CIIMAR-Madeira is a private, non-profit organization based in Madeira Island, Portugal. It is a unique organization specialized on insular environments, which is currently involved in the development of fundamental and applied scientific research, both in atmospheric and marine sciences. CIIMAR-Madeira is a part of the Oceanic Observatory of Madeira (OOM),a research unit within the Regional Agency for the Development of Research, Technology and Innovation (ARDITI). OOM seeks to become a centre of excellence dedicated to research and permanent monitoring of the ocean. This initiative brings together a multidisciplinary scientific community, joining several institutions with the aim of promoting cooperation and resource optimization. For more information about CIIMAR-Madeira and OOM please visit *http://home.ciimarmadeira.org/ <http://home.ciimarmadeira.org/> and http://oom.arditi.pt <http://oom.arditi.pt> * *CIIMAR-Madeira/OOM/ARDITI is looking for interns to help with our marine mammals’ research project (CETUS project) based in Madeira Island, Portugal.* We are currently filling positions for: April-May 2019 June – mid August 2019 *Internship Details:* The interns will be enrolled in data collection on board ferries with a fixed route between Madeira Island and Porto Santo Island. Food on board is provided. These positions are unpaid but we encourage candidates to seek grants where we can post as host institution. In order to cover for logistic expenses, there is a monthly fee of 75eur. Priority will be given to those who can commit for longer periods of time. Non-European candidates must cover their own insurance expenses. *Internship description:* - An intensive training on monitoring protocol, cetacean identification and data processing and analysis; - Sea surveys Madeira-Porto Santo; - Educational activities in local schools or to the general public (when possible); - Free time to visit Madeira and Porto Santo; - Accident insurance. Successful applicants should possess or be enrolled in a BS or MS course in biology or related, be reliable, dedicated, adaptable and patient, as this work is highly weather dependent and requires consecutive days of work at sea. If you are an undergraduate or graduate student interested in pursuing a career in marine mammal research, this is an excellent opportunity to learn and gain experience at sea. Application deadline is 17th February. If you are interested in interning with CIIMAR-Madeira/OOM/ARDITI, please send a CV and a letter of interest stating your qualifications for this position to rita.ferreira@oom.arditi.pt. Thank you, Rita Ferreira, MSc CIIMAR-Madeira, OOM-ARDITI Phone: *+351291721246 <+351%20291%20721%20246>*