This is a paid, part-time, term position with a six-month commitment of 20-25 hours each week.
Core Responsibilities include but are not limited to, data collection from shore and occasionally on a small boat using radio telemetry equipment and making visual observations with spotting scopes. Will record daily re-sights, movement patterns, and forage
observations, on tagged and untagged individual sea otters. A research-based project will be required at the end of the internship.
Desired Skills / Knowledge / Ability / Experience or Education
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Strong Interest in animal behavior, natural history, and marine science/ecology
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Attention to detail
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Ability to multitask
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Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
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Familiarity with ArcGIS and R is a plus
Early submission of applications is encouraged.
The deadline to apply to this opportunity is May 15, 2026.
Housing for this internship is available.
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