Audubon Aquarium Rescue, based out of New Orleans, LA is recruiting for a spring intern. Housing and a stipend will be provided. Please see details below or check out the posting on our Facebook page: Audubon Aquarium Rescue<https://www.facebook.com/AudubonAquariumRescue>. Audubon Nature Institute: Audubon Aquarium Rescue Spring 2025 Marine Mammal and Sea Turtle Stranding Internship Position Start and End Dates: February 10th-June 28th (Some flexibility in start and end dates) About the Program: Audubon Aquarium Rescue (AAR) is a conservation program coordinated by Audubon Nature Institute in New Orleans, LA. AAR works in conjunction with The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association, National Marine Fisheries Service, US Fish and Wildlife service, as well as other Northern Gulf of Mexico stranding partners to respond to dolphin, whale, and sea turtle strandings within the state of Louisiana. The main goals of AAR are to enhance stranding response to marine mammals and sea turtles across the state, keep detailed records of these strandings, and to collect and test samples acquired during necropsy and/or response. Intern Responsibilities: The selected candidate will become an integral member of the team and will assist with stranding response, beach surveys, marine mammal and sea turtle necropsies, paperwork, and cleaning. Additional projects may include entering data, vehicle maintenance, and organization/restocking of supplies. Due to the unpredictable nature of strandings, interns are required to be in the office 5 days per week (weekends included), 8 hours a day (with occasional longer hours). This schedule should be considered flexible as one may not exceed 40 hours per week. Most stranded animals reported are dead, beach cast-animals; live animal rehab is possible but should not be expected throughout the duration of the internship. Applicant must: • Be 18 years or older • Preferably a recent college graduate with interest in marine biology or conservation biology • Be physically fit and able to lift at least 50 lb • Can endure unpleasant conditions, extreme temperatures ranging from 40-100 °F, rain, humidity, biting insects, and prolonged exposure to the sun • Possess good communication skills, and the ability to work in group settings or alone • Have experience using Microsoft Office Suite and Google Drive • Ideally have experience driving large vehicles and UTVs Housing/Compensation: Housing and stipend are provided. Application Process: Interested applicants are encouraged to send their cover letter, resume, and dates of availability to gharlamert@auduboninstitute.org no later than January 12th, 2025, to be considered. Preference will be given to those who can stay through the entire internship period. Application review will begin immediately. Nicole Kieda Audubon Aquarium Rescue Audubon Nature Institute Assistant Stranding and Rehab Coordinator Stranding Hotline: 877-942-5343 The not-for-profit Audubon Nature Institute in New Orleans, Louisiana, operates ten parks and museums dedicated to Celebrating the Wonders of Nature. This e-mail and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you are not the intended recipient of this message, please notify the system manager at postmaster@auduboninstitute.org. Please note that the views or opinions represented in this e-mail are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of the Audubon Nature Institute. Finally, you should check this e-mail and any attachments for the presence of viruses. The Institute accepts no liability for any damage caused by any virus transmitted by this e-mail.