2008 Summer Internships WATER RESOURCES |
WATER RESOURCES
(Positions Last Updated
4/4/2008)
Listed below are the current intern positions I have available at this time. I expect to have many more in the next month or so and I will update this file as I receive them (date of update will be listed as above). You can access this page through the CNR Home Page under Careers & Opportunities – CNR Internships- Water Resources Internships. As new positions become available you can view and download the position document and download an application form and complete it electronically. If you plan to apply for any internship please bring a completed CNR internship application (available on the web) to my office or my CNR mailbox. I also need to know about positions that you are directly applying for yourselves. You can just email me and let me know what positions you are applying for. You can arrange your own internship with an agency if you have contacts. After you have discussed the possibility of an internship with an agency it is very important for you to discuss the opportunity with me and provide me with the names and phone numbers of the agency contact person. I will call the agency and make arrangements to the set up the internship and provide the University linkage.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Make sure that you pay special attention to the application deadline listed for each position and have your application turned in on time. Item 14 on the CNR Internship Application form requests that you rank your preference for an internship and you can do that by recording the position number listed below. Also please make sure that you check off whether or not you would be willing to be considered for other intern positions under item 15. Make sure that you include your e-mail address on the bottom of the first page of the application. In some instances the agency may want to do a phone interview, personal interview (here or at the agency) so the notification process will vary with different agencies. I will include any required materials in addition to the Water application form in the position descriptions listed below. In some cases the agency may want you to apply directly to them and they may have different applications forms you will need to get from the web or me to apply for the position. I will indicate how to apply for a position at the bottom of the position listing. Please pay special attention to this. It is important that you fill out a standard Water Resources Intern Application (available on the Water Resources web site) and turn it in to me regardless if I will be sending in your application or if you are applying directly to the agency.
CHECK OUT THE NATIONAL FISHERIES INTERNSHIPS AVAILABLE ON THE AMERICAN FISHERIES SOCIETY JOB LISTINGS AT THE FOLLOWING URL - http://www.fisheries.org/html/jobs.shtml
Position
Number
1 FISHERIES INTERNSHIP Location – Laona, Eagle River, Park Falls, Wisconsin AGENCY - US Forest Service
2 WATER MANAGEMENT INTERNSHIP Location - Wisconsin Rapids, WI - Agency - NRCS
3 FISHERIES INTERNSHIP Location – Grand Rapids, Minnesota AGENCY - Minnesota DNR -
4. FISHERIES INTERNSHIPS (5 POSITIONS). Location - Vernal, Utah - Agency - Utah Fish and Game -
5.WATER QUALITY/BIOMONITORING INTERNSHIP Location - Madison, WI - Municipal Agency -
6 AQUATIC MUSSEL RESEARCH INTERNSHIP (3 positions) Location – St. Paul, Minnesota AGENCY - Minnesota DNR -
7 LAKE SURVEY INTERNSHIPS (6 positions) Location – Grand Rapids, Minnesota AGENCY - Minnesota DNR -
The Minnesota DNR is seeking applicants for paid summer internship positions. These field positions will assist DNR staff with lake vegetation surveys in Cass County and throughout Minnesota. Responsibilities include operating motorboats, navigating with GPS, and collecting and recording information on aquatic and wetland plant species. Interns should typically have 2-3 years of college coursework, and should have completed some coursework in plant taxonomy and/or aquatic sciences. Requirements: 1. Student should be enrolled in an Academic Program related to Biology, Botany, Ecology, Fish and Wildlife or Natural Resource Management. 2. Student must receive academic credit for successful completion of summer internship and be returning for the fall semester. The student and faculty advisor must sign a DNR Internship Agreement Form. 3. A valid Minnesota driver’s license. Knowledge and skills in at least some of the following areas are desired: 1. Coursework in biology, ecology, limnology, botany, plant taxonomy, aquatic sciences 2. Experience recording field data 3. Orienteering skills including use of GPS, lake maps, county road maps 4. Computer experience including word processing, spreadsheets, GIS programs 5. Experience trailering and operating motorboats. Schedule: These positions begin in mid-late May or June and run through mid-late August, or occasionally longer. Interns will work 40 hours per week and for fieldwork the typical schedule is Monday through Thursday, 7:00-5:30. Wages and travel expenses: Intern will be paid an hourly wage of $11.00 per hour. Positions will be based at Brainerd DNR office and most fieldwork will be conducted on Cass County lakes. Travel from Brainerd to field site and return will be provided by DNR. If overnight travel is required, DNR will provide housing and will reimburse meal expenses. Lodging in Brainerd is not provided. Physical working conditions: The intern does a variety of vegetation and lake habitat survey work as part of a crew. This is a field position and work will be conducted in a variety of weather conditions including light rain. Extended workdays are common and fieldwork will involve boating, wading along shorelines, and throwing long-handled rakes to collect plant samples. Intern should be able to lift anchors, gas tanks and trolling motor battery. After initial training, intern will be expected to assist with boat launching, trailering and motorboat operation. For more information contact: Donna Perleberg, Aquatic Plant Ecologist Minnesota DNR, Ecological Resources Division, 1601 Minnesota Dr., Brainerd, MN 56401 phone: (218) 833-8727 email: donna.perleberg@dnr.state.mn.us To apply, mail or email the following to Donna Perleberg by February 15, 2008: 1. cover letter including statement of interest, current educational institute, academic level or credits, major field of study, and available work period 2. resume (include two references) 3. college transcripts (unofficial copy)
8.LAKE MANAGEMENT/GROUNDWATER HYDROLOGIST INTERNSHIP Location - Lake Geneva, WI- Agency - Geneva Lake Environmental Agency
9. FISHERIES and OTHER INTERNSHIPS Location - Various Locations in MN- Agency - MN Dept. of Natural Resources
2008 Positions:
Location Dates Contact Deadline
*Metro (4) June-August Roland Sigurdson, 651-625-1291 February 29 Roland.sigurdson@dnr.state.mn.us
Brainerd
June-August
Joe Mix, 218-999-7825
March 15
Aquatic Plant Mgt
Joe.mix@dnr.state.mn.us
Duluth
June-August Mr.
Glenwood June-August Brad Parsons, 320-634-4703 March 15 Rersearch (2) brad.parsons@dnr.state.mn.us
Lk. Superior
May-Sept
Don Schreiner, 218-525-0853 x206
March 15
Aitkin (4)
May-August Patrick Schmalz, 218-927-4814
March 15
(Mille
Lacs)
Patrick.schmalz@dnr.state.mn.us
*MinnAqua Program: this DNR program focuses on teaching kids how to fish and teaches the importance of fish habitat and a healthy natural environment. Interns in this program will spend most of their time working with kids. Training is provided and is required. $11/hr + Mileage.
MN Department of Natural Resources – Nongame Fish, Frog
and Bird Survey Interns – These positions will conduct fish, frog or bird
surveys as part of a crew from a motorboat.
The frog and bird surveys are point counts of species heard.
Nongame fish are surveyed with a variety of methods.
Survey work may be conducted early in the morning or evening (birds),
after sunset (frogs), and/or during regular day hours. Responsibilities will
include operating motorboats, and collecting and recording information on
wildlife/fish species.
Other tasks
may include data compilation and entry, data analysis, map production, and fish
specimen collection. Interns should typically have at least 2-3 years of
college coursework, and should have completed some coursework in ichthyology,
herpetology or ornithology.
Interns
fulfill college requirements through the internship. Some of these positions may
be filled in the “student worker” classification.
Positions are located in Brainerd and most fieldwork will be conducted in
2008 Positions:
Location Dates Contact Deadline
Brainerd (3) May-August Pam Perry, 218-833-8728 February 15 pam.perry@dnr.state.mn.us
MN Department of Natural Resources - Invasive Species
Program Intern – These positions begin in mid-late May and run through late
August, or occasionally longer.
Interns assist aquatic biologists with field work in lakes and wetlands around
2008 Positions:
Location Dates Contact Deadline
Metro
May-Sept.
Wendy Crowell, 651-259-5085
March 15
wendy.crowell@dnr.state.mn.us
MN Department of Natural Resources –
Useful skills and
course work include ichthyology, ecology, botany, knowledge of database
management, and other computer skills.
We prefer experience in surveying fish and/or the ability to identify
most of
2008 Positions:
Location Dates Contact Deadline
218-739-7576 ext.254
kimberly.strand@dnr.state.mn.us
651-259-5129
MN Department of Natural Resources – Aquatic Vegetation Survey Intern – The intern will conduct lake, river and wetland vegetation surveys as part of a crew. The crew will conduct surveys with motorboats, canoes and by wading along shorelines. Responsibilities will include operating motorboats and GPS units, and collecting and recording information on aquatic plant species and habitat characteristics. Other tasks may include data entry and analysis, map production, and plant specimen identification and preservation. Interns should typically have at least 2-3 years of college coursework, and should have completed some coursework in plant taxonomy and/or aquatic sciences. Interns fulfill college requirements through the internship. Some of these positions may be filled in the “student worker” classification. Travel from DNR office to field site and return will be provided by DNR. If overnight travel is required, DNR will provide lodging and will reimburse meal expenses.
Location Dates Contact Deadline
Brainerd (3)
May-August
Donna Perleberg, 218-833-8727
February 15
($11/hr)
donna.perleberg@dnr.state.mn.us
10. URBAN LIMNOLOGY INTERNSHIP Location - Appleton Area (1 position) and Lake Geneva/Delavan Lake Area (2 positions) - Private Agency - Lake and Pond Solutions, LLC -
11. BIOLOGICAL RESEARCH INTERNSHIP Location - Otto, NC - Coweeta Hydrologic Lab - Private - USDA Forest Service
12. FISHERIES/WATER QUALITY INTERNSHIPS Location - Lake City, MN Agency - MN Dept. of Natural Resources
13. AQUACULTURE/FISHERIES MANAGEMENT INTERNSHIP Location - Dundee, IL Agency - Max McGraw Wildlife Foundation
14. VARIOUS INTERSHIPS WITH THE MISSOURI DEPT. OF CONSERVATION Location - Various Locations throughout Missouri -Agency - Missouri Dept. of Conservation - I am pleased to announce summer internship opportunities with the Missouri Department of Conservation have been posted on our website; www.mdc.mo.gov/about/jobs The positions will remain open until February 7, 2008. To apply, students will need to complete the online application found at the same site. Internship positions are offered at both the undergraduate and graduate level. For any questions, please contact me at rebecca.solum@mdc.mo.gov or 573/522-4115, ext. 3231. Rebecca Solum, Human Resources Coordinator, Missouri Department of Conservation
15. HYDROLOGY/FISHERIES INTERNSHIPS (2) Location - Park Falls, WI Agency - US Forest Service
The US Forest Service will have 2 hydrology/fisheries interns on the forest this summer. These positions will be at the GS-4 level this summer. Duties would include: conducting road stream crossing and fish passage surveys, assist with installation of culverts, erosion control work and stream/ lake water quality sampling. The positions will run from end May through August. We are flexible in those dates as usual. Candidates can contact either Dale Higgins Jim Mineau for more information Jim Mineau Hydrologist, Chequamegon-Nicolet NF, (715)762-5182 jmineau@fs.fed.us See Dr. Szczytko for appropriate forms (See Position Description # 1 above for details.
16. WATER RESOURCE AUTOMATION SPECIALIST Location -Watonwan, MN Agency - Watonwan County
WATER RESOURCE AUTOMATION SPECIALIST
WATERSHED PROJECT INTERN NEEDED - The Chippewa River Watershed Project (CRWP) is accepting applications for a summer intern. The CRWP is a
grant based partnership with goals of improving water quality in the Chippewa River and its tributaries in
western Minnesota. The Chippewa River Watershed Project works towards this goal through awareness
building, monitoring and implementation activities. Internship responsibilities include but are not limited to: Collecting water grab samples for lab analysis, Operating basic water quality monitoring equipment, Taking stream flow measurements, Stream transparency data collection, Assisting with data analysis, Macroinvertebrate sampling and identification, Assisting with shoreline restoration plantings, Prepare newsletters and brochures, Attend/Participate in meetings. workshops, events through the education/outreach program of the CRWP Seeking individuals pursuing degrees in Environmental Studies/Science, Biology, Hydrology, Soil and Water Conservation or related fields. Coursework in biology, chemistry, or hydrology recommended. Preference will be given to candidates who have completed their sophomore year of secondary education. Individuals must be responsible, highly motivated and able to work independently as well as with a team. The ability to accurately collect and record data is essential. Applicant will be expected to work outdoors, sometimes in adverse conditions and perform some physical labor duties. Applicant must possess a current driver’s license. Applicant must be willing to complete a background check. This is a temporary seasonal environmental internship for the Summer of 2008 (12 weeks). Interns will work about 40 hours a week. Flexible start date of mid-May. Possibility of temporary employment beyond the 12 weeks. Intern position will be located in the Montevideo office. Wage: $9.00/hr. For more information contact Jennifer at 320-269-2139 x120 or jennifer.hoffman@rcdnet.net To apply, send resume including cover letter to: Chippewa River Watershed Project, 629 N 11th Street, Suite 17, Montevideo, MN 56265 APPLICATION DEADLINE: Must be postmarked by FRIDAY, MARCH 7th, 2008. Interview dates will be set during the week of March 24th.
Wetland Monitoring Internships - Joint project between the MN Board of Water and Soil Resources and the MSU Water Resources Center Summary Two Wetland Monitoring Assistants are needed to conduct field assessments of wetlands restored through the Minnesota Wetland Conservation Act. The expected work period will be 480 hours between May 19th and August 15th. Starting date is flexible. Interns may be expected to work four 10-hour days with overnight travel within the state. Lodging and meal allowances will be covered through reimbursements and/or travel advance arrangements. The 2008 fieldwork will primarily occur in southern Minnesota, with some sites in the metro area. The wage will be $9.50 per hour. Interns are required to enroll for at least one internship credit at Minnesota State University, Mankato. These internship opportunities are offered through the Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources and coordinated by the Minnesota State University, Mankato Water Resources Center. Priority will be given to students that have not yet completed a B.S. or B.A. degree and plan to attend Minnesota State University, Mankato in the fall of 2008; however, qualified applicants from other institutions and those with a completed degree will certainly be considered – so if interested, please apply. Duties: • Interact with local government staff and landowners to review project plans, • Travel to restoration sites throughout the state, • Evaluate and document wetland vegetation, hydrologic parameters, and wildlife, • Use a digital camera to document restoration success and concerns, • Evaluate and document compliance of wetland restoration plans, • Complete required data entry, and various other office duties. Desired Qualifications: • Ability to self-motivate and work independently, • Aptitude to communicate with local government staff and landowners in a professional manner, • Skills in identifying common wetland vegetation, noxious weeds, and invasive plants, • Skills using a GPS receiver to record data and assist with field navigation, • Interest in wetland regulation and restoration, • Ability to work with extreme weather conditions (heat, humidity) and biting insects • Valid driver’s license For more information on the work locations, duties, schedule, etc., please contact: Carol Strojny, Board of Water and Soil Resources Phone: (651) 297-1893, Email: carol.strojny@bwsr.state.mn.us For information on the hiring process, internship requirements, and application submission , please contact: Shannon J. Fisher, Director, MSU Water Resources Center, 184 Trafton Science Center, Mankato, MN 56001 Phone: (507) 389-5492; Email: shannon.fisher@mnsu.edu To apply for one of these internships, submit a cover letter, resume, and at least 2 work references to Dr. Fisher at the address above. Applications must be received by February 29, 2008.
19. FISHERIES INTERNSHIP Location – MI (UP of Michigan)– US Forest Service (2 Positions) in Escanaba - housing in Munising
These internships involve lake and stream inventory work throughout the UP. The intern would be stationed in Munising, MI (in the UP. Housing would be provided for a minimal cost (less than $100/month) at the US Forest Service Facilities in Munising, MI. Students will perform a variety of tasks relating to stream habitat improvement and inventory of fish populations and habitat in lakes and streams. Stream work will include building log bank covers and spawning habitat in trout streams, electrofishing and measuring habitat features. Lake work will include collecting limnological data and assessing fish populations with various types of nets. Other duties may include equipment maintenance, stream temperature monitoring, and entering field data on the computer. Much of the work will be done under the direct supervision of a biologist or full-time technician, but students will occasionally work independently. This is a great opportunity to spend the summer in the UP and gain valuable work experience with the US Forest Service. Qualifications – Candidates must have a strong interest in fishery management and have completed course work in fish biology, fishery management, limnology or closely related subjects. They must be able to work well with others. Reliability and good judgment will be required on a daily basis. Good physical condition is essential because this is primarily a field position that will required extended, moderate physical exertion in a wide variety of terrains and weather conditions. A valid driver’s license must be in possession. Experience with chain saw operation or mechanical ability is desirable but not required The Forest Service will provide on-the-job transportation and government housing (approx. $100/month). Safety equipment such as waders, gloves, etc will be provided. Munising is a full-service community of approximately 3000 located on the shores of Lake Superior, adjacent to Pictured Rocks National Lake Shore. Positions are open to undergraduate Fisheries or Limnology majors Pay – GS 4 – 11.25/hr. Dates – ca. May 22 through August 18 2008 (ca. 13 weeks) . APPLICATION DEADLINE – March 3, 2007 - APPLICATION PROCESS – Letter of Intent, Resume and Federal Forms OF 612 and OF 306 (available in Dr. Szczytko's office CNR 331 & Mike Pagel's Office) AND UNOFFICIAL COPY OF UWSP TRANSCRIPTS– Send Application materials to: Chuck Bassett, Hiawatha National Forest, Fisheries Program Manager, 2727 N. Lincoln Rd, Escanaba, MI 49829 Phone 906.789.3336 cbassett@fs.fed.us
20. AQUACULTURE INTERNSHIP Location – Bayfield, WI (3 Positions) AGENCY - Northern Aquaculture Demonstration Facility/UWSP
Purpose
This applied research experience program will provide
undergraduate students with laboratory and fish hatchery training in
aquaculture, fish culture, and aquatic ecology with extensive hands-on
training at a state-of-the-art fish production facility. The goal of this
program is to develop, through active participation, future fish farmers and
hatchery managers that are better prepared to produce farm-raised fish for
tomorrow’s consumers and stocking needs.
Stipends of $5,200 are provided to summer participants
for a 13-week full-time program (40 hrs/week).
Residence:
Students will be responsible for finding their own
lodging in the Bayfield & Palmyra, WI areas.
Some assistance in locating housing will be provided.
Eligibility:
Applications are invited from undergraduate students
who will have completed at least two years of study towards a bachelor's
degree and are still undergraduates during summer 2008. Preference will be
given to students majoring in biology (aquaculture minor), fisheries,
aquatic biology or natural resources; but all are encouraged to apply.
Minority, women and handicapped students are especially encouraged to
apply. Participants must be
E-mail:
CHartleb@uwsp.edu
21. WETLAND INTERNSHIP Location – Wheaton, IL AGENCY - Du Page Co. Economic Development and Planning
The DuPage Co. EDP Division of Environmental Concerns is seeking an intern to assist the permitting division for the summer. The position involves a wide range of activities including: assisting the Wetland Specialists, conducting field inspections throughout the county, generl office duties, and completing requests for information. The position provides an excellent opportunity to gain experience in both wetland field techniques and county regulations. A background in biology, life science, natural resources, or a related field is preferred. Applicants are expected to work a regular schedule of 20-40 hours/week Monday through Friday. Hours can be coordinated with student's class schedules. Must have a valid driver's license. Internship pay is $10/hour. To Apply send a resume and cover letter to DuPage County Division of Environmental Concerns, 421 N. county Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187 Attn: Mary Beth Falsey, senior Wetland Technician or email marybeth.falsey@dupageco.org Phone (630) 407-6680 Fax (630) 407-6702.
22. STORMWATER INTERNSHIP Location – Blaine, MN AGENCY - Ramsey Conservation District MN
Stormwater BMP Inspector
-Summer Internship - Description:
Every permitted party signs a maintenance agreement regarding their
stormwater management
features,
such as storm ponds and rain gardens. The intern will inspect these features and
work with landowners and District staff to ensure that these are being
maintained and functioning well. The intern will also be able to participate in
other aspects of Rice Creek Watershed District activities and operation.
Compensation and Duration: $12 – $13
hourly without benefits for 12 weeks during the summer
Requirements: Enrollment at an institute of higher education
(bachelors, masters, or PhD program) in the Fall of 2008, Major in Natural
Resources, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Water Resources,
Landscape Architecture, or similar field; Ability
to provide an insured vehicle for field work (mileage will be reimbursed at
rates set by the Federal Government); Valid Drivers License; Ability to work
independently; and Ability to work outdoors in all weather over uneven terrain.
Tasks:
Identify vegetation growing in basins; Identify erosion issues and sedimentation
in basins; Effectively communicate results and corrective actions by letter,
phone, and in person; Conduct follow-up inspections to determine successful
maintenance; and Other tasks as directed by the RCWD Administrator.
Desired
Skills:
Plant Identification; Communication, effective both oral and written; Ability to
read engineering plans; Organization of file information, photographs, etc.,
both electronic and hard copy; and Working knowledge of Microsoft office
software and Microsoft Windows operating system.
Application Process:
Submit a letter of interest, resume, transcripts (do not need to be
official) and proof of enrollment for Fall of 2008 (if applicable) to David
Bauer, 4325 Pheasant Ridge Dr. NE #611, Blaine, MN 55449-4539 Phone
763 398-3070 Fax 763 398-3088
www.ricecreek.or or email to dbauer@ricecreek.org by
Friday, February 29, 2008. Interviews will be conducted with the Ramsey
Conservation District in the weeks following. Notices will be sent out regarding
status of applications by
23. SHORLINE RESTORATION INTERNSHIP Location – Blaine, MN AGENCY - Ramsey Conservation District MN
Landscape
Architecture, or similar field, Valid Drivers License, Ability to work
independently, Ability to work outdoors
in all weather conditions over uneven terrain, Ability
to carry 40 pounds, PRIMARY
RESPONSIBILITIES Locke Lake Shoreline Restoration Projects Tasks
Find 5-10 homeowners willing to
participate in the Locke Lake Shoreline Restoration program, Obtain signed the
operations and maintenance agreement from homeowners, Develop planting plans
with the homeowner and Anoka Conservation District, Get permits from DNR,
Calculate supplies needed, Order plants, materials and woodchips to complete
project, Coordinate MCC work crews, Oversee installation of the project,
Desired Skills Organization and coordination, Communication both
written and verbal, Plant identification (some), Working knowledge of Microsoft
Office Software SECONDARY
RESPONSIBILITIES Lake and Stream Monitoring, Tasks Collect stream water
quality samples following standard protocols, Assist with installation and
maintenance of monitoring equipment, Calibrate equipment and download data,
Record/download data, Deliver samples to laboratory for processing,
Desired Skills Understanding of basic limnology, Some
mechanical/technological aptitude, Comfortable working in boat or waders, Detail
oriented! Miscellaneous Field Work
Tasks May
Include Fish, invertebrate, and aquatic plant sampling, Stream flow
measurements, Lake and stream habitat surveys, Stream restoration activities,
Surveying, Coordinating with citizen volunteers, Application Process:
Submit a cover letter, resume, transcripts (do not need to be official) and
proof of college
enrollment for Fall of 2008 to Dawn Pape and Matt
Kocian at
4325 Pheasant Ridge Dr. NE #611, Blaine, MN 55449-4539 Phone
763 398-3070 Fax 763 398-3088
www.ricecreek.or
or email to dpape@ricecreek.org and
mkocian@ricecreek.org by Friday, February 29, 2008. Notices will be sent out
regarding status of applications by March 28, 2008.
24. WATERSHED/LAND CONSERVATION INTERNSHIPS Location – Various Locations throughout WI, AGENCY - WI Land & Water Conservation Assoc.
Numerous opportunities are
available through the Conservation on the Land Internship Program.
Postings at this time include various types of Conservation Interns who
will work at county Land Conservation Departments or related organizations
throughout Wisconsin, including Crawford, Dodge, Lafayette, Rusk and Sheboygan
Counties.