Last call SPRING Internship w/housing stipend The Northcoast Marine Mammal Center in Crescent City, California, is seeking applicants for several internships in marine mammal stranding response and rehabilitation. $1000 housing stipend available. Internships are a minimum of 12 weeks, with longer commitments encouraged. 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. There are three spring internships available. Interns will participate in:
* marine mammal rescue and health assessment * food preparation and feeding patients * wound care and medication administration * blood draw and subcutaneous fluid administration * observing surgeries and necropsies * cleaning pens, pools, kennels and hospital facility * fundraising events and special projects Qualifications: * 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, reliable, and responsible * must 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 * interns are responsible for making all arrangements with their educational institution for university credit This is an unpaid position with no housing provided, however, we do offer a $1000 housing stipend (3 pymts of $333) for 2 of our spring internships on a first come first serve basis . 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 frequently happen on short notice. Application Deadline: February 7, 2020 Internship Start Date: March 2, 2020 To Apply: please include the following and submit via email to [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>. Incomplete submissions will not be considered. No phone calls or faxes please. * a cover letter that includes preferred term length (3-month minimum with longer time commitments encouraged) * a current curriculum vitae/resume * three references familiar with the applicant's academic/professional performance Karen Helms, Executive Director Northcoast Marine Mammal Center 424 Howe Drive, Crescent City, CA 95531 Office: (707) 465-6265 | Direct: (425) 444-1386 www.NorthCoastMMC.org<http://www.NorthCoastMMC.org> [NMMC-Logo[web]]
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