Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary

Nature Preserve Internship (UNPAID)

McKinney, TX
  • Unpaid
  • On-site

Listing details

  • Last verified Nov 4

About the job

Responsibilities include

  • Perform Field Work: Engage in tasks such as mowing, raking, seeding, water management, and removal of invasive species
  • Conduct Surveys and Research: Data collection may include: soil sampling, plant surveys, nest box monitoring, water testing, amphibian surveys, bird banding, and more
  • Analyze Data: Using tools like GIS, R Coding, and Excel spreadsheets
  • Engage in Special Projects: Participate in habitat restoration, landscape improvement, and propose innovative ideas

Qualifications

  • Current enrollment in a university, with the intention of obtaining a degree in a related field (Ecology, Biology, Wildlife Biology, etc)
  • Preferably background knowledge in the general biology and ecology of landscapes
  • Be comfortable learning how to use various power tools and equipment
  • The ability to work in undesirable outdoor conditions (triple digit heat, mud, etc)
  • Understand the potential exposure to biting/clawing birds, biting insects, venomous snakes, poison ivy, and other potentially irritating substances that come with working outdoors
  • Flexibility, as nature typically has its own plans

Contact

If interested, please reach out with your resume and/or CV for more information.

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