This request is for a new collection
of information. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration's (NOAA) Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument
(PMNM) would like to collect student data and information for the
purposes of selecting candidates for its research internship
program in partnership with the University of Hawaii. The
application package would contain: (1) a form requesting
information on academic background and professional experiences,
(2) reference forms in support of the internship application by two
educational or professional references, and (3) a support letter
from one academic professor or advisor. The application form would
be electronic and submitted via email.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that
the collection of information encompassed by this request complies
with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR
1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding
the proposed collection of information, that the certification
covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a
benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control
number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of
these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked
and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.