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Dana Point Ocean Institute

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Fun place, but little upward movement - Anonymous employee Dana Point Ocean Institute Employee Review

3.0
13 Apr 2018
Anonymous employee
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Pros

The job itself was very fun and rewarding. There is nothing better than getting to show kids (and adults) the cool stuff in nature. The location was also tough to beat. You were either out in the hills surrounded by beautiful scenery or looking at the ocean from Dana Point Harbor.

Cons

The organization needs to pay their instructors more. People can't afford to live within a reasonable commuting distance of Dana Point on $12/hr part time.

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5.0
5 Feb 2026
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Pros

So many, but getting to teach marine science to kids from all over California, is my favorite part! Also, the ocean-front campus is so beautiful. I feel lucky coming to work.

Cons

Summers are busy and some times it gets hot in the sun during some experiences. But cooling off in the ocean makes it worth it

1.0
28 Aug 2025
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Location and the lower level employees are so sweet.

Cons

Terrible president and management, the woman president is catty , incompetent and never working, makes sure to hire “yes men” and strategically manipulating the board to keep husbands friends and pay herself top dollar while everyone else suffers at severe below market pay.

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