Natural Resources & Environmental Sciences

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• 2023-2024 Rising TIDES Program

  Mar 31, 2023 9:15 am22 views

  The 2023-2024 Rising TIDES (Toward an Inclusive, Diverse, and Enriched Society) Program supports students from underrepresented backgrounds in coastal and estuarine disciplines, with the goal of inspiring and motivating them to pursue careers in coastal and estuarine science and management. Apply by April 26, 2023.

  Informational webinar April 3 at 12 p.m. CDT.

• Social Science Technician, USDA Agricultural Research Service (Burlington, VT; due Apr. 7)

  Apr 3, 2023 9:00 am8 views

  This position is located within Agricultural Research Unit, Northeast Area, Food Systems Research Unit in Burlington, VT.
  
  In this position, you will support social scientists in developing and designing on food systems research projects on farms and food business in local and regional food systems. You will evaluate the integrated effects of sustainable farm practices, farm products, and consumer choice on public health, as well as economic, environmental and social sustainability. 

• Undergrads: Earn NRES 295/396 Research Credit in beautiful Trelease Woods, Fall 2023! Informational Meeting April 20

  Apr 3, 2023 9:45 am16 views

  Undergrads: Earn NRES 295/396 Research Credit in beautiful Trelease Woods, Fall 2023!

  You will learn:

  • Tree identification
  • Forest mapping
  • Forestry inventory methods

  Information session in W-121 Turner - 6:00 PM Thursday April 20, or on Zoom - scan the QR code or go to https://go.ib.ilinois.edu/IB390Meeting.

• Plant Protection and Quarantine Technician (7 positions for summer 2023), Spongy Moth Detection Program, USDA-APHIS-PPQ (Central and Southern IL; due April 7 or open until positions are filled)

  Apr 3, 2023 10:15 am31 views

  The USDA is seeking qualified and self-motivated individuals to work as seasonal Spongy Moth Trappers, setting,
  servicing, and removing traps throughout a multiple-county area within Illinois. Additional duties include plan
  routes, follow trap assignment maps, assemble gypsy moth traps, contact property owners, prepare weekly reports,
  collect and record accurate data, use ESRI Field Maps Data Collection application with Global Position System
  (GPS) unit, upload trapping data to database, correct data errors, assist in mitigation treatments, communicate
  regularly and as directed by supervisor, assist with additional survey programs as needed. The following abilities
  are important: work independently, prioritize work, good verbal communication skills, ability and willingness to
  interact with public, learn simple insect identification, practice safe driving habits, drive up to approximately 250
  miles per day, work outdoors in rugged terrain and commitment to work through the season. These positions
  require very responsible individuals.

• Multiple summer 2023 internships with Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (open until filled)

  Apr 3, 2023 10:30 am81 views

  MWRD's Internship Program offers paid internship positions. While the main focus is on wastewater management, there are opportunities to gain knowledge and practical experience in a wide range of functions in each department.

  For additional information, please visit the Online Employment Center at www.districtjobs.org. 

• National Trails GIS Fellowship (52 weeks), National Park Service (Santa Fe, NM; open until filled)

  Apr 3, 2023 10:30 am14 views

  Position Overview: The ACE Fellow will be provided real world experience in the GIS field including digitization, map production, data management, and GIS platforms like ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS software. Duties will include:

  • Develop a more complete recreational/retracement trail dataset for the National Historic Trails (NHTs) and trail maps that will assist the public in getting out on the trails
  • Plan for and develop national historic trails (NHTs) through road/pedestrian signing along all nine trails that NTIR administers
  • Provide daily communication with a range of federal, state, non-profit organizations, and other trail partners to collaborate on signing and development activities
  • Assist trail partners and communities with development of draft sign plans, including use of online sign-planning tools
  • Provide technical assistance to partners seeking local or state department of transportation approval to install signs
  • Gain real world experience working with public and private entities along the NHTs
  • Gain communication skills interacting with communities, trail partners, and agency staff, as well as exposure to technical skills like ArcGIS, InDesign, and Photoshop
  • As time allows, provide support to NTIR staff and partners at public events and other office priorities

  This individual placement is meant to facilitate professional development and promotes exposure to land management agencies and networking with professionals. This could include gaining experience in different conservation fields and shadowing different work groups.

• IL Agroforestry Educator, Savanna Institute (Central IL region; due Apr. 16)

  Apr 4, 2023 9:15 am15 views

  Position Opening – IL Agroforestry Educator

  Hours: Full-time
  Location: Central Illinois
  Start Date: May 15, 2023
  Salary: $53,000 to $55,000

  Job Description
  - This position is mostly virtual, with most work focused within 1 hr of Champaign-Urbana. Occasional, reimbursed travel required to destinations in Illinois and Wisconsin.
  - This position is eligible for the Institute’s benefits package. Benefits for full-time employees include 30 days paid time o per year, a Health Reimbursement arrangement that can be applied to insurance premiums and approved healthcare costs, and a monthly home office stipend.
  - This position reports to the Director of Demonstration Farms. Supervisor references are available upon request.

  If you're excited about this job, we're excited to learn about your experience! Please be sure to address each of
  the following qualifications in your cover letter — paint us a picture of how your unique skills, experiences, and/or
  education meet or exceed the qualifications. Cover letters should be no longer than 1 typed page.

• River Health & Resiliency Organizer, Prairie Rivers Network (Quad Cities region of IL or Champaign, IL; due Apr. 24)

  Apr 4, 2023 9:30 am8 views

  River Health and Resiliency Organizer – Prairie Rivers Network seeks a River Health and Resiliency Organizer to advance nature-based solutions in Illinois. This role will educate, engage, and activate community members interested in nature-based solutions, build abundant and higher quality habitat to address the biodiversity crisis, and clean up our rivers and waterways supporting downstream communities. This role will primarily build and organize in the Quad Cities region in 2023 before expanding this work into other Illinois river towns in the coming years. Read full job posting.

• Water Resources Management Specialist, Jefferson County Land & Water Conservation Department (Jefferson, WI; application review begins April 17)

  Apr 11, 2023 1:15 pm10 views

  This position is located in Champaign, Illinois of the Natural Resources Conservation Service. The incumbent performs duties which assist in carrying out a coordinated natural resources conservation program tailored to customers' needs. The incumbent serves under the supervisor of a designated Wetland Agency Expert, providing direct assistance to Field Offices and works with District, Area and State Office staff.

• Water Resources Management Specialist, Jefferson County Land & Water Conservation Department (Jefferson, WI; application review begins April 17)

  Apr 11, 2023 1:15 pm13 views

  As an experienced, knowledgeable, and passionate individual, you will be successful in this role while completing the below key tasks and responsibilities:

  • Provides technical expertise and education to other County Departments, County Committees, resource organizations and citizens on lakes, rivers, ground water, aquatic invasive species, and wetland issues/concerns, laws, programs, and management.
  • Develops, updates, and assists with implementation of lake and aquatic plant management plans.
  • Facilitates and participates in meetings of resource organizations and the public to achieve consensus on management decisions/recommendations.
  • Implements cost-sharing programs that protect water resources and prevent erosion.
  • Performs water quality, aquatic plant, and other resource monitoring in order to determine trends on lakes and rivers and to aid in management plan development.
  • Trains citizens how to perform lake and stream water quality monitoring, how to monitor for aquatic invasive species, how to educate boaters about aquatic invasive species laws, and how to implement purple loosestrife biocontrol. Communicates program information to volunteers, distributes equipment, performs field checks, assists with data entry as needed, and performs quality assurance checks on data.
  • Provides aquatic invasive species education and outreach to partners and stakeholders including updates on activities and programs, program materials to bait shops, and posts on social media.
  • Applies for and administers grants to fund water resources-related projects in coordination with relevant partners. Writes and submits final reports including any required financial accounting for the grants.
  • Investigates and provides a response to citizen complaints and concerns involving water pollution, wetland disturbance, invasive species, excess manure spreading, manure runoff, and other agricultural and resource concerns.

• Save the Frogs Day - Volunteer to Help Build Wetlands for Illinois Chorus Frogs April 27-28 on the Meredosia Refuge

  Apr 12, 2023 3:15 pm22 views

  SAVE THE FROGS! is recruiting volunteers to help build a wetland for Illinois Chorus Frogs (Pseudacris illinoensis) in the Meredosia National Wildlife Refuge in Illinois. The event will take place April 27th and 28th, 2023 in celebration of the the 15th Annual Save The Frogs Day! What better way to celebrate the world’s largest day of amphibian education and conservation than in a beautiful wildlife refuge with fellow amphibian enthusiasts.

• Program Coordinator, Open Space STL (St. Louis, MO; due May 5)

  Apr 12, 2023 3:30 pm9 views

  Open Space STL is a nonprofit organization that works independently and collaboratively to conserve and sustain land, water and other natural resources throughout the St. Louis region. The Program Coordinator is responsible for facilitating communications and the successful planning and implementation of Open Space STL’s conservation and fundraising programs. He or she will work closely with program staff to ensure the completion of tasks within set deadlines and budgets.  The Program Coordinator will identify potential funding needs to draft grant requests and develop ideas to market our programs to potential volunteers and funders. He or she will perform outreach duties to engage with the local community and produce communications to raise awareness and participation in Open Space STL’s programs and events. The Program Coordinator will also be responsible for administrative, bookkeeping, and purchasing equipment or other supplies necessary for Open Space STL to carry out our mission.

• Agricultural Assistant (plant molecular biology-related; summer 2023), Carl R Woese Institute for Genomic Biology (Urbana, IL)

  Apr 13, 2023 4:15 pm23 views

  In this position, the incumbent will assist with plant biology experiments in the lab, greenhouse, and field, RNA extractions, seed counting, tissue collection, planting and harvesting, physiological measurements, etc.. Possibility of own research project.

• Urban Conservation Technician, Hamilton County Soil and Water Conservation District (Noblesville, IN; open until filled)

  Apr 14, 2023 9:30 am6 views

  To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function of the position satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Hamilton County provides reasonable accommodations to qualified employees and applicants with known disabilities who require accommodation to complete the application process or perform essential functions of the job, unless those accommodations would present an undue hardship. 

• Learning Programs Coordinator (2 Year Term), Shedd Aquarium (Chicago, IL)

  Apr 14, 2023 9:30 am7 views

  The Learning Programs Coordinator works closely with the managers and overall team to coordinate resources necessary for programs and staff (such as: buses, program attendance, purchasing, staff PTO, program scheduling & spaces, registration, and staff on-boarding) and actively seeks out tools and resources to achieve maximum efficiency. This is a 2 year term position. 

• Learning Facilitator, Shedd Aquarium (Chicago, IL)

  Apr 14, 2023 9:30 am15 views

  The Learning Facilitator’s primary role is to deliver programming that is tailored for learners including students (PK-12), youth, teachers, families, adults, and middle school and high school teens. Facilitators utilize learner-centered facilitation strategies to encourage learners to think critically about the natural world and their place in it, and actively seek out relevant content knowledge. The Learning Facilitator will implement programs while working with other team members as appropriate. The Learning Facilitator will assist in daily setup and any preparation that is needed before and after each program.

• Wilderness Search and Rescue Awareness 12-hour weekend course June 10-11 in Champaign, IL

  Apr 14, 2023 9:45 am13 views

  Wilderness Search and Rescue (WSAR) Awareness is a 12-hour weekend course that provides the background of WSAR and focuses on the skills needed to be a successful searcher in the field.

• Aquatic Field Technician (Hourly) - Illinois Natural History Survey

  Apr 17, 2023 3:00 pm3 views

  The Illinois Natural History Survey is seeking field technicians (2-4 possible) to conduct applied research in large-river ecology in Southwestern Illinois. Technicians will assist large river ecologists in the collection of standardized long-term fish and water quality monitoring data and additional research projects. This position will be 40 hours per week and will be located at the Great Rivers Field Station in Alton, Illinois.

• Environmental Scientist I, Kentucky Transportation Cabinet--Environmental Analysis (Frankfort, KY; due Apr. 25)

  Apr 20, 2023 1:15 pm23 views

  Holders of the Environmental Scientist I position will complete tasks such as assess projects for potential impacts to streams and wetlands, communicate with KYTC Districts about their needs in regards to permitting and compliance, oversee consultants who are tasked with working on clearing KYTC projects and securing all necessary permits prior to construction, meet with state and federal resource agencies to help secure Clean Water Act permits for KYTC.

• Land Conservation Intern (summer 2023), Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation (Elizabeth, IL; due Apr. 26)

  Apr 20, 2023 1:45 pm22 views

  The Land Conservation Internship (“the Intern”) position is a 40-hour per week, seasonal, paid position responsible for assisting with the Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation’s (“JDCF”) Land Preservation and Land Stewardship programs, with a particular emphasis on conservation real estate transactions, geographic information systems, and ecological restoration. This position will also assist with the land stewardship activities at Twin Ponds Research Farm. This position is designed to give the Intern a comprehensive understanding of nonprofit land protection practices and procedures and land stewardship practices.

• Biological Science Technician (Fish), U.S. Geological Survey (Millersburg, MI; due Apr. 28)

  Apr 21, 2023 9:00 am4 views

  As a Biological Science Technician (Fish) within the Great Lakes Science Center Hammond Bay Biological Station, some of your specific duties will include assisting in conducting field studies and surveys to collect fisheries data and/or specimens to support scientific studies, assisting scientist in laboratory work, performing and/or coordinating the repair and maintenance of research and support equipment, operating and maintaining outboard powered boats, preparing and/or presenting environmental educational material of limited difficulty, overseeing and training new technicians and field crews in standard field data collection and analytical techniques.

• Rachel Carlson Council Fellowship 2023-2024 - focus on environmental advocacy and organization (remote; due Apr. 30)

  Apr 21, 2023 9:15 am14 views

  The RCC Fellowship Program is designed to identify outstanding students with a passion for environmental education, organizing, and advocacy and provide them with financial support to carry out valuable projects and campaigns on behalf of the RCC. To apply to the program, students propose their own projects that are focused on sustainability and environmental justice to be carried out on their campuses and in their communities. Individuals considering applying to the program may consider a wide variety of potential projects. Former fellows have run projects ranging from divestment campaigns to podcasts on environmental justice issues and campaigns for renewable energy infrastructure on their campuses.

• Fisheries/Aquatic Ecology Research Technician (full-time), Kaskaskia Biological Station, Illinois Natural History Survey (Sullivan, IL; open until filled)

  Apr 21, 2023 2:45 pm2 views

  Conduct field and laboratory work in support of research projects on sportfish management and invasion biology in lakes and rivers. Current research projects include spatial ecology and food web effects of habitat enhancements in reservoirs, experimental harvest regulations, and the ecology and management of invasive carp in the Illinois River. Field work responsibilities include measuring limnological parameters, sampling fish, zooplankton, and macroinvertebrate communities, and conducting creel surveys in rivers and lakes throughout Illinois.

• Conservation Ecology Seasonal (includes GIS work), McHenry County Conservation District (Ringwood, IL; open until filled)

  Apr 21, 2023 2:45 pm11 views

  Gain experience out in the field utilizing GIS technology and learn how to apply it to natural resource management. Work with our experience staff of Ecologists and GIS Analyst in the collection and maintenance of land management, land acquisition, division programs and biological inventories using mobile devices and/or GPS.  Assist in the day-to-day operations, administration, implementation, maintenance, and support of the Land Preservation and Natural Resource Division’s GIS and related systems.

• Fisheries Management Technician (Hourly) - Illinois Natural History Survey

  Apr 24, 2023 11:00 am4 views

  The Illinois Natural History Survey is seeking multiple (up to 2) technicians to conduct field and laboratory work in support of sportfish management projects in streams and reservoirs in Illinois. Field work responsibilities include measuring limnological parameters and sampling fish using boat electrofishing in reservoirs and stream electrofishing gears in wadable streams. This position will be based out of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources Office in Gibson City, Illinois 

• Wetland Conservationist, Natural Resources Conservation Service (Morrison, IL; due May 4)

  Apr 26, 2023 10:00 am25 views

  The purpose of this position is to support the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) mission of providing resources to farmers and landowners to aid them with conservation. This position serves as an expert in the provision of direct wetland determination assistance to Field Offices and producers and for supervision of assigned staff. 

• Conservation Warden, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (due May 4)

  Apr 26, 2023 10:45 am7 views

  Conservation wardens are credentialed law enforcement officers who work throughout the state, enforcing all natural resource and recreation safety laws, educating the public on conservation topics and providing law enforcement services on state parks, forests and trails. We are committed to creating a culture of inclusivity, building trusting relationships, and thoughtfully engaging and serving our diverse public.

• Field Technician I (Seasonal), National Great Rivers Research & Education Center (multiple IL locations)

  Apr 26, 2023 10:45 am22 views

  Assist the National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC) in collecting ecological field data in large river floodplains, riparian zones and adjacent areas. The individuals in these positions will participate in a variety of field and laboratory research activities, providing day-to-day support for NGRREC scientists, visiting scholars, and research equipment.

• Visiting Scientific Specialist, Wetlands Geology, Illinois State Geological Survey (Champaign, IL; due May 15)

  Apr 26, 2023 11:15 am12 views

  ISGS is seeking to hire a Visiting Scientific Specialist, Wetlands Geology to participate in specialized assessment and monitoring of the hydrogeology and geochemistry of wetlands, streams, bioswales and other related environments. This position is for a full-time specialist dedicated to field data collection and analysis to support Illinois state agencies under their environmental programs, including the Illinois Department of Transportation, Illinois Tollway, and Illinois Nature Preserves Commission. This position will support the analysis and reporting for compliance with various federal (e.g., Clean Water Act) and state regulatory programs. Position is based in Champaign, Illinois.

• Grassland Bird Conservation PhD Research Assistantship (Jan. 2024), Clemson University (open until filled)

  Apr 27, 2023 9:30 am44 views

  This position will focus on applied ecology and conservation issues pertaining to grassland birds (e.g., Northern Bobwhite, Henslow’s Sparrow, Bachman’s Sparrow, etc) and grasslands. One component of the project will leverage an existing dataset to evaluate grassland bird response to land cover (habitat) and management activities. The candidate may also pursue field work monitoring grassland birds using autonomous recording units or using drone technology to quantify and map drivers of spatial distributions of grassland birds, including vegetation cover and structure. Additionally, candidates may begin to address socioeconomic drivers and the human dimensions of grassland bird conservation. Students will have the opportunity to develop specific research questions around these or other topics and shape their dissertation to their interest.

• Post-Graduate Fellowship (June 2023-May 2024), Dunes Learning Center (Chesterton, IN)

  Apr 27, 2023 9:45 am3 views

  Environmental Education Fellows are key members of the Dunes Learning Center team and are responsible for providing meaningful experiences for children and adults regarding the diversity of ecosystems and cultural history of the Indiana Dunes all year long. They help students create connections, build confidence, and develop a sense of place by providing opportunities to explore, ask questions, reflect and work together as a team.

• Cabin Leader Internship (summer 2023; males needed), Dunes Learning Center (Chesterton, IN)

  Apr 27, 2023 9:45 am2 views

  Cabin Leaders help students create connections, build confidence, and develop a sense of place by providing opportunities to explore, ask questions, reflect, and work together as a team. They facilitate the evening programs (campfire, group games, night hike, ice cream social, etc), lead meal and flag raising activities, and provide overnight supervision of campers throughout the week.

• Soil Conservationist, Natural Resources Conservation Service (40 U.S. vacancies; due May 15)

  May 1, 2023 4:00 pm10 views

  A Soil Conservationist works with farmers & other private landowners in that county to help address resource concerns (ie. Environmental problems). This is done through conservation planning and then helping producers sign up for financial assistance to implement conservation practices.

• Soil Conservationist, Natural Resources Conservation Service (4 IL locations; due May 10)

  May 2, 2023 11:00 am9 views

  This position provides assistance in the development, planning, contracting and application of land conservation practices and programs consistent with NRCS policy and procedures.  They also assist in gathering and assembling preliminary data for all resource concerns for use in developing complete basic farm conservation plans, understand all applicable NRCS and Farm Bill programs available to address resource concerns and explain cost share programs and payment procedures to applicants and contract holders, carry out a follow-up schedule for applying soil conservation practices in accordance with plan and contract schedules, and with supervision, utilize most current technology programs in the documentation and management of conservation plans and technical assistance by the service center.

• Biological Science Technician (soils), Agricultural Research Service (Lincoln, NE; due May 5)

  May 2, 2023 11:30 am1 views

  Duties include collecting, preparing, evaluating, and verifying soil samples and supporting records, performing routine soil laboratory techniques using specialized equipment for microbiological analyses, tabulating, statistically analyzing and summarizing data using personal computers and software packages, preparing solutions and reagents for use in the laboratory, field, or greenhouse, maintaining detailed records of experimental data, and assisting in one or more phases of the research process by performing a variety of technical duties, in a laboratory, field, or greenhouse environment.

• Human Dimensions of Conservation Research Associate, New College of Florida (Lake Buena Vista, FL; due May 7)

  May 2, 2023 11:45 am38 views

  Under the direction of a Conservation Programs Manager, the Research Associate will comply with Disney rules and guidelines relating to appearance and professional conduct for the duration of the contract, collaborate with the members of Disney Conservation to develop and execute conservation social science projects, assist with social science data collection, analysis, and scientific writing, engage diverse teams and Cast Members across Walt Disney World Resort® in science and conservation opportunities, help create and deliver conservation education and career programming, support evaluations of core projects, and more.

• Writing Your Resume for Federal Jobs - virtual workshop May 8 - U.S. Office of Personnel Management

  May 2, 2023 11:45 am8 views

  This workshop will provide participants with information on how best to write a resume that highlights strengths and accomplishments. 

• Watershed Programs Associate, Huron River Watershed Council (Ann Arbor, MI; due May 15)

  May 2, 2023 12:00 pm20 views

  The Watershed Programs Associate assists with the planning and implementation of environmental monitoring and stormwater outreach programming across the organization. The Associate is primarily responsible for coordinating volunteer data collection in HRWC’s Chemistry and Flow Monitoring Program and assisting with its ongoing development and implementation. The Associate is also part of a team assisting local municipalities and partners in meeting federal stormwater permit requirements and implementing key strategies of watershed management plans. HRWC will provide mentoring to guide growth and professional development within the watershed management field. 

• WI Farm Bill Wildlife Biologist, Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever (Menomonie, WI; due May 19)

  May 3, 2023 2:00 pm10 views

  As an employee of Pheasants Forever, Inc. (PF) you will work in close partnership with the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Services (NRCS) and Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) to promote, accelerate enrollment, coordinate, and implement the conservation provisions of the Federal Farm Bill and other related wildlife conservation programs. Activities will include program promotion, contract coordination, conservation planning, conservation plan modification, site assessment, and reporting.

• IL Seasonal Tech - Vegetation Assessments (summer 2023), Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever (southern IL; due May 16)

  May 3, 2023 2:30 pm0 views

  The Seasonal Technician – Vegetation Assessments will be responsible for conducting vegetation assessments at defined locations on rights-of-way in southern Illinois, completing assessment forms and entering data. This position will be responsible for accurate data collection and entry and take measures to ensure quality control. Assessments will be conducted from June 1 through August 15, 2023.

  This position may have the opportunity to assist other Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever staff in planning and conducting habitat management on private lands, coordination outreach events or attending chapter sponsored events. 

• Multiple positions at the Great Basin Institute (western U.S.A.)

  May 3, 2023 2:30 pm1 views

  Multiple positions at the Great Basin Institute across the Western United States.

• Conservation Specialist, Ozark Land Trust (Missouri; due May 19)

  May 4, 2023 9:15 am11 views

  Core tasks include visiting properties as assigned, both in person and through aerial imagery, to compare their current condition to their condition when OLT first protected them, to ensure there are no threats to the conservation values of the properties, coordinating with landowners of private protected lands to arrange for visits, meeting in person and virtually to gather input from owners of such properties about changes in condition of the lands, completing required forms and reports in OLT’s stewardship database to note the condition of the property, any comments from the landowner, or any knowledge derived from researching adjacent or nearby activities that might have an impact on the protected land, and more.

• Conservation Specialist, Marathon County Conservation, Planning, and Zoning (Wausau, WI; due May 22)

  May 4, 2023 9:15 am14 views

  As part of a Conservation Team, the Conservation Specialist will be focusing on outreach and working with a Marathon County producer-led group. They will work closely with EPPIC (Eau Pleine Partnership for Integrated Conservation) which was one of the first producer-led watershed groups in Wisconsin (more information can be found on their Facebook page here: EPPIC - Eau Pleine Partnership for Integrated Conservation - Home | Facebook).

• Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) / Customer Service YIP Intern (July 2023-Jan. 2024), Colorado Parks and Wildlife (Denver, CO; accepting 25 qualified applications)

  May 4, 2023 9:30 am17 views

  The purpose of the Youth Internship Program (YIP) for Natural Resources is to employ and expose students and recent graduates to natural resource careers within Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW).  The selected candidate will experience a variety of learning experiences (i.e. ride along with officers, wildlife surveys, educational activities, seminars, training’s) and gain a broader understanding of CPW and its various careers.  This position is a great experience for those wanting to pursue a career as a District Wildlife Manager, Park Ranger, or biologist.

• BRING MATH Conference for undergraduates Oct. 5-6, 2023, Argonne National Laboratory (Lemont, IL; apply by June 19)

  May 4, 2023 9:30 am340 views

  BRING MATH (BRIdges for the Next Generation: MATHematical Science Research and Our Future) is a two-day conference for undergraduates interested in the mathematical sciences. It is a collaboration between IMSI and the Mathematics and Computer Science Division at Argonne National Laboratory, and will be hosted at Argonne, which is located in Lemont, Illinois.  The purpose of the conference includes exposing students and faculty to research in the mathematical sciences at Argonne, and helping them understand its real world applications; it is intended to increase students’ interest in the mathematical sciences and broaden their access to opportunities to pursue that interest, to help diversify the mathematical science community; it will educate students about summer opportunities available to them, and it will help students learn about career opportunities in the mathematical sciences and how to pursue them.

• Environmental Education & Engagement Coordinator, City of Ann Arbor Natural Area Preservation (Ann Arbor, MI; due May 17)

  May 4, 2023 2:00 pm6 views

  The Natural Area Preservation (NAP) Environmental & Engagement Coordinator works collaboratively with fellow NAP Supervisors to address all aspects of NAP’s mission, including volunteerism, biological inventory, and prescribed fire programming. The NAP Environmental & Engagement Coordinator may also serve as a “Burn Boss” – taking responsibilities for prescribed fire permitting, writing burn prescriptions, developing site-specific safety recommendations, fielding public inquires, and more.

• Wetland Ecologist (entry-level and senior-level), GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. (Brookfield, WI)

  May 11, 2023 2:00 pm16 views

  We are seeking entry-level and senior-level (6 to 20 years’ experience) Wetland Scientists to support and help lead our natural resources practice in Brookfield, Wisconsin.  Candidates must have a solid educational background, be self-learners and motivated, and have a strong interest in working outdoors throughout Wisconsin and elsewhere within and beyond the Midwest.  Senior applicants must have an interest in mentoring and developing younger staff to help build meaningful and successful wetland careers.  Our Wetland Scientists work with a diverse team of Scientists, Engineers, and other Professionals.  Experience sought includes wetland delineation, community design, vegetation O&M, and mitigation bank development and permitting.  Aquatic sciences and threatened and endangered species knowledge and experience is also desired.

• Soil Conservationist (Urban Conservationist), Natural Resources Conservation Service (New Lenox, IL; due May 24)

  May 11, 2023 2:45 pm7 views

  Duties include assisting in gathering and assembling preliminary data for all resource concerns for use in developing complete basic farm conservation plans, understanding all applicable NRCS and Farm Bill programs available to address resource concerns and explains cost share programs and payment procedures to applicants and contract holders, carrying out a follow-up schedule for applying soil conservation practices in accordance with plan and contract schedules, and, with supervision, utilizing most current technology programs in the documentation and management of conservation plans and technical assistance by the service center.

• Joe Burns Memorial Wildlife Policy Intern (July-Dec. 2023), The Wildlife Society (Remote)

  May 11, 2023 2:45 pm15 views

  The Wildlife Society (TWS) has an anticipated opening for a paid wildlife policy intern with an interest in federal natural resource policy issues. This will be a six-month appointment running from July-December 2023.  The wildlife policy intern will be an integral part of TWS’ Government Affairs program. This program works to ensure that 1) TWS’ members are informed of policy issues and the impact policies have on their work in wildlife conservation, 2) policies empower, enable, and assist wildlife professionals in their work of wildlife conservation and management, and 3) wildlife science is the foundation upon which wildlife-related policy decisions are made.

• Education and Engagement Associate, Cumberland River Compact (Nashville, TN; open until filled)

  May 15, 2023 2:45 pm5 views

  The Education and Engagement Associate will report to the Senior Program Manager, Education and Engagement, and is responsible for coordinating and delivering high-quality youth education programs to schools and community groups. We are seeking a qualified candidate with interest and experience in delivering environmental education programs and developing new programs focused on fostering a connection with nature. The Education and Engagement Associate is expected to spend approximately 60% of their time directly engaging with students and teachers at schools and community programs.