Center for Oceanic Research and Education

Junior Intern Program

1. To give middle and high-school aged students who are interested in marine biology, the opportunity to learn about whale research conducted from a whale-watching vessel.

2. To introduce students to general concepts in marine biology.

3. To offer students the opportunity to work directly with senior interns and marine biologists.

4. To familiarize students with field research and provide them with an early introduction to the field of marine mammal biology. Students will learn the basics of photo-ID research and data collection and be trained in the operation of field instruments and navigational tools.

5. To give students experience working with the public in our education outreach program. Students will work with senior interns onboard whale-watching trips educating tourists about whales and important marine issue

Students will be directly supervised at all times during the boat trips.

To see a sample curriculum and the weekly schedule, CLICK HERE!

COST: The cost for the program is $500, which includes the curriculum, boat trips and related materials.

AVAILABILITY: We will be able to accept up to four students this summer.

HOW TO APPLY: Please fill out an application, and send a letter of introduction. CLICK HERE to access an application. Print out the application, complete it and send all materials to:

CORE      245 Western Avenue, Box 8       Essex, MA 01929

We will select students based upon their application materials, and a short interview.