Spring Internship - Northcoast Marine Mammal Center
The Northcoast Marine Mammal Center in Crescent City, CA, is seeking applicants for several internships in marine mammal stranding response and rehabilitation. Internships are 3-6 months, unpaid, and no housing is provided. Applicants will be living and working in Crescent City, CA. The spring term (Harbor Seal Pupping Season) is the busiest and most "hands-on" term at NMMC. The spring term begins on or around March 4th. There are three internships available. Interns will have the opportunity to participate in: * marine mammal rescue and release * marine mammal health assessment * food preparation and feeding patients * wound care and medication administration * observing surgery and necropsy * cleaning pens, pools, kennels and hospital facility Qualifications: * must be at least 19 years old. * must be enrolled or have graduated from an undergraduate or graduate program in a related field. * must be physically fit with the ability to lift 50lbs and walk long distances on the beach in adverse conditions such as hot and cold temperatures, humidity, rain, and wind. * must be willing to work 5 days a week including evenings, weekends, and holidays. * must be self-motivated, articulate, mature, reliable, and responsible. Should work well independently as well as with a team. * must possess a valid driver's license. * must have experience with Microsoft Office; Word and Excel. * if the intern intends to receive university credit for their internship, they are responsible for making all arrangements with their educational institution. * this is an unpaid position with no housing provided. All interns are responsible for obtaining housing and transportation. A vehicle is preferred as public transportation is very limited and will not allow for participation in rescues which can occur on short notice. To Apply: please include the following and submit via email to [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>. Incomplete submissions will not be considered. * A cover letter that includes the internship start date and preferred term length (3-month minimum). * A current curriculum vitae/resume. * Three reference contacts for individuals familiar with the applicant's academic/professional performance.
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