Aquaculture Internship - Huntington, Ny

Cornell Cooperative Extension

Huntington, NY, US
Base: $17.00 ph; bonus/equity: not specified; bene...
Town of huntington resident
Currently enrolled in high school or college
Ability to lift 40 lbs and heavy gear
Cornell Cooperative Extension offers a paid internship for students to learn shellfish aquaculture techniques including grow-out procedures and environmental monitoring

Job Summary

  • Cornell Cooperative Extension offers a paid internship for students to learn shellfish aquaculture techniques including grow-out procedures and environmental monitoring.
  • Interns will assist with maintenance of FLUPSY systems, collect scientific data, and help maintain touch tanks and aquarium displays for public education.
  • The position requires working full-time (30-35 hours/week) during two specific four-week sessions in July and August at Gold Star Battalion Beach.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Cornell Cooperative Extension offers a paid internship for students to learn shellfish aquaculture techniques including grow-out procedures and environmental monitoring.

Salary

Base: $17.00 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Town of Huntington resident
  • Currently enrolled in High School or College
  • Ability to lift 40 lbs and heavy gear
  • Work outdoors under adverse field conditions
  • Follow instructions carefully

Nice-to-have

  • Driver's license and vehicle
  • Experience with scientific sampling
  • Enrolled in marine science concentration
  • Knowledge of natural science
  • Effective public interaction skills

Key Requirements

  • Town of Huntington residency required
  • Current enrollment in High School or College
  • Must be able to lift 40 lbs
  • Ability to work outdoors in adverse conditions
  • No visa sponsorship available

Work Rights

Town of Huntington resident

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