Job Description
Location
The Coast Explorer Internship is based in London and Kent. The successful intern will primarily work from The Crown Estate’s St James’s Market office and Kent Wildlife Trust Group’s office near Maidstone. Travel across Kent will be required at times. Induction, training, and work will be a combination of online, office, and field activities.
Duration
This is a full-time fixed-term internship (37.5 hours per week) running from 15th June to 11th December 2026.
The Opportunity
The Coast Explorer Internship Programme offers a unique opportunity for individuals passionate about the marine environment. Funded by The Crown Estate and project managed by Adonis Blue Environmental Consultants (Kent Wildlife Trust Group), the programme is run in partnership with Vattenfall and Canterbury City Council.
The intern will gain skills, knowledge, and experience across marine conservation, climate change, renewable energy, social sustainability, seabed leasing, and marine planning.
Key Responsibilities and Skills Development
- Conducting research projects and communicating outcomes
- Learning about renewable energy development and environmental challenges
- Participating in scientific surveys and using GIS technology
- Understanding environmental casework and delivering marine awareness activities
- Developing teamwork, creativity, leadership, communication, problem-solving, and positivity
- Building professional networks across different sectors
Past interns have successfully transitioned into roles such as Marine Conservation Officers, Marine Consultants, Coastal Surveyors, GIS Officers, and Environmental Instructors.
What We Are Looking For
- Passion and enthusiasm for a career in the marine sector
- Good understanding of current marine issues
- Experience working or volunteering in marine or environmental sectors
- Strong communication and networking skills
- Organised, self-motivated, and comfortable working both remotely and in teams
- Willingness to learn and develop professionally