The Environmental Institute of Houston is seeking a dedicated intern to assist with collection, entry and analysis of bottlenose dolphin population and health data in Galveston Bay, Texas. The position will entail a combination of field and office work during May – August 2021 (start and end dates may be flexible to accommodate school schedules).   Previous wildlife management and/or marine mammal coursework, field and photo-identification experience are highly desirable.

Salary:  $1,200 per month (temporary full-time, not benefits eligible)

Education requirements:  Bachelor’s degree in marine/wildlife/conservation biology, ecology, or similar field.

COVID-19 NOTICE: Candidate must be willing to follow applicable covid-19 protocols to keep themselves and their team members safe and be prepared to potentially work virtually for a portion of internship duties.

The qualified candidate must:

-Commit to a full time Monday through Friday work schedule and maintain flexibility for potentially long field days and occasional weekend work.
-Provide own lodging and transportation for office located in the Clear Lake area of Houston, TX.
-Have the ability to carefully follow instructions, work independently on sometimes tedious tasks and pay close attention to detail.
-Have the ability to work long field days on a small boat in Texas heat, often in inclement or challenging conditions.
-Be experienced and comfortable using word, data and image processing software including Microsoft Office and Adobe products.
-Be willing to occasionally work on other environmental research related projects at EIH.
-Provide contact information for three references (from a faculty member, advisor or employer).
-Pass a criminal background and motor vehicle background check prior to hiring.