INTERNSHIP DETAILS |
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Field(s) of Specialization: |
Sea Turtle Monitoring and Conservation |
Position Title: |
Trainee |
Department: |
Marine Biology and Fisheries |
Location: |
Mersin - TURKEY |
Summary Description: |
Two beaches (~1km) belonging to METU Marine Sciences Institute are among the nesting areas in the Mediterranean for two endangered sea turtle species worldwide. At the Institute of Marine Sciences, we carry out conservation studies by observing the nests made by sea turtles between May and October every year. Last year, we recorded that a total of 1015 sea turtle hatchlings, including 254 Caretta caretta and 761 Chelonia mydas, reached the sea from our institute beaches, alive and healthy.
The trainee is expected to have experience or knowledge of sea turtle studies. During the internship, it is necessary to carry out research that will be carried out day and night. Interns who will participate in these studies will be provided with accommodation on campus. The minimum internship period is determined as 1 month. Since there will be free time in the middle of the day, enthusiastic undergraduate/graduate students who want to gain knowledge and experience in marine sciences will have the opportunity to participate in other studies at the Institute of Marine Sciences, during this free time. |
School/Institute/Unit: |
METU – Institute of Marine Sciences |
Posting Date: |
April, 2023 |
Closing Date: |
Open Until Filled |
Required Applicant Documents to Submit: |
Applicants are asked to submit a CV, a 2-page (max.) statement of research experience and interests |
Internship Period: |
May- October, 2023 |