25-Jan-21 11:08 AM
URL: http://BCleanWater.org
Affiliation: non-MATE
Company / Organization: Barnstable Clean Water Coalition
Type: College/University Internships
City: Osterville
State or Country if outside US: MA
Application Deadline: 26-Feb-21
Duration: 12-14 weeks
Description:

Interns assist with the care of oysters and maintenance of upweller tank located on Hyannis Harbor. In addition, interns will be involved with water quality and marine invasive species monitoring programs at several locations in the town of Barnstable. Duties include, but are not limited to: • Assist with the daily care of oysters at off-site upweller tank on Hyannis Harbor. • Sort and track growth of oysters. • Clean and maintain upweller and equipment. • Collect and analyze water samples from upweller and harbor. • Data entry and processing of oyster and water quality data in Excel. • Assist with community outreach and education on oysters and water quality. • Assist with other water sampling programs and marine invasive species monitoring. • Assist BCWC staff with other duties as needed.

Requirements:

• Internship is open to students or recent graduates, 18 years or older, currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a college or university with a major/degree in marine/environmental science, ecology, biology, or related disciplines. • Knowledge of shellfish aquaculture and water quality monitoring. • Ability to work independently and with a team. • Comfortable communicating with people of all ages. • Ability to lift and move 50 pounds. • Strong written and verbal communication skills. • Comfortable working outside in all conditions. Interns must provide own housing and transportation.

Point of Contact: Heather D. Rockwell
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