Ecology Intern
Overview
We are currently accepting applications for a Field Ecology Intern in one of our Midwestern offices. This internship typically runs May-August, but the duration is negotiable based on your schedule.
Please be advised that most of the work is performed in our Midwestern locations If you don’t live in the proximity to these cities, you will need a reliable transportation to arrive on the site.
The Ecology Intern will work with ecology and regulatory personnel to perform all aspects of fieldwork and assist with data entry and compilation of technical reports. The intern will work under the supervision of a senior member of the Ecology team. You will be part of the fast-paced and rapid-growing company with a mission as part of a team that is always ready to support you in your learning process!
What your day-to-day might look like?
You will be assisting our Field Ecology team, so expect to be on the field around 90% of your time! You will learn how to collect a variety of field data, including delineating streams and wetlands, monitoring for vegetation, conducting biological and geomorphic stream surveys, and performing hydrological monitoring!
Please be advised that we perform these tasks come rain or come shine and working outside in harsh and under adverse weather conditions (including both cold and hot environments) is part of the routine. You will also be walking long distances, climbing, bending, lifting heavy objects, and performing other physical activities.
Around 10% of your time, you will be assisting in office work. You will be dealing with data entry and technical report preparation, as well as other restoration site maintenance and management tasks, so be ready to showcase your technical writing, communication skills, and attention to detail during the interview!
Qualifications
We would love to talk to you if you have many of the following:
- Recently graduated or currently pursuing a degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology, Natural Resource Management, or related field
- Ability to interpret environmental assessments and mapping
- A love for the outdoors!
What will make you stand out?
- Biological surveying (fish and macroinvertebrate) experience
- Geologic, soils, and hydrologic experience
- Plant identification skills
- Experience using GPS units and ArcMap
- Experience in surveying and the use of Trimble and/or other total station equipment
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RES is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.