Natural Resources & Environmental Sciences

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• Social Scientist, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Fort Collins, CO; due Mar. 29)

  Mar 22, 2024 5:30 pm5 views

  U.S. Citizens, Students - This College Graduate announcement is open to applicants who received a bachelors or advanced degree from a qualifying educational institution within the preceding two years OR will be receiving a degree no later than June 30, 2024. Note: Veterans who were precluded by their military service obligation from meeting this requirement will have up to six years to apply. 

• Green Corps Organizer Program Fellowship, The Field School for Environmental Organizing (various U.S. locations)

  Mar 22, 2024 11:15 am9 views

  Green Corps is looking for college graduates who are ready to take on the biggest environmental challenges of our day.

• 2024-2025 Illini Lights Out Intern (part-time), Institute for Sustainability, Energy, and Environment (Urbana, IL; due Mar. 27)

  Mar 21, 2024 10:30 am38 views

  This position leads the popular Illini Lights Out program led by the U of I’s Institute for Sustainability, Energy, and Environment (iSEE), with the potential to assist with other campus sustainability programming as needed. 

• Worldwide Youth in Science & Engineering positions (semester-based and summer options)

  Mar 19, 2024 10:15 am6 views

  Are you an Illinois student who loves science, engineering, and mathematics? Are you interested in mentoring the next generation of students and inspiring them to pursue careers in STEM? If so, consider becoming a member of the WYSE staff! 

• Consulting Utility Forester, CN Utility Consulting (Springfield/Bloomington, IL)

  Mar 18, 2024 9:30 am1 views

  As a Consulting Utility Forester, you’ll keep communities informed about the trees and power lines, while ensuring safe delivery of their power and pursuing opportunities to develop sustainable habitat throughout the utility right-of-way. In this role, your office is the great outdoors! Other work locations available.

• Resilient Indiana Conservation Technician (3 positions), Indiana Association of Soil & Water Conservation Districts (Indianapolis, IN; due Apr. 29)

  Mar 18, 2024 9:30 am34 views

  Resilient Indiana Conservation Technicians will provide soil and water resource-related technical assistance to agricultural, woodland, and urban land users within a regional team consisting of members of local, state, and federal partners (Indiana Conservation Partnership (ICP, https://icp.iaswcd.org/)).

• Interpretive Naturalist (part-time), Champaign County Forest Preserve District (Homer, IL)

  Mar 18, 2024 9:30 am16 views

  The Interpretive Naturalist assists with development, implementation and evaluation of natural history programming for those served by the Homer Lake Interpretive Center within the Museum & Education Department. 

• Botany Field Technician (Hourly) - Illinois Natural History Survey (Deadline: April 5, 2024)

  Mar 15, 2024 9:45 am18 views

  The Illinois Natural History Survey at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is seeking 2 Field Technicians to work with Survey botanists to conduct statewide monitoring of chemical drift. This position is based in Champaign, Illinois and the application deadline is April 5, 2024. 

• Fisheries Intern, Student Conservation Association and US Fish and Wildlife Service (Carbondale, IL)

  Mar 14, 2024 10:15 am19 views

  Program Dates: 05/20/2024 - 05/18/2025

• Fisheries Technician, Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (Emporia, KS; due Apr. 5)

  Mar 14, 2024 10:00 am6 views

  The Fisheries Technician will conduct field work related to removal, suppression, containment, and monitoring of invasive carp in the Missouri and Arkansas River basins according to the direction of the Invasive Carp Biologist and the Aquatic Nuisance Species Coordinator.

• RAY Conservation Fellows and RAY Clean Energy Fellows (two-year paid fellowship; due April 5)

  Mar 12, 2024 1:30 pm16 views

  Informational webinar March 21, 2024. Applicants must be within three years of having received their undergraduate degree (must have graduated after May 2021).

• Soil Conservationist, Natural Resources Conservation Service (Waterloo, IL; due March 19)

  Mar 8, 2024 4:45 pm8 views

  This position provides assistance in the development, planning, contracting and application of land conservation practices and programs consistent with NRCS policy and procedures. 

• Field Research Specialist (Yang Lab), Institute for Sustainability, Energy, and Environment (Urbana, IL; due Mar. 20)

  Mar 8, 2024 4:30 pm57 views

  Assist with field work and laboratory experiments; collect and analyze plant, soil, gas and water samples for the Center for Advanced Bioenergy and Bioproducts Innovation (CABBI) research projects; and support lab activities as part of the CABBI project. 

• Habitat Technician, McHenry County Conservation District (Ringwood, IL; due Apr. 1)

  Mar 8, 2024 4:00 pm20 views

  This is a short-term, two-year position where you will be part of an organization leading in the area of conservation dedicated to restoring and preserving natural habitat and ecosystems.   

• Soil Conservationist, Natural Resources Conservation Service (many vacancies in 15 IL locations; due March 18)

  Mar 4, 2024 4:00 pm24 views

  This position provides assistance in the development, planning, contracting and application of land conservation practices and programs consistent with Natural Resources Conservation Service policy and procedures. Graduating seniors are welcome to apply.

• Fish Management Biologist, Iowa Department of Natural Resources (Winneshiek County, IA; due March 12)

  Mar 4, 2024 12:30 pm5 views

  The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is seeking a dedicated and passionate individual to join our team as a Fish Management Biologist (NRB) in the Decorah Fish Management District. As the Fish Management Biologist, you will play a pivotal role in managing the public fishing waters within this district. 

• Restoration Interns, Crew Chiefs, and Assistant Crew Chiefs (June-Dec. 2024), Audubon Great Lakes (Chicago, IL)

  Mar 1, 2024 3:45 pm34 views

  These positions play a critical role in the management and restoration of Forest Preserves of Cook County and Chicago Park District Natural Areas. 

• Environmental Fellowship Program (6 positions), Mass Audubon (Lincoln, MA; due Mar. 15)

  Mar 1, 2024 12:45 pm68 views

  This is a 14-month fellowship. Applicants must have obtained a Bachelor’s degree by the start of the fellowship. Salary Range: $50,000-55,000 annually. Fellows selected in Bird Conservation, Ecological Restoration, Land Conservation, Nature in the City, Climate Education, and Arts and Education.

• Undergraduate Fisheries Research Technician (May-Nov. 2024), Suski Ecological Physiology Lab (Urbana, IL; due Mar. 24)

  Feb 16, 2024 2:00 pm52 views

  This position will be flexible, with the potential for up to 40 hours per week based in Champaign-Urbana with frequent trips to Clinton Lake and Newton Lake. Weekend work will be required to collect data at angling tournament weigh-ins. Can only work 40 hours per week during the summer months (and must be enrolled for less than 3 hours during the summer semester). Limited to 28 hours per week (20 hours recommended) during the academic year.

• Regional Manager, Land Conservation, Lewis and Clark Community College (NGRREC) (Urbana-Champaign area, IL; open until filled)

  Feb 16, 2024 2:00 pm8 views

  The Regional Manager’s primary role, with support provided by NRCS, is to be a lead in training and logistical support for junior and/or newly hired Land Conservation Specialists. 

• Program Assistant, Forest Preserve Experience (summer 2024), Friends of the Forest Preserves (South Holland, IL; open until filled)

  Feb 16, 2024 1:45 pm10 views

  The Program Assistant will assist in the preparation, management, implementation, and reporting of the Forest Preserve Experience Program under the supervision of the Program Manager and Program Coordinator. 

• Crew Leader, Forest Preserve Experience (summer 2024), Friends of the Forest Preserves (South Holland, IL; open until filled)

  Feb 16, 2024 1:00 pm9 views

  Friends of the Forest Preserves seeks Crew Leaders to be part of the Forest Preserve Experience (FPE) leadership team. FPE is a five-week summer program for teens, focused on job skill development, restoration training and work, environmental education, and exposure to the forest preserves and jobs in conservation. 

• Visiting Scientific Specialist, Environmental Assessments Researcher, Illinois State Geological Survey (Savoy, IL; due Mar. 1)

  Feb 14, 2024 1:45 pm8 views

  ISGS is seeking to hire a Visiting Scientific Specialist, Environmental Assessments Researcher (up to 3 depending on applicant pool and programmatic need) to perform sponsored research on environmental assessments.   

• Outdoor Education Program Seasonal Leader (summer 2024), McHenry County Conservation District (Woodstock, IL)

  Feb 13, 2024 12:30 pm18 views

  Are you looking for a chance to work outdoors?  Working with our Education Services team as a summer camp and public program leader and make a positive impact in kids lives! Share your knowledge and passion for the natural environment with diverse audiences.  

• Environmental Education Coordinator, St. Joseph County Soil & Water Conservation District (South Bend, IN)

  Feb 13, 2024 11:30 am12 views

  Incumbent serves as Environmental Education Coordinator for the Soil and Water Conservation District, responsible for providing environmental education to schools, community organizations and coordinating related programs. 

• Visiting Scientific Specialist, Wetland Science, Illinois Natural History Survey (Champaign, IL; due Feb. 26)

  Feb 13, 2024 10:15 am15 views

  The Illinois Natural History Survey is seeking up to 2 Visiting Scientific Specialist in the area of Wetland Science to contribute to the research activities of the Survey by conducting research and providing technical expertise in support of research grants, with a particular emphasis on wetlands.  

• Stream and River Research Technician (up to 7 Hourly positions), Illinois Natural History Survey (Champaign, IL; open until filled)

  Feb 9, 2024 1:15 pm36 views

  Successful applicants will work in scenic Illinois rivers, learn how to identify >50 species of fish, collect field data, and be able to assist with ongoing research projects. This is a great opportunity to gain experience in various types of streams and river ecology research. Available: June 3 – October 31, 2024, with the possibility of extension. The start date can be adjusted depending on the candidate’s availability. 

• Bats & Right of Ways Field Crew Lead, Bat Conservation International (Carbondale, IL; due Feb. 23)

  Feb 9, 2024 11:30 am7 views

  The Crew Lead will be responsible for project management and coordination, conducting and supervising fieldwork for bats in southern Illinois. 

• Bats & Right of Ways Field Research Technician, Bat Conservation International (Carbondale, IL; due Feb. 23)

  Feb 9, 2024 11:30 am6 views

  The Field Research Technician will be responsible conducting fieldwork for bats in southern Illinois and collecting field data that include bat acoustic data, insect trapping, and vegetation monitoring. 

• Entry Level Biologist, HELIX Environmental Planning, Inc. (Sacramento, CA)

  Feb 8, 2024 5:30 pm12 views

  HELIX provides biological resources, landscape architecture, environmental planning, regulatory compliance, habitat restoration, cultural resources, acoustical, air quality, and GIS services to both the public and private sectors. The entry-level Biologist is a full-time position that will include working independently and collaboratively with other biologists.

• Rangeland Management Specialist, U.S. Forest Service (many vacancies in CA, CO, NE, NM, ND, OR, SD, WA, and WY; due Feb. 21)

  Feb 7, 2024 12:45 pm7 views

  The Recent Graduates Program affords developmental experiences in the Federal Government intended to promote possible careers in the civil service to individuals who have recently graduated from qualifying educational institutions or programs. Current students who are scheduled to graduate within nine months may also apply to these positions. However, these students cannot be appointed until after graduation and the official degree has been awarded and conferred. 

• Ecologist, U.S. Forest Service (many vacancies in AZ, CA, ID and OR; due Feb. 21)

  Feb 7, 2024 12:45 pm18 views

  The Recent Graduates Program affords developmental experiences in the Federal Government intended to promote possible careers in the civil service to individuals who have recently graduated from qualifying educational institutions or programs. Current students who are scheduled to graduate within nine months may also apply to these positions. However, these students cannot be appointed until after graduation and the official degree has been awarded and conferred. 

• Stream Ecology Summer Internship - Illinois Natural History Survey

  Feb 6, 2024 3:30 pm47 views

  The Illinois Natural History Survey is seeking a summer intern for The Larimore Stream Ecology Internship. This internship will provide the selected intern with knowledge and real-world experience to prepare them for a graduate program in stream or aquatic ecology. This internship opportunity will run from June 6, 2024 - August 5, 2024. The application deadline is March 25, 2024.  

• Fire Ecology, GIS, and Botany Technician, National Park Service Fire Ecology Program (Los Alamos, NM; due Feb. 15)

  Feb 5, 2024 10:30 am22 views

  We are seeking two technicians, 1 for a 30-week (7 month) position and 1 for a 12-week (3 month) position. Start date is approximately May 28, 2024. 

• Illinois Nachusa Restoration Technician (summer 2024), The Nature Conservancy (near Dixon, IL; due Feb. 29)

  Feb 2, 2024 2:15 pm18 views

  The Nature Conservancy in Illinois is seeking Restoration Technicians to help manage and restore tallgrass prairie at the Nachusa Grasslands Preserve. This 4,000 acre preserve, near Dixon, IL, is home to more than 700 native plant species, 180 species of birds, and a herd of bison! The Technicians work together on a crew to restore agricultural lands back to high diversity prairie, wetlands, and savanna.

• EPA Fellowship on Protecting and Restoring Great Lakes Ecosystem Health, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) (Chicago, IL; due Mar. 1)

  Feb 2, 2024 1:45 pm38 views

  Applications may be reviewed on a rolling-basis. The qualified candidate should have received a bachelor’s or master’s degree in one of the relevant fields, or be currently pursuing one of the degrees with completion before the appointment start date.

  Anticipated Start Date: February 19, 2024. Start dates may vary depending on numerous factors. 

• Be EPA Virtual Hiring Webinar February 7, 2024

  Feb 2, 2024 1:30 pm13 views

  The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is hiring! At this free virtual webinar, you’ll hear from EPA Deputy Administrator Janet McCabe, EPA hiring specialists, and current EPA employees. 

• Shooting Sports and Wildlife Instructor/Counselor (summer 2024), Clemson University's Youth Learning Institute (Summerton, SC; due Mar. 1)

  Feb 1, 2024 4:00 pm5 views

  Instructors will be trained and certified through USA Archery, South Carolina 4H Shooting Sports, and South Carolina Department of Natural Resources. Lodging and meals included.

• Natural Resource Specialist (Wetland Specialist), Natural Resources Conservation Service (Edwardsville, IL; due Feb. 14)

  Feb 1, 2024 3:45 pm17 views

  The purpose of the position is to serve as an NRCS expert in the provision of direct wetland determination assistance to Field Offices and producers.

• Intern or Fellow, Montana Conservation Corps (various MT locations; priority deadline Feb. 12)

  Feb 1, 2024 3:00 pm7 views

  Our Conservation Interns and Fellows program focuses on natural resource initiatives and provides young adults a chance to gain hands-on experience while making a measurable difference in communities.  Along with serving their communities, CIs and CFs make tangible contributions to climate change solutions while developing professional skills that directly transfer to a career in the natural resources field.

  Intern Term Dates: 5/15/2024 - 8/14/2024
  Fellow Term Dates: 5/15/2024 - 10/4/2024

• Soil Scientist, U.S. Forest Service (many U.S. vacancies; due Feb. 21)

  Jan 30, 2024 2:30 pm21 views

  The Recent Graduates Program affords developmental experiences in the Federal Government intended to promote possible careers in the civil service to individuals who have recently graduated from qualifying educational institutions or programs. Current students who are scheduled to graduate within nine months may also apply to these positions. However, these students cannot be appointed until after graduation and the official degree has been awarded and conferred. 

• eDNA Technician (Hourly) (summer 2024), Illinois Natural History Survey (Champaign, IL; due Feb. 15)

  Jan 30, 2024 2:00 pm17 views

  The Illinois Natural History Survey seeks an hourly technician to conduct molecular genetic research with an emphasis on environmental DNA assay development and data analysis, community metabarcoding, and population genomics. 

• Spongy Moth Survey Trappers (summer 2024), Spongy Moth Detection Program (northern IL; due Feb. 28)

  Jan 30, 2024 2:00 pm45 views

  The Spongy Moth Slow-the-Spread Foundation, Inc., in cooperation with the Illinois Department of Agriculture, is announcing the availability of three summer trapping positions in northern Illinois.

• Field Netting Technicians (2 positions in summer 2024), UIUC Human-Wildlife Interactions Lab (Kirksville, MO; due Feb. 8 for highest consideration))

  Jan 29, 2024 3:45 pm52 views

  The Human-Wildlife Interactions Lab at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) is recruiting two Field Netting Technicians to aid in an 11-week study of bats in the northern plains of Missouri.  

• Park Ranger (I), National Park Service (Lackawaxen, PA; due Feb. 2)

  Jan 24, 2024 2:00 pm6 views

  This position serves as a trainee Park Ranger (Interpretation) in any organizational unit within the National Park Service (NPS). The purpose of interpretation is to enrich people's lives through meaningful experiences and enjoyable recreation; preserve and protect natural and cultural resources through broad collaboration and shared stewardship; and inspire social and environmental consciousness to build community and sustain the health of the planet. 

• Habitat Restoration Technician (summer 2024), Colorado State University - Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (Fort McCoy, WI; open until filled)

  Jan 23, 2024 3:15 pm22 views

  The Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML) at Colorado State University (CSU) will be hiring up to four seasonal Habitat Restoration Technicians to conduct fieldwork at Fort McCoy Military Installation, Wisconsin. Position duration is approximately end of May through end of August, 2024. Positions could be extended beyond projected dates pending hire availability and funding. Starting dates are flexible.

• Aquatic Field Technician (Hourly) (June-Nov. 2024), Illinois Natural History Survey (Yorkville, IL; open until filled or due March 15)

  Jan 23, 2024 3:15 pm6 views

  Field technicians (2) are needed to conduct applied research in the area of aquatic invasive species control, aquatic ecology, and large river systems throughout the state of Illinois. Technicians will assist large river ecologists in the collection of standardized long-term river monitoring data with additional targeted data collection. In addition, technicians will assist with equipment maintenance and laboratory work. This position will be 40 hours per week and will be located in Yorkville, Illinois.  

• UTEP ROADS Post-Baccalaureate (one year research and mentoring), University of Texas at El Paso (El Paso, TX; due Mar. 1)

  Jan 23, 2024 3:15 pm11 views

  Research opportunities and access for diverse scientists (ROADS) is an NSF-funded RaMP (Research and Mentoring for Postbaccalaureates) program that aims to provide the next generation of global change scientists with transformative research training and professional development - all while engaging them within a supportive academic network at the University of Texas at El Paso, which is a top tier minority-serving research institution (~80% Hispanic – reflecting the local population). 

  Applications for this immersive training program are open to recently graduated baccalaureate (post-bac) students who have received their degree within the past 4 years; or students who are completing their bachelors degree in Spring 2024 (Before May 30th 2024*). 

• Visitor Services Technician (Temporary; summer 2024), Sylvan Lake State Park (Eagle, CO; open until filled)

  Jan 22, 2024 11:30 am9 views

  Housing available.

• Indiana State Coordinator (full-time), Pollinator Partnership (flexible or remote within IN; due Feb. 28)

  Jan 22, 2024 11:30 am9 views

  Pollinator Partnership (P2) seeks to hire a motivated and detail-oriented individual in Indiana to serve as State Coordinator to accomplish native, ecotypic seed collection and volunteer programming, as well as provide technical assistance to urban and agricultural communities.