Aloha, Interested in a career in marine animal conservation? Hawaiʻi Marine Animal Response (HMAR) is offering Field Operations Program (FOP) internships where you’ll gain hands-on experience protecting Hawaiʻi’s endangered and threatened marine species. What you’ll do as an FOP Intern: * Field response & surveys – Monitor Hawaiian monk seals, sea turtles, and seabirds; respond to haul-outs, strandings, and animals of concern. * Animal care & interventions – Assist with assessments, disentanglements, rescues, transport, and husbandry of sea turtles at HMAR’s Care Center. * Research support – Collect photo ID, behavioral observations, and other data used in conservation and recovery efforts. * Outreach & education – Share information with the public in the field and at the Care Center to encourage stewardship of Hawaiʻi’s wildlife. * Dispatch & reporting – Answer hotline calls, coordinate responses, enter data, and generate reports. * Facility support – Help with cleaning, upkeep, and operations at the HMAR Care Center. What you’ll gain: * Practical skills in marine animal conservation and rehabilitation * Field experience with endangered species * Training and mentorship from experienced conservation professionals * Opportunities to connect with the public and make a real impact Location: Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi Commitment: 21 hours a week Requirements: * Must be at least 18 years old * Access to a personal vehicle * Access to a computer with internet 🔗 Apply now: h-mar.org/jointheteam<https://h-mar.org/jointheteam/> Join us in protecting Hawaiʻi’s monk seals, sea turtles, and seabirds — and build the skills for your future career in marine conservation! Mahalo, [cid:0fb2e741-6638-4e7d-8651-92df4761fcf2] Taylor Prostor Animal Care Manager Hawai‘i Marine Animal Response / Hawai‘i Marine Mammal Alliance taylor.prostor@h-mar.org<mailto:jon.gelman@h-mar.org> Hotline: (888) 256-9840 Direct: (509) 701-3945 See our latest impact report HERE<https://h-mar.org/3d-flip-book/hmar-2023-impact-report/> Browse our WEBSITE<http://h-mar.org/>
