ShoreRivers internship

ShoreRivers seeks applicants for an exciting, hands-on summer internship experience in the environmental field, based out of our Easton office. This internship program is supported by the Elizabeth Brown Memorial Fund. ShoreRivers is a nonprofit organization that protects and restores Eastern Shore waterways through science-based advocacy, restoration, and education. With offices in Easton, Chestertown, and Galena Maryland, the organization serves as an advocate for the health of our rivers and the living resources they support. Our programs promote environmental awareness of the essential role local rivers and streams play in the community, the issues that threaten their health and vitality, and solutions that must be implemented to preserve them. The summer intern will provide programmatic support for our Midshore region and participate in a variety of activities including restoration, water quality monitoring, outreach, and education. By the end of the program the intern will have completed a Maryland boater safety certificate, become familiar with handling a boat, gained experience and training in scientific water quality monitoring equipment and protocols, and developed a variety of other skills and experiences. Intern Responsibilities Water quality monitoring by boat with Riverkeepers Bacteria sampling at local swim sites Underwater grass monitoring by kayak Co-leading community kayak tours Community outreach and events Agricultural site visits and project monitoring Administrative and database assistance Assist in rain garden and tree planting and maintenance Boat and water quality equipment maintenance Application Process Please send a resume and cover letter to Ann Frock, OfficeKeeper, at afrock@shorerivers.org no later than February 28, 2022. Before applying, please visit ShoreRivers.org to learn more about our organization and our programs. Interviews will be conducted by Zoom in February and March and an intern will be selected and notified no later than March 15, 2022. More details here: https://www.shorerivers.org/news/elizabeth-brown-memorial-scholarship