Internship Opportunities
USGS Patuxent Wildlife Research Center
The USGS Patuxent Wildlife Research Center is seeking qualified
applicants for two part-time animal care interns with the Sea Bird Research
Program in Laurel, MD. Positions would start in early September and continue into late
December. This internship involves assisting with animal care and research at a
captive colony of seabirds that includes diving ducks, dabbling ducks and
red-throated loons. Primary responsibilities include:
- Assisting with daily care of ducklings and adult birds
- Performing maintenance/cleaning tasks as assigned
- Assisting in behavioral training techniques
- Conducting behavioral observations
Although this internship is primarily focused on animal care some opportunities
to participate in active research may be available.
The ideal applicant will
have experience working with animals, be interested in biological research, and
be willing to work hard outside in all weather conditions. The internship is part-time
and requires a minimum of 6 hours a week. Course credit through your University
may be possible with approval from your academic department. Applicant must
provide their own transportation to and from the center.
These positions offer
an excellent opportunity for qualified and motivated individuals to obtain animal
care and research experience under the mentorship of U.S. Geological Survey researchers.
Students and recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
If interested, please send a resume, a schedule of available work hours and a brief letter of interest to Heather Calabrese (hcalabrese@usgs.gov).
If interested, please send a resume, a schedule of available work hours and a brief letter of interest to Heather Calabrese (hcalabrese@usgs.gov).