This program offers a unique paid, hands-on summer internship experience mentored by fisheries professionals, specifically aiming to diversify the fisheries profession by encouraging participation from underrepresented groups.
The Hutton Junior Fisheries Biology Program is an eight-week paid summer internship designed for high school students, particularly rising high school seniors and rising college freshmen, who are interested in fisheries science and marine biology. The program aims to stimulate career interest in fisheries science among young individuals, especially those from underrepresented groups. Participants, known as Hutton Scholars, are matched with fisheries professionals for a hands-on experience in marine and/or freshwater settings. Activities can include stream sampling, seining, electrofishing, fish tagging, ecosystem restoration projects, water quality testing, data processing, and examining specimens under a microscope. Students gain practical research skills, fieldwork experience, and an understanding of conservation issues and the importance of healthy aquatic systems. The program emphasizes active participation in habitat protection, restoration, and management projects. Scholars also develop communication skills through public education initiatives and learn about career opportunities in the field of fisheries science. The internship culminates in reports and presentations summarizing their projects, providing valuable experience for college admissions and future STEM careers.
A typical day involves a mix of fieldwork, research activities, and educational initiatives, with students participating in hands-on experiences such as stream sampling, seining, fish tagging, and ecosystem restoration projects.
This program is best for high school juniors and seniors with an interest in STEM, marine biology, environmental protection, and a desire for hands-on field and laboratory experience in fisheries science.
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