Dept of Environmental Conservation
205 N Belle Mead Sd, Suite 1East Setauket , NY 11733
E-Mail: caitlin.craig@dec.ny.gov
Phone: (631) 444-0457
Division/Unit: Marine Resources/Diadromous
Web Site: www.dec.ny.gov
Dept of Environmental Conservation
205 N Belle Mead Sd, Suite 1Division/Unit: Marine Resources/Diadromous
Web Site: www.dec.ny.gov
Description:
Identify, count, measure, and weigh fish and invertebrates in the field and laboratory. Tag striped bass. Collect and age scale and other hard part samples. Enter and proof data in Access databases. Assist other programs as needed. Some weekend work may be required.
The ideal candidate will have the ability to work long hours on boats; excellent skills in identification of Long Island marine organisms; team player; ability to follow detailed, technical instructions; interest and college coursework in biology or marine/environmental/natural sciences.
Skills:
Field Work
Data Entry
Technical Writing
Following Technical Instructions
Marine Organism Identification
Internship Areas: Environmental Conservation, Scientific Research
Payment? Unpaid
Number of Hours: 20 - 30
Location: Suffolk
Number of Interns Needed: 1
Preferred Standing Graduate Student
Minimum Standing: Senior
Degree Concentrations: Environmental Studies, Natural Science