RESEARCH INTERNS (3-4) needed for projects examining long-term population dynamics of Florida Scrub-Jays in natural and suburban habitats, in south- central Florida. Interns will contribute to many aspects of these projects but their duties will primarily focus on searching for and monitoring nests, conducting periodic censuses of color-banded birds, and habituating young-of-the-year birds for subsequent trapping. In addition, interns may have opportunities assisting in off-site surveys for banded and unbanded scrub-jays, trapping and banding jays, measuring young, counting acorns and arthropods, etc. Interns are expected to devote a minimum of 50% of their time to our long-term projects and to devote the rest of their time to an independent project on some aspect of the ecology of scrub-jays. Internships offer an opportunity for experience in every aspect of scientific research, from project choice and experimental design to oral and written presentations. Applicants should have a very strong interest in birds, natural history and field biology, the ability to work under hot, humid field conditions, and a strong desire to engage in independent research. Internships include room and board and a $100 weekly stipend and expenses associated with their independent project. Opportunities for graduate research leading to MS degrees also exist. Most positions begin in mid-late January and extend through July, but some flexibility exists and at least one position can begin in early-March and extend through September. Applicants should send a letter, in which you indicate your interests and aspiration and why you seek an internship, a resume or CV, a summary of courses and grades and the names and contact information of three references by 1 November 2006, to Dr. Reed Bowman, Avian Ecology Lab, Archbold Biological Station, 123 Main Dr. Venus, FL 33960; (863) 465- 2571 (phone), (863) 699-1927 (fax) or [EMAIL PROTECTED] (e- mail). E-mail applications encouraged. Additional information on these projects can be found at our web site: http://www.archbold- station.org/abs/staff/rbowman/srbowman.htm.
