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Aquarium Medical Center Winter Internship
URL: http://www.neaq.org/get_involved/volunteering_and_internships/internships/complete_list_of_internships/position_details.p
Affiliation: non-MATE
Company / Organization: New England Aquarium
City: Boston
State or Country if outside US: MA
Application Deadline: 16-Oct-14
Duration: 4 weeks and 125 hours
Description:
Summary: The New England Aquarium is currently seeking an Aquarium Medical Center Intern to assist with the daily operations of the Animal Health Department. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated, self-starter looking to gain knowledge in the field of aquarium veterinary medicine and general animal health. The candidate will report to the Biologists or Veterinary Technicians in the Animal Health Department. Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: -Interns will assist with preventative medicine, medical treatments, quarantine, pathology, laboratory diagnostics, and data entry under the supervision of the technician or biologists. -Interns will gain exposure to a wide variety of the aquarium collection including reptiles, amphibians, fish, and occasionally birds and marine mammals. -Interns are expected to produce a 15-30 minute power point presentation and complete assigned projects. -Attend two professional development lunches with the Volunteer Programs and Internships office.
Requirements:
Skills/Qualifications: -Must have previous experience with animal care and handling. -A background in college-level basic sciences, especially Biology and Zoology, is desired. -The position requires physical tasks. Applicants must be able to life and carry 50 lbs. -Must be able work independently.
Point of Contact: Brendon Dempsey