Gavin Palamara knew a little about aquaculture prior to sitting in on an informational seminar detailing a new internship program being rolled out this summer. Following the Feb. 22 introduction to the Apprenticeship in Shellfish Aquaculture Program, however, the Southern Regional High School senior’s interest level rose dramatically.

“I’m definitely going to apply,” he said. “It’s an interesting opportunity because it’s a different way of farming and it seems like a great program.