Manta Ray Internship Summer 2011, Hawaii

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Interested in a career in marine science? Participate in our 2-week internship and bolster your CV with valuable research skills and research experience.

The Hawaii Association for Marine Education and Research (HAMER) is offering a Manta Ray Research Internship to undergraduate or recent graduate students pursuing a career in marine biology. While diving alongside these majestic manta rays, interns will work closely with a University of Hawaii Ph.D. graduate to learn valuable field-research methodology while contributing to the protection of Hawaii's largest marine resident.

These graceful giants face serious threats worldwide from direct and indirect fishing, aquarium collection, and other anthropogenic impacts. This much needed research will contribute to the ongoing efforts to understand and protect Hawaii's resident manta ray population.

During your stay in Maui you will:

-Dive alongside Hawaii's largest resident marine species, the manta ray
-Participate in ongoing manta ray and opportunistic marine mammal research
-Receive training, practical experience, and lectures to help develop your skills as a field biologist
-Learn valuable research skills such as:

*Photo-identification of manta rays and marine mammals as a tool for developing and quantifying individual life histories, population densities, site fidelity, and behavior
*Paired-laser photogrammetry for measuring the body size of animals in the field
*Line-transect survey methods used for reef habitat monitoring
*Biopsy sampling for population genetics
*Database management
*Small boat operation, safety, and maintenance

Preference will be given to applicants:

-with a minimum of two-years of college in a science program
-with an "advanced" level dive certification or higher
-who are in good physical condition and capable of lifting 50 lbs
-interested in pursing a career in marine science
-with prior experience in photo-identification and line transect surveys

**due to the highly physical and academic nature of the internship, not all applicants will be eligible

Please contact me for more information and thank you for your interest in protecting Hawaii's largest marine residents.
 
This is a reminder that we still have one spot remaining for our June internship (June 14 - June 28) and two spots for the July internship (July 12 - July 28). You do not need to be enrolled in a college degree but we encourage only those with a strong interest in marine science to apply. Applicants must be avid divers with a minimum of an advanced certification.

The total cost of $1999 includes 3 weeks stay in a 2 bedroom 1 bath, recently renovated home in Napili, Maui. This works out to $95 per night. This internship will provide you with the skills needed to conduct marine field research.
 
Noticed an error in the URL in post #3.

hamerinwhawaii.org
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hamerinhawaii.org (without the extra w in the middle)

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