*Mote Marine Laboratory*
*Manatee Research Program Internships*
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*Program Description*
The Manatee Research Program studiesseveral aspects of the biology of
manatees inhabiting the waters of southwestern Florida, including
population dynamics, population genetics, habitat use, distributional
patterns and social behavior. Winter field data and samples are
collected using photo-identification and non-invasive genetic sampling
with some habitat sampling. Field work during the winter season is
conducted primarily in Charlotte Harbor and the Ft. Myers area and is
both land and boat based. The long-term database of the program
contributes to management and conservation measurements for Florida
manatees. Additionally, the program collaborates with manatee
researchers throughout the state of Florida and the Caribbean.For more
information about, please visit:
https://mote.org/research/program/manatee-research.
*WE ARE CURRENTLY SEEKING INTERNS TO BEGIN IN JANUARY 2018, WITH
APPLICATIONS DUE BY SEPTEMBER 1^ST
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*Internship Description*
Internships are available during all four seasons and must be a MINIMUM
of 12 weeks.Hours are typically Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm, although some
longer days may be required for field work (especially during the winter
season).
Interns should expect to spend about 20% of their time in the field and
about 80% of their time in the office/lab.Field work duties include
assisting with data collection (which consists of photographing
manatees, as well as recording behavioral observations and environmental
conditions), boat handling, and equipment use and maintenance. Field
work requires spending long hours in the field, sometimes in
uncomfortable weather conditions. Office/Lab duties include data entry
and database maintenance, image downloading and processing, matching
images to known animals, creating representative sketches from images
for searching, equipment maintenance, as well as miscellaneous tasks and
errands.
There is no financial compensation for these internship positions, and
successful applicants will be responsible for their own living and
transportation expenses. Shared housing opportunities near Mote Marine
Laboratory may be available. A few scholarships may be available from
Mote Marine Laboratory through a competitive application process (US
citizens only).
*Required Qualifications*
* Minimum of 18 years of age and engaged in or recently completed
undergraduate studies
* A background or degree in Biology, Marine Biology, Ecology, Zoology,
or a related field is preferred
* Basic computer proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and
Access); previous experience using ArcMap GIS is a plus but not required
* Excellent communication skills; fluent in English
* Must be physically able to stand for long periods of time and lift
heavy objects
* Knowledge of photography/SLR camera use and/or drawing skills are a plus
* Desire and willingness to acquire knowledge and skills related to
marine mammal field work and capable of working well as a team
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*To apply for a Manatee Research Program internship:*
* Fill out an application form at Mote Marine Laboratory’s website
(https://mote.org/research/internships/college-internship-program-overview)
and be sure to select “Manatee Research Program” as your first choice
* Complete and provide to Mote’s intern office all other application
materials including: a statement of interest, current college
transcript, letter of recommendation, and /curriculum vitae
/(incomplete applications will not be considered)
Applicants may contact the Manatee Research Program’s intern
coordinator, Christina Nau, ([email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>) with
questions regarding the internship.
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Christina Nau
Manatee Research Program
Mote Marine Laboratory
1600 Ken Thompson Parkway
Sarasota FL 34236
Phone: (941) 388-4441 ext. 471
[email protected]
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