[APWG] Internship announcement

[Rachel_Cliche at fws.gov]

Could you please post this internship announcement?

Thanks!

p.s. It is also written in the body of this message below. 



Rachel Cliche
Wildlife Biologist
Invasive Species Specialist
Chesapeake Island Refuges
Eastern Neck, Martin, Susquehanna NWRs
1730 Eastern Neck Road
Rock Hall, MD  21661

phone:  (410) 639-2108
fax:  (410) 639-2516


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 at fws.gov
Phone: (410) 639-2108 x 222
Applications accepted if postmarked by April 8, 2005 or until filled with 
qualified applicants.  





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