Mote Marine Laboratory is offering special research-based internship opportunities (MREASU) for American Samoan undergraduate students. The MREASU internship program is designed to provide undergraduate students hands-on opportunities to conduct scientific research under the mentorship of Mote scientists. Students gain experience in scientific research, science communication and may attend research seminars and workshops on career skills. The experience gained through a Mote research internship will enhance both the knowledge and experience needed for entry-level employment as well as graduate studies within related fields.
Mote will offer 2 paid research training experiences for the summer of 2015.
Apply to the MREASU Internship Program
Participants will:
- Be involved in scientific research projects under the direction of a Mote scientist.
- Complete a full time, 4 week internship.
- Gain experience in planning and implementing research through involvement in on-going research projects.
- Gain experience in scientific writing by completing a final research experience report.
- Attend scientific research seminars presented by graduate students, post-docs or scientists from Mote, government agencies or universities.
- Learn about opportunities for graduate study, careers in marine science, and communication skills in science by participating in student workshops.
Dates
The program will take place over 4-weeks during the summer, from May 30th-June 26th.
Research Programs & Participating Mentors
Dr. Emily Hall, Ocean Acidification Program
This program focuses on effects of ocean acidification (OA) and climate change (CC) on marine organisms and their ecosystems. Potential projects include the effects of OA and CC on corals, bivalves, or other important marine organisms. MREASU students will predominantly be working with one of two OA and CC testing facilities, assisting with field collection of samples, data entry, and laboratory analysis. Some travel to the Summerland Key field station might be required. Some chemistry experience preferred
Dr. Kevan Main, Marine Aquaculture
The Marine & Freshwater Aquaculture Research Program is developing innovative technologies to produce marine and freshwater fishes to meet our growing national demand for seafood and to restock depleted recreational and commercial stocks. Research is directed toward designing and testing filtration technologies for sustainable recirculating systems AND toward developing spawning, larval, fingerling and growout culture methods for marine or freshwater species. Spawning and rearing technologies for marine fishes is currently focused on the following species: Common and Pacific snook, Florida pompano, southern flounder, and red drum.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the MREASU Program, students must:
- Have been born in America Samoa
- Be currently enrolled* in a degree program (full-time or part-time) leading to a baccalaureate degree.
- Be available for the full duration of the program, from May to June.
Stipends, travel and housing information
Students participating in the MREASU Program receive:
- $2,300 stipend over the 4-week period
- Free housing in a local dormitory
- Financial support for travel expenses between Mote and their home institution
Application Procedure
Please complete the application form in its entirety. To reduce paper consumption and our impact on the environment, we request that application materials be sent via email to reu@mote.org. In addition to this form, students must submit the following items, preferably in ONE email (excluding recommendation letters):
- A resume or curriculum vitae describing any relevant jobs, internships, volunteer work, scholarships and/or other activities that you have held or participated in and other skills or accomplishments that you wish to identify.
- 2. A one- to two-page statement of interest describing your interests and career goals, the reasons you should be selected for the program, how participation in the program will influence your career development, and the top two programs in which you are interested in working and why.
- 3. A copy of your current college transcript (unofficial transcripts sent via email are preferred; digital, official transcripts - if offered by your school - are accepted as well. Paper submissions sent via fax or mail are strongly discouraged).
- 4. One letter of recommendation from individuals capable of commenting on your academic qualifications and, if possible, research skills (college or university faculty or research advisors preferred). Letters of recommendation MUST be sent from the person writing the letter, preferably via email to reu@mote.org either as an attachment or within the body of the email, and will not be accepted if sent from the applicant's email.
- 5. A copy of your birth certificate stating you were born in America Samoa.
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Questions?
Email your questions to reu@mote.org