MIT Sea Grant Marine Finfish Hatchery Internship Program
DEADLINES:
For Spring 2008: December 20th, 2007
For Summer 2008: April 15th, 2008
For Fall 2008: August 15th, 2008
The application process will remain open until 3 interns are selected for each semester. Please email Brandy M.M. Wilbur (bmmoran@mit.edu) to determine the status of your application.
---The mission of the MIT Sea Grant College Program's finfish hatchery facility, located at the Marine Heritage Center in Gloucester, MA, is to conduct research on commercially viable marine finfish species, system development and demonstration, and educational programs aimed at industry and the general public.
We are seeking motivated, responsible individuals with interest and some experience in fish culture or marine biology for semester-long internships throughout the year. Two to three applicants will be selected per term.
Successful applicants will have the opportunity to learn about the growing field of recirculating aquaculture and become involved in our current research program in marine finfish aquaculture. The minimum commitment for interns is 100 hours throughout the semester, or 10 hours a week for 10 weeks. This is a non-paid internship.
To apply for one of the semester positions, please send the following information:
- Cover letter including:
- - Name and contact information (address, email, phone)
- - School name, address, and your academic program GPA
- - Previous experience in fish culture or marine biology
- - Your specific interests in aquaculture
- - Tentative schedule of availability
- Current resume including three academic, student leadership or professional references and contact information; and
- A letter of reference/support from a current faculty member who is familiar with your internship-related interests.
Send materials to:
Hatchery Internship Program
ATTN: Brandy M. M. Wilbur
Aquaculture Specialist
MIT Bldg. E38-300
292 Main St.
Cambridge, MA 01239
**Applications will be evaluated based on academic skills, experience, motivation, and relevance. Applicants reaching phase two will be notified and an interview will be scheduled at MIT.
