Dept of Environmental Conservation
625 BroadwayAlbany , NY 12233
E-Mail: Kristen.Dieterle@dec.ny.gov
Division/Unit: Fish and Wildlife
Web Site:
www.dec.ny.gov
Environmental Monitoring (Fish Contaminants) (ID: 107414) for Summer 2019
Agency/Facility
Albany , NY 12233
E-Mail: Kristen.Dieterle@dec.ny.gov
Proposal Information
Description:
Primary duties include electronic entry of historical fish contaminants data (PCBs, mercury, and organochlorine pesticides) so that it may be integrated into the Statewide Fish Contaminants Database. These data are used to assess trends in contaminants and inform both policy and health advisory decisions. Therefore, the intern must have the ability to follow written and verbal instructions with a strict attention to detail. The intern will make determinations about data quality and reliability, determine which data need to be added to the database, and ensure consistency and integrity of the data. Other activities include assisting with various tasks associated with the fish contaminant monitoring program, including fish collection and sample preparation.
Skills:
GIS
MS Access
Fish ID
Field Work
Internship Areas: Environmental Conservation, Scientific Research
Logistical Information
Payment? Unpaid
Number of Hours: 20 - 30
Location: Albany
Number of Interns Needed: 1
Desired Candidate Profile
Preferred Standing Senior
Minimum Standing: Sophomore
Degree Concentrations: Environmental Studies, Natural Science, Physical Science