$2,848.38 – $3,848.88 Monthly<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
Multiple Locations Statewide, WA<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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2023-9393\/77\/78\/81\/82\/84\/90+<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
Dept. of Natural Resources<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
10\/09\/2023<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
11\/21\/2023 11:59 PM Pacific<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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<\/div>\n\u00a0<\/div>\n2024 Internship, Forest Engineering Intern, Statewide\u00a0<\/strong>
Recruitment #2023-9393\/9377\/9378\/9381\/9382\/9384\/9390+<\/strong>
Exempt, Full-time to Part-time (minimum 16 hours and up to 40 hours\/week) Flexible start date with a 3-6 month duration.<\/strong>
Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 10\/18\/23. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.
Locations:
<\/strong>Olympia-http:\/\/olympiawa.gov<\/em>\u00a0<\/em><\/a>
Deer Park-https:\/\/www.cityofdeerparkwa.com\/<\/a>
Sedro Woolley-https:\/\/www.ci.sedro-woolley.wa.us\/<\/a>
Omak-https:\/\/www.omakcity.com\/<\/a>\u00a0
Colville-https:\/\/www.colville.wa.us\/<\/a>\u00a0
Forks-https:\/\/forkswa.com\/<\/a>
Port Angeles-<\/strong>https:\/\/www.visitportangeles.com\/<\/strong><\/a>
Castle Rock-https:\/\/ci.castle-rock.wa.us\/<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>
Salary:\u00a0<\/strong>
Undergraduate Junior or lower: $16.37 – $18.11\/hour
Undergraduate Senior: $16.47 – $19.64\/hour
Graduate student: $17.23 – $22.12\/hour
\n*DNR provides housing in some locations or a $1000\/month housing stipend if free housing is not available.<\/p>\n
Want to join something GREAT and make a difference?<\/strong>
DNR is seeking Forest Engineering Interns to work directly with our engineering staff to provide expertise on roads, stream crossings, and harvest system analyses. Our ideal candidates have an interest in industrial forestry or natural resources, want to push themselves to learn new skills, have a strong aptitude for problem-solving, and want to apply their skills in an outdoor environment. Further your personal growth and future opportunities by joining our team of engineers in a collaborative and supportive environment that promotes knowledge sharing and professionalism.
The internship program is designed to give students valuable networking possibilities, and educational and real-world experience in a variety of duties. As a DNR intern, you’ll assist with or directly produce projects to manage our forest road infrastructure, support decisions on timber sales, and design repairs for fish barriers.
Interns will have a chance to review their training plans and give input on the learning objectives they desire to meet during their internship. Our goal is that your experience and training in this program will lead to possibilities for full-time employment with the Washington State Department of Natural Resources.\n\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/dd>\n
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- Road location survey and design.<\/li>\n
- Road inventory and assessment.<\/li>\n
- Timber sale reconnaissance.<\/li>\n
- Timber sale layout.<\/li>\n
- Harvest system analysis.<\/li>\n
- Bridge and culvert site survey.<\/li>\n
- Fish passage structure design.<\/li>\n
- Construction compliance.<\/li>\n
- GIS and GPS mapping techniques.<\/li>\n
- Multi-discipline exposure and communication.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Required Qualifications:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n
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- A full-time student (12+ credits\/quarter) majoring in Forest Engineering, Forest Operations, Forest Management, Civil Engineering or related field and will be returning to school in the following quarter\/semester. OR a graduate student.\u00a0<\/li>\n
- Physically able to work alone or as part of a team in undeveloped, remote or back-county landscapes and terrain in all weather conditions.<\/li>\n
- A valid unrestricted driver\u2019s license and have two years of driving experience. This position requires driving as an essential function. Finalists and\/or interview candidates will be asked to provide a driving record from all states in which they have held a license during the past three years.<\/li>\n
- At least 18 years of age at the time of hire.<\/li>\n
- DNR Core Competencies:\u00a0\n
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- Personal Accountability\u00a0<\/li>\n
- Value Others\u00a0<\/li>\n
- Compassionate Communication\u00a0<\/li>\n
- Inspire Others\u00a0<\/li>\n
- Commitment to Excellence<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nDesired Qualifications:<\/strong>\n
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- Desired coursework includes:\n
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- Low-volume road design<\/li>\n
- General surveying<\/li>\n
- Timber harvesting or harvest operations<\/li>\n
- Computer-aided drafting (e.g. AutoCAD)<\/li>\n
- Hydrology or fluid dynamics<\/li>\n
- Soil mechanics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office, Adobe and ArcGIS.<\/li>\n
- Basic written and oral communication skills.<\/li>\n
- Candidates should have work or recreational experience driving on logging roads.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Application Requirements:<\/strong><\/p>\n
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- To be considered you must apply online at\u00a0www.careers.wa.gov<\/a>\u00a0(Click on the APPLY button above).\u00a0<\/li>\n
- Attach a letter of interest describing your interest in this internship and what you expect to gain from this internship.<\/li>\n
- Attach a resume describing your experience and qualifications.<\/li>\n
- Provide three to five professional or professor references \u2013 you may attach a document, use the References text field in the online application, or include with resume.<\/li>\n
- Attach an unofficial copy of your transcripts.<\/li>\n
- Important:<\/strong>\u00a0Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (social security number, year of birth, etc.).<\/li>\n
- Complete all supplemental questions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nQuestions?<\/strong>\u00a0 Please contact Tom Szymoniak at 360-902-1215,\u00a0Tom.szymoniak@dnr.wa.gov<\/a>\u00a0or e-mail us at\u00a0DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov<\/a>
About the Department of Natural Resources<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0(DNR).\u00a0<\/strong>
At DNR we approach our work through the lens of making Washington a better place environmentally and are dedicated to serving Washington\u2019s lands and communities through diversity, equity and inclusion.
Our Vision\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/strong>Our actions ensure a future where Washington\u2019s lands, waters, and communities thrive.
Our Mission\u00a0\u2013<\/strong>\u00a0Manage, sustain, and protect the health and productivity of Washington\u2019s lands and waters to meet the needs of present and future generations.
Our Core Values:<\/strong>\n- \n
- Safety and Well-Being \u2014Our top priority is the safety of the public and our employees.<\/li>\n
- Public Service \u2014We value and respect the public we serve, and we value and respect the people of the Department of Natural Resources who step up to serve.<\/li>\n
- Innovation and Creative Problem-Solving \u2014 We solve our state\u2019s most pressing challenges through innovative thinking, dedication, and bold and creative vision.<\/li>\n
- Leadership and Teamwork \u2014We are committed to building leaders at all levels and building teams for success.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nDNR provides excellent benefits, a few of those include:<\/strong>\n
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- Commitment to organizational health and wellness<\/li>\n
- Work\/life balance<\/li>\n
- DNR Employee Resource Groups (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council, Women\u2019s Employee Resource Group, Veterans Employee Resource Group, etc.)<\/li>\n
- Statewide Employee Business Resource Groups,\u00a0visit here to learn more<\/a><\/li>\n
- Leadership that empowers and supports employees<\/li>\n
- Professional development opportunities<\/li>\n
- Educational and career development aid<\/li>\n
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility<\/li>\n
- Opportunities to participate in wildland fire suppression assignments<\/li>\n
- A comprehensive benefit package that includes employer contributions toward health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave and vacation days. Visit\u00a0http:\/\/careers.wa.gov\/benefits.html<\/a>\u00a0for more information.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nAdditional Information:<\/strong>
This recruitment may be extended and may also be used to fill future similar vacancies for up to sixty (60) days.
DNR does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit\u00a0www.uscis.gov<\/a>
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Veterans wishing to claim Veteran\u2019s preference please attach a copy of your DD-214, NGB-22 or other verification of military service. Please black out your social security number prior to attaching. \u00a0We thank you and are grateful for your service!
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Natural Resources is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application\/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 522-2500 or email\u00a0DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov<\/a>\u00a0. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call though the\u00a0Washington Relay Service<\/a>\u00a0by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
Once you submit your online application, you can check your status by logging into your account. If you experience technical difficulties creating, accessing or completing your application call NEOGOV toll-free at (855)524-5627 or email\u00a0CareersHelp@des.wa.gov<\/a>.
Check us out on:\u00a0<\/strong>DNR\u2019s website<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0Facebook<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0Twitter<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0Instagram<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0YouTube<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0WordPress<\/a>\n\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n
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