Marine Research Internships are available with Auckland Whale & Dolphin Safari (www.whalewatchingauckland.com), New Zealand Dates: Open year-round. Currently vacant full time (or 2x part-time) positions for May-July/August 2018. The voluntary internship is an excellent opportunity for aspiring marine biologists to gain fieldwork skills, on-water experience from a platform of opportunity and public speaking experience within a successful commercial & research operation. Research is composed of sightings data and photo-identification data collection. Bad weather days are used for data processing and entry. Requirements: - Min. 3 months stay preferred with preference going to those who can stay longer (full-time or part-time volunteer hours available dependent on the number of successful applicants) - Genuine interest, education and motivation in the field of Marine Biology/Ecology and Conservation - Preferable previous experience in marine mammal observation and data collection - Experience in photo-ID desirable - Due to the nature of fieldwork, must be reliable, flexible, hardworking and patient - Be able to work independently and within a small team - Speak fluent English - Be sociable, enthusiastic and have a positive attitude to get on well with our small crew- Must be comfortable working on boats Important: This is an unpaid, volunteer internship. Successful candidates are responsible for all associated costs including travel, visa & insurance, housing and food. How to apply: Please send applications in an email titled Marine Research Internship to Catherine Lea (cat@awads.co.nz) including your CV and a cover letter detailing why you would like to volunteer for Auckland Whale & Dolphin Safari, the dates you would be available and relevant experience. Applications will be examined in order of reception.