• Naturaliste Charters Marine Intern Program - Expression of Interest

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  • Thank you for your interest in the Naturaliste Charters Marine Biology Internship for the upcoming Bremer Canyon Orca (killer whale) season.

    This internship provides aspiring marine scientists and graduates with the opportunity to gain practical experience onboard our Killer Whale Expeditions operating from Bremer Bay, Western Australia.

    Interns work alongside our onboard Marine Biologists, photographers and vessel crew while gaining experience in marine fauna observation, killer whale identification, behavioural data collection and science communication.

    Our expeditions travel approximately 50 km offshore on the Southern Ocean, and days onboard can be long, physically demanding and unpredictable. While marine science is a major part of the internship, interns are also an important part of the onboard team and are expected to assist with general vessel and passenger duties.

    The internship does not stop when we step off the boat. There is always work to do following each day’s expedition, including entering data, writing the daily blog and cataloguing sightings. While it is important to manage your rest, interns will be required to complete a minimum level of post-expedition work, including data entry and photo-identification tasks. Beyond this, the opportunity is flexible and we welcome any additional skills you may wish to contribute.

    This Expression of Interest will help us learn a little more about you, your experience and your suitability for the internship. We accept interns will all levels of experience, so be honest – we just want to make sure you’re the right fit.

    Please note that applications for the upcoming season close on October 1st. Those submitted after this date may not be reviewed.

  • About You

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  • Please Note
    As opportunities like this are limited in Australia and there is strong interest from local applicants, this internship is currently open to Australian residents only.
     
    We hope to extend this opportunity to international applicants in the future as the program continues to grow and our capacity allows.
     
    Where in Australia are you based?

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  • Why do you want to join us?

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  • Your Experience

  • Do you have previous marine science or fieldwork experience?*
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  • Do you have experience with any of the following?*
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  • Do you have experience with any of the following?*

  • Boating and offshore experience

  • Our Bremer Canyon Killer Whale Expeditions travel approximately 50 km offshore and may operate in challenging Southern Ocean conditions.

  • Do you have previous boating or vessel experience?*
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  • What is the longest period of time you have previously spent on a vessel at sea?*
  • How would you describe your susceptibility to seasickness?*
  • Have you previously spent a full day offshore in rough or challenging sea conditions?*
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  • Working onboard

  • The internship is not limited to marine biology duties. Interns are part of the onboard team and may be required to assist with general vessel cleaning, passenger loading and disembarking, and other general crew duties.

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  • How would you describe your qualities when working in a team?*

  • Science Communication

  • An important part of the internship involves communicating marine science and sharing the events of each expedition with our passengers and wider audience.

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  • Short writing task

    Imagine you have just returned from a Bremer Canyon Killer Whale Expedition where a group of killer whales were observed travelling, socialising and interacting with a pod of pilot whales.

    In approximately 100–150 words, write a short introduction to a daily expedition blog aimed at our passengers and general audience.

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  • Availability

  • Interns must be available for a minimum of seven consecutive days during the Bremer Canyon Orca season.

  • Please select all periods you may be available*

  • Supporting documents

  • Please upload your current CV or résumé.

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  • Optional supporting documents

    You may upload examples of relevant scientific writing, research projects, publications, photography or science communication work.

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  • Thank you for taking the time to complete this Expression of Interest.
     
    Please note that submission of this form does not guarantee a position in the internship program. All applications will be reviewed through a selection process.
     
    Successful applicants will be notified by 1 November. We sincerely appreciate your interest in joining us and the time you've taken to apply.

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