The Northcoast Marine Mammal Center in Crescent City, California, is accepting applications for Summer internships in marine mammal rescue and rehabilitation. Internships are 12-14 weeks. The internships are unpaid but include a $750 stipend, paid in 3 installments. Applicants will live and work in Crescent City.

Intern duties include:

marine mammal rescue and health assessment
diet preparation and feeding
wound care and medication administration
blood draw and subcutaneous fluids if interested
observing surgical procedures and necropsies if interested
cleaning enclosures, pools, and kennels daily
facility/equipment maintenance and cleaning tasks
fundraising events and special projects
engaging with the public in our gift shop
additional tasks as assigned

Requirements:

junior or senior in college/university, or recent graduate, actively pursuing a career in marine biology, conservation, zoology, or veterinary
physically fit with the ability to lift 50lbs and hike long distances in adverse conditions
available to work 5 days a week including evenings, weekends, and holidays
self-motivated, articulate, reliable, and responsible
works well independently and in a team
must possess a valid driver’s license
must have experience with Microsoft Office, Word and Excel

Preferred Qualifications, but not required:

previous experience in a marine mammal field
previous experience working with the public

Additional Information:

interns are responsible for making all arrangements with their educational institution for university credit.
this is an unpaid position with no housing provided, however, we do offer a $750 housing stipend (in 3 payments)
all interns are responsible for their own housing and transportation
a vehicle is preferred as public transportation is very limited and will not allow for participation in rescues which often take place on short notice
internship requires a minimum commitment of 12 weeks
term begins on June 1^st

To Apply: please include the following and submit via email to volunteer@northcoastmmc.org. Incomplete submissions will not be considered. No phone calls or faxes please.

a cover letter that includes term start date
a current curriculum vitae or resume
three references familiar with the applicant's academic/professional performance

Karen Helms, Executive Director

Northcoast Marine Mammal Center

424 Howe Drive, Crescent City, CA 95531

Office: (707) 465-6265 | Direct: (425) 444-1386