Dept of Environmental Conservation
625 BroadwayAlbany , NY 12233
E-Mail: yu.chen@dec.ny.gov
Phone: (518) 402-8970
Division/Unit: Fish & Wildlife/Ecosystem Health
Web Site:
www.dec.ny.gov
Laboratory and field studies Internship (ID: 107488) for Summer 2019
Agency/Facility
Albany , NY 12233
E-Mail: yu.chen@dec.ny.gov
Phone: (518) 402-8970
Proposal Information
Description:
The Hale Creek Field Station in Gloversville, NY is managed by the Bureau of Ecosystem Health, Division of Fish and Wildlife, and is the facility for DEC's Analytical Service Unit and the Ecotoxicology Research Team. The Field Station was formerly a fish hatchery which was repurposed as an analytical and research laboratory. The raceways as well as the fish ponds now hold fish for display and educational purposes.
The interns will participate in laboratory and field research projects conducted by the Bureau of Ecosystem Health and assist in processing of samples from field collection and the maintenance of field equipment. In addition, the interns may serve as caretakers of the fish and other aquatic animals at the Field Station.
Skills:
Course work in biology, ecology
Course work in animal science
Course work in environmental science
Expereince in animal care (aquatic)
Internship Areas: Agriculture, Environmental Conservation, Scientific Research
Logistical Information
Payment? Unpaid
Number of Hours: 10 - 19
Location: Albany
Number of Interns Needed: 2
Desired Candidate Profile
Preferred Standing Junior
Minimum Standing: Sophomore
Degree Concentrations: Environmental Studies, Mathematics, Natural Science