The Geometric Ecology Lab at the Hawai’i Institute of Marine Biology is looking for two highly motivated undergraduate students to help advance ongoing projects. Experience with marine ecology/biology and any specific technique mentioned below is appreciated but not required. Enthusiasm and motivation to learn about coral reef fishes or coral restoration are key!
Preferring students based in Hawaii - No flight or accommodation will be provided - Students need to be able to come to HIMB on Moku O Lo’e.
Position 1: Fish Video Analysis
Do you have a passion for coral reef fishes and can’t get enough of watching them? Then this internship is for you. The primary goal will be to analyze videos from reefs in Kaneohe Bay to understand the link between the structure of the reef and fish diversity and functioning. Tasks include video analysis, data entry, occasional field work, and helping with various projects in the lab. We are looking for someone who is detail-oriented, has some experience with data entry, is organized, able to work independently, curious, and kind. Experiences in video analysis, fish identification, and marine field work are a plus.
Application closing date: 03/14/2025
Ideal start date: 03/24/2025
Work hours: Flexible, 8-20 hrs/week
Send CV and cover letter to Nina Schiettekatte (ninamds@hawaii.edu)
Position 2: Artificial Reef Construction and Monitoring
Are you interested in Hawaiian corals and reef restoration? The Geometric Ecology Lab at the Hawaiʻi Institute of Marine Biology (HIMB) is looking for an undergraduate student who is detail- oriented, flexible, driven, capable, and independent. The purpose of this project is to determine what shape combinations (module and coral morphology) result in greatest success (fusion, growth, and survival) for coral micro-fragments.
Duties: Learning how to operate a large-scale 3D printer, create silicon molds, mix/cast concrete, collect and fragment coral colonies, and snorkel to assist in deploying and monitoring artificial reef structures. Training will be provided where necessary. Experience and/or familiarity with the aforementioned duties are preferred, but not required.
Requirements: Reliable transport to and from HIMB, ability safely to lift 60lbs, and be comfortable with snorkeling/breath holds for module deployments/monitoring.
Application closing date: 03/14/2025
Ideal start date: 03/24/2025
Work hours: Flexible, 10-20 hrs/week
Send CV and cover letter to Jon Ehrenberg (jgke@hawaii.edu)