Month: January 2021

2 full-time undergraduate research assistants needed for forest pollinator field work in Oregon summer 2021

2 FULL-TIME UNDERGRADUATE FIELD RESEARCH ASSISTANTS NEEDED FOR FOREST POLLINATOR RESEARCH IN THE FOREST ANIMAL ECOLOGY LAB AT OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY.

The successful applicant will have the opportunity to contribute to research on wild bumble bee populations and movement in the Oregon Coast Range. The objective of this research is to assess how behavior, population dynamics, and health of native bumble bees are affected by stand and landscape characteristics in managed forests using cutting-edge genetic capture-recapture techniques. We are looking for an enthusiastic candidate who is motivated to gain experience collecting ecological data and sampling insects. This is a great opportunity for students interested in ecology, entomology, botany, and/or forest research. Position dates are June 11-August 22, 2021 (some flexibility in start and end dates may be possible).

Position Duties: 

  • Collecting wild pollinators using a variety of techniques (netting, traps, non-lethal tissue samples) 
  • Identifying native and exotic flowering plant species 
  • Measuring plant community, environmental, and management-related variables 
  • Labeling and organizing sampled specimens 
  • Entering data 

 

At least 80% of work hours will be in the field. Field work will take place in the rugged and scenic Coast Range of western Oregon and will involve physically demanding work in challenging conditions (heat, cold, rain, sun, steep slopes, loose rock, logging slash, stinging insects, hazardous plants), working long days, including some weekends, driving on logging roads, and navigating through difficult forest terrain.

Applicants should be working towards a B.S. degree in entomology, animal ecology, botany, forestry, or a related field.

Successful applicants will: 

  • Meet minimum eligibility requirements for student employment (Meet minimum eligibility requirements for student employment ) 
  • Be self-motivated, with a strong work ethic 
  • Be able to carry heavy gear (30+ lbs) on steep slopes 
  • Have a valid driverÃf¢ÒÂEURÃ’Â(tm)s license and clean driving record 
  • Be able to maintain a positive disposition under challenging field conditions 
  • Be able to work safely, efficiently, and cooperatively in a team setting 
  • Have excellent communication and organizational skills 
  • Complete CPR/First Aid Certification prior to official start date (coordinated and paid for by employer) 

 

Preference will be given to candidates who are proficient with insect collection and identification, have previous experience with ecological field work, and/or are familiar with Oregon flora.

Apply here: Apply here 

 

Paid Wildlife Internship Opportunities (Multiple Locations), Oregon Dept of Fish and Wildlife

Paid Wildlife Internship Opportunities Ãf¢ÒÂEURҔ Oregon Conservation Strategy Intern (Multiple Locations)
Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife
Central Point, Bend, Portland (Sauvie Island), Clackamas, OR

Come support ODFWÃf¢ÒÂEURÃ’Â(tm)s mission by participating in a College Internship Program! Put your knowledge and interest in wildlife to use and apply for this internship opportunity!

Student interns will be provided practical on-the-job training experience related to wildlife conservation, research and management. The benefit of this position is to recruit and train potential employees seeking careers in wildlife conservation and develop a great knowledge base of wildlife in Oregon and are expected to gain the ability to develop and refine academic and professional goals as well as understand land and public access management of a wildlife area and the structure and operation of a natural resources agency.

Qualifications: You must be a student, currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program in a college or university, preferably in a biological/ecological sciences related field, during the internship. (If you have graduated or will be graduating by June 2021, you are not eligible for these internship opportunities); AND you must submit a Cover Letter/Letter of Interest (no more than 1 page) with your application that includes 1) your major course of study, 2) your career interests, 3) what you would like to learn from this internship opportunity and 4) why you are choosing ODFW for your internship.

Preference for: Students who are currently pursuing a biological/ecological sciences related degree and a review of cover letters/letters of interest.
ODFW is unable to support VISA sponsorships.

Salary: $15.20/hr.

Closing Date: February 2, 2021

REU in coastal/aquatic research at Univ. Louisiana at Lafayette

The NSF-funded Healthy Streams, Healthy Coasts Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program at University of Louisiana at Lafayette is now accepting applications through the NSF ETAP system. Applications will be accepted through Feb 8th for the 2021 summer program. Students accepted to this competitive program will spend 8 weeks in the heart of Cajun Country in Lafayette, Louisiana, working with leading researchers in interdisciplinary fields related to watershed, coastal, and marine science.

Please note: for Summer 2021, we are currently planning for an in-person program. However, everything is bound by the local safety and health regulations due to COVID-19. The program will happen in some form (in-person, remote, or hybrid), and we will make a final decision prior to offers being made in March.

The Healthy Streams, Healthy Coasts REU program is committed to enhancing the diversity, equity, and inclusion of scientific communities and sharing our science with broader audiences. Students from minoritized groups in STEM, first generation students, and students without undergraduate research opportunities at their home universities or colleges are highly encouraged to apply. Participation in the REU program comes with a stipend ($600/week), travel support, on-campus housing, and support for research and conference presentations following the summer program.

For more information, including a listing of possible mentors to work with, eligibility rules, and instructions on completing the common application, please visit our website. If you have any questions or would like more information, please email HSHC_REU@louisiana.edu.

2020-2021 Lakes Region Conservation Corps – New Hampshire

Purpose/objective:
The Lakes Regions Conservation Corps (LRCC) is a 22.5 week AmeriCorps service program that develops skills and experiences for conservation professionals. LRCC members are the driving force behind many of the conservation efforts of New Hampshire’s Lakes Region.  The LRCC has positions available at the following host sites:

Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Camp Hale (2) – Sandwich, NH
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Green Mountain Conservation Group (2) – Effingham, NH
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Newfound Lake Region Association (2) – Bristol, NH
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Squam Lakes Association (6) – Holderness, NH
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Squam Lakes Conservation Society (2) – Holderness, NH

Key responsibilities may include*:
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Engage youth and adults in environmental education.
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Lead volunteer crews.
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Work toward the eradication of invasive species in the lakes and watershed.
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Maintain and construct regional trail networks.
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Develop conservation protocols and reports.
*Each host site operates independently and may not participate in all of the above, and may have additional responsibilities not listed.

Qualifications*
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Must be 18 years old by May 20th, 2021
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Must be covered by health insurance for the duration of program
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Must be a US citizen, US national, or legal permanent resident
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Must clear all required national service criminal history checks
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Must be a high school graduate, GED recipient, or be working towards obtaining one during term of service
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Able to work independently and with a group

Commitment:
May 20, 2021 through October 24, 2021 and a minimum of 900 hours

Training/support provided to all host sites (other trainings provided based on host site)*:
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    NH Safe Boating certification
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    NH Commercial boating license
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Wilderness First Aid & CPR certifications
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Living allowance: $211 weekly, distributed biweekly (before taxes)
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Student loan forbearance for qualifying loans
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    AmeriCorps Education Award of $3,097.50 received upon completion of specified term length and a minimum 900 hours.
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Provided housing with kitchen facilities, or a $250 biweekly housing allowance (dependent on host site)

* The provision of these trainings are contingent upon the operation of the organizations hosting them, which may be impacted due to COVID-19.
* Each host site operates independently, and may have additional requirements, key responsibilities, or provide site-specific trainings. For more information on specific sites, visit more information on specific sites.

To Apply and Learn More:
For more information or to apply please visit our website at LakesRegionConservationCorps.org or contact Danielle Plumlee, AmeriCorps Program Manager, at DPlumlee@Squamlakes.org.

 

 

2021 Summer/Fall Lakes Region Conservation Corps – New Hampshire

Lakes Region Conservation Corps
2021 Summer/ Fall Program

Purpose/objective:
The Lakes Regions Conservation Corps (LRCC) is a 22.5 week AmeriCorps service program that develops skills and experiences for conservation professionals. LRCC members are the driving force behind many of the conservation efforts of New Hampshire’s Lakes Region.  The LRCC has positions available at the following host sites:

Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Camp Hale (2) – Sandwich, NH
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Green Mountain Conservation Group (2) – Effingham, NH
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Newfound Lake Region Association (2) – Bristol, NH
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Squam Lakes Association (6) – Holderness, NH
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Squam Lakes Conservation Society (2) – Holderness, NH

Key responsibilities may include*:
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Engage youth and adults in environmental education.
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Lead volunteer crews.
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Work toward the eradication of invasive species in the lakes and watershed.
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Maintain and construct regional trail networks.
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Develop conservation protocols and reports.
*Each host site operates independently and may not participate in all of the above, and may have additional responsibilities not listed.

Qualifications*
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Must be 18 years old by May 20th, 2021
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Must be covered by health insurance for the duration of program
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Must be a US citizen, US national, or legal permanent resident
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Must clear all required national service criminal history checks
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Must be a high school graduate, GED recipient, or be working towards obtaining one during term of service
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Able to work independently and with a group

Commitment:
May 20, 2021 through October 24, 2021 and a minimum of 900 hours

Training/support provided to all host sites (other trainings provided based on host site)*:
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    NH Safe Boating certification
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    NH Commercial boating license
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Wilderness First Aid & CPR certifications
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Living allowance: $211 weekly, distributed biweekly (before taxes)
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Student loan forbearance for qualifying loans
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    AmeriCorps Education Award of $3,097.50 received upon completion of specified term length and a minimum 900 hours.
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢    Provided housing with kitchen facilities, or a $250 biweekly housing allowance (dependent on host site)
* The provision of these trainings are contingent upon the operation of the organizations hosting them, which may be impacted due to COVID-19.
* Each host site operates independently, and may have additional requirements, key responsibilities, or provide site-specific trainings. For more information on specific sites, visit more information on specific sites.

To Apply and Learn More:
For more information or to apply please visit our website at LakesRegionConservationCorps.org 

 

 

Summer Experience Studying Insects on Farms

Interested in working with insects? Thinking of a career in conservation or on-farm ecology? Enjoy working outside and on farms? If so, perhaps consider applying for a summer entomology experience with the Hawthorne Valley Farmscape Ecology Program in upstate NY. During this three to six month position, you will get experience collecting and identifying various groups of Northeastern insects while living on a farm in a rural part of the State. You will also have the chance to be involved in public education and outreach around insects, farming and their intersection. All we ask you to bring is a willingness to learn, an eagerness to help, and a good team spirit; we can train you in techniques. If you already have some entomological background, this position would offer you the chance to deepen your experiences.

Who We Are: The Farmscape Ecology Program is dedicated to exploring the human and natural dimensions of the landscape in and around Columbia County, NY through research and outreach. The Program is part of Hawthorne Valley Association, an educational non-profit, and is comprised of a wildlife ecologist, a botanist, a social scientist, a conservation biologist, two research technicians and a pair of staff dogs.

Our interdisciplinary research explores the many dimensions of the historical, current, and potential future interactions of people with the land. An important part of our work is applied farmscape ecology, which involves documenting synergies between agricultural production and nature conservation, as well as creating, managing, and monitoring experimental on-farm habitats for beneficial wildlife.

For the 2021 season, we are looking for someone to assist us in monitoring insect life on farms and other lands. The season will run approximately three months, starting in late May or early June and ending in late August or early September; the exact start and end dates are somewhat flexible. At the end of three months, there may be an opportunity to extend the position for three months in order to include an independent project, but that is not guaranteed. We welcome inquiries from graduate students who feel their projects may fit our research objectives. We would also be glad to collaborate with undergraduate students whose universities offer the opportunity for them to earn independent credits.

Activities: The chosen applicant will participate in collecting and processing standardized insect samples as part of our applied farmscape ecology research. The work will involve collecting and processing insects in the field using sweep nets and malaise, vane, and pitfall traps. It will be necessary to accurately identify and count both living insects in the field and preserved insects (with the aid of a dissecting microscope) in the lab. We can train these skills. The selected applicant will be responsible for accurate record keeping, including data entry. S/he occasionally might also be asked to assist with horticultural tasks (e.g., work in the native plant nursery) and with on-farm habitat management (e.g., weeding in native wildflower plantings, invasive plant removal and planting of shrubs in hedgerows). S/he will also be asked to help FEP staff in the upkeep and staffing of a small butterfly house.

Qualifications: We are looking for candidates with a strong interest in insects, their conservation, and their role in agriculture, and who enjoy the outdoors and interacting with the public. Candidates should be comfortable living and working in a rural setting, be energetic, and thrive in the outdoors even when the going gets rough (think long, hot days in a field without shade!). Given the work environment, it is important that candidates are sociable and communicative, able to interact with a diverse range of people of all ages and backgrounds, self-motivated, and have attention to detail. Most importantly, we are looking for people who are eager to learn. We expect the candidates to have basic computer skills (Word, Excel). Some academic and/or work experience in field biology, field ecology, natural history,environmental science, sustainable farming/gardening, environmental education, or related fields is a plus, but not a requirement.

Accessibility: Our intention is to make this position accessible to applicants from diverse backgrounds, who are excited by this opportunity. We encourage people who are under-resourced, BIPOC, or with a nontraditional background to apply. If you have any concerns or questions about the accessibility of this learnership/student internship for your situation, please donÃf¢ÒÂEURÃ’Â(tm)t hesitate to be in touch.

General Conditions: The position is based at Hawthorne Valley Farm, a 500-acre organic and biodynamic diversified farm located in the heart of Columbia County, NY. Successful applicants will be expected to work 40Ãf¢ÒÂEURҔ45 hours per week, which will occasionally include hours that are earlier or later than normal work hours and time on weekends.

Compensation: The successful applicant will be provided with housing (a small, private room with a shared kitchen and bathroom) in the Farmscape Ecology Program building and a stipend of $1,000/month. We donÃf¢ÒÂEURÃ’Â(tm)t want finances to be a barrier to taking this position: upon acceptance, there will be the opportunity to apply for a needs-based scholarship (maximum an extra $500/mo). Please refer to this scholarship description (scholarship description ) to help you self-assess your eligibility.

COVID-19 Considerations: We take COVID-19 seriously. While we recognize this is an ever-evolving situation, we will have a shared protocol for Farmscape Ecology Program staff that outlines how to work at and around the office safely. Those living in the shared apartment will work with one another to determine a COVID protocol that they are both comfortable with. Because COVID may limit abilities to carpool, it would be ideal for applicants to have their own car (mileage reimbursement is provided). However, we do not want this to limit you from applying to this position; please reach out to us if youÃf¢ÒÂEURÃ’Â(tm)re enthusiastic about this position but donÃf¢ÒÂEURÃ’Â(tm)t have a car, and we will see if we can work something else out. We can update you regarding current COVID conditions and protocols during the application process.

Additional Information: Information about Hawthorne Valley Association is available at Information about Hawthorne Valley Association ; for more on the Farmscape Ecology Program itself, see Farmscape Ecology Program

Application Process: Please email us (fep@hawthornevalleyfarm.org) a CV including contact information for three references along with a cover letter highlighting why you are interested in this position and any experiences that you think are relevant. Accepted candidates will then have the opportunity to apply for the need-based scholarship. If you have questions, please contact Conrad Vispo at 518-938-1109 or via the email address provided above.

We will begin reviewing applications on February 15, 2021, but will continue to accept applications until the position is filled. (If you intend to apply after Feb. 15, please check If you intend to apply after Feb. 15, please check to see if the position is still available). 

 

LEARNERSHIP/ STUDENT INTERNSHIP in Field Botany and Native Plant Gardening

The Farmscape Ecology Program is dedicated to exploring the human and natural dimensions of the landscape in and around Columbia County, NY through research and outreach. The Program is part of Hawthorne Valley Association, an educational non-profit located on a farm in rural upstate New York, and is comprised of a wildlife ecologist, a botanist, a social scientist, a conservation biologist, and two research technicians.

Our interdisciplinary research explores various dimensions of the historical, current, and potential future interactions of people with the land. An important part of our work is applied farmscape ecology, which involves documenting synergies between agricultural production and nature conservation, as well as creating, managing, and monitoring experimental on-farm habitats for beneficial wildlife.

For the 2021 field season, we are looking for a learner/student intern dedicated mainly to the botanical aspects of our applied farmscape ecology work, involving hands-on gardening, botanical research, and public outreach. The season will run approximately three months, from late May/early June to late August/early September. There is the potential for a three month extension of the position with an independent project, but that is not guaranteed.

Activities: The successful candidate will be involved in the creation and maintenance of perennial native plant beds in a small butterfly house; the maintenance and expansion of a native plant garden; the maintenance of on-farm habitats (pollinator beds, beetle banks, a hedgerow, native meadows) created to support pollinators and other beneficial insects; and the creation and maintenance of a small, native plant nursery. Maintenance tasks include hand weeding, weed whacking, watering, planting/transplanting, seed collecting and mowing. The learner/intern will also be involved in the monitoring of vegetation composition and flower abundance in select areas across the season (both on the farm and off the farm); facilitate weekly gardening activities with a small group of volunteers; support and conduct weekly tours for small groups of visitors in the butterfly house and native plant garden; assist with insect sampling and processing of insect specimens, as needed; and will be trained and become responsible for the weekly monitoring of the phenology trails at Hawthorne Valley Farm. The learner/intern is expected to keep accurate records and to do data entry into the computer.

Qualifications: We are looking for candidates with a strong interest in plants and gardening or agriculture, who really enjoy the outdoors. The ideal candidate has some experience with plant identification and gardening and is eager to hone his/her skills in these areas, but also is excited to learn about insects and their interactions with native plants and agriculture. Candidates should be comfortable living and working in a rural environment, be energetic, and thrive outdoors even when the going gets rough (think long hot days in a field without shade!). Given the work environment, it is important that candidates are sociable, able to interact with a diverse range of people of all ages and backgrounds, self- motivated and can work independently with attention to detail. Most importantly, we are looking for people who are eager to learn. We expect the candidates to have basic computer skills (Word, Excel). Some academic and/or work experience in field biology, field ecology, natural history, environmental science, sustainable farming/gardening, environmental education, or related fields is a plus but not a requirement.

Accessibility: Our intention is to make this position accessible to applicants from diverse backgrounds, who are excited by this opportunity. We encourage people who are under-resourced, BIPOC, or with a nontraditional background to apply. If you have any concerns or questions about the accessibility of this learnership/student internship for your situation, please donÃf¢ÒÂEURÃ’Â(tm)t hesitate to be in touch.

General Conditions: The learnership/student internship is based at Hawthorne Valley Farm, a 500-acre organic and biodynamic diversified farm located in the heart of Columbia County, NY. Successful applicants will be expected to work 40Ãf¢ÒÂEURҔ45 hours per week, which will occasionally include hours that are earlier or later than normal work hours, and on weekends.

Compensation: The successful applicant will be provided with housing (a small, private room with a shared kitchen and bathroom) in the Farmscape Ecology Program building and a stipend of $1,000/month. We donÃf¢ÒÂEURÃ’Â(tm)t want finances to be a barrier to taking this position: successful candidates will have the opportunity to apply for a need-based scholarship (maximum $500/month). Please refer to this scholarship description (scholarship description ) to help self-assess your eligibility for it.

COVID-19 Considerations: We take COVID-19 seriously. While we recognize this is an ever-evolving situation, we will have a shared protocol for Farmscape Ecology Program employees, learners/interns, and volunteers that outlines how to work at and around the office safely. The occupants of the shared apartment will work with one another to determine a Covid protocol that they are all comfortable with. Because Covid limits abilities to carpool, it would be ideal for applicants to have their own car (mileage reimbursement is provided). However, we do not want this to limit you from applying to this position; please reach out to us if youÃf¢ÒÂEURÃ’Â(tm)re enthusiastic about this position but donÃf¢ÒÂEURÃ’Â(tm)t have a car, and we will see if we can work something else out. We can update you regarding current COVID conditions and protocols during the application process.

Additional Information: Information about Hawthorne Valley Association is available at Information about Hawthorne Valley Association ; for more on the Farmscape Ecology Program itself, see Farmscape Ecology Program .

Application Process: Please email us (fep@hawthornevalleyfarm.org) a CV including contact information for three references along with a cover letter highlighting why you are interested in this learnership/student internship and any relevant experience you might have. Accepted candidates will then have the opportunity to apply for the needs-based scholarship. If you have questions, please contact Claudia Knab-Vispo at 518-938-1109 or via the email address provided above.

We will begin reviewing applications on Feb. 15, 2021, but continue to accept applications until the position is filled (if you are considering to apply after Feb. 15, please check on see if the position is still available to see if the position is still available). 

 

Cary REU Program in Translational Ecology – second announcement!

The Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies in Millbrook NY is still accepting

applications for the summer 2021 REU program in Translational Ecology.

Thank you for sharing this information with students who may be interested.

*For program information and to apply:*

*https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.caryinstitute.org%2Feco-inquiry%2Freu-program&data=04%7C01%7Cpat.anderson%40uconn.edu%7C5478ebec30e24da37dc608d8ba07f309%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637463890627725494%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=VRIUa9xwWwtUhMVBbKj3h672I9YIbxtgqx0M0zjKNXA%3D&reserved=0

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*Application deadline:* *January 29, 2021 Midnight EST*

*Dates:* June 7 to August 13, 2021 (10 weeks)

*Eligibility:* Undergraduate freshmen, sophomores, juniors or first

semester seniors. Must be citizens or permanent residents of the U.S. or

its possessions. The Cary REU program welcomes participants of all races,

religions, sexual orientation, age and ability status. Students from groups

traditionally underrepresented in ecology and first generation college

students are particularly encouraged to apply.

*Stipend:* $5,500 participation stipend, plus $1800 room and board stipend

and all travel expenses covered

Pairs of students will join teams of 2 or more mentors to conduct

individual research projects of their own design in collaboration with

their research team. Research project areas for the summer of 2021 include:

Ò·         How ecosystems influence arthropod vector populations and

potential disease transmission risk

Ò·         Understanding the intersection of global change, conservation,

and disease risk

Ò·         Projecting future tree lines in Alaska

Ò·         Environmental history of an urban-suburban watershed in Dutchess

County, NY

Ò·         Are symbiotic nitrogen-fixing trees in the Anthropocene shifting

functions?

Ò·         Vertical dimension of microbial community assembly and function

in forests

Ò·         Examining the effects of global change on streams of the

Northeastern US

Ò·         Urban forest ecology in New York City

Feel free to contact me for more information about the program at

berkowitza@caryinstitute.org.

Best regards,

Alan Berkowitz, Cary REU Program Director

*Please note*: Our ability to run the program in 2021 is contingent upon

the success of a grant proposal to the National Science Foundation

currently in review. Furthermore, adjustments to the program may be

warranted due to the on-going Covid-19 pandemic.

Southwest Conservation Corps Member Openings in Colorado

Southwest Conservation Corps has opened up our applications for crew members for the 2021 season in both Durango and Salida, CO. We have nine different positions with multiple openings under each. All of these crews will start towards the end of May and will run through the end of October, except for the summer ones, which end in early August.

We are excited to be offering a Leaders of Color crew for the first year out of our Salida office! This crew provides an open and supportive space where BIPOC members work with, learn from, and grow alongside one another as members gain trainings and certifications in chainsaw, crosscut, rigging, technical rock work, and trail construction and design. The crew will also emphasize leadership and professional development

Some general information about all crews

                Qualifications:

  *   To qualify, you must be between the ages of 18 and 30

  *   Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lbs

  *   A US citizen that has received (or on track to receive) a high school diploma or GED

  *   All offers of employment are conditional upon completion of an acceptable check of the National Sex Offender Public Registry and federal criminal background check.

Benefits

  *   AmeriCorps Education Award (Value may change depending on term of service)

  *   Food provided while in the field

  *   Uniforms provided (including personal protective equipment)

  *   On the job skills in a variety of conservation related activities

  *   Wilderness First Aid training

For the health and safety of our crews, staff and communities, projects may be postponed or adjusted due to COVID-19. The information provided in this Position Description is an outline of how our program has typically been operating, however is subject to change. As this situation develops, and decisions are made, we will provide updates. We encourage you to continue with the application process and we will keep consistent and direct communication with all applicants.âÂEUR¯

Our general site with all of our openings is https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsccorps.org%2Fopen-positions&data=04%7C01%7Cpat.anderson%40uconn.edu%7C5478ebec30e24da37dc608d8ba07f309%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637463890627695513%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=H3i8BszIYEFd%2BFdDAxu2gtH0IM%2FiXrLWJR6Q7U671ac%3D&reserved=0.

Salida, CO Positions Direct Position Description/Application Portal Links

Fourteener Conservation Crew Member – https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsccorps-openhire.silkroad.com%2Fepostings%2Findex.cfm%3Ffuseaction%3Dapp.jobinfo%26jobid%3D2425%26source%3DONLINE%26JobOwner%3D992380%26company_id%3D16984%26version%3D1%26byBusinessUnit%3D%26bycountry%3D0%26bystate%3D0%26byRegion%3D%26bylocation%3DNULL%26keywords%3D%26byCat%3DNULL%26proximityCountry%3D%26postalCode%3D%26radiusDistance%3D%26isKilometers%3D%26tosearch%3Dyes%26city%3D&data=04%7C01%7Cpat.anderson%40uconn.edu%7C5478ebec30e24da37dc608d8ba07f309%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637463890627695513%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=XAPG0YGuDbtb1H%2F%2B21vVKXQfJdFCqo5NzHsPnR13DMM%3D&reserved=0

Leaders of Color Crew Member – https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsccorps-openhire.silkroad.com%2Fepostings%2Findex.cfm%3Ffuseaction%3Dapp.jobinfo%26jobid%3D2426%26source%3DONLINE%26JobOwner%3D992380%26company_id%3D16984%26version%3D1%26byBusinessUnit%3D%26bycountry%3D0%26bystate%3D0%26byRegion%3D%26bylocation%3DNULL%26keywords%3D%26byCat%3DNULL%26proximityCountry%3D%26postalCode%3D%26radiusDistance%3D%26isKilometers%3D%26tosearch%3Dyes%26city%3D&data=04%7C01%7Cpat.anderson%40uconn.edu%7C5478ebec30e24da37dc608d8ba07f309%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637463890627695513%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=LlppUnC2aiTsuvq6nu6ftzgpijZDgoorYDhB3vKckvc%3D&reserved=0

Summer Conservation Crew Member – https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsccorps-openhire.silkroad.com%2Fepostings%2Findex.cfm%3Ffuseaction%3Dapp.jobinfo%26jobid%3D2429%26source%3DONLINE%26JobOwner%3D992380%26company_id%3D16984%26version%3D1%26byBusinessUnit%3D%26bycountry%3D0%26bystate%3D0%26byRegion%3D%26bylocation%3DNULL%26keywords%3D%26byCat%3DNULL%26proximityCountry%3D%26postalCode%3D%26radiusDistance%3D%26isKilometers%3D%26tosearch%3Dyes%26city%3D&data=04%7C01%7Cpat.anderson%40uconn.edu%7C5478ebec30e24da37dc608d8ba07f309%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637463890627695513%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=p0%2FHX%2BZ0pZgZl8JCBYCppeaHFf9MUDiR8s%2BN%2FdEAbng%3D&reserved=0

Technical Trail Conservation Crew Member – https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsccorps-openhire.silkroad.com%2Fepostings%2Findex.cfm%3Ffuseaction%3Dapp.jobinfo%26jobid%3D2428%26source%3DONLINE%26JobOwner%3D992380%26company_id%3D16984%26version%3D1%26byBusinessUnit%3D%26bycountry%3D0%26bystate%3D0%26byRegion%3D%26bylocation%3DNULL%26keywords%3D%26byCat%3DNULL%26proximityCountry%3D%26postalCode%3D%26radiusDistance%3D%26isKilometers%3D%26tosearch%3Dyes%26city%3D&data=04%7C01%7Cpat.anderson%40uconn.edu%7C5478ebec30e24da37dc608d8ba07f309%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637463890627695513%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=nHZQ1Y4y%2Bx5t%2B%2FRAxz7eMk8EM741I3DHoJcjmBWwC%2BI%3D&reserved=0

WomenâÂEURÂ(tm)s+ Saw Crew Member – https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsccorps-openhire.silkroad.com%2Fepostings%2Findex.cfm%3Ffuseaction%3Dapp.jobinfo%26jobid%3D2427%26source%3DONLINE%26JobOwner%3D992380%26company_id%3D16984%26version%3D1%26byBusinessUnit%3D%26bycountry%3D0%26bystate%3D0%26byRegion%3D%26bylocation%3DNULL%26keywords%3D%26byCat%3DNULL%26proximityCountry%3D%26postalCode%3D%26radiusDistance%3D%26isKilometers%3D%26tosearch%3Dyes%26city%3D&data=04%7C01%7Cpat.anderson%40uconn.edu%7C5478ebec30e24da37dc608d8ba07f309%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637463890627695513%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=l%2B9c4fY%2FZnBMsxj6DppCOYcriBDMpzO172XhEzvHBAw%3D&reserved=0

Durango, CO Positions Direct Position Description/Application Portal Links

WomenâÂEURÂ(tm)s + Conservation Crew Member âÂEUR” https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsccorps-openhire.silkroad.com%2Fepostings%2Findex.cfm%3Ffuseaction%3Dapp.jobinfo%26jobid%3D2442%26source%3DONLINE%26JobOwner%3D992402%26company_id%3D16984%26version%3D1%26byBusinessUnit%3D1%26bycountry%3D0%26bystate%3D0%26byRegion%3D%26bylocation%3DNULL%26keywords%3D%26byCat%3DNULL%26proximityCountry%3D%26postalCode%3D%26radiusDistance%3D%26isKilometers%3D%26tosearch%3Dyes%26city%3D&data=04%7C01%7Cpat.anderson%40uconn.edu%7C5478ebec30e24da37dc608d8ba07f309%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637463890627695513%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=d07LlZtD8TUb3dd%2FCDtRtI9OXD0RfGGzkffCTSxAYmY%3D&reserved=0

Summer Conservation Crew Member âÂEUR” https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsccorps-openhire.silkroad.com%2Fepostings%2Findex.cfm%3Ffuseaction%3Dapp.jobinfo%26jobid%3D2439%26source%3DONLINE%26JobOwner%3D992402%26company_id%3D16984%26version%3D1%26byBusinessUnit%3D1%26bycountry%3D0%26bystate%3D0%26byRegion%3D%26bylocation%3DNULL%26keywords%3D%26byCat%3DNULL%26proximityCountry%3D%26postalCode%3D%26radiusDistance%3D%26isKilometers%3D%26tosearch%3Dyes%26city%3D&data=04%7C01%7Cpat.anderson%40uconn.edu%7C5478ebec30e24da37dc608d8ba07f309%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637463890627705511%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=c%2FaZDVAgIaz3FAR0tijl%2FIhqnliazRYwFEATwKF6pJc%3D&reserved=0

Long Term Conservation Crew Member âÂEUR” https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsccorps-openhire.silkroad.com%2Fepostings%2Findex.cfm%3Ffuseaction%3Dapp.jobinfo%26jobid%3D2441%26source%3DONLINE%26JobOwner%3D992402%26company_id%3D16984%26version%3D1%26byBusinessUnit%3D1%26bycountry%3D0%26bystate%3D0%26byRegion%3D%26bylocation%3DNULL%26keywords%3D%26byCat%3DNULL%26proximityCountry%3D%26postalCode%3D%26radiusDistance%3D%26isKilometers%3D%26tosearch%3Dyes%26city%3D&data=04%7C01%7Cpat.anderson%40uconn.edu%7C5478ebec30e24da37dc608d8ba07f309%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637463890627705511%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=wekFSYUCULk9si02rnnpeftRRyt1Ui3PX07XinTevSM%3D&reserved=0

Crosscut Crew Member âÂEUR” https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsccorps-openhire.silkroad.com%2Fepostings%2Findex.cfm%3Ffuseaction%3Dapp.jobinfo%26jobid%3D2443%26source%3DONLINE%26JobOwner%3D992402%26company_id%3D16984%26version%3D1%26byBusinessUnit%3D1%26bycountry%3D0%26bystate%3D0%26byRegion%3D%26bylocation%3DNULL%26keywords%3D%26byCat%3DNULL%26proximityCountry%3D%26postalCode%3D%26radiusDistance%3D%26isKilometers%3D%26tosearch%3Dyes%26city%3D&data=04%7C01%7Cpat.anderson%40uconn.edu%7C5478ebec30e24da37dc608d8ba07f309%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637463890627705511%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=Y8UMcY8tOejj%2B7OhWuOrYBgIcqQn5fAZE9BNEdqSlf4%3D&reserved=0

REU, Ecology and Plant Ecophysiology: Summer 2021

The Macrosystems Ecology Laboratory at the University of California at Berkeley is seeking an undergraduate student to carry out independent research in summer 2021 as part of an ecology project supported by the National Science Foundation. This Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) will support one student as part of a broader team.

The nature of the REU program will depend on the COVID-19 pandemic. If international travel is feasible and ethical, the project will be based in Ghana and will focus on tropical forests from the coast to the interior. If international travel is not possible, the project will be based at the University of California Botanical Garden in Berkeley, California. If neither is possible, the project will be offered as a remote internship instead and will focus on analyzing already-collected datasets.

*More information*

REU, Tropical Ecology and Plant Ecophysiology – Summer 2021

*How to apply*
Fill out the web application at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScPSEidgbAvZEeo2KfHBVF7W90IJT_NF92jeu0Ki7bmRBW-OQ/viewform

The application requires the name of one professional reference.

*Application deadline*
Friday, February 12, 2021 at 11:59PM (Pacific time zone). Application review will commence immediately; late applicants may or may not be given consideration.