Subsection of the AFS Education

ntrance into the fisheries profession can be difficult. Few professions offer as much in the way of job satisfaction, intellectual stimulation, and appealing surroundings, but these benefits attract more aspiring biologists than our profession can accommodate. The competition is therefore fierce, but not insurmount-able. We offer the following practical advice to help those entering the fisheries profession to survive and prosper, emphasizing specific tips and tactics. It is based on our recent experiences, both in getting posi-tions and in recruiting the best applicants for openings we have sought to fill. We originally assem-bled this material for a presentatio