Institute for Marine Mammal Studies looking for interns

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Institute for Marine Mammal Studies is looking for interns this spring.

Those interested would be helping the research and animal care departments. These programs aim to help individuals gain experience in real-world settings.

The research internship focuses on the photo identification project of wild dolphins in the Mississippi Sound. Interns will assist in field work and data processing.

Animal care internships center around the care and training of bottlenose dolphins, sea lions, and large parrots.

The emphasis here is food preparation, daily cleaning, and facility maintenance.

You can find the application to apply here. Applications must be 18 or older and the deadline to apply is February 15.