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:
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Field response & surveys – Monitor Hawaiian monk seals, sea turtles, and seabirds; respond to haul-outs, strandings, and animals of concern.
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Animal care & interventions
– Assist with assessments, disentanglements, rescues, transport, and husbandry of sea turtles at HMAR’s Care Center.
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Research support
– Collect photo ID, behavioral observations, and other data used in conservation and recovery efforts.
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Outreach & education – Share information with the public in the field and at the Care Center to encourage stewardship of Hawaiʻi’s wildlife.
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Dispatch & reporting – Answer hotline calls, coordinate responses, enter data, and generate reports.
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Facility support – Help with cleaning, upkeep, and operations at the HMAR Care Center.
What you’ll gain:
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Practical skills in marine animal conservation and rehabilitation
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Field experience with endangered species
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Training and mentorship from experienced conservation professionals
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Opportunities to connect with the public and make a real impact
Location: Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi
Commitment: 21 hours a week
Requirements:
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Must be at least 18 years old
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Access to a personal vehicle
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Access to a computer with internet
Join us in protecting Hawaiʻi’s monk seals, sea turtles, and seabirds — and build the skills for your future career in marine conservation!
Mahalo,
Taylor Prostor
Animal Care Manager
Hawai‘i Marine Animal Response / Hawai‘i Marine Mammal Alliance
taylor.prostor@h-mar.org
Hotline: (888) 256-9840
Direct: (509) 701-3945
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