I found list on the orn jobs list serv. A great opportunity for someone!
WILDLIFE TECHNICIAN INTERN needed from mid-Apr through mid-Jul to assist
refuge biologist in conducting wildlife surveys on Eastern Shore of
Virginia and Fisherman Island National Wildlife Refuges located at the
southern tip of the Delmarva Peninsula. Duties include assisting with
breeding landbird surveys, marsh bird callback surveys, beach-nesting
bird monitoring, vegetation measurements, invasive species monitoring,
predator surveys and data entry. A current student or recent graduate in
wildlife biology or other natural resource areas is required. A driver’s
license is also required. Candidate selected should be reliable and
willing to endure heat, humidity, various biting insects and early
mornings. Work is often conducted in thick shrub-scrub vegetation.
Interns must be able to work independently and be self-starters.
Mosquitoes can be severe and daily checks for ticks are necessary;
however, the position provides incredible opportunities for viewing and
learning about wildlife. Area is relatively rural with most services
located approximately 10 miles away. The position requires a 40 hour
work week with housing provided and a stipend of $200 per week.
Applicants who can start in Apr are preferred, but May applicants will
be considered. Send letter of interest, resume and contact information
for 3 references by 7 Mar to PAM DENMON, Eastern Shore of Virginia
National Wildlife Refuge, 5003 Hallett Circle, Cape Charles, VA 23310.
Applications can also be e-mailed to Pamela_Denmon@xxxxxxx.
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Susan A. Heath
George Mason University
Environmental Science Department
Fairfax, VA
Secretary, Virginia Avian Records Committee
Keeper, Virginia Comp List at www.virginiabirding.org
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