Phase II - During NERTO

Once you arrive at your NERTO site, there are several things to keep in mind:

• Remember that NERTO stands for NOAA Experiential Research & Training Opportunities. Your NOAA mentor understands this but others in the host office may be unaware.
• Be able to explain that the purpose of your NERTO is to gain a better understanding of NOAA mission-aligned science, and create professional networking, by spending 12 weeks at a NOAA facility and working along with NOAA scientists.
• Introduce yourself with the proper affiliation e.g. My name is "John Doe", I am a NOAA EPP/MSI Earth System Sciences and Remote Sensing Scholar pursuing a Master's degree in Earth and Environmental Engineering at The City College of New York.
• Be able to explain and describe your research goals and objectives. Don't forget to include the social relevance of your work
• Be able to explain the approved work plan for your NERTO
• Remember that you are the Center's ambassador. Take any goodies (pens, bags, etc.) from the Center to share
• Be able to summarize all our activities at CESSRST. They might ask you about other research areas of CESSRST, and you should be able to respond
• Be very professional, both verbally and in writing, when interacting with NOAA scientists and staff
• In preparation for writing your end of NERTO report:
  -Keep a daily /weekly log of your activities and work. This will help you write your report at the end.
  -Take good quality pictures that show you in action with your NOAA mentor(s). You need at least 4 for your report.
• During the COVID19, it is important to tag up with your advisors and NERTO mentors, and CESSRST Education Expert weekly or bi-weekly as needed.
• Be in constant communication (via e-mail and/or calls) with the Center Mentor, and Center management (Dr. Shakila Merchant and/or Dr. Fred Moshary) during the 12 weeks
• Be in regular contact with Dr. Shakila Merchant and/or Dr. Fred Moshary to give feedback on your experience and if you have difficulties with any things during the NERTO.
• Before leaving, thank (both in writing and verbally) all the NOAA scientists and staff with whom you worked