural sciences in The Bahamas.

Interns will be able to:

  • learn 100 organisms (plants and animals) found in The Bahamas
  • travel to and assist with research on at least one Family Island
  • assist with collecting data in the national parks
  • much more!

Students must be self-motivated, able to work alone and on a team, have an interest in the Bahamian environment, and have an open mind.

For further information please email: science@bnt.bs

2023 Internship Conditions

We are looking for three (3) interns, both on the island of New Providence. Successful applicants should expect to learn about conservation in The Bahamas, including organism identification (class time) and hands-on experiences (field work). Opportunities for travel to Family Islands to assist with research MAY be available depending on funding and other factors.

The 2023 Summer Science Internship will run from July 3rd to July 28th, 2023. Dates, workload, and number of internship opportunities available are all subject to change, and preference will be given to applicants who have completed at least two years of tertiary education.