Scientific Illustration of Flora and Fauna – Internship Opportunity In Greece
Event
In Sámos (Greece)
Description
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Type
Event
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Level
Intermediate
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Location
Sámos (Greece)
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Duration
6 Months
Focusing on illustrations of marine and terrestrial biodiversity in the Eastern Aegean Islands, interns have the opportunity to partake in different conservation-based projects.
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About this course
By sketching from marine and terrestrial wildlife observations and pre-collected objects, they are merging photographic images with the knowledge of scientists. In addition, the interns create illustrations that are used in projects and campaigns that aim to raise public awareness of environmental issues. As a result, they contribute to the environmental conservation efforts of Archipelagos while developing dynamic personal portfolios.
• At least one year of college or university studies in the fields of
marine, environmental, geographical and/or related sciences
• Experience in identification of marine flora
• Experience in snorkeling, free-diving and/or kayaking
• Capacity for accurate and consistent data collection and analysis
• Comfortable working under low supervision as well as leading a
project independently
• Ability to write scientific reports and papers
• Ability to work both individually and as part of a dynamic, multi-
cultural, multidisciplinary team
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Subjects
- Illustration
- Scientific
- Illustrations
- Creating
- Bird
- Amphibian
- Terrestrial
- Mammal species
- Terrestrial plant
- Plant
- Fish
Course programme
- Creating scientific illustrations of bird, reptilian, amphibian, and terrestrial mammal species
- Creating scientific illustrations of terrestrial plant, shrub and tree species
- Creating scientific illustrations of marine mammals, fish, invertebrates, as well as marine flora
- Creating scientific illustrations for informational material used in public awareness activities
Additional information
Living expenses (shared accommodation, all meals, wi-fi)
Use of equipment & research boats
Transport for working purposes
Greek language lessons
Students and recent graduates are advised to explore possible funding through their universities, by getting in touch with the Finance / International Relations / Placement/ Erasmus+ Offices at their Universities or other relevant grant providing organizations in their region.
Travelling costs are NOT included and are covered by the participant.
Scientific Illustration of Flora and Fauna – Internship Opportunity In Greece