The Marine Mammal Research Program (MMRP) at the Hawaii Institute of Marine Biology (HIMB), University of Hawaii is seeking a limited number of highly dedicated individuals for summer internship positions. MMRP's scientists primarily study cetacean acoustic sensory systems, specifically hearing, echolocation, and communication with our resident false killer whale (*Pseudorca crassidens*), and 2 bottlenose dolphins (*Tursiops truncatus*). MMRP faculty, staff, and graduate students have backgrounds in psychology, engineering, marine biology, zoology, and oceanography. MMRP collaborates with research groups and animal care facilities all over the world to further our understanding of cetacean sensory systems both in natural and experimental conditions providing valuable information that can be used to mitigate threats to marine mammals. Interns will work directly with and provide essential support to animal care and training staff. Interns will shadow trainers in all aspects of daily care, including food preparation, sanitation, boat and facility maintenance, while assisting in and observing general husbandry, medical procedures, and bio-acoustic research experiments. This opportunity will provide interns with a foundation in animal behavior, animal husbandry, operant conditioning training, and a unique opportunity to gain experience in the highly competitive field of marine mammal science. Interns need to commit to a minimum of 20- 24 hours per week, which can be completed during a combination of full days and/or half days (all beginning at 7am). Each day begins in the fish prep kitchen at 7am at the Kaneohe Bay Marine Corps Base. Positions are probationary and performance based and may be terminated at any point. Start and end dates may be negotiable, however May 15- August 15 (or longer) is preferred. There is no fee for this internship and interns are responsible for their own housing and airfare to Oahu. Some form of personal transportation is preferred. However, there may be opportunities for carpooling with staff to the facility each day and the Oahu bus system is extensive and reliable. Interns are free to seek outside employment on their days off as long as it does not interfere with their commitments to MMRP. Requirements: · Major in psychology, animal science, biology, zoology, or related field is preferred. · Qualified applicants must be able to work in a team environment and have good communication skills. · Work can be physically demanding, interns must be comfortable working in the elements (rain or shine), be able to lift 60 lbs, and be able to swim. · Must provide a minimum of 2 letters of recommendation from college professors and/or from supervisors of related work · Must submit a cover letter describing your short-term and long-term interests and career goals and how they relate to this position, which part of our program interests you most, and how your interests, qualifications, and previous experiences will benefit our program. · Must submit a resume listing your Major, cumulative GPA, Major GPA, expected graduation date, relevant coursework and letter grade received, and any related professional or volunteer experiences. Please submit application materials and any questions via email to Aliza Milette-Winfree: milette@hawaii.edu To be considered: your email subject line *must* read: *last name_Summer 2014 MMRP Application* -- Aliza Milette-Winfree Marine Mammal Research Program Hawai'i Institute of Marine Biology PO Box 1106 Kailua, Hawai'i 96734