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Blue Hill Bay Coastal Monitoring Intern 2013

Marine Environmental Research Institute (MERI) Blue Hill, ME
The Marine Environmental Research Institute (MERI), a nonprofit organization based in Blue Hill, Maine, is recruiting to fill a Coastal Monitoring Internship position for the field season 2013. This is a full-time position requiring an 8 month commitment from May through December. MERI is a scientific research and education organization dedicated to understanding the impacts of environmental pollutants on wildlife and human health, and to interpreting this information to a broad audience. Current projects include a marine coastal monitoring initiative and a long-term eco-toxicological investigation of northwestern Atlantic harbor seals. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual working toward a career in coastal marine ecology, natural resource sciences, or conservation biology to gain practical experience in the field and in the lab. The ideal candidate will possess a personal interest in marine ecology and ecosystem monitoring and a commitment to the mission of the organization. To Apply: If you are interested in applying for this position, please state where you found the internship posting and submit a cover letter, resume, three references with the subject line Coastal Monitoring Internship by April 1st to: Abby Barrows, Coastal Monitoring Coordinator at abarrows@meriresearch.org Please, no phone calls. Marine Environmental Research Institute (MERI) PO Box 1652, 55 Main Street Blue Hill, ME 04614 Website: www.meriresearch.org MERI is an Equal Opportunity Employer

ACE Conservation Internship

American Conservation ExperienceFlagstaff, AZ
Location(s): ACE currently has offices in Flagstaff, Arizona, St. George, Utah, and Santa Cruz, California. Volunteers will be placed in one of the three locations and travel to various project locations throughout the internship. Conservation volunteers will be given accommodation at one of ACEs houses in Flagstaff, AZ, Hurricane, UT, or Santa Cruz, CA where they will return for their off days when not working in the field. Overview: American Conservation Experience (ACE) is a non-profit youth conservation corps offering unpaid, team-based internships for both American and International youth to take part in challenging outdoor projects in many of the most beautiful National Parks, National Forests and wilderness areas in the Western U. S. ACE is dedicated to providing professional development and service learning opportunities for emerging land managers, environmental stewards, and conservation-minded corps members in culturally diverse and naturally inspiring settings. ACE members embody an ethic of environmental stewardship, learn practical conservation skills, and explore career options while accomplishing vital conservation projects in many of Americas most spectacular open spaces. Potential applicants interested in meeting people from different countries while improving many of the most beautiful areas in the American West are strongly encouraged to apply! Position Description: ACE conservation interns participate in small teams while working and camping for up to 8 days at a time on direct service projects for the National Forest Service, National Park Service and other land management agencies. Typical projects include sustainable trail construction and maintenance, non-native species removal, fence construction, erosion control, and wilderness restoration. Conservation interns contribute their positive energy and enthusiasm to a safe and professional outdoor atmosphere while making a positive impact to the surrounding landscapes and communities. Qualifications: Proof of health insurance and US citizenship. Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and an interest/background in conservation. A 12 week minimum commitment is required. Dates of Employment: ACE accepts applications throughout the year. All positions are filled on a first-come, first-serve basis due to limited capacity and high demand for all three programs. How to Apply: 1. Visit www.usaconservation.org 2. Complete our online registration form at: http://www.usaconservation.org/volunteers/registration/american.html 3. Submit a motivational statement stating your goals, background, and reasons for wanting to participate in our program. Contact information: ACE Arizona Jeff Bousson 2900 N Fort Valley Road Flagstaff, AZ 86001 jeff@usaconservation.org Office: (928) 814 - 3071 ACE California Andrew Mumm 333 Soquel Avenue Santa Cruz, CA 95062 amumm@usaconservation.org Office: (831) 427-1091