Interns are invited to assist the Sea Watch Foundation's (SWF) new project 'Wellbeing for our Seas', which aims to better understand top predators and habitats of Southwest Anglesey and Caernarfon Bay in an exciting new citizen science initiative. The project is based on the picturesque island of Anglesey, North Wales, which due to its natural beauty receives large numbers of visitors during the summer. Interns will gain experience in the following areas: -Conducting land-based surveys for marine mammals -Conducting boat-based line transect and photo ID surveys for marine mammals -Performing photo-identification matching -Data entry -Raising Sea Watch Foundation’s profile locally (organising events, talking to the public, liaising with local stakeholders) -Attending training courses -Creating educational and promotional materials for outreach events and activities Interns are required from early April until the start of November 2024. The season is split into five separate periods lasting 5 and a half weeks. The research periods for the 2024 season are: Period 1: April 10 - May 19 Period 2: May 22- June 30 Period 3: July 3 - August 11 Period 4: August 14 - September 22 Period 5: September 23 - November 1 Interns will be trained in boat survey protocols, and photo-identification of marine mammals but the following skills are advantageous: -Ability to get on well with others in a small team and within shared accommodation in a rural area -Ability to work independently -A strong interest in marine conservation and education -Good IT skills -Good written and verbal communication skills -Willingness to work long hours in very changeable Welsh weather Interns will be based in Bodorgan Estate, Anglesey, North Wales. Accommodation is provided by a private landlord through the rental of a house that interns share at a rate of around £40 per person per week. If you are interested in this position, please contact Jenny Bond at jenny.bond@seawatchfoundation.org.uk with your CV and a cover letter, citing Anglesey Research Intern Application' as your subject. Decisions will be made by 25th February 2024. More information on our Internship Website Page https://www.seawatchfoundation.org.uk/anglesey-internships-4/ For a snapshot of what to expect, why not check out our social media profiles! Facebook: Sea Watch Foundation Anglesey Instagram: @seawatchmon TTwitter (X): @seawatchmon --- Swyddog Allgymorth Er Llesiant ein Môr Wellbeing for our Seas Outreach Officer In partnership with the Bodorgan Estate, part funded by Welsh Government's Landfill Disposals Tax Communities Scheme, administered by WCVA.