Hi Marmam. I would like to post the following internship information. Marine Life Studies Marine Mammal Research Internship: Monterey Bay, California
Background: Marine Life Studies (MLS) is a non-profit organization focussed on the research, education, and conservation of marine mammals that inhabit the waters of the Pacific Northwest. Our main study area is Monterey Bay, located along the Central California Coast. Monterey Bay is a dynamic temperate ecosystem fed by warm currents from the south, and cold water from the California Current to the north. The Monterey Canyon provides a unique ecosystem for many deep water species as well. Over 36 species of cetacean use Monterey Bay, which makes it one of the best places in the world to view cetaceans. Research: For over ten years MLS researchers have been recording and studying marine mammals in this area. Currently we are conducting a study on the distribution, occurrence, population dynamics, foraging, and overall ecology of the numerous toothed cetacean species that visit or use the bay The main species we are studying are: killer whales (Orcinus orca), Rissos dolphin (Grampus griseus), bottlenose dolphin (Tursiops truncatus), Pacific white-sided dolphin (Lagenorhynchus obliquidens), Common dolphin (Delphinus sp.), and northern right whale dolphins (Lissodelphis borealis). Our interns will aid our researchers in collection of data in the field during dedicated marine mammal surveys, and the compiling and analysing the data in our office. Interns will have the ability to work and learn in a dynamic environment with MLS marine mammal scientists. Where: Monterey Bay, California USA When: Starting July and August 2018. Note one month is the minimum allotted time for the position. Fieldwork: All field work is conducted aboard our MLS research vessel. Interns must be able to be physically fit and able to spend long hours at sea. The bay opens into the Pacific Ocean and weather conditions can vary from calm sunny days to rough seas. Sea sickness is also a common issue for many that have not spent time in offshore waters. Surveys last anywhere from 4-12 hours. Data Analysis: After trips data is compiled daily. Foul weather days are spent in office working on data. Interns will work with Microsoft Excel, R Statistical programming, Arc GIS, and photo-identification software. Requirements: Currently in a university or college program related to biology, ecology, geography, environmental science, or ocean sciences. Strong English skills and writing. Able to work long days Familiar with Microsoft Excel Knowledge of marine mammals and a background in photo-identification Work well with others and be part of a team ** This is a non-paid internship and housing is not provided. A minimum of one month is required. To apply: please email CV and cover letter to MLS research coordinator Josh McInnes, jmcin...@uvic.ca _______________________________________________ MARMAM mailing list MARMAM@lists.uvic.ca https://lists.uvic.ca/mailman/listinfo/marmam
