Pacific Biodiversity Institute (PBI) offers a full-time, six month position at its satellite office in Anacortes, Washington State. Subject to interest, good performance and the availability of funding, the internship may be extended for a year. If you have recently submitted an internship application to PBI, you do not need to reapply, but simply confirm your interest in this position.
The internship is an opportunity to work directly with our new Executive Director, <http://www.phoebebarnard.com/> Dr. Phoebe Barnard and gain valuable knowledge and skills in key aspects of non-profit organization leadership and conservation science. S/he will assist Dr. Barnard with outreach, partnership development, fundraising, policy development, and organizational management. The intern will help Dr. Barnard in the initial stages of the development of a biodiversity monitoring program and early warning system for the Pacific Northwest. There may be opportunities to learn about and participate in PBI's long-term observation work related to the harbor porpoise locations near the office. S/he will be provided with office space and dorm housing at the Shannon Point Marine Center and a meal stipend of $600/month. This is a good opportunity to gain applied experience in the interface between biodiversity research, citizen science monitoring, education, project management and policy application. Women, minorities and others with detailed knowledge of and a passion for science, nonprofits and the Pacific Northwest coastal/ marine environment are especially encouraged to apply. Unfortunately we can currently only accept US citizens or Green Card holders. Please submit your CV with references, any relevant publications, and a cover letter to <mailto:[email protected]> [email protected]. Deadline for applications: 17:00 (PST), March 1, 2017.
