Multitrack Aquaculture Intern

Classification: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Farm Manager

Summary/Objective

The Aquaculture Internship will help foster learning opportunities and provide hands on experience in different aspects of a commercial aquaculture enterprise during a short-term appointment (e.g., from May to August or other 3-4 month periods). Internships are available in different ‘tracks’ including:

General aquaculture/farm operations

Research and development

Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred track(s) in their application. Interns will demonstrate a passion for aquaculture and a strong commitment to the principles of their chosen track. Responsibilities vary among the tracks, but may include daily fish husbandry and farm hygiene tasks (general aquaculture and R&D tracks), microbiological testing, assisting with research pro-jects and data collection (R&D track). All internships offer unique perspectives regarding the inner workings of a large commercial aquaculture operation in addition to track-specific experiential learning opportunities.  

Essential Functions

Exhibiting familiarity with and adherence to safety standards and other safety guidance

Records-keeping related to assigned tasks.  

Always working to produce products people can trust by recognizing poor quality and communicating with management.

Providing prompt, friendly and courteous service to internal and external customers.

Continually pursuing sustainability of our natural resources with every decision, decreasing waste and being conscious of individual choices

Advocating positive change within our team, empowering one another

Follow instructions and guidance of a supervisor at all times.

Completing other duties as required

Competencies

Fluency in written and spoken English

Competency with Microsoft Office program suite, including Word, Excel, and Power-Point

Attention to detail, critical thinking, safety, and continual improvement

Work Environment

This internship operates in an outdoor environment. This role is routinely exposed to inclement weather conditions.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an intern to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

All tracks:

Alternately walking and sitting for long periods of time is required. 

The ability to bend, squat, kneel, step, reach, lift, push, pull, see, hear and talk are required.  

General aquaculture, R&D tracks only:

Ability to lift 50 pounds and work safely in physically demanding conditions (e.g., in hot or cold weather, in wet or high humidity environments)

Fine motor skills (e.g., those associated with laboratory work, chemical handling, operation of analytical equipment) are required.  

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

The internship is a temporary full-time position which could include weekends (Saturday and Sunday). A part time internship may be offered and will work as needed. Weekly hours will vary based on location needs. Expected hours of work begins in the early morning hours and will typically end mid-afternoon as determined by the location’s needs.

Travel

Local travel is required.

Required Education and Experience

The ability to speak, read, understand and follow directions with or without reasonable accommodations

Valid driver’s license and good driving record

Students in good academic standing at any university or college are eligible

Preferred Education and Experience

Students enrolled in fisheries/aquaculture, animal science, food science, or related programs of study institutions of higher learning.

Students in Idaho or Washington are particularly encouraged to apply.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

None.

Other Duties

Please note this description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.