*Two internship time periods*: 6 positions available for mid March – mid August and 2 positions for early May – mid August.
*Description*: Interns will learn about medical care of sea turtles and Kemp’s ridley nest conservation. Interns will work in our hospital facility with the general public and be required to give short educational presentations and help care for resident sea turtles. Tasks at the hospital include public education, medical treatment, triaging, calculating dosages, assisting in gift shop and tagging sea turtles. In addition to working at the hospital facility interns will also conduct ATV beach patrols for nesting sea turtles along a 32 mile stretch and remote 7 mile stretch of open beach. Interns also work in nest hatchery and assist with hatchling releases. *Requirements*: Applicants must be studying in or a graduate of biological science at a University or College. Undergrad applicants must be of Junior standing or higher. U.S. citizenship or paperwork to work in the US is required. Applicants must 18 years of age or older and hold a valid driver's license. Passport recommended but not required. Interns must be comfortable working in adverse weather conditions including high winds, direct sunlight, high heat and humidity. Housing provided on South Padre Island with $35 a day stipend. Food and transportation not provided. Personal vehicle is not required on the island. Deadlines For Application: January 1, 2012 for March-August position. February 1, 2011 for May-August position. *How To Apply*: email RESUME & LETTER OF INTEREST to [email protected]. You may also mail applications to: Sea Turtle, Inc. PO Box 3987. South Padre Island, TX. 78597. Please contact Jeff with any questions regarding the internship program via email or call Tuesday-Friday 10am-4pm at (956)761-4511.
