The Sea Search group conducts research on marine megafauna, primarily whales and dolphins, in southern Africa. Our research covers a wide range of topics from understanding habitat use and ecological relationships in a changing climate to behavioural acoustics. Our primary focus is the production of peer-reviewed scientific research and student training. In addition, we engage in a number of education and outreach activities. The Sea Search Research and Conservation intern programme is aimed at students and graduates looking for medium to long-term placements to develop analytical skills, conduct student projects or short theses and experience active field work and data analysis in the field of cetacean research. We have placements available from September 2018 to May 2019 for periods of at least 2 months. We study a range of species and students/interns would be involved in processing and analysis of (an) appropriate datasets. Fieldwork during this period will focus on feeding groups of humpback whales and endangered humpback dolphins, but the study area has a very diverse species list and data are collected from all encountered cetaceans. Interns will form part of a highly motivated team and will be involved in many Sea Search activities during their stay, including outreach and education activities. Requirements: People with a background in biology and some prior relevant experience (photography, passive acoustics, boat skills) would be preferred, although all training will be given. Interns must have a mature attitude to their work and be prepared to work long days and occasional weekends. There is a monthly cost associated with this programme which includes accommodation, training and fieldwork. Interns who stay through December 2018 will have the opportunity to attend the African Bioacoustics Community Conference for a small additional fee https://africanbioacoustic.wixsite.com/abcommunity. If you are interested in these placements, please contact info@seasearch.co.za for further information or look at our websites and social media sites: www.seasearch.co.za https://www.facebook.com/seasearch/ https://www.facebook.com/NamibianDolphinProject/ https://www.facebook.com/africanbioacousticscommunity/ Many Thanks! Erin Church Sea Search Research and Conservation 4 Bath Road Muizenberg 021 788 1206