Marine Laboratory Internship (2016)

The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) is aprivate not-for-profit organization dedicated to the conservation of coastalhabitats and aquatic resources on Sanibel and Captiva and in the surroundingwatershed (http://marinelab.sccf.org). TheSCCF Marine Laboratory is a member of NAML/SAML and the Florida Institute ofOceanography (FIO) and has 6 resident staff, two of whom are Ph.D. Research Scientists.The SCCF is a drug-free workplace.

Description:  The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation(SCCF) Marine Laboratory, situated on Tarpon Bay in the J.N. “Ding” DarlingNational Wildlife Refuge is seeking an energetic and hardworking intern who is lookingfor hands-on experience in marine and estuarine research. We are looking fordetail-oriented individuals who will assist on research projects. The internwill gain direct experience working with lab staff to determine the influencesof disturbances on estuarine and coastal ecosystems of southwest Florida. Theintern will develop an independent project with guidance from the Lab’sDirector and staff with submission of a written work plan and a presentation toa scientific audience; http://marinelab.sccf.org/research/intern-research-projects/.Preference will be given to applicants considering the field of marine scienceas a career.

Requirements:  Applicantsshould have a strong undergraduate background in the aquatic and/or marinesciences, including additional coursework in biological, physical, chemical, orrelated sciences. The intern must be able to swim in water of varioustemperatures and have a mask, fins, booties and a snorkel for field work. Thecandidate will be evaluated by the strength of undergraduate curriculum,academic metrics, and relevant research experience. The successful applicantwill be required to participate in daily work at the lab, sometimes involvinglong hours (potentially evenings or weekends), often under difficult fieldconditions (must be able to lift 50 lbs.). The intern should also be preparedto work in subtropical conditions, including typical south Florida’s hot andhumid conditions.

Stipend:  Aweekly stipend of $200/week plus on-island housing is provided, along withlimited travel support for relocation.

Eligibility: Recent graduates with B.S. from auniversity are encouraged to apply.

Please send: 1) a cover letter; 2) resume/CV with a summaryof relevant coursework; 3) transcripts (unofficial are acceptable); 4) contactinformation for two references whom we may contact to: emilbran@sccf.org; orto: Dr. Eric Milbrandt, Director, SCCF Marine Lab, 900A Tarpon Bay Rd.,Sanibel, FL 33957.

Starting Date: January 11, 2016