Interns gain experience in teaching, developing curriculum, writing educational materials, conducting educational tours, organizing presentations, and dealing with children. Please see application procedure and list of RC staff. Staff expertise and equipment at MSBG allow research interns to work in systematics, canopy ecology, and collections management. In systematics the interns may conduct research on the taxonomy of orchids, bromeliads, and native Florida species. Applicants for a Research Internship are required to contact any member of the RC staff in advance to indicate intent to work on a research project.
Applicants submit a one page research proposal to an RC staff member.
The research proposal briefly describes the background, objectives, and methodology of a project. Management Internship . Interns studying with the MSBG management team assist the Development and Visitor Services departments. Interns assigned to Development help staff generate revenue and interest in Selby Gardens. Interns learn how to apply for grants and solicit financial support from corporations, the public, and MSBG members.