U.S. Navy Marine Mammal Program Veterinary Lab and Clinical Research Internship - Internship Description The animal care staff of the U.S Navy Marine Mammal Program (MMP) and National Marine Mammal Foundation are looking for individuals enthusiastic about the care of bottlenose dolphins and California sea lions to participate in a 15-week internship. The internship will focus on the two key elements of Vetlab’s daily work; the daily veterinary care of Navy marine mammals and the record keeping and biological sample submission in support of the animal’s care. The internship will be held in San Diego, CA. Work performed in support of record keeping and biologic sample submission. Responsibilities include: Assist in the daily maintenance and clean-up of the marine mammal hospital and medical equipment. Assist in preparation and performance of animal care procedures. Assist in processing and archiving of biologic specimens such as blood, urine, feces, etc. Assist in medical data entry. Assist in preparing specimens for lab analysis and shipment. Assist in the collection, processing, and recording of environmental data. Assist with on-going research projects as assigned. Research scientific articles. Prepare and deliver a presentation regarding some aspect of the interns stay at the MMP. Applicants for this position should have the following qualifications: *Passion and enthusiasm for animal care, strong attention to detail, and a creative can-do attitude while working in a team environment. *Personal computer skills including data entry and word processing. *Applicants for the position must be a U.S. citizen, have a valid driver’s license, have proof of health insurance, be able to carry 25 lbs, and be comfortable working on piers or boats and around the water. Applicants should submit the following materials: 1) A cover letter/statement outlining the applicant's goals and interests in the area of marine mammal care 2) A current resume 3) Three references with email and phone numbers If you would like to learn more about the NMMP, I encourage you to visit our website at www.spawar.navy.mil/sandiego/technology/mammals/. Please forward all application materials to the address listed below or fax it to (619) 553-2678. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact Erika Putman at (619) 767-4100, or email at nmmp_intern@spawar.navy.mil -- Celeste Benham Parry Research Coordinator and Laboratory Manager National Marine Mammal Foundation U.S. Navy Marine Mammal Program celeste.parry@nmmf.org Office phone: (619) 553-1346 (main) or (619) 767-4004 (lab) Cell phone: (858) 775-2365 <http://www.facebook.com/nmmf.org>