USGS Patuxent Wildlife Research Center
Internship Opportunity
Dr. Diann Prosser at the USGS Eastern Ecological Science Center is seeking 2-3 highly motivated students to work as interns on a project to monitor the reproductive success of local tern species. Interns will gain valuable hands-on experience with capture, banding, and other field techniques.
Interested applicants must be:
· Able to commit to a fulltime working schedule from approximately mid May through early August (happy to accommodate semester end dates)
· Committed to working long hours in adverse weather conditions
· Eager to learn and adapt to unique challenges of field work
· Willing and able to handle wild animals
· Able to work well in a team setting
A $2,500 stipend will be provided for this position
To apply please email pwrc_intern@usgs.gov with a cover letter and resume combined as a single file. Please include “summer intern” in the email subject line.
Applications accepted immediately and reviewed as received!
Due no later than 5 PM Monday, February 12th.
Apply early for best chance of selection