Research Assistants Research assistant internships are a great opportunity to obtain biology field experience and hands-on experience working with nesting sea turtles!  Assistants are responsible for assisting the project coordinator in all aspects of running the project. It is crucial that assistants bring a positive attitude to the project, work well within a team, be adaptable to a variety of situations, and be prepared to partake in ALL aspects of the project. Responsibilities Research assistants are trained to conduct nightly 3-4 hour beach patrols, in which they take biometric data from nesting sea turtles, tag their front flippers, and move their nests to a protected area if there is one available. Other responsibilities vary among the projects, and include the following: