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Number of positions available: 3
Position Dates: May 5 - August 9, 2025
$1000 stipend, Room & Board
Duties: U&R Interns will be immersed with the U&R program staff in all aspects of the summer U&R program including equipment and lab maintenance, assisting U&R staff with field excursions, and leading and supporting the college community. Interns will also be responsible for designing, implementing, and reporting an original relevant research project. The duties of U&R Interns are split into three categories: Research, Program Maintenance, and Residential.
Research: Design and conduct a field-based research project relevant to the goals of the Field Station o Assist in ongoing research projects with CBFS faculty as available o Report on research during the final session of the summer to staff, students, and faculty
Program Maintenance (PGM): Establish and maintain aquaria, water quality, and locally collected organisms o Prepare and maintain lab and field equipment o Maintain and prepare labs for faculty and summer programs o Assist in the field with summer courses when needed o Assist with office tasks
Residential (RA): Create a welcoming atmosphere for all students o Assist with check-in and check-out procedures o Enforce rules and assist students with residential issues o Develop and lead recreation activities o Act in a role similar to a residential advisor on university campuses o Be on call 2 or 3 nights per week to assist with student needs (does not accrue towards internship hours unless called into action)
Required Qualifications: Must have completed a minimum of 60 college credits, or be a recent graduate
● Ability to work independently
● Must be willing to work nights and weekends
● Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs
● CPR & First Aid certified – valid through August 2025
● Valid driver’s license with clean driving record (2 or fewer minor traffic violations in the last 2 years) Desired Qualifications
● Enjoy working with peers and being a leader
● Responsible and able to be a role model to peers
● Interest in fieldwork, field equipment, and aquaria
● Ability to actively seek guidance and learn from mentors (staff, administrators, educators, and peers)
● Previous experience at the Chincoteague Bay Field Station
● Computer skills (Microsoft Office, database management, etc.)
● Experience with or desire to learn water quality management, animal husbandry, and standards for the maintenance of aquaria