BioSurvey Group Seeking Senior Bat Biologist

BioSurvey Group is currently seeking qualified applicants for a Senior Bat Biologist position. A full job description is attached.

More information can be found at www.BioSurveyGroup.com and resumes can be submitted to Info@BioSurveyGroup.com

early career fellowships in Acadia National Park

Launched in 2022, The Cathy and Jim Gero Acadia Early-Career Fellowship is a highly competitive 10-month program for recent college graduates to develop professional skills in conservation fields, engage learners of all ages in science, and advance science to inform stewardship in Acadia National Park. The Fellowship is possible through the generous support of Cathy and Jim Gero, the National Park Service, Schoodic Institute, and the National Park Foundation.

Three fellowships will be awarded in 2025 for Science Research, Science Communication, and Environmental Science Education.

Learn more at https://schoodicinstitute.org/science/early-career-fellowship/

Harvard Forest Summer Research Program - application is Open

 Applications are now open for the Harvard Forest Summer Research Program in Ecology! The Harvard Forest Summer Research Program in Ecology is an immersive research experience, connecting undergraduate students to mentors and researchers in the pursuit of scientific inquiry. Each year, 15-25 undergraduates from across the US live and work at the 4,000-acre Harvard Forest for 11 weeks. Students work with a research mentor in interdisciplinary team-based projects focused on how ecosystems change over time, especially in response to human and natural disturbance.

 

Harvard Forest is Harvard University's world-class ecological research hub at the nexus of many national and international scientific networks, which Summer Program students leverage to conduct research and build their careers through: 

· Research: Work collaboratively to solve environmental problems using scientific methods.  

· Education: Bridge from student to scientist, build marketable skills, learn how to use and understand data 

· Community: Join scientists at a world-class virtual research hub to expand your network 

 

Program Details for 2025:  

· The 11-week program dates are May 26 to August 8, 2025  

· Includes $7,700 stipend, plus full room & board, and travel to/from Harvard Forest

· Applications are currently open and are due Feb. 7, 2025:  Learn more here: https://harvardforest.fas.harvard.edu/education/reu-apply or go directly to the application here: https://etap.nsf.gov/award/7205/opportunity/10261

· Questions?  See FAQ or contact hf-srpe@fas.harvard.edu 

Lab Tech and seasonal assistants in Aquatic Disease Ecology at Cary Institute - NY

 The Stewart Merrill RAD Lab (Research on Aquatic Disease) is thrilled to be hiring multiple positions: a full-time laboratory technician, and 1-2 seasonal project assistants (for field/lab-work starting summer 2025). Members will join our team investigating the drivers and consequences of infectious disease in aquatic ecosystems. Positions are based at the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies in Millbrook, NY.

The positions involve:

Conducting aquatic field sampling protocols focused on benthic and planktonic invertebrates in freshwater ponds and lakes dissection and/or visualization of invertebrate hosts for parasite isolation, identification, and quantification laboratory-based duties, including maintaining general laboratory organization, culturing algae and zooplankton, and assisting with experimental protocols.

Please visit Lab Technician and Seasonal Project Assistant for position details and instructions on how to apply. And you can visit the following links to learn more about Dr. Tara Stewart Merrill and the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies.

Review of applications will begin on January 15, 2025.

Riparian and Wetland Botanist, fieldwork in northern CA

 OVERVIEW

The Institute for Natural Resources (Portland, OR office; https://www.pdx.edu/inr/institute-natural-resources) is partnering with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to implement their Riparian and Wetland Assessment, Inventory, and Monitoring (R&W AIM) strategy, which is targeted at collecting standardized data from wetlands and riparian areas across BLM Districts in the western U.S.  Work will focus on sites in northern California.  Data collection will follow the AIM National Aquatic Monitoring Framework: Field Protocol for Lentic Riparian and Wetland Systems (TR 1735-3).

We are recruiting a Riparian and Wetland Botanist to participate in a three-person crew that will be based in Portland, OR but working in northern CA.  The position is field-based and will require rough camping for 8 days at a time (e.g., away from established campgrounds and infrastructure).  Sampling sites may sometimes be near a town, but often the towns will have few amenities or entertainment, and crew members will need to bring enough food and supplies to last the entire hitch.  Cell phone service from any carrier (Verizon is usually the best) is poor to non-existent in many areas.  Applicants should also understand that this is physically and mentally demanding work. The crew will work eight consecutive ~10-hour days, followed by a 6-day break.  They will work in all kinds of weather (including hot temperatures) and with the possibility of fire smoke, and frequently will have to navigate difficult roads before lugging awkward and heavy equipment across uneven terrain to access a site. Crew members may be asked to perform data tasks and attend meetings during 6-day breaks from fieldwork. 

Mandatory paid training will occur May 5 through 10 in Carson City, NV.  Regular field sampling will begin later in May and will continue into August, and will consist of at least six 80-hour work hitches. Each hitch will run from Wednesday through Wednesday.  INR will supply all of the equipment necessary to carry out the work, including vehicle, sampling equipment, waterproof boots, shared camping equipment (i.e., stove and water jug), and fire safety equipment. Crew members are expected to provide personal items, including closed toe hiking boots, backpack for carrying field gear, tent, sleeping bag and pad.  Crew members are also responsible for arranging their own housing in between hitches.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications:

- A Bachelor’s Degree (or current student) in Botany, Biology, Ecology, Soil Science, Environmental Science, Horticulture, Natural Resources or related subject.

- Ability to to identify plants using dichotomous keys and to recognize common taxa such as the sunflower family, pea family, etc.

- Experience following standardized field sampling protocols, including: data entry and management using electronic devices; navigating to and collecting coordinates with hand-held GPS units and other electronic devices; and using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access).

- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record (DUI or other serious convictions need not apply).

- Willingness to spend multiple days camping in the field where hazards (snakes, bears, deadfall, lightning, poison oak, flash floods, fires, smoke, etc.) may be encountered.

- Willingness to work irregular hours in harsh environments and challenging weather, and carry 40-50 pounds in a backpack over uneven terrain.

- Demonstrated ability to work productively as part of a team to accomplish mutual goals, and to work independently as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Studies have shown that women and minorities often don’t apply for positions where they don’t meet all of the preferred skills and experience. We recognize that there are many different paths, experiences, and diverse backgrounds that add value to one’s work, and encourage applicants to apply even if they do not have all of the preferred skills.

- Two seasons of botany field data collection, and at least one season supervising others in related tasks.

- Coursework in Plant Taxonomy and/or Systematics with additional training in wetland/riparian plant identification. Herbarium experience may substitute for coursework.

-Knowledge of wetland flora of northern California, including ferns, graminoids, forbs, and woody plants. 

- Experience preparing voucher and herbarium specimens.

- Experience characterizing wetland and aquatic habitats in the field using standardized protocols, including Cowardian wetland classifications, hydric soil indicators, and riparian vegetation.

- Experience driving and maintaining 4WD trucks, especially in off-road situations.

- CPR and/or Wilderness First Aid certification.  (INR can reimburse the cost of courses.)

EXPECTATIONS

In addition to the above qualifications, we expect crew members to commit to the entire field season, to practice safety awareness, including vehicle safety procedures, to communicate regularly with INR support staff and BLM agency staff, to participate in INR and BLM trainings, and to contribute to building a healthy and fun work team environment.

TRAINING

This position is ideal for people who are committed to ongoing learning and development and who are interested in a career in wetlands. You will receive paid training on the AIM protocols and associated methodology.  You will also have the opportunity to interact with seasoned staff scientists from both the BLM and INR.  Mandatory training (for all crew members) on the R&W AIM protocol will occur May 5-10 in Carson City, NV.

COMPENSATION

Salary is based on qualifications and experience.  The starting salary is $23.45 an hour. You will also receive a total of $480 per diem for food costs per hitch and lodging reimbursement of up to $175 per hitch (e.g., for camping at established campgrounds).  We will also cover per diem, including two travel days, associated with training.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit the following as a single email attachment to Kyla Zaret (R&W AIM Crew Manager at INR, kzaretATpdx.edu          kzaret@pdx.edu).

1.  Letter of interest. Please describe your background, including any volunteer and/or military service, professional experience, recreational interests or hobbies that help demonstrate your suitability for work in harsh and challenging conditions; and your reasons for pursuing this opportunity and how it ties into your long-term career goals.

2.  Resume including all degrees and related coursework.

3.  Names of three (3) references.

Application review will begin immediately, but we will not start interviewing candidates until January 2025.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Additional information about the Institute for Natural Resources can be found on our website at https://www.pdx.edu/inr/institute-natural-resources. Additional information on the AIM strategy, including the protocols, can be found at https://www.blm.gov/aim.

Riparian and Wetland Soils and Hydrology Technicians (2), fieldwork in OR or northern CA

OVERVIEW

The Institute for Natural Resources (Portland, OR office; https://www.pdx.edu/inr/institute-natural-resources) is partnering with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to implement their Riparian and Wetland Assessment, Inventory, and Monitoring (R&W AIM) strategy, which is targeted at collecting standardized data from wetlands and riparian areas across BLM Districts in the western U.S.  Work will focus on sites in northern California (1 position) or in central and southeastern Oregon (1 position).  Data collection will follow the AIM National Aquatic Monitoring Framework: Field Protocol for Lentic Riparian and Wetland Systems (TR 1735-3).

We are recruiting two Riparian and Wetland Soils and Hydrology Technicians, each of whom will participate in a three-person crew.  Both will be based in Portland, OR, but one crew will be working in northeast CA and the other will be working in central and southeast OR.  The position is field-based and will require rough camping for 8 days at a time (e.g., away from established campgrounds and infrastructure).  Sampling sites may sometimes be near a town, but often the towns will have few amenities or entertainment, and crew members will need to bring enough food and supplies to last the entire hitch.  Cell phone service from any carrier (Verizon is usually the best) is poor to non-existent in many areas.  Applicants should also understand that this is physically and mentally demanding work. The crew will work eight consecutive ~10-hour days, followed by a 6-day break.  They will work in all kinds of weather (including hot temperatures) and with the possibility of fire smoke, and frequently will have to navigate difficult roads before lugging awkward and heavy equipment across uneven terrain to access a site. Crew members may be asked to perform data tasks and attend meetings during 6-day breaks from fieldwork.

Mandatory paid training will occur May 5 through 10 in Carson City, NV.  Regular field sampling will begin later in May and will continue into August, and will consist of at least six 80-hour work hitches. Each hitch will run from Wednesday through Wednesday.  INR will supply all of the equipment necessary to carry out the work, including vehicle, sampling equipment, waterproof boots, shared camping equipment (i.e., stove and water jug), and fire safety equipment. Crew members are expected to provide personal items, including closed toe hiking boots, backpack for carrying field gear, tent, sleeping bag and pad.  Crew members are also responsible for arranging their own housing in between hitches.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications:

- A Bachelor’s Degree (or current student) in Environmental Science, Biology, Hydrology, Water Resources or related subject.

- Experience following standardized field sampling protocols, including: data entry and management using electronic devices; navigating to and collecting coordinates with hand-held GPS units and other electronic devices; and using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access).

- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record (DUI or other serious convictions need not apply).

- Willingness to spend multiple days camping in the field where hazards (snakes, bears, deadfall, lightning, poison oak, flash floods, fires, etc.) may be encountered.

- Willingness to work irregular hours in harsh environments and challenging weather, and carry 40-50 pounds in a backpack over uneven terrain.

- Demonstrated ability to work productively as part of a team to accomplish mutual goals, and to work independently as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Studies have shown that women and minorities often don’t apply for positions where they don’t meet all of the preferred skills and experience. We recognize that there are many different paths, experiences, and diverse backgrounds that add value to one’s work, and encourage applicants to apply even if they do not have all of the preferred skills.

- One season of wetland soils and hydrology field data collection.

- Experience characterizing riparian and wetland habitats in the field using standardized protocols, including sampling soil profiles, measuring water quality parameters and collecting water samples, and interpreting field indicators to classify wetland types.

- Experience driving and maintaining 4WD trucks, especially in off-road situations.

- CPR and/or Wilderness First Aid certification.  (INR can reimburse the cost of courses.)

EXPECTATIONS

In addition to the above qualifications, we expect crew members to commit to the entire field season, to practice safety awareness, including vehicle safety procedures, to communicate regularly with INR support staff and BLM agency staff, to participate in INR and BLM trainings, and to contribute to building a healthy and fun work team environment.

TRAINING

This position is ideal for people who are committed to ongoing learning and development and who are interested in a career in wetlands. You will receive paid training on the AIM protocols and associated methodology.  You will also have the opportunity to interact with seasoned staff scientists from both the BLM and INR.  Mandatory training (for all crew members) on the R&W AIM protocol will occur May 5-10 in Carson City, NV.

COMPENSATION

Salary is based on qualifications and experience.  The starting salary is $19.68 an hour. You will also receive a total of $480 per diem for food costs per hitch and lodging reimbursement of up to $175 per hitch (e.g., for camping at established campgrounds).  We will also cover per diem, including two travel days, associated with training.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit the following as a single email attachment to Kyla Zaret (R&W AIM Crew Manager at INR, kzaretATpdx.edu        kzaret@pdx.edu ).

1.  Letter of interest. Please describe your background, including any volunteer and/or military service, professional experience, recreational interests or hobbies that help demonstrate your suitability for work in harsh and challenging conditions; and your reasons for pursuing this opportunity and how it ties into your long-term career goals.

2.  Resume including all degrees and related coursework.

3.  Names of three (3) references.

Application review will begin immediately, but we will not start interviewing candidates until January 2025.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Additional information about the Institute for Natural Resources can be found on our website at https://www.pdx.edu/inr/institute-natural-resources. Additional information on the AIM strategy, including the protocols, can be found at https://www.blm.gov/aim.

Riparian and Wetland Crew Leads (2), fieldwork in OR or northern CA

OVERVIEW

The Institute for Natural Resources (Portland, OR office; https://www.pdx.edu/inr/institute-natural-resources) is partnering with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to implement their Riparian and Wetland Assessment, Inventory, and Monitoring (R&W AIM) strategy, which is targeted at collecting standardized data from wetlands and riparian areas across BLM Districts in the western U.S.  Work will focus on sites in northern California (1 position) or in central and southeastern Oregon (1 position).  Data collection will follow the AIM National Aquatic Monitoring Framework: Field Protocol for Lentic Riparian and Wetland Systems (TR 1735-3).

We are recruiting two Riparian and Wetland Crew Leads, each of whom will participate in a three-person crew.  Both will be based in Portland, OR, but one crew will be working in northeast CA and the other will be working in central and southeast OR.  The position is field-based and will require rough camping for 8 days at a time (e.g., away from established campgrounds and infrastructure).  Sampling sites may sometimes be near a town, but often the towns will have few amenities or entertainment, and crew members will need to bring enough food and supplies to last the entire hitch.  Cell phone service from any carrier (Verizon is usually the best) is poor to non-existent in many areas.  Applicants should also understand that this is physically and mentally demanding work. The crew will work eight consecutive ~10-hour days, followed by a 6-day break.  They will work in all kinds of weather (including hot temperatures) and with the possibility of fire smoke, and frequently will have to navigate difficult roads before lugging awkward and heavy equipment across uneven terrain to access a site. Crew members may be asked to perform data tasks and attend meetings during 6-day breaks from fieldwork.

Mandatory paid training will occur May 5 through 10 in Carson City, NV.  Regular field sampling will begin later in May and will continue into August, and will consist of at least six 80-hour work hitches. Each hitch will run from Wednesday through Wednesday.  INR will supply all of the equipment necessary to carry out the work, including vehicle, sampling equipment, waterproof boots, shared camping equipment (i.e., stove and water jug), and fire safety equipment. Crew members are expected to provide personal items, including closed toe hiking boots, backpack for carrying field gear, tent, sleeping bag and pad.  Crew members are also responsible for arranging their own housing in between hitches.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications:

- A Bachelor’s Degree (or current student) in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Hydrology, Water Resources or related subject.

- Experience supervising technicians, volunteers or undergraduate students. Leadership in a volunteer or community organization, or in the military, can satisfy this requirement.

- Experience managing gear and equipment for a crew, lab class, team, or other organizational unit.

- Experience following standardized field sampling protocols, including: data entry and management using electronic devices; navigating to and collecting coordinates with hand-held GPS units and other electronic devices; and using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access).

- Experience driving 4WD trucks in off-road situations. Valid driver’s license and clean driving record (DUI or other serious convictions need not apply).

- Experience in and willingness to spend multiple days camping in the field where hazards (snakes, bears, deadfall, lightning, poison oak, flash floods, fires, etc.) may be encountered.

- Willingness to work irregular hours in harsh environments and challenging weather, and carry 40-50 pounds in a backpack over uneven terrain.

- Demonstrated ability to work productively as part of a team to accomplish mutual goals, and to work independently as required.

- CPR and First Aid Certification. (INR can reimburse the cost of courses.)

Preferred Qualifications:

Studies have shown that women and minorities often don’t apply for positions where they don’t meet all of the preferred skills and experience. We recognize that there are many different paths, experiences, and diverse backgrounds that add value to one’s work, and encourage applicants to apply even if they do not have all of the preferred skills.

- Two seasons of wetland-related field data collection (e.g., wetland plants, soils and/or hydrology), and at least one season supervising others in related tasks.

- Experience characterizing riparian and wetland habitats in the field using standardized protocols, including sampling soil profiles, measuring water quality parameters and collecting water samples, and interpreting field indicators to classify wetland types.

- Experience maintaining 4WD vehicles.

- Wilderness First Aid certification.  (INR can reimburse the cost of courses.)

EXPECTATIONS

In addition to the above qualifications, we expect crew members to commit to the entire field season, to practice safety awareness, including vehicle safety procedures, to communicate regularly with INR support staff and BLM agency staff, to participate in INR and BLM trainings, and to contribute to building a healthy and fun work team environment.

TRAINING

This position is ideal for people who are committed to ongoing learning and development and who are interested in a career in wetlands. You will receive paid training on the AIM protocols and associated methodology.  You will also have the opportunity to interact with seasoned staff scientists from both the BLM and INR.  Mandatory training (for all crew members) on the R&W AIM protocol will occur May 5-10 in Carson City, NV.

COMPENSATION

Salary is based on qualifications and experience.  The starting salary is $21.42 an hour. You will also receive a total of $480 per diem for food costs per hitch and lodging reimbursement of up to $175 per hitch (e.g., for camping at established campgrounds).  We will also cover per diem, including two travel days, associated with training.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit the following as a single email attachment to Kyla Zaret (R&W AIM Crew Manager at INR, kzaretATpdx.edu    kzaret@pdx.edu).

1.  Letter of interest. Please describe your background, including any volunteer and/or military service, professional experience, recreational interests or hobbies that help demonstrate your suitability for work in harsh and challenging conditions; and your reasons for pursuing this opportunity and how it ties into your long-term career goals.

2.  Resume including all degrees and related coursework.

3.  Names of three (3) references.

Application review will begin immediately, but we will not start interviewing candidates until January 2025.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Additional information about the Institute for Natural Resources can be found on our website at https://www.pdx.edu/inr/institute-natural-resources. Additional information on the AIM strategy, including the protocols, can be found at https://www.blm.gov/aim.

NASA WILDLAND FIRES JOB/INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY

NASA WILDLAND FIRES JOB/INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY

Employment Timeframe: Depending on the speed of the hiring paperwork, the approximate start date is January 2025. Employment can continue (if the project manager and the student agree) until December 2025. The exact end date will be determined by funding levels and the amount of work left after the bulk of the mapping is completed. The project manager will check in at the end of every semester to determine if the student wants to continue working.

Project: Manual mapping of cropland field burning using various Earth Observation datasets. Candidates are required to 1) vectorize cropland field boundaries, 2) visually interpret cropland field conditions using a combination of commercial high-resolution (Planet), Sentinel-2, and Landsat-8 imagery, and 3) record pertinent information for each field with the shapefile attribute table. The data is created manually since we are creating validation data for a burned area product.

Skills: ArcGIS or QGIS skills required. Knowledge of remote sensing imagery is desired. Self-management is important as most hours will be unsupervised - outside of training and regular meetings to monitor progress.

Computer equipment: A personal laptop (with ArcGIS/QGIS) or access to the GEOG computer labs is required.

Hourly rate: $15 - $18 an hour. The exact amount TBD.

Hours per week: up to 40 hours per week. Ideally, 10 hours a week is the minimum (flexible during exam weeks, etc.)

Internship Opportunity: You can enroll in the internship credit alongside the hourly pay. Please speak to your undergraduate advisor for eligibility.

Contact Information: Dr. Joanne Hall, Assistant Research Professor, Email: jhall1@umd.edu

Please email Dr. Hall your resume if you are interested.

Internship Opportunity – Minnesota Department of Natural Resources

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Center for Aquatic Mollusk Programs (CAMP) has a very exciting summer internship opportunity that we would like to share with you! I've attached a flyer that summarizes the internships offered. 

Our program, CAMP, specializes in native freshwater mussel conservation. We propagate native freshwater mussels at our lab in Lake City, MN, with the goal of reintroducing them into streams and rivers in Minnesota and restoring their populations in their historic range. We also use scuba to monitor existing populations of mussels across the state of Minnesota. Both our propagation lab and our field team have internship positions available for students pursuing a degree in biology or other fields related to the environment (ecology, GIS, etc.). 

 

For those who don’t know, native freshwater mussels are essential in maintaining the health and resilience of our freshwater ecosystems. We often call them the “livers of the river” because they filter feed particles like algae, E.coli, and even fungi out of the water column and clean our water. They also provide habitat for other invertebrates and fish, and they deposit nutrients into the benthic layer for other animals to eat. Unfortunately, native freshwater mussel populations are threatened due to a multitude of anthropogenic stressors including poor water quality, stream fragmentation, and the colonization of invasive species. Freshwater mussels have only been studied for ~20 years and there are many things unknown about them, making malacology (the study of freshwater mussels) a great research and career opportunity!

 

This internship has the potential to be an independent study for your students and it is incredibly fun and educational! I myself was an intern for two summers and I fell in love with mussels! Interns will learn about native freshwater mussels and their importance in our freshwater ecosystems. They will also learn about mussel propagation strategies, mussel and fish identification, factors that are threatening mussel populations, and practicing safe scuba diving in unique diving conditions. Our lab often works with other state and national agencies, and there are many opportunities for interns to network and get a foot-in-the-door in the world of conservation. Many of our past interns have pursued higher education related to mussels or go on to work in natural resource conservation.

 

This is a paid internship. Interns receive $19/hr (40 hours a week, but overtime is common). Unfortunately, we cannot provide housing for interns. Most interns rent apartments with short-term leases for the summer or live with host families. However, I do run a carpool from my residence in Hastings, MN, so if interns live north of Lake City I can help reduce their gas consumption. We can also recommend cities that generally have cheaper rentals.

 

The application for the internship opens January 2^nd and closes January 31^st. Interested candidates can apply by searching the word “mussel” on the Minnesota State Jobs website:

Search Jobs / Careers in the State of Minnesota

 

*as a side note, any students applying for an internship do not have to be scuba certified before they apply, but they do need to be willing to become certified before the start date of their internship (we are available to help students find the resources to do this). 

If you have any question about the internship, application, or our program feel free to email me at zoe.schroeder@state.mn.us

 

Zoe Schroeder

Natural Resources Specialist | Center for Aquatic Mollusk Programs

Minnesota Department of Natural Resources

2111 N Lakeshore Dr

Lake City, MN, 55041

Phone: 651-274-5469

Email: zoe.schroeder@state.mn.us

mndnr.gov

Spring Education Internships at SERC

 

Do you enjoy teaching students, and are you interested in a career in Environmental Education? SERC is looking for Spring interns (2) for April-June 2025. We are searching for college students and recent graduates. 
 
SERC Education Interns work with Education staff and learn how to deliver hands-on science based on the practices of science of our Smithsonian scientists. This means setting up and taking down program materials, delivering programs to school groups (K-12th grade) and public programs, working with volunteers, and caring for fish tanks and turtles.  Education Interns are a part of the larger Public Engagement (PE) team and will meet with PE staff biweekly, including those from Citizen Science, Environmental Literacy, and media. 
 
Interns will undergo extensive training, ranging from safety and group management to biophobia, culturally responsive teaching and program content, and best practices for delivering programs for various ages and grades.
 
Deadline: January 15th, 2025
Employment Type: Temporary
Federal Position? No
Salary: $650 per week, housing may be available
Anticipated start date: Spring Season-April-June 2025
Location: Edgewater, MD
Work Model: Onsite and in-person
 
Additional details about the position and application requirements can be found in the attached document. Please reach out to Karen McDonald (mcdonaldk@si.edu) with any questions.

Seasonal bat work in KY/WV Appalachia

Normandeau Associates is looking for a seasonal field biologist to conduct bat acoustic surveys in Kentucky and/or West Virginia starting in June 2025.

Additional work may be available after project completion. See the attached job posting for more details and how to apply.

If you are interested in joining an exciting firm, please submit a cover letter, resume and 3 references to HRDept@normandeau.com with the subject TBB-24.

For questions about the job contact Eran Amichai, Senior Bat Biologist via email: eamichai@normandeau.com

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Eran Amichai, PhD

Bat Biologist

www.eamichai.weebly.com

Paid summer and year-long internships with Longwood Gardens Land Stewardship and Ecology program

 

Join Longwood Gardens’ Land Stewardship & Ecology team for a 10-week or 12-month internship managing our 700+ diverse acres of forests, meadows, wetlands, streams, ponds, and agricultural lands in a Pennsylvania Piedmont landscape. You will be immersed in both the practice of land stewardship and the science of ecology, learning from varied experiences that range from restoration of native plant communities and scientific data collection to GIS mapping and invasive species management.

 

What you gain:

Hands-on experience in ecological restoration planting, meadow management, trail maintenance, invasive species management, collecting and analyzing data.

Opportunities to help advance scientific research in ecology, test innovative land stewardship practices, engage with volunteers, and participate in educational programs related to land stewardship.

Exposure to experts in scientific ecology, native plant horticulture, and ecological landscape design.

 

Qualifications:

Currently enrolled in or completed an associate or bachelor’s degree in ecology, botany, environmental science, or a related field; a passion for land stewardship and conservation; high degree of motivation, organization, and attention to detail, and willingness to work independently; the ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, working from ladders, bending, stooping, lifting at least 50 pounds, and operating small equipment; and a valid driver’s license.

 

Application requirements:

Upload an updated CV or resume; upload a statement of purpose telling us why you are interested in coming to Longwood and what you hope to gain from this placement; provide the names and contact information for two references. Your references will only be contacted if you are selected as a finalist.

 

Salary: $19.00 Hourly

 

Benefits include:

Free furnished housing on the grounds of Longwood Gardens; medical insurance; 96 hours of personal time and 9 paid holidays; weekly field trips, hands-on workshops, lectures, and conferences; complimentary tickets to Longwood Gardens for friends and family

 

As one of the great gardens of the world located just 30 miles outside of Philadelphia, Longwood Gardens is rooted in a steadfast mission of bringing joy and inspiration to everyone through the beauty of nature, conservation, and learning. Across our many departments, each and every staff member creates the magic that makes our Gardens distinctive. Our team of dynamic professionals is what sets us apart, and our spirit of legacy, innovation, and opportunity is what guides us. While beauty is our heart, our people are our soul.

 

Longwood Gardens is committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive environment that celebrates the complexities and differences of all living things. We welcome and respect diverse backgrounds, life experiences, and perspectives. Diversity creates a more beautiful world, sparks innovation, and unites us.

 

To apply: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=181b5b63-e5e7-4ecf-8085-a1618c3e9975&ccId=9200684794522_2&lang=en_US


Lea Johnson, Ph.D.
Associate Director, Land Stewardship and Ecology
Longwood Gardens
P.O. Box 501
Kennett Square, PA 19348

610.388.5349
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Undergraduate Summer Research Freshwater@UW

 

Freshwater@UW Undergraduate Summer Research Opportunities Program Summer Program Location: WI, United States Calling undergrads! Would you like to help solve water-related challenges? This summer, join the Freshwater@UW summer research opportunities program for an incredible mentored research experience. Come to Wisconsin and work alongside global experts in biology, history, chemistry, ecology, economics, engineering, and more. We have projects related to pollution and environmental contamination, fish and plant ecology, science communication, economics and history. What’s in it for you? $6,600 stipend, plus housing and travel Hands-on research that prepares you for grad school, research careers, or public service Professional development workshops and a vibrant, collaborative community Research locations include UW-Madison, UW-Milwaukee, UW-La Crosse, UW-Green Bay, UW-Oshkosh, UW-Parkside, UW-Stevens Point and in Manitowoc, WI. Program Dates: May 27 - August 2, 2025 Application Deadline: February 15, 2025 No prior research experience? No problem! If you're motivated and eager to learn, we want you to apply. Ready to dive in? Learn more and apply here: Freshwater@UW Info & Application Contact Information Dr. Alison Mikulyuk  Contact Email alison.mikulyuk@aqua.wisc.edu URL https://water.wisc.edu/wateruw-madison-undergraduate-research/

Soil Health Specialist Position with the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay

The Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay (Alliance) is a regional nonprofit organization whose vision is clean streams and rivers flowing through resilient landscapes, cared for by the people who live, work, and play in the Chesapeake Bay watershed; and whose mission is to bring together communities, companies, and conservationists to improve our lands and waters. The Alliance was founded in 1971 and has offices in Annapolis, MD, Lancaster, PA, Washington, D.C., and Richmond, VA.

The Soil Health Specialist is a fast-paced full-time position that will work directly with farmers and a broad set of project partners on agriculture conservation, water quality improvement, and climate-smart practices. The Specialist will engage directly with farmers to provide technical guidance for field-based practices aimed at improving the soil health of crop and pasture lands. Throughout each farm’s planning and implementation process, this position will help farmers troubleshoot common obstacles to changing in-field practices and manure management techniques. The Specialist will utilize their expertise to collaborate with the Alliance’s corporate partners by providing feedback on the development of climate-focused programming. This position will work under the supervision of the Senior Agriculture Projects Manager to help advance the Alliance Agriculture Program’s implementation of conservation practices that promote improved soil health, water quality, and climate resilience throughout the Chesapeake Bay Watershed. The position will participate in, develop, and/or lead farmer and partner relations, internal team learning, project management, grant applications, partnership development with corporate and nonprofit partners, and programmatic and financial reporting. Substantial fieldwork is necessary, and, thus, field-savviness is integral to this position.

For more information: 

https://www.chesapeakenetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Soil-Health-Specialist.pdf

Two internships at UMD, Baltimore

MPower is sponsoring two paid summer 2025 projects for Agriculture and Natural Resources students with faculty at the University of Maryland, Baltimore. Applications will open in January 2025 and will close in late February.

Before the applications open, students can read about the program on the MPower website – specific details about the projects will be posted soon: https://mpower.maryland.edu/initiatives/um-scholars-program/

1. Identifying Legal Challenges to Participation in Maryland’s Farm to Institution Local Food Purchasing Program

Project lead: Margaret Todd, JD, Senior Legal Specialist and Managing Director for the Agricultural Law Education Initiative at the University of Maryland, Baltimore, Carey School of Law.

Ideal candidate: Individuals with an interest and /or background in animal agriculture production and marketing, agricultural law, environmental law, local food systems, and procurement policy.

2. Resources for Small and Very Small Livestock, Poultry, and Seafood Production Processing

Project lead: Margaret Todd, JD, Senior Legal Specialist and Managing Director for the Agriculture Law Education Initiative at the University of Maryland, Baltimore, Carey School of Law

Ideal candidate: Individuals with interest and/or background in animal agriculture production marketing, and agriculture environmental law.

NOAA Hollings Scholarship for Environmental Studies - Rising Sophomores!

 Attention rising SOPHOMORES studying atmospheric and oceanic sciences, environmental engineering, environmental sciences or policy, or ANY major with a strong environmental focus!

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Hollings Scholarship provides two-year academic scholarships (up to a maximum of $9,500 per year) for full-time study, and a 10-week, full-time, paid internship position ($700/week) the summer after junior year at a NOAA facility. 

To learn more, please click here to complete a brief questionnaire, or write to us at noaahollings@umd.edu

Eligibility requirements: applicants for Hollings Scholarships must be US Citizens; and must have GPA's of 3.0 or higher each semester and in their major.

Francis DuVinage, Ph.D.
Director, National Scholarships Office
University of Maryland
http://www.scholarships.umd.edu

Fulbright UK Summer Institutes for 1st & 2nd Year Students - Now Open!

 If you can imagine spending three to four weeks immersed in the United Kingdom, where academic experiences meet cultural excursions, then the Fulbright UK Summer Institutes are made for students like you, especially if you haven't traveled much outside of North America!

With UK Summer Institutes from Arts, Activism and Social Justice to Environment and Sustainability, you’ll blend academics with practical insights to expand your understanding of your chosen discipline. Beyond textbooks, you will be able to explore the culture and heritage of the UK, enhancing your understanding of the world in ways no classroom can alone.

The US-UK Fulbright Commission and its partner institutions cover program costs, including airfare, tuition, accommodation, and, in some cases, a daily allowance for meals. 

Applications for the 2025 Fulbright UK Summer Institutes are now open! Learn more by registering for an info session:

Thursday, November 21, 4:00 - 4:30 pm

Friday, November 22, 1:00 - 1:30 pm

Tuesday, December 3, 12:00 - 12:30 pm

Wednesday, December 4, 12:00 - 12:30 pm

Interested but cannot attend? Contact Dr. Leslie Brice Bustamante at lbrice@umd.edu.

Eligibility:

• Applicants must be U.S. Citizens;
• have a GPA of 3.6 or higher; 
• be 18 or older; 
• be a second or first year student, and/or have at least two years of undergraduate study remaining after the Institute finishes;
• cannot have spent more than 4 weeks outside the U.S. in the last 5 years. Exceptions are made for refugees and/or students from a different cultural background who have spent time abroad due to family emergencies.

Please note: First-generation college students and students who receive or are eligible for need-based aid are encouraged to apply. 

Deadline: February 3, 2025. 

For more information on Summer Institutes available and how to apply, head to the US-UK Fulbright Commission’s website.

Summer Technician - USDA Forest Service, Northern Research Station

 Summer Technician Position (GS-05; $18.96/hour) with USDA Forest Service, Northern Research Station 

We are announcing a job opportunity for Summer 2025 with the USDA Forest Service, Northern Research Station (NRS) starting mid-May and continuing through mid-August, 2025.  The position will be based in Kane, Pennsylvania.  In this position, employees will be collecting pre-treatment data on a new experiment that the NRS is conducting in partnership with the University of Kentucky and the Pennsylvania DCNR Bureau of Forestry.  The experiment examines species richness, growth, and abundance of tree seedlings in response to fertilization and fungicide applications as silvicultural tools to promote tree diversity in forest ecosystems.  

Specific duties to this job and expertise required will include locating study areas, establishing study plots, setting up equipment for field studies, plant identification/botany, measuring vegetation (e.g., abundance, growth, mortality) and site (e.g., soil) data, collecting vegetation specimens, and entering and summarizing data.   

Housing is available at a modest cost at the Kane Experimental Forest and the work crew will be provided with vehicles to get to and from field sites. 

Application materials are due by 11:59 pm December 6, 2025.  Interested applicants must apply via USAJobs.  The direct link to the announcement is:  https://www.usajobs.gov/job/819808900.    When applying please specify the Kane, PA location.  For your application, you may use a resume or any other written format you choose.  Regardless of the format used, your application must contain sufficient information to validate qualifications and specialized experience required for this position.  The specialized experience can be found in the “Qualifications” section of the vacancy announcement.  All supporting documentation (including transcripts if using education as an element of basic qualification) must be uploaded as part of the application packet – please read Required documents section in the job announcement closely.

Alejandro A. Royo, Ph.D.

Forest Service

Research Ecologist

Northern Research Station, Forestry Sciences Laboratory

https://www.nrs.fs.usda.gov/people/aroyo

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p: 814-563-1040 c: 814-516-5910

alejandro.royodesedas@usda.gov

335 National Forge Road P.O. Box 267

Irvine, PA 16329

Summer 2025 research opportunities for undergraduates

Applications are now being accepted for the Summer REU Program in Marine Science at the University of Delaware, an NSF-Funded Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program. 

The program will take place from June 2 to August 8, 2025, at the University of Delaware's Hugh R. Sharp campus in the beach community of Lewes, located on the shores of the Delaware Bay and Atlantic Ocean.  Interns will work with faculty in a research-intensive setting on a research topic in chemical, physical, or biological oceanography, marine biology, marine geology, biogeochemistry, or a related area. In addition to hands-on research experience, student support includes a $7,200 stipend, campus housing, and travel assistance. The deadline to apply is February 14, 2025

More information and the application can be found on this website. You may also be interested to read more about the program or see one of the field trips on the R/V Daiber on the Delaware Bay. 

For more information, please contact:
Joanna York
Director, UD REU program in Marine Science
jyork@udel.edu 302- 831-7040

paid internship - National Park Service

We are seeking 4 Invasive Plant Management Individual Placements who will work on a field crew to control invasive plant species with mechanical and chemical control methods at sites throughout the National Capital Region. 

This 40-week internship runs from Feb. 10th, 2025 to Nov. 14th, 2025 and is based out of Washington, D.C. Since housing is not provided, we are seeking candidates within a commutable distance to the D.C. office. Since this is a full-time internship, we are seeking alumni and recent grads with experience in field work. 

This position pays $600/week and the intern will also receive a $4,826.50 AmeriCorps Segal Education award upon successful completion that can be used to pay back federal student loans or for additional schooling. 

 

For more information and to apply, visit the application here - conservationlegacy:Career Search. 

 

Let me know if you have any questions. Thank you! 

Laura Boaggio

(she/her/hers)

Individual Placement Member Coordinator

Appalachian Conservation Corps

Cell: 540-209-6105

lboaggio@conservationlegacy.org

www.appalachiancc.org