WILDLIFE INTERNS NEEDED

Two biology interns needed to assist in wildlife management activities at

the Chesapeake Island Refuges (Eastern Neck, Martin and Susquehanna

National Wildlife Refuges) and Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge on

Maryland's Eastern Shore.

WHAT?

Primary duties will include independently mapping invasive species

utilizing a GPS unit, and incorporating the information into ArcGIS.

Secondary duties will include assisting with the management of invasive

species, establishing monitoring plots and monitor of invasive species,

data entry, and other duties as assigned.

WHY?

This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable work experience on a

National Wildlife Refuge and develop contacts with professionals in the

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Invasive species are a high priority and

a management concern at many National Wildlife Refuges across the country.

These assignments will aid in successfully achieving management goals at

the refuge level.

WHERE?

Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge is located in Kent County, MD.

Martin National Wildlife Refuge is located in Somerset County, MD.

Susquehanna National Wildlife Refuge is located in Harford County, MD.

Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge is located in Dorchester County, MD.

WHO?

Ideal candidates will have completed, or be enrolled in, a BS/BA program

in Zoology/Biology/Wildlife Ecology/Natural Resource Management.

Candidates should have experience using a GPS, a basic understanding of

GIS, vegetation sampling experience, interest in botanical work, and the

ability to work independently in (potentially) wet terrain with large

numbers of aggressive mosquitoes.

WHEN?

From mid-May through August 2005; dates somewhat flexible. Work is 40

hours per week

HOW MUCH?

$250/week stipend provided. Housing is UNAVAILABLE. Intern offices will

be located at Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge, located in Rock Hall,

MD; shopping, food, and services are available about 20 miles away in

Chestertown, MD (from Eastern Neck). Martin National Wildlife Refuge is

located on Smith Island. Access to Martin is via ferry. Few services

exist on Smith Island. Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge is located in

Cambridge, MD; shopping, food and services are available about 6 miles in

Cambridge. A vehicle will be provided for work related travel. Hip boots

and optics will be provided.

HOW DO I APPLY?

Send a cover letter and resume with 3 references (name, relationship, and

phone number) to:

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge

1730 Eastern Neck Road

Rock Hall, MD 21661

Attention: Rachel Cliché

Or E-mail: Rachel_cliche@fws.gov

Phone: (410) 639-2108 x 222

Applications accepted if postmarked by April 8, 2005 or until filled with

qualified applicants.