Job Type: Paid Internship
Salary Details: $640/week + housing
Deadline: Jan 22, 2023
Start Date: May 1, 2023
End Date: September 18, 2023
This is an interdisciplinary natural resource management internship. The position will provide training and experience in all subjects of natural resources, from biology to hydrology, botany, climatology, wildlife, geology and more. The intern will learn how to assist in natural resource monitoring, bat acoustic identification, GIS & GPS inventory and mapping, database management and report writing. They will also learn how to assist ongoing projects like night skies, hydrology monitoring, invasive weeds monitoring, climate change phenology, cave monitoring, trail maintenance, equipment maintenance, and historic preservation, etc.
The work schedule will vary from day to day with a focus on completing assigned natural resource tasks. Deliverables include assisting the completion of parkwide Inventory and Monitoring during internship; delivery of one or more section of bat acoustic field collection, processing, and compiling; completion reports; collaboration on larger reports and drafts; GPS/GIS project collaboration and map drafts up to the ability of the intern; assigned fieldwork and data records completed by deadlines; development of one or more science education programs for the public; and updated Standard Operating Procedures, Job Hazard Analysis, and other safety materials.
Work Products
Deliverables include assisting the completion of parkwide Inventory and Monitoring during internship, delivery of one or more section of bat acoustic field collection, processing, and compiling; completion reports, collaboration on larger reports and drafts; GPS/GIS project collaboration and map drafts up to the ability of the intern; assigned fieldwork and data records completed by deadlines; development of one or more science education programs for the public, updated Standard Operating Procedures, Job Hazard Analysis, and other safety materials.
Intern Qualifications
Ideally, this position is suited for a recent graduate or current student enrolled in a science program. Other levels of education will be considered. Qualifications include the ability to work with a team, lead projects independently, collaborate to solve problems, collect data following protocols, to analyze and translate scientific information, work in a rugged field setting and office setting, and use Microsoft software products. Candidates with experience with GIS / GPS mapping projects, and field surveys are preferred.
Other Requirements
Applicants must have a valid driver’s license to drive a government vehicle. A personal vehicle is recommended for this position.
Natural & Physical Environment
Oregon Caves is a mountain forest setting located at 4000′ elevation, with a 3-mile cave toured by the public. This position is in the Resource Management Division. The intern will learn how to conduct resource monitoring using tablets, computers and other technology. The participant will have assigned projects and have opportunities to participate in a wide range of resource monitoring while hiking varied terrain including slopes, uneven trails, cross-country areas, wet areas and caves. The park housing, offices and visitor center are clustered together just outside the cave entrance creating a central, social atmosphere. The town of Cave Junction is 20 miles away with a grocery store, organic store, dollar store, health clinic and numerous restaurants and activities. Grants Pass and Medford are large cities located one to 1-1/2 hours away with all amenities and the closest hospital. Redwood National and State Parks and beautiful beaches are within 2-hours drive from the park. Weather will likely be mild with a mix of sun and rain. Heavy rain and snow are also possible, or likely depending on the time of year.
Other
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A mandatory Professional Development Workshop will be held in Washington, D.C. from July 31 – August 4, 2023.
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Car is recommended
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The Mosaics in Science Program seeks to engage ethnically and racially diverse young professionals in natural resource careers.
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Must be a U.S. citizen or legal resident.
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All interns must be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 prior to the start of their internship.