http://www.doa.state.nc.us/yaio/documents/interns/2014_Internship_Program_Booklet.pdf
#10 (1) Raleigh
#10 (1) Raleigh
Farmland Preservation and Agricultural
Development Internship, Farmland Preservation
Major(s): Public Administration, Accounting,
Communications, Agricultural Education, Agribusiness,
Natural Resources, Soil & Land Development,
Environmental Sciences, Political Science
Project Objective: The intern will assist in all areas of
the Farmland Preservation division, including the
Agricultural Development and Farmland Preservation
Trust Fund, the Voluntary Agriculture District program,
and the Farmland Protection Plan program. He or she
will help to foster the growth, development and
sustainability of farm and forestlands throughout North
Carolina. The intern will work at the Agriculture Building,
located across from the NC State Capitol, in Downtown
Raleigh.
Major Tasks: Assist in the development of contracts
and budgets for new grantees, monitoring of existing
grants, facilitate correspondence between the
department and non-profits and county agencies,
maintain division databases, digital and web-based
creation and management, develop communications on
behalf of the program.
Final Product or Outcome: The intern will understand
the necessity of preserving working lands throughout the
state and its impact on the state’s economy, how a state
agency works with strategic partners in the private and
public sectors, and active involvement in a wide variety
of office tasks, including accounting, auditing,
environmental and natural resource management,
communications, and web-development.
#29 (1) Manteo
Assessment and Management of Coastal Fisheries
Resources on the Outer Banks, Marine Fisheries
Major(s): Marine Biology, Fisheries Science, Biology,
Zoology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Wildlife
Management, or any related fields.
Project Objective: Assist in various NCDMF
independent and dependent sampling programs,
collecting data essential to assessing finfish stocks and
in the development of NC fishery management plans.
Major Tasks: Fishery independent experience includes
trawling for juvenile finfish, fishing gill nets for adult fish
or fishing long line gear for adult red drum from various
locations along the Outer Banks including Pamlico
Sound, Roanoke Sound and Croatan Sound. Along with
collecting biological and environmental information from
fishery dependent projects, interns will also assist in the
tag and release of captured red drum. Fishery
dependent sampling experience includes dock side
sampling of commercially harvested finfish and crabs
from a variety of fishing gear (pound nets, gill nets, long
hauls) utilized along NC’s outer banks during the
summer season.
Final Product or Outcome: Experience a wide variety
of fishing gear techniques typically used in the collection
of fisheries information for the management of fisheries
resources. Skills learned are invaluable introductory
experiences for those individuals interested in a career
in fisheries sciences.
#30 (1) Carolina Beach
Assistant Park Ranger, Parks and Recreation, Carolina
Beach State Park
Major(s): Parks and Recreation, Environmental
Science, Environmental Education, Marine Science,
Biology, or elementary or secondary education with a
concentration in environmental education.
Project Objective: The primary objective of this project
is to develop, present, manage and document ten weeks
of environmental educational programs focused on the
natural resources of Carolina Beach State Park. The
secondary objective is to develop a trailside
environmental education display.
Major Tasks: Intern(s) will present at least three
environmental education programs a week. Intern(s) will
develop two new EE programs, which will include an
outline, bibliography and a list of materials needed to
present each program. One trailside display will be
constructed. Programs will adhere to the ADA
Guidelines. Intern(s) will keep a daily journal of activities
and time spent with each responsibility.
Final Project or Outcome: Two new interpretive
programs both with outlines, bibliographies and material
lists. A journal containing facts about the park and
species in the park that were discovered during daily
activities and responsibilities. One trailside display with
an environmental education theme. Increased visitation
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due to regularly advertised environmental education
programs and activities.
#31 (1) Raleigh
Astronomy Lab Intern, NC Museum of Natural
Sciences
Major(s): Astronomy, Physics, Mathematics, Computer
Science
Project Objective: The Astronomy & Space
Observation Lab is a publically visible research
laboratory where museum visitors can see astronomers
at work, as well as visualizations of their research,
current space mission and science highlights. The
Astronomy Intern will work with Dr. Smith and Dr.
Treuthardt to develop a comprehensive set of
visualizations suitable for the general public, within an
overarching visual astrophysical “storyline.”
Major Tasks: 1) conduct online searches to expand the
currently minimal set of imagery and video, 2) synthesize
imagery and video into coherent presentations for a
general museum audience, 3) translate data products
from ongoing research related to astrochemistry and
solar system formation (Dr. Smith) and galactic
morphology and evolution (Dr. Treuthardt) into effective
presentations, and 4) integrate presentations such that
there is a visually obvious theme spanning solar system
evolution to the edge of the Universe. The intern will
have the mentorship of Smith and Treuthardt throughout
this project.
Final Product or Outcome: A large and versatile set of
dynamic presentations for the general public will be
created within an overarching astronomical theme. The
intern will have the opportunity to develop this
comprehensive set of thematic visualizations – the first
of its kind at the museum – while working with
astronomers in a unique laboratory setting.
#32 (1) Raleigh
Citizen Science Intern, NC Museum of Natural
Sciences, Prairie Ridge
Major(s): Biology (including all related sub-disciplines),
Science Education, Forestry, Parks and Recreation,
Wildlife Management, Natural Resources, Agricultural
Sciences. Would consider communications or related
majors if the applicant has a strong interest in science.
Project Objective: Prairie Ridge is the field station for
the NC Museum of Natural Sciences. Groups of
students, teachers, and the public learn about NC’s
wildlife, natural habitats, and sustainable living at the 45-
acre site. The intern will help educate the public about
citizen science opportunities at Prairie Ridge and the
Museum and assist Prairie Ridge staff in their mission of
educating the public about the natural world.
Major Tasks: The intern will help design, plan, and
implement a mutually agreed upon citizen science-based
project that will be completed largely independently. The
intern will also work to publicly communicate citizen
science opportunities, programs, and results, collect
data for a variety of ongoing citizen science efforts, and
assist in promoting Prairie Ridge’s mission by offering
public education opportunities.
Final Product or Outcome: Intern will gain experience
defining, planning, and implementing an independent
project while gaining knowledge of current practices in
the field of citizen science. The intern will also gain
experience in developing educational programs and
materials, environmental education, working in the
natural world, collecting scientific data, and
communicating science to the public. Prairie Ridge will
gain a valuable resource that will help further the
facility’s mission and programs and contribute to public
education at the site.
#33 (1) Beaufort
Coastal Reserve Education Intern, Coastal
Management
Major(s): Biology, Education, Environmental Science
Project Objective: The Coastal Reserve Education
Intern will learn about estuarine ecology and coastal
processes. They will learn how to translate science
information into age-appropriate learning materials and
activities. The intern will learn different teaching
techniques to use in a classroom and informal settings.
They will also gain valuable hands-on science teaching
experience, public speaking skills, leadership skills and
organizational skills necessary to be a successful
educator.
Major Tasks: The intern will assist the Reserve
Education Coordinator with summer camps, field trips
and classroom activities. The intern will be involved in
developing and presenting curriculum-based programs
to a variety of age groups (pre-school through high
school). The intern will be responsible for teaching
portions of each program and will be encouraged to
develop innovative activities to include in the summer
camps and programs. A significant portion of the
intern’s time will be spent in the preparation of activities
and the rest of the time will be spent teaching students
or leading field trips.
Final Product or Outcome: The intern will be involved
in all aspects of summer camp development including
program scheduling, student registration, curriculum
development and teaching. The intern is expected to
develop a hands-on activity that will be used during the
summer programs and posted on our website for teacher
use.
#34 (1) Raleigh
Connecting Students with NC Business and
Industry, Environmental Assistance and Customer
Service, Environmental Assistance Center
Major(s): Public Administration, Public Relations,
Communications, Advertising, Marketing, Education,
Business, Environmental Science, Environmental
Education, Environmental Studies, Science Education,
Natural Sciences, or related majors.
Project Objective: 1) To help NC students find good
opportunities for hands-on learning projects and realworld
experience at N.C businesses, industries, and
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local governments who have demonstrated environmental
excellence, 2) To help NC Environmental
Stewardship Initiative (www.ncesi.org) members connect
with student co-ops, internships, Capstone programs,
and other available student learning opportunities to
provide guidance and hands-on training to the next
generation of workers. This effort would especially
facilitate those organizations in rural areas of the state
that may not have nearby schools to work with and 3)To
help students learn to identify environmental
opportunities at their future employers in any field or
location.
Major Tasks: Identify and contact the existing
Capstone and other co-op and internship programs
available at educational institutions across N.C. and
compile them into one guidance document for ESI
members, students, and others. Contact ESI members
to discuss current intern opportunities and future needs
and communicate identified programs from the guidance
document. The intern would also have opportunities to
visit ESI facilities and learn about their environmental
programs.
Final Product or Outcome: Guidance document (to be
posted online) that identifies existing and potential
opportunities to link environmental advanced NC
businesses, manufacturers and local governments with
students desiring real-world experience and hands-on
learning.
#35 (1) Raleigh
Curator Assistant (Arthropod Zoo Intern), NC
Museum of Natural Sciences
Major(s): Background in the Natural Sciences is
preferred (Major/Minor incl. Wildlife Biology, Gen.
Biology, Zoology, Entomology, Ecology, and/or
Chemistry)
Project Objective: It is the objective of this position to
introduce and familiarize interested persons to the
diversity of form and function of this planet’s most
diverse group of animals, the arthropods (incl. Insects,
Arachnids, Crustaceans, and more!). Interns will learn
about arthropod care in captivity, their importance in the
environment and many more aspects of how museums
and zoos function behind the scenes.
Major Tasks: Daily maintenance of the “Living
Arthropod Collection” and gallery; field work;
program development. The intern will play a role in the
preparations of Special Events (incl. our annual
“Bugfest” event).
Final Product or Outcome: Unlike other facets within
this institution, The Arthropod Zoo requires constant
upkeep. Since the emphasis of this gallery is LIVE
exhibits and LIVE backup animals for educational
programs, there is a “never ending” component with the
need for renewal and maintenance. The intern will
become an integral part of the gallery’s upkeep and an
important member of the staff, especially as pertains to
the dissemination of arthropod related information to the
general public and staff. Interns will design and
contribute to educational programs (i.e. “Cart Programs”
and interact with the public testing the information and
delivery of the programs designed).
#37 (1) Manteo
Education Intern, Aquariums, Aquarium on Roanoke
Island
Major(s): Biology, Environmental Science,
Oceanography, Parks and Recreation, Marine Biology,
Education
Project Objective: The education intern will gain
teaching and public speaking experience in a fun and
exciting non-formal environment.
Major Tasks: The education intern will present live
animal programs, dive shows, interpretive talks at touch
tanks and feeding programs, and intereact with large
numbers of visitors to the aquarium. Intern must be able
to handle live animals such as invertebrates, reptiles,
amphibians, and small mammals. Will work with other
education staff and volunteers to engage all ages.
Final Product or Outcome: The education intern will
gain confidence, experience, and knowledge and have a
great summer living and working at the beach. A final
project will be required at the end of the internship - may
develop an educational program, teaching aids or props
to enhance the education department's offerings to the
public.
#38 (1) Jefferson
Environmental Education and Natural Resource
Projects Intern, NC State Parks, Mt. Jefferson State
Natural Area
Major(s): Education, Environmental Education,
Environmental Studies, Natural Sciences, Parks and
Recreation Management
Project Objective: Actively participate in the
development and presentation of park education
programs for adults and children. Continue monitoring
lichen samples by taking photos and simple
measurements in the field. Update, create, and develop
new public programs and displays. Assist with visitor
services at visitor Center. Develop interpretive and
historical site bulletins or audio CD's. This may include
conducting oral history interviews. Finally you will have
fun hiking, canoeing and exploring the parks while you
make new friends at New River and Mt. Jefferson State
Parks.
Major Tasks: Present interpretive programs, conduct
monitoring of lichens,research, improve visitor center
services. roving/hiking, working with the public and
children. Public programs,hikes, park orientation, and
book development including oral history interviews,
Some photography.
Final Product or Outcome: Continued lichen
monitoring, new park education programs, satisfied and
enlightened park visitors, new junior ranger programs,
oral history recording on CD.
#39 (1) Kure Beach
Environmental Educator/Assistant Park Ranger,
Parks and Recreation, Fort Fisher State Recreation Area
Major(s): Parks and Recreation Management,
Environmental Education, Environmental
Science/Studies, Natural Resource/Coastal
Management, Biology, Marine Biology and other related
sciences
Project Objective: To enhance the visitor's overall
experience through educational programs focused on
the park's unique species of flora and fauna. To
monitor, protect and promote the successful nesting of
sea turtles along the park's five miles of undeveloped
beach.
Major Tasks: To enhance the visitor's overall
experience through development and presentation of
educational programs focused on the park's unique
species of flora and fauna. To monitor, protect and
promote the successful nesting of sea turtles along the
park's five miles of undeveloped beach. To assist
permanent staff in the day to day operations of a state
park.
Final Product or Outcome: Park visitors will have a
better understanding of nature and efforts to protect and
preserve natural resources. Park staff will have
additional programming to continue educating the public
long after the internship is completed. The intern will
gain a working knowledge of natural resource
management through participating in the protection of
the endangered Loggerhead sea turtle.
#41 (1) Elizabeth City
Fisheries and Habitat Assessment Surveys of
Albemarle Sound Intern, Marine Fisheries
Major(s): Marine Biology, Fisheries Science, Biology,
Zoology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Wildlife
Management, or any related fields
Project Objective: The intern will assist fisheries
technicians and fishery biologists in a wide range of ongoing
research and monitoring of anadromous and nonanadromous
stocks in Albemarle Sound. The field office
conducts fishery dependent and independent surveys
which employ an array of gear and techniques in order
to research, monitor, and assess finfish species
important to the state, as well as many east coast
fisheries.
Major Tasks: Actively participate in a variety of field
and laboratory work experiences in order to collect
biological data from commercially and recreationally
important fish species:Fishery dependent sampling of
finfish landed by seasonally employed commercial gear
(pound nets, fyke nets, gill nets, crab pots); Collect and
prepare ageing structures (scales, otoliths, and spines)
from finfish; Juvenile surveys using trawls and seines to
sample various juvenile finfish species as part of a long
term data base of juvenile abundance; Habitat
characterization of the inshore waters of North Carolina's
Albemarle Sound including Submerged Aquatic
Vegitation density, and identification.
Final Product or Outcome: The intern will experience
a variety of field and laboratory techniques that are basic
to fishery science data collection and essential input for
stock assessments.
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#42 (1) Raleigh
Genetics and Biodiversity Summer Internship, NC
Museum of Natural Sciences
Major(s): Biology, Zoology, Genetics, Wildlife, Ecology,
Biological Services, Conservation, Conservation Biology,
Fisheries Sciences, Invertebrate Biology, Life Sciences,
Natural Sciences, Wildlife Biology, Wildlife Resources,
Wildlife Science, and others considered on case-by-case
basis
Project Objective: This internship provides a unique
opportunity to learn and perform a combination of
genetic techniques on NC species under study at the
Museum (fishes, freshwater mussels). The intern will
learn laboratory techniques currently used in museumbased
science to aid in the identification of new species
and track population genetic dynamics. These skills
combined with interaction with our curators and their
taxonomic expertise form the foundation of biodiversity
studies. This irreplaceable combination of experiences is
offered less frequently at the collegiate level but is
absolutely essential to the training of future biologists.
Major Tasks: DNA extraction, PCR amplification, DNA
sequencing, STR (microsatellite) genotyping, data &
sample organization. Attention to detail is essential when
mastering genetic techniques.
Final Product or Outcome: The intern will learn basic
genetic techniques as applied to research in the natural
sciences. While these skills will focus on conservation
genetics and basic species identification, these
techniques can be applied broadly to almost any
biological discipline the intern should pursue. In addition,
the intern should have the opportunity to generate
sufficient data to develop a brief scientific manuscript for
publication shortly after the internship is completed.
#43 (1) Chimney Rock
Historical Archives Manager/Curator, Parks and
Recreation, Chimney Rock State Park
Major(s): History, Library Science, Museum Science,
Archaeology
Project Objective: Preserve 100-year written history of
internationally known state park.
Major Tasks: Catalog, organize, digitize and preserve
100-year history of state park’s documents, photos, film,
brochures and etc.
Final Product or Outcome: An anthology of the history
of Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park that
showcases a chronology of pictures, film, significant
documents, maps, brochures, press releases, articles
and other items that represent the 100-year history of
this iconic tourist destination. Oral presentation of
information to general public.
#44 (1) Manteo
Husbandry Intern, Aquariums, Aquarium on Roanoke
Island
Major(s): Biology, Marine Biology/Science, Ecology,
Natural Science, and Environmental Science
Project Objective: Intern will be immersed in all
aspects of aquarium animal and plant care. During the
summer program interns will discover the inner workings
of a large public aquarium. After a short training period,
they will become involved in the daily workings of the
Aquarium facility.
Major Tasks: Summer interns will be involved in most
of the tasks performed by our husbandry staff. This will
include: water quality monitoring, animal acquisition,
transport, quarantine protocols, disease identification,
disease control, diet preparation, feeding, exhibit
maintenance, and aquarium maintenance.
Final Product or Outcome: At the end of the program,
interns will be familiar with many of the aspects of caring
for an aquarium’s live animal and plant collection.
#46 (1) Raleigh
Laboratory Data System and Analysis Intern, Air
Quality
Major(s): Computer Science, Information Systems,
Chemistry, Environmental Science, Environmental
Engineering, Environmental Studies, Engineering,
Mathematics, Statistics
Project Objective: Toxics Protection Branch
Laboratory operates an urban air toxics monitoring
network across North Carolina, conducts special studies
and responds to emergencies involving toxic releases.
Samples are routinely collected at 6 sites in NC cities
and sent to the lab for analysis. At present there is no
comprehensive system to track the entire process and
manage data. The objective is to continue creating a
data base system for the Toxics Protection Branch
Laboratory. Several modules have been created
previous summers by interns. Several more modules
are needed for the system to be fully functioning.
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Major Tasks: Study laboratory operations, create data
tables, data transfer procedures and software, create
standard queries and reports using JAVA, Visual Basic
for Applications in MS Access, MS Excel etc., or other
legally obtained software (true freeware) on a network
drive. Write instructions and procedures. Ruggedness
test software and procedures. Train staff on the use of
the software. Make oral, PowerPoint presentations on
progress and completed system segments.
Final Product or Outcome: A data system to track
samples and analyses, to analyze results into
meaningful presentation quality tables and graphs, and
to track status. Commented source code should be
transferred to laboratory staff. For the intern, experience
creating a real world system and working with users
(customers) to deliver a product.
#47 (1) Raleigh
Living Conservatory Assistant Curator, NC Museum
of Natural Sciences
Major(s): Biology, Zoology, Horticulture, Botany,
Education, Museum Studies, Environmental Education,
Entomology, Parks and Recreation, Science Education,
Natural Resources, Wildlife Resources, Natural
Sciences, Conservation Biology, Adult Education,
Conservation, Biological Sciences, Wildlife Biology,
Environmental Science, Museum Science, Life Science,
Invertebrate Biology, Ecology or related majors.
Project Objective: Enhance the knowledge and
experience of an intern with the NC Museum of Natural
Sciences as an institution, educational resource and
research facility, using the Living Conservatory as a
jumping off platform. The Conservatory, a re-creation of
a Central American dry tropical forest, is the Museum's
premier immersion exhibit where Museum visitors
experience stepping into a live tropical forest surrounded
by butterflies and other live plants and animals. Staff
interacts with visitors answering all sorts of questions
related to the tropics and their connections to NC.
Major Tasks: The intern will help run the Conservatory
daily, presenting education and interpretation of the
tropics. In addition to presenting the Conservatory, the
intern will also learn to present educational cart
programs to the visiting public. This person will also be
responsible for the husbandry of some plants and
animals within the exhibit and will work with volunteers
and staff on other tasks as necessary and design /
develop a special project.
Final Product or Outcome: The intern will gain
knowledge and skills working with the public in a unique
immersion setting. This person will complete a final
project to be included in their portfolio, documenting their
Museum experience and develop additional educational
materials for use by staff & volunteers. The intern will
become an integral part of the Conservatory staff
especially pertaining to the communication of tropics
related information to the general public
#48 (1) Raleigh
Mapping Rare Species using GIS and Biotics
Conservation Database, Office of Conservation
Planning and Community Affairs (OCPCA)
Major(s): Biological Sciences; Biology; Botany;
Conservation Biology; Ecology; Environmental Science;
Natural Resources; Zoology and related majors
Project Objective: Assist biologists at the N.C. Natural
Heritage Program with updating records of rare,
threatened, or endangered species in the Program’s
conservation database.
Major Tasks: Review and assess reports of rare species,
map the location of rare species observations
using a GIS-based application, and enter supporting
data into a standardized database. This work may
involve reading technical reports, including natural areas
inventories and floristic surveys to identify data on rare
species; performing searches of other biological
databases to gather data; and evaluation of rare species
information using N.C. Natural Heritage methodology.
Final Product or Outcome: The intern will help
develop and maintain an accurate and up-to-date
dataset on the location and status of North Carolina’s
rare species. The N.C. Natural Heritage Program’s data
is provided to landowners, conservation organizations,
and private citizens and is routinely distributed to
consulting firms and local, state, and federal agencies. It
is used in conservation planning and facilitates the
design and implementation of ecologically sound
development, infrastructure, and conservation projects.
#49 (1) Connelly Springs
Natural Resources Inventory and Monitoring Intern,
Parks and Recreation, South Mountains State Park
Major(s): Biology, Natural Resources Management,
Environmental Science, Wildlife Biology or other Natural
Science related major
Project Objective: Identify and inventory flora and
fauna found within South Mountains State Park and
where each species is located. Monitor known
populations of various species such as bats, black
bears, migratory songbirds, fish species and various
flora.
Major Tasks: Investigate current databases and
research papers to identify floral and faunal elements
occurring in South Mountains State Park. Identify,
inventory, and record flora and fauna through field notes
including GPS locations and digital photography. Assist
with ongoing monitoring of certain species found within
the park.
Final Product or Outcome: Expand the park's list of
known flora and fauna on the Division of Parks & Rec.
Natural Resource Inventory Database (NRID). Increase
the knowledge of the park's flora and fauna to allow park
managers to make the best possible management
decisions to protect native resources.
#50 (1) Connelly Springs
Natural Resources Management Educator, Parks and
Recreation, South Mountain State Park
Major(s): Biology, Natural Resources Management,
Environmental Science, Wildlife Biology or other Natural
Science related major.
Project Objective: Provide the general public and
organized groups with environmental education
programs. Educate park visitors and make them more
aware of ongoing natural resource management
practices in the park.
Major Tasks: Develop, and conduct educational
programs. Plan and advertise programs. These
programs will focus on but not limited to natural
resources and natural resource practices of the park.
Final Product or Outcome: Increase knowledge and
awareness of the park's natural resource management
and environmental education programs.
#51 (1) Raleigh
Ornithology Research and Collections Intern, NC
Museum of Natural Sciences
Major(s): Biology, Botany, Ecology, Environmental
Studies, Environmental Science, Natural Resource
Management, Natural Sciences, Wildlife/Wildlife Biology-
Management-Studies, Zoology; Museum Studies.
Project Objective: Provide the intern with an array of
experiences related to the study of birds, both in
Museum and field settings. Many researchers use
specimens and our Museum provides those, as needed.
The intern will “learn by doing”, aspects of building and
caring for a major research collection; and conducting
field work on live birds. We are conducting field studies
of two bird species to learn more about their life cycles.
Major Tasks: Assist with all of the following: Museum:
prepare specimens and record pertinent data into
catalogs. Field: capture/mark birds. Use radio telemetry
equipment to locate individuals in the forest. Locate and
monitor bird nest activities. Use GPS unit to record
locations of birds as found. Collect vegetation
measurement data. Enter data into spreadsheet or
database.
Final Product or Outcome: The intern will come to
understand the value, and uses, of a major research
collection. S/he will also gain experience in standard
techniques to study birds, dead or alive. Data collected
using radio telemetry is part of an ongoing research
project that will ultimately be published, and used to
inform land management decisions. Data from Bald
Head/Bear islands are part of an ongoing Citizen
Science project.
#52 (1) Manteo
Propagating and Maintaining NC Native Plants for
Educational Display, Aquariums on Roanoke Island
Major(s): Horticulture, Botany, Biology, Ecology,
Environmental Science, Landscape Design
Project Objective: Coastal native plants of North
Carolina are selected, propagated and grown for use in
the Aquarium’s conservatory and other exhibits, for
demonstration landscaping, and for the annual native
plant sale.
Major Tasks: Develop and carry out a propagation
project to increase Aquarium’s stock of selected native
plant species, Propagate plants by various methods, e.g.
seeding, stem cuttings, layering & division, Assist with
maintenance of container nursery, including watering,
pruning, pest management, transplanting, and Assist
with installation of plants in aquarium exhibits and
landscaping.
Final Product or Outcome: The Aquarium’s
horticulture program will be better able to meet goals
and objectives, including increased diversity of the native
plant collection, with the assistance provided by a
seasonal intern.
#53 (1) Manteo
Special Activities Instructor Intern, Aquariums on
Roanoke Island
Major(s): Biology, Marine Science, Marine Biology,
Conservation Biology, Education, Environmental
Science, Environmental Education, Environmental
Studies, Natural Resources, Natural Science, Parks &
Recreation, Wildlife, Zoology.
Project Objective: The Special Activities Intern will
educate the public through an array of fun activities in an
effort to "inspire appreciation and conservation of North
Carolina's aquatic environments." This project will
immerse an intern in environmental education
experiences, both on site and in the field, with groups of
all ages.
Major Tasks: The Special Activities Intern at the NC
Aquarium on Roanoke Island will be involved in
preparations and instruction of indoor and outdoor
activities, such as: children’s summer camps, fishing
programs, kayak eco-tours, behind-the-scenes tours,
animal/feeding programs, birthday parties, overnights,
beach ecology trips, and salt marsh excursions. Daily
requirements include leading programs, assisting with
camps, handling live animals, assembling education
materials, and driving a fifteen-passenger van. The
intern may also assist with other daily programs inside
the public areas of the Aquarium, such as animal
encounters, dive programs, games, and information
stations. Programs run heavily during weekdays, and
occassionally on evenings and weekends.
Final Product or Outcome: The intern will gain
teaching experience, practical work experience, and
exposure to associated skill sets in a non-traditional
marine science setting with both families and summer
campers. Visitors who participate in Special Activity
programs will benefit from additional staff who can
provide a more personal and safe program experience.
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