SEACR MARINE RESEARCH INTERNSHIPS – SUMMER 2013
The Society for Ecological and Coastal Research - SEACR - is a non-profit
organization, established in 1998, dedicated to scientific research on the
ecology of near-shore marine systems. SEACR is sponsoring several long-term
ongoing research projects on gray whale ecology in Clayoquot Sound, British
Columbia, Canada. The projects are organized and run by members of the Whale
Research Lab of the University of Victoria, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
(http://www.geog.uvic.ca/whalelab/).
INTERNSHIPS
Enthusiastic individuals with a keen interest in nature and science are invited
to discover the challenges of marine field research along Canada's coastal
rainforest through SEACR's Marine Research Intern Program!
MRIP is a volunteer program where Research Interns assist experienced and
dedicated marine biologists and ecologists with their field research. Through
MRIP, Research Interns will live and work at a remote research field-station in
the coastal rainforest of Clayoquot Sound, British Columbia, to aid researchers
with ongoing field research related to coastal and marine ecology.
Internships are offered on a competitive basis, at cost and provide invaluable
exposure to boat based field work, the Pacific coastal ocean environment,
marine mammal research, intensive training and mentoring in marine ecology, and
encouragement to work and play hard!
We are offering 2 or 4 week Marine Research Internships from June 1rst to
August 30th 2013. There is no deadline to apply. However, approved applications
are reviewed and accepted on a first-come, first serve basis and spaces are
quite limited.
2 Week Option: June 1-June 15, June 16-June 30, July 17-July 31,
August 1-August 15, August 16-August 30
4 Week Option: June 1-June 30, July 17-August 14, or August 1-30
QUALIFICATIONS
This internship is an excellent opportunity for an individual working toward a
career in marine science to gain practical experience in the field. Ideal
candidates possess a personal interest in marine ecology and a commitment to
conservation research.
Marine research is difficult and challenging work, so being a Research Intern
is not for everyone! Those who wish to participate in MRIP must be in good
physical health, especially free of back and leg injuries, as the field hours
(in the boat and in the lab) can be long - though very satisfying! This is not
a program that certifies individuals in field research. It is, however, an
experience that delivers a unique opportunity for education, development of
field ecology research skills, travel, and enjoyment of wildlife.
THE RESEARCH ENVIRONMENT
Flores Island is the home of the Ahousaht First Nations peoples and is nestled
in world-famous Clayoquot Sound, in the Pacific Coast rainforest. Flores is an
excellent place to learn about marine ecology and the study of nature. Along
with learning field and technical skills during the course of work, when the
opportunity arises Research Interns may engage in informal talks with graduate
students, take hikes along the Wild Side Trail, have beach campfires, and
interact with the Ahousaht First Nations peoples. Professors from the
University of Victoria, local scientists and previous MRIP researchers will be
frequent visitors to the field research station.
Flores Island's natural beauty, sandy beaches, and abundant wildlife will keep
you enthralled. Being here is the experience of a lifetime.
APPLICATION PROCESS & COSTS
To qualify as a candidate for the MRIP, see the pre-application process on our
website: http://whalelab.geog.uvic.ca/MRIPapply
Unlike many other volunteer internship opportunities, SEACR provides and
organizes the room and board for our interns at cost. The internship package
includes basic accommodations and three meals per day at the research station.
Interns and research staff live together and are responsible for cooking and
cleaning duties. Rooms are shared with at least one other person. The
internship costs do not include transportation to and from the research camp on
Flores Island, personal items, or special dietary requirements. A
non-refundable $500 deposit is required upon acceptance to MRIP.
Two week Internship - $ 2200 Cdn
Four week Internship - $ 3400 Cdn
If you are interested in applying for a position, please see the details of our
application process on our http://whalelab.geog.uvic.ca/MRIPapply
Questions regarding the MRIP application or internships can be directed by
email to: whale...@gmail.com
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Society for Ecological and Coastal Research
P.O. Box 35052
Victoria, British Columbia
CANADA V8T 5G2
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