What happens during a day of a marine biologist's life?
Marine biology is the perfect career choice for budding underwater explorers—those who are fascinated by ocean creatures like sharks, crabs, fish, and coral. Marine biologists during tha day study saltwater organisms and their relationships to their environments. The specific subject areas that marine biologists focus on are almost limitless. Some might research the migration of ocean seals in the morning, while others might investigate the interaction between sea anemones and coral in the afternoon, in a certain area. They also look at the complex chemical makeup of marine toxins, both natural (in poisonous sea creatures) and man-made. Many marine biologists work at large aquariums throughout the day, caring for the creatures that live there. Others study the population fluctuations in different species of fish.
Would it be a good idea to seek out internships?
Internships are an ideal way to get introduced to marine biology research. Internships are a great idea for yourself to get more involved and your hands dirty whith what you want to pursue. So they are there to give an opportunity to learn and to be there if you would like to do that profession. Many marine laboratories have internships for college students. Internships for high school students are less common. One of the most successful systems is the Research Experiences for Undergraduate Programs, run by the National Science Foundation.
In general, internships are a great way to get hands on experiences for any type of career ranging from being a doctor to being an architect. It is a good way to learn more about your field or industry, apply your knowledge learned in the classroom to a realistic environment, gain valuable work experience, and develop and build upon skills.
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