The National Marine Mammal Foundation (NMMF) is offering an internship opportunity to train with our Charleston, South Carolina field team in conducting bottlenose dolphin studies along the South Carolina and Georgia coasts. The internship will involve a commitment of 30-40 hours per week on average extending over a 11-week period. The anticipated start date is June 17, 2019, but we have some flexibility in the start and end date.

Duties will include participation as a member of the field team for boat-based surveys, data entry, and photo-analysis using finFindR and FinBase software. Some regional travel (within driving distance) may be required. The internship offers an excellent opportunity for qualified and motivated individuals to obtain training in photo-ID field and laboratory methods under the mentorship of experienced dolphin researchers.

NMMF will provide a $3000 stipend for the duration of the internship. The intern will be responsible for their own living expenses and transportation to/from the NMMF office. Any required travel outside of the Charleston area will be covered by the NMMF.

Ideal applicants will be advanced undergraduates or recent graduates of a scientifically-oriented university program in marine science, biology, or a related field. Preference will be given to applicants with well-developed computer skills and boat-based field experience.

The internship application consists of a resume, letter of interest, transcripts of university coursework, and two letters of recommendation from professors or research supervisors who are familiar with the applicant’s scholarship, research skills, and work habits relevant to the internship. We anticipate filling this internship position by June 7, 2019.