Cary interns have the opportunity to receive training and professional development in the field of study in which the internship is based.
In addition to offering the following list of potential projects, we also encourage students to contact Cary scientists and other staff for internship projects that are developed by the student and performed under the mentorship of a Cary employee.
To solicit an internship, please submit an email with a cover letter to the intended mentor explaining your interest in their work and how your project might fit in with their program.
The Cary Institute views credit-bearing internship arrangements as a 3-way partnership in which the student develops professional skills, the college provides credit and the Cary Institute acts as mentor for the development of those skills through the completion of an internship project.
Focus: Terrestrial watershed ecologyApplication Deadline: April 30, 2021
MH-YES Program Description
The Mid-Hudson Young Environmental Scientists (MH-YES) program is a tiered mentorship field research experience whereby eight high school students local to Dutchess County, New York are mentored in teams by two undergraduate students, two high school teachers, and advised by four scientists from Cary Institute and Marist College. The two undergraduate students serve as “near-peer” mentors to the high school students and fulfill an integral role in cultivating a supportive, positive learning environment while performing field research about watershed ecology.
One undergraduate from Marist College will serve as the “aquatic” mentor, while Cary Institute will have one undergraduate to serve as the “terrestrial” mentor. This internship is for Cary Institute’s “terrestrial” undergraduate mentor.
Position Duration: Four weeks (35 hours per week):
Primary Benefits:
Primary Responsibilities:
Help plan and prepare for program (2-3 days):
Support high school students in environmental science field research during the program (3 weeks)
Help complete and evaluate the program (2-3 days)
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Compensation: This is a paid internship opportunity. The selected undergraduate will be paid bi-weekly and will receive a total stipend of $2,400. The four weeks consist of the 3-week program, 2-3 days pre-program, and 2-3 days post-program. Finalist candidates must complete a background check.
Reports to: Ashley Alred, MH-YES Program Coordinator
Questions? Email alreda@caryinstitute.org
Interested? Apply now! Deadline is April 30, 2021
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Availability: Ongoing, spring and fall semesters Compensation: Unpaid position with the expectation the intern will receive credits through his/her school
Browsing by overabundant deer can degrade plant communities and cause declines in animal populations that use those habitats. Protection of our forested ecosystems from excessive browsing by deer is one of the priority management goals for the Cary Institute property.
The White-tailed Deer Ecology and Management Intern will assist the Manager of Field Research and Outdoor Programs with aspects of the Institute's deer management program. The intern will gain field experience monitoring deer and other wildlife using trail cameras. Data collection and management experience will be gained by downloading and organizing photos/videos, recording animal incidence and behavior data from photos/videos, and related tasks.
Depending on the time of year, the student may also be involved in other aspects of deer management such as field surveys quantifying deer browsing of trees or oversight of our annual controlled deer hunt.
This internship is most suitable for a student in biology, wildlife biology, conservation/environmental sciences, or related field who is interested in gaining real-world experience with wildlife ecology and management.
The student must be able to hike to remote parts of the property and work outdoors under adverse conditions such as in inclement weather and around insects and poison ivy. The student should be willing to learn to use a GPS, trail cameras and computer programs including spreadsheets. The student must have a valid driver's license.
We will work with academic institutions to provide credit for this unpaid internship. Scope of the internship can vary depending on college requirements and the number of credits the intern would like to earn.
Contact: Mike Fargione | fargionem@caryinstitute.org