Marine Mammal Stranding Response and Necropsies Internships/Volunteers

Position: Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife/ Marine Mammal Investigations is looking for interns to work with us for up to two academic quarters (3-6 months). These are volunteer internships that include work on marine mammal strandings and investigating causes of mortality in Washington waters as part of a Prescott Marine Mammal Stranding Gant. For consideration, we request a letter stating your interest, what you would like gain out of the internship, relevant background experience, time period you are available, and the number of hours you can work. A resume should be included with the letter.
Duties: Assist with live and dead stranding marine mammal response primarily with in South Puget Sound and Hood Canal area but may include other sites throughout western Washington. Assist with necropsies and sample collection on dead marine mammals. Beach walks/drives to collect and identify stranded marine mammals. Assists with land and boat census and observations at local haulout sites. May also assist with capture and tagging operations depending on time period of internship. Data entry in to Excel/ or Access, completing Level A data forms. The internship will require the intern to be able to maintain time commitment that is agreed by both parties. Mileage will be paid for if personal vehicle is used for response.

WDFW/ Marine Mammal Investigations
7801 Phillips Rd. SW
Lakewood, WA 98498
(253) 589-7235
Email: lambodml@dfw.wa.gov=20
Contact Name: Dyanna Lambourn or Steve Jeffries



Dyanna Lambourn
Wildlife Biologist
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
Marine Mammal Investigations
7801 Phillips Rd. SW
Lakewood, WA 98498
Office (253) 589-7235
Fax (253) 589-7180
Cell (206) 818-1036