Internship Program
This program allows interns to participate in the research being carried out by Sea Turtle Conservation Bonaire as well as all the other areas of conservation work that the organization does. Interns work under the guidance and supervision of STCB's staff. The program focuses on university and post-university students interested in having first-hand experience with sea turtle conservation work. Participants will work with STCB's full-time professional conservation staff, gaining knowledge in sea turtle biology, conservation and research, including field work experience. Participants need not be biology students as the program can be tailored to any level of previous experience as well as to specific student interests that help build the capacity of our organization.
Periods when Internships are available:
- Between January and May. Commitment of ten weeks minimum is required. Starting dates are flexible.
- Between August and November. Commitment of ten weeks minimum is required. Starting dates are flexible.
Location:
- Sea Turtle Conservation Bonaire, Bonaire, Netherlands Antilles
Duties:
- Assist during sea turtle in-water surveys (snorkel and net-assisted surveys). Data entry, volunteer scheduling, fund-raising programs, beach clean-ups and public education and outreach as needed. Satellite transmitter deployment and mapping. Beach patrols and nesting monitoring, conservation activities such as turtle rescues.
Requirements:
- Undergraduate and graduate students with the following characteristics are encouraged to apply: adaptable, responsible, hard working, take initiative and work under minimal supervision. It is very important that applicants are in good physical shape as work conditions include exposure to high temperatures and intense sunlight. The applicant must be able to swim/snorkel comfortably.
Benefits/Costs:
- Interns are responsible for their airfare, food and transportation. STCB is responsible for accommodation.
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Lizette, hard-working and dedicated STCB intern - photo STCB |
