Location: Washington, D.C.
Department: Science
Oceana seeks an intern to assist the Science Division staff on researching seafood issues, including systematics, sustainability, supply chain, and seafood safety. The intern will be expected to review primary and secondary literature, assist with collecting, organizing and analyzing data, and writing reports.
Other duties could include conducting phone interviews, some travel for research, and assisting other Oceana staff as needed. The intern would have opportunities to interact with other ocean advocates and learn conservation principles.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in biology or marine science
- Strong molecular biology or systematics background preferred
- Excellent research, writing, organization and communication skills
- Skill in data analysis and statistics in Microsoft Excel
- Ability to work effectively in a team effort
- Energy, enthusiasm, and a strong desire to learn
- Ability to work independently on discrete projects
Interns should be available to work full- or part- time for 3-6 months. Interns receive a stipend and/or academic credit for their internship.
How to apply
We are currently reviewing applicants for an internship to start as soon as possible or for summer 2013.
Send your cover letter and resume by e-mail to resumes@oceana.org, SUBJECT LINE: Seafood Science Internship; fax 202-833-2070 or mail: Oceana, ATTN: Seafood Intern Resumes, 1350 Connecticut Ave. NW, 5th Floor, Washington, DC 20036. No phone calls please. EOE
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