Hawai'i Internships
(Dolphin Institute)
Dolphin Research Internship Program
What is the Dolphin Research Internship Program?
The program offers qualified individuals from all over the world
semester- long internships in dolphin research and education at
our facility.
Interns are an integral part of our staff and work with senior
researchers and graduate students. Through a carefully designed
apprenticeship training program, interns work directly with the
dolphins and researchers to learn effective dolphin teaching techniques
and research skills. Interns also gain valuable experience
by helping to orient our one-, two-, and four-week Dolphin Institute
volunteers.
The internship begins as a full-time volunteer position. You
participate Monday through Friday and on alternate Saturdays
until all initial training has been accomplished (usually
approximately half the semester). During the latter part of the
semester, interns' required time commitment is reduced to
approximately 3/4 time.* This will allow interns to obtain
outside employment if necessary. Interns must provide their own
transportation, living accomodations, and daily expenses. After
final selection of an intern group is made, interns are provided
contact information of other interns in their group so that they
may be in contact and coordinate living arrangements if desired.
The length of this program will offer interns additional
opportunities to advance their skills in a variety of areas,
including research, education, and training.
*We reserve the right to change this allowance should
circumstances at the lab change.
What Benefits Do Interns Get From the Program?
Interns participate in all aspects of the program, including:
* exploring dolphin perception, intelligence, and communication
* assisting with dolphin husbandry and care
* helping the staff to operate the research laboratory
* acquiring hands-on experience in dolphin research, training,
and husbandry
* receiving an education in dolphin and whale behavior and natural
history
* working with other interns, students, staff, and volunteers
under the supervision of Louis Herman, Ph.D. and Adam Pack, Ph.D.
Who Is Eligible For An Internship?
Applicants must have at least two years of college experience.
How Do I Get Academic Credit?
Interns currently enrolled in an academic program can make arrangements
with their own university or college for credit for the semester.
Alternatively, course credit can be obtained by registering at the
University of Hawaii, if arranged in advance. In the latter case,
out-of state tuition fees will be assessed by the university.
How Much Does This Internship Cost?
There is no charge for this internship. However, interns provide
their own living expenses and transportation.
How Do I Apply?
Please submit the following:
* Completed Application Form. Please fill out the form,
download a PDF version of it here, or request it by email
at kbmml@hawaii.edu, calling (808) 593-2211, or writing to
the address below.
* transcripts of all college courses taken
* three letters of recommendation (preferably from college instructors
who know you personally)
* your resume or answers to Questions 1-6 on application form.
* a statement of purpose written by you, describing your background,
skills, and what you expect to contribute to and gain from the
internship. Also demonstrate your familiarity with the type of
research conducted at KBMML
* There is no application fee
Send information to:
Kewalo Basin Marine Mammal Laboratory
Attn: Internship Program
1129 Ala Moana Blvd.
Honolulu, HI 96814 USA
What Is the Application Deadline?
Semester Period of Internship* Application Deadline**
Spring Early January through July August 15
Fall Early July through January February 15
*Specific starting and ending dates TBA each semester.
Arrangements for alternate starting and ending dates may be made
if there are conflicts with school schedules.
**Approximate Notification dates for applications are 6-8 weeks.
Early submission will not result in early notification.after the
Application Deadlines.
Where to Get More Information
Please browse through the web page; most information is likely
to be here. Any hardcopy material we can mail to you is an exact
replica of what is here on this page.
or email our Internship Coordinators with a subject header "internships"
at: kbmml@hawaii.edu
E-mail is the best way to get in touch with us, given the time difference.
Or call (808) 593-2211 between 9AM and 6PM Hawaii Standard Time
(Please Note Hawaii Standard Time is 2 hours before PST and 5 hours
before EST; or if during Daylight Savings: 3 hours before PST and
6 hours before EST) In other words, if it is 3pm East Coast time
(12pm on the West Coast), it is only 9AM here.
Or write to:
Kewalo Basin Marine Mammal Laboratory
Attn: Internship Program
1129 Ala Moana Blvd.
Honolulu HI 96814 USA
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Internships
Requirements:
Their vessels are U.S. registered, therefore, all
interns must be able to legally work in the United States.
* You must be at least 18 years of age.
* Interns are responsible for their own housing.
* The applicant must be able to work a minimum of 4
months in autumn, winter and spring).
For example: December-April or January-May.
* A minimum commitment of 24 hours per week are required
(3 8-hour days).
* Applicants should be working toward a career in marine
mammal biology, zoology, marine biology, or
a related field.
* Computer experience, familiarity with scientific
literature and reference library; and public
speaking experience desired.
* If an intern intends to receive university credit for
this internship program, they are responsible
for enrollment and appropriate documentation.
Experience in one of the following is a plus:
* Photography
* Data Entry
* Photo Identification
* Adobe PhotoShop®
* Computer Graphics
* Website Design
* Boats
* Sonar or
* Being a Certified Diver
Any further questions regarding internship
requirements or availability, please contact
the Research Project Manager/Coordinator.
Michele Morris, Research Coordinator
nature@aloha.net
Island Marine Institute
658 Front St. Suite 101
Lahaina, HI 96761
Phone:(808)661-8397
Toll Free: 1 800 275-6969
fax 808-661-5792
email: research@whalewatchmaui.com
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Oahu
Internship Dates of internship Application due
Session #1- 2004 01/05/04 - 05/16/04 11/20/03
Session #2- 2004 05/17/04 - 08/20/04 03/15/04
Session #3- 2004 08/15/04 - 12/15/04 06/15/04
Dolphin Quest Oahu
Kahala Mandarin Oriental Hawaii
5000 Kahala Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96816
Tel: 808-739-8918
Fax: 808-737-8311
Email: DQOahu@dolphinquest.org
Hawaii's Big Island
Internship Dates of internship Application due
Session #1- OPEN 01/05/04 - 05/30/04 11/20/03
Session #2- OPEN 05/20/04 - 08/30/04 03/20/04
Session #3- OPEN 08/20/04 - 12/20/04 06/20/04
Dolphin Quest Hawaii
Hilton Waikoloa Village
69-425 Waikoloa Beach Drive
Waikoloa, HI 96738
Tel: 808-886-1234 ext. 2875
Fax: 808-886-7030
Email: DQHawaii@dolphinquest.org
APPLICATION DETAILS
REQUIREMENTS
*Completed application and applicant questions
*At least 18 years of age
*Three (3) letters of recommendation (professors
or professionals in the animal field)
*Resume
*Official college transcripts
Please mail all application materials in ONE package.
Click here for mailing addresses to Dolphin Quest
locations. Please specify: Attention Internship Coordinator.
Allow 2-3 weeks delivery before the posted due date to
assure your application is received on time.
The internship coordinator at each site will contact
selected candidates for interviews. Interns will be
selected from the interviewed candidates shortly after
the posted due date. All applicants will be notified of
their status in writing.
If you have any questions about the application process
or the internship program, please contact the intern
coordinator at the site/sites to which you are applying.
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Hawaii Endangered Bird Conservation Program
For more information on internships at KBCC, please send
a resume, cover letter, and the names and contacts of three
references to: Tracey Goltz P.O. Box 39 Volcano, Hawaii 96785
or fax: 808-985-7034. For more information on internships at
MBCC, please send your application to Mary Schwartz
2375 Olinda Road Makawao, HI 96768 or fax: 808-572-3574.
CONSERVATION INTERNS
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Dolphin Dreams Images offers internship and volunteer
programs designed to assist college students, recent
graduates and private individuals from all over the
world in gaining valuable hands on experience and
college credit in the areas of Video Production,
Underwater Photography, Underwater Videography, Scuba
Diving, Photo Editing and Web Site design.
We have six/eight openings for full time intern/volunteer
positions on the Big Island of Hawaii.
For college students, our internships vary in length from
4 - 12 weeks. For volunteers, the duration can vary from
1 to 8 weeks.
All candidates must agree to participate full-time on the
day- or nightshift, from 8-10 hours/day.
There is no charge for the internship or volunteer program.
Our programs are appropriate for anyone 18 years of age or
older with a love for or attraction to the Ocean.
This is a rare opportunity to live in Hawaii and work with
photography professionals. This could easily be one of the
most exciting adventures of your life.
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Waikiki Aquarium
Attention: At this time They have their internship
programs on hold. They wrote me and told me when this
changes they will give me the details to be posted.
They thank you for your interest and to keep your eyes
open for future internships that will come available
Waikiki Aquarium
2777 Kalakaua Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96815
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Hawai'i Internships
