Monterey Bay Aquarium · 2 weeks ago
Kelp Forest Ecology Research Internship
Monterey, California, United States
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$18/hr - $18/hrMonterey Bay Aquarium is dedicated to conservation and research, particularly in understanding and addressing the decline of kelp forests. The internship position will involve conducting laboratory assays and participating in field observations through scientific scuba diving to support research on kelp forest recovery.
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Responsibilities
Conduct laboratory assays, including sea urchin dissections
Perform data entry and quality control
Support the organization and coordination of logistics for day-to-day field activities
Maintain a functioning laboratory and adhere to laboratory safe operating procedures
Maintain scientific sampling equipment used in the laboratory
Participate in scuba-based data collection at depths less than 70 feet
Contribute to the development of technical reports
Qualification
Required
At least 18 years of age
Current or recent student at an accredited college, university, tech, or trade school
Must be a student during the term immediately preceding the internship opportunity (not to exceed 1-year education gap)
Must be in good academic standing
Six-month commitment of 3 full days each week (no weekends) for approximately 24 hours/week
Must have or obtain a valid California's driver's license within one month of starting the internship
Current First Aid, CPR, and Oxygen Administration certification/training
Minimum 60 logged dives in cold water (experience diving in kelp forests is preferred)
Knowledge of kelp forest taxonomy and species identification, specifically marine invertebrates and algae
Selected applicants must provide a letter of reciprocity (LOR) from a participating AAUS institution certifying qualification as a Scientific Research Diver prior to employment
Preferred
Experience through coursework conducting research in a laboratory setting
Nitrox certification is preferred
Willingness to spend up to 8 hours at a time at sea in small boats conducting scientific diving operations
Willingness to conduct 3 scientific dives in cold water (average water temperatures is 52 degrees F) per day
Able to lift up to 50 lbs and walk a short distance over hilly terrain
Strong interest in marine ecology
Detail-driven and highly organized, with proven ability to multitask, make effective decisions, and work independently with minimal oversight
Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to work effectively with colleagues
Familiarity with basic data management and analysis using R is a plus
Company
Monterey Bay Aquarium
The Monterey Bay Aquarium is a non-profit public aquarium located in Monterey, California, United States.
Founded in 1984
501-1000 employees
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