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Marine Mammal and Sea Turtle Stranding Program |
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Department Function
Mystic Aquarium & Institute for Exploration responds to strandings along the shores of Connecticut, Rhode Island and Fishers Island, N.Y. A rehabilitation facility is operated for pinnipeds, cetaceans and sea turtles. Internships are offered in this program during peak seasons.
Requirements
Intern should be working toward a degree in marine biology or a related field. A background in marine biology and familiarity with scientific literature desired. Minimum requirement of 30+ hours per week, computer experience, organizational and communication skills, ability to work well with others, motivated and responsible.
Daily Duties
- Work with both live and dead pinnipeds and cetaceans in rehabilitation and in the field. Work may be done under extremely adverse weather conditions
- Assist in the collection of Level A data for the National Marine Fisheries Service
- Assist in rescue and salvage responses
- Participation in post mortem work and necropsies
- Assist in care fore animals during rehabilitation
- Assist in weekly seal physicals
- Coordinate the release of healthy animals
- Completing a project for the stranding program
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