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Monterey Bay Aquarium
Research Institute

www.mbari.org

Organization Type:
Non-Profit

Mission:
The mission of the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute is to serve as a world center for advanced research and education in ocean science and technology. We strive to achieve this mission through the development of better instruments, systems, and methods for scientific research in the deep waters of the ocean. MBARI emphasizes peer relationships between engineers and scientists as a basic principle of its operation. Teams at MBARI use cutting-edge technology to develop equipment, software, and research methods to meet the specific needs of deep-sea research.

Contact:
Pat Duran, Administrator, Information and Technology Dissemination
Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute
7700 Sandholdt Road
Moss Landing, CA 95039-0628
Phone: (831) 775-1702
Fax: (831) 775-1620
pduran@mbari.org

Geographical Focus:
Regional

Counties Served:
Monterey

Activities:
Research, Education

Topic:
Open Ocean/Oceanography, Deep Sea

Educational Resources:
Annual Field Trip

Education Programs:
Seminar Series open to the public

Target Audiences:
University Students

Slideshows:
For purchase
•  Midwater Benthic Facilities

Internship Opportunities

  Description:
Potential internships:
•  Deep-sea ecology
•  Ocean-floor mapping
•  Ocean observation systems
•  Microbiology
•  Physical oceanography
•  In situ chemical analyses
•  Seismology
•  Geology
•  Software engineering
•  Electrical engineering
•  Mechanical engineering
•  Library science
•  Web design
•  Science writing
•  Video technology

With state-of-the-art facilities that include research vessels, remotely operated vehicles (ROVs), and autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) which explore the deep ocean, MBARI offers teachers and students unique opportunities to be involved in advanced research and development projects.

The focus of the MBARI internship is on the intern’s professional development: learning research techniques and improving communication and collaboration skills. Each intern will have an MBARI mentor who will supervise a specific project. Interns will also serve as peer-mentors to other interns.

  When Needed:
June - August
  Qualifications:
College Student or High School Teacher
  Application:
Applications due in February. Complete applications should include a curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, and a cover letter. The cover letter should include your specific research interests, your reasons for applying to MBARI, and a list of relevant courses and grades earned. If you have general questions, please contact George I. Matsumoto.
  Number of Interns:
10
  Housing Provided:
No
  Paid:
Yes
  Stipend:
$500/week for 12 weeks. Support for travel to California may be provided.
  Credit:
No
  Contact Name:
George I. Matsumoto
(831) 775-1757
mage@mbari.org



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