Welcome, we’re glad you’re here!

Learn about current employment, internship, and volunteer opportunities at the Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center below.

Click here to view employment opportunities at Tampa Bay Watch’s Tierra Verde campus.

Click here to view internship opportunities at Tampa Bay Watch’s Tierra Verde campus.

Current Job Openings

Discovery Center Summer Camp Counselor

Spend the summer facilitating fun marine science-themed activities and exploring Tampa Bay with our campers! Click here to learn more and apply.

Application deadline: April 30, 2024

Discovery Center Boat Captain

We’re looking for reliable boat captains to help us share the Tampa Bay ecosystem with locals and visitors. Click here to learn more and apply.

We review Boat Captain applications on a rolling basis.

Part-Time Guest Services Associate

Join our guest services team to welcome visitors from all over the world to the Discovery Center. Click here to learn more and apply.

We review Guest Services Associate applications on a rolling basis.

Seasonal Internships

The Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center offers a limited number of unpaid internships, which are available to qualified students seeking hands-on field experience. We’re always accepting applications for the next season, so fill out our application form today!

Typical seasons:

September-December (Fall)
January-April (Spring)
May-August (Summer)

Environmental Education Internships

Learn how to develop and teach interactive environmental education programs in the classroom and in our exhibit gallery!

Click here to learn more and apply.

Eco Vessel Environmental Education Internship

Learn how to develop and teach outstanding environmental education programs on the water!

Click here to learn more and apply.

Animal Husbandry Internship

Gain valuable experience caring for a variety of native and non-native species. Did we mention we have two adorable diamondback terrapins?

Click here to learn more and apply!

PR & Marketing Internship

Hybrid position at Tierra Verde and St. Pete Pier

Would you love to use your creative talents to support marine conservation? Help Tampa Bay Watch & the Discovery Center grow awareness of our exhibits, programs, projects and mission!

Click here to learn more and apply.

Graphic Design & Content Creation Internship

Hybrid position at Tierra Verde and St. Pete Pier

Help us communicate our mission through compelling visuals and engaging content!

Click here to learn more and apply.

Volunteer Opportunities

Are you interested in helping the Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center inspire visitors to become better stewards of Tampa Bay through conversation and education? Our Discovery Center on the St. Pete Pier is currently recruiting volunteers to assist with outreach, education, and boat-based eco-tours. Visit our volunteer page or send an email to tbwdcjobs@tampabaywatch.org and tell us a little bit about your interests and availability.