10-Mar-17 10:53 PM
URL: http://www.campemeraldbay.org/emerald-bay/marine-science
Affiliation: non-MATE
Company / Organization: ?Pennington Marine Science Center
City: Santa Catalina Island, CA
Application Deadline: 14-Apr-17
Duration: August 20 - November 20, 2017
Description:

Marine Science Education and Aquarist Interns report to the Director of the Pennington Marine Science Center and work closely with the full time Marine Biologist and Educator. Interns learn about and assist in the husbandry of temperate marine fish and invertebrates, maintain the appearance of exhibits, monitor the life support systems, perform exhibit interpretation, as well as participate in the accessions and deaccessions of specimens for the collection. We conduct multiple dives each week and interns have the opportunity to gain hands on experience operating small boats. Interns will also receive training as PSI-PCI Fill Station Operators, Cylinder Hazmat Handling and Divers Alert Network (DAN) Diving Emergency Management Providers. The skills acquired during the internship prove to be invaluable in a number of careers including public aquariums, informal science education, scientific diving and aquaculture. As with other camp staff, interns are expected to assist with other camp duties as assigned such as resetting campsites. Staff t-shirts are provided and required to be worn while on duty.

The Pennington Marine Science Center is owned and operated by the Western Los Angeles County Council of the Boy Scouts of America. The camp at Emerald Bay is located near the West end of Santa Catalina Island. During the week, Mountain and Sea Adventures, utilizes the facilities for outdoor education programs. On weekends, the camp is used by groups such as the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, YMCA or the Sierra Club. In addition to the marine science center, camp may offer environmental education, ceramics, archery, shooting sports, mountain biking, kayaking, canoeing, scuba and snorkeling activities to support our mission to teach leadership, ethics and stewardship to participants. All told we host more than 7,000 visitors annually.

These activities, among others provide unparalleled opportunities for adventure to camp staff on the West end far from the bustling tourist destination of Avalon is a 90 minute drive away. The nearest town is Two Harbors, with about 100 year round residents, and is a half hour drive on dirt roads. Applicants must take into consideration our isolated location since it’s very difficult to “run into town” for anything, and while there is one general store, the emphasis must be placed on “general”. Creature comforts may not be readily accessible, but the island’s spectacular beauty and atmosphere more than make up for any lack of modern conveniences.

Requirements:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

? Husbandry of temperate marine fish and invertebrates

? Maintaining the appearance of exhibits

? Animal diet preparation and feeding

? Water Quality monitoring and testing

? Assist with the collection of specimens for exhibits using S.C.U.B.A, hook and line or other methods

? Life Support system monitoring and maintenance

? Interpretation of exhibits to weekend groups

? Record keeping

? Facilitation of group tours

? Public Speaking

? Other duties as assigned such as general maintenance of campsites, mail runs or assisting kitchen staff

Application Instructions: If interested, please send cover letter, resume and unofficial transcripts to the Director of the Pennington Marine Science Center. Questions regarding the position should be directed to David Chan using the contact information listed below. Contact Information: David Chan, Director Pennington Marine Science Center 1 Cove Road Avalon, CA 90704 1-310-510-1795 ext 36 penningtonmsc@gmail.com

Point of Contact: David Chan
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