Employment & Internship Opportunities

Policy & Science Assistant

Full-time, grant-funded, 2-year position, $42,000/year + benefits

Are you curious about how coastal environmental work actually gets done? Do you want hands-on experience across science, policy, communications, and community engagement, while learning about coastal water quality and habitat issues in Maine?

This is an ideal opportunity for someone early in their career, or pivoting into coastal or environmental work, who wants broad exposure, meaningful responsibility, and the chance to contribute to a nationally recognized estuary program.

What You’ll Do

You’ll work side-by-side with experienced staff and partners. Responsibilities include:

• Supporting projects across all CBEP program areas, from planning to implementation
• Assisting with fieldwork, data collection, and equipment maintenance
• Helping plan and run meetings, events, and educational activities
• Representing CBEP at working groups and partner meetings
• Supporting storytelling and communications, including social media, website updates, and outreach materials
• Assisting with reports, products, and grant reporting to EPA and other funders

For more details and how to apply: https://tinyurl.com/3e4uc6nb

The University of Southern Maine and the University of Maine System are equal opportunity employers and welcome candidates of all backgrounds.