Position Descriptions and Application Information
Restoration Interns play a critical role in the management and restoration of Forest Preserves of Cook County (FPCC) and Chicago Park District (CPD) Natural Areas. Under the direction of Audubon's Stewardship Program Associate, Restoration Intern - Crew Chief and Restoration Intern - Assistant Crew Chief, Restoration Interns will help to restore ecological health and integrity of prairie, savanna, woodland, wetland, and hemimarsh habitats by removing invasive species at various preserves and natural areas in Cook County. This internship is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in natural areas management and land stewardship, as well as contribute to the growing network of individuals and organizations in the Chicago area that possess a personal commitment to conservation.
It is preferred but not required that interns have reliable transportation to and from work sites. Interns will report to the Stewardship Program Associate and preference will be given to those who commit to the full length of the program. The program is physically rigorous and challenging but offers interesting and educational experiences to an energetic and motivated individual. The positions are offered through Audubon’s Wings Internship program in partnership with the FPCC and CPD.
This program offers:
- Paid position with competitive compensation.
- Reimbursement of mileage to and from work sites.
- Uniforms, work vests and personal protective equipment (PPE) provided by Audubon.
- Ecological certifications, licenses, conference, and field seminar experience.
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The Restoration Intern - Assistant Crew Chief will play a critical role in the management and restoration of Forest Preserves of Cook County (FPCC) and Chicago Park District (CPD) Natural Areas. Under the direction of Audubon's Stewardship Program Associate, the Restoration Intern - Assistant Crew Chief will help the Restoration Intern - Crew Chief to lead Restoration Interns in restoring ecological health and integrity of prairie, savanna, woodland, wetland and hemimarsh habitats by removing invasive species at various preserves and natural areas in Cook County. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in assisting with crew management and land stewardship responsibilities, as well as develop leadership and organizational skills. The Restoration Intern - Assistant Crew Chief will be expected to work effectively with the Restoration Intern - Crew Chief to balance crew management in the field and administrative duties.
The commitment is a full-time, 40-hours per week, Monday – Friday 7am-3pm, seasonal paid position that runs from May through December. The Restoration Intern – Assistant Crew Chief must also be extremely flexible with scheduling as field work is subject to change daily to hourly due to weather, work adjustments and crew needs. It is preferred but not required that interns have reliable transportation to and from work sites. The Restoration Intern – Assistant Crew Chief will report to the Stewardship Program Associate and should commit to the full length of the program. The program is physically rigorous and challenging but offers an interesting and educational experiences to an energetic and motivated individual. The intern position is offered by under Audubon’s Wings Internship program in partnership with the FPCC and CPD.
This program offers:
- Paid position with competitive compensation.
- Reimbursement of mileage to and from work sites.
- Uniforms, work vests and personal protective equipment (PPE) provided by Audubon.
- Ecological certifications, licenses, conference, and field seminar experience.
This role is on-site and based out of Audubon Great Lakes (125 S. Wacker Dr., Suite 2125, Chicago, IL 60606). Forest Preserves District of Cook County (Powderhorn Nature Preserve, Orland Grassland, Michigan City Road Savanna, + multiple other properties), Chicago Park District (Deadstick Pond, Marian Byrnes, Big Marsh Park, and Indian Ridge Marsh Park).
Compensation:
$20.00 / hour
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The Restoration Intern - Crew Chief will play a critical role in the management and restoration of Forest Preserves of Cook County (FPCC) and Chicago Park District (CPD) Natural Areas. Under the direction of Audubon's Stewardship Program Associate, the Restoration Intern - Crew Chief will lead Restoration Interns in restoring ecological health and integrity of prairie, savanna, woodland, wetland and hemimarsh habitats by removing invasive species at various preserves and natural areas in Cook County. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in crew management and land stewardship responsibilities, as well as develop leadership and organizational skills. The Restoration Intern - Crew Chief will be expected to work effectively with the Restoration Intern - Assistant Crew Chief to balance crew management in the field and administrative duties.
The commitment is a full-time, 40-hours per week, Monday – Friday 7am-3pm, seasonal paid position that runs from May through December. The Restoration Intern - Crew Chief must also be extremely flexible with scheduling as field work is subject to change daily to hourly due to weather, work adjustments and crew needs. It is preferred but not required that the Restoration Intern - Crew Chief has reliable transportation to and from work sites. The Restoration Intern - Crew Chief will report to the Stewardship Program Associate and should commit to the full length of the program. The program is physically rigorous and challenging but offers an interesting and educational experiences to an energetic and motivated individual. The intern position is offered by under Audubon’s Wings Internship program in partnership with the FPCC and CPD.
This program offers:
- Paid position with competitive compensation.
- Reimbursement of mileage to and from work sites.
- Uniforms, work vests and personal protective equipment (PPE) provided by Audubon.
- Certifications, licenses, conference, and field seminar experience.
This role is on-site and based out of Audubon Great Lakes (125 S. Wacker Dr., Suite 2125, Chicago, IL 60606). Forest Preserves District of Cook County (Powderhorn Nature Preserve, Orland Grassland, Michigan City Road Savanna, + multiple other properties), Chicago Park District (Deadstick Pond, Marian Byrnes, Big Marsh Park, and Indian Ridge Marsh Park).
Compensation:
$21.50 / hour
