Wednesday, September 17, 2025

Fall Intern Announcement Marine Mammal & Sea Turtle Stranding Response 25-005734-0016

 Maryland DNR is looking for a Marine Mammal & Sea Turtle Stranding Response Intern.


The main purpose of this position is to assist the Marine Mammal & Sea Turtle Stranding Response Program with the response to dead, stranded marine mammals and sea turtles in the state of Maryland, including securing and processing tissue samples, collecting morphometric data, documenting the results of field and laboratory examinations, and maintaining the cleanliness of vehicle, laboratory, and field equipment. Additional duties will include those associated with a Sea Turtle Angler Intercept Survey, such as administering surveys and collecting data from recreational anglers, requiring travel to various locations across Maryland’s Western Shore, Eastern Shore, and Atlantic Coast to assess the frequency of sea turtle interactions in recreational fishing industries.


The internship runs 10-12 weeks between November 2025 and January 2026. The specific start/end dates, hours, and schedule are flexible will be determined in collaboration between the intern and supervisor.