Field Assistant Application

Interested in helping us out in the field? Fill out the fields below with your information and we will get back to you if your availability and experience fits our needs. 

UPDATE FOR SUMMER 2024: We are accepting applications for part-time summer field interns only!
Read more below!

Part Time Field Assistants:
Do you live locally and prefer to volunteer less than full time (one to two days per week)? We can use you! Fill out the Application Portal below and verify that you are applying on a part-time basis. You do not need to send in a C.V. or resume. We will contact you as we go through applications. 

Overview:
​All field assistant positions are on a volunteer basis. 

Expectations for all positions:
Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• At least 18 years old
• Can lift 25-50 pounds and able to swim
• Flexible, mature, and hard-working
• Able to work well in small groups with a positive attitude (the team work and live together for the duration of the season)
• Willing to learn a variety of field and lab skills

Applicants of the following qualifications will be given priority:

• Available for the full field season (mid June to end of September)
• Currently enrolled in a related undergraduate or graduate program, or recent graduate
• Prior field experience with photo-ID and boat handling​ ​