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Missouri Dept of Conservation

Forestry/Wildlife Technician

May - August 2019 • Wildwood, MO

What I liked

Being able to work outside a lot. The work team is very friendly and the job served as a great learning experience for forestry and habitat management.

What I wish was different

We had to do a lot of trail repair due to flashflooding which prevented us from doing forest inventory early in the season.

Advice

Be ready for hot and miserable conditions. I also suggest to learn how to operate large farm/construction equipment. Parts of the job required using large John Deere tractors to move rock to repair roads and trails.
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Wildlife Conseration hourly

May 2017 • Clinton, MO

What I liked

The friendly atmosphere, and the laid back environment.

What I wish was different

Getting to explore the different departments.

Advice

Be prepared to work in the heat all day every day. Have a good work ethic and you'll succeed.
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Volunteer

June 2014 • Blue Springs, MO

What I liked

I enjoyed helping people discover nature and explore the outdoors. I especially enjoyed helping with the fishing classes.

What I wish was different

Nothing I thought the whole experiance was great!

Advice

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Forestry Technician

May 2019 • St. Joseph, MO

What I liked

I am thankful for the opportunity to be able to get outside and work along with learning about different aspects of forestry. I also liked learning how to operate an assortment of different machines and equipment.

What I wish was different

The only bummer about the job would be the heat, but other than that it was great.

Advice

Keep your mind open to trying new things and work hard because it pays off by opening many doors down the road.
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WIldlife intern

May - August 2018 • California, MO

What I liked

It was a great learning environment where I was able to practice professional skills in the field.

What I wish was different

I honestly had an amazing experience and would not change anything.

Advice

If you have the opportunity to intern for MDC, do it. They are great about getting their interns as much hands-on experience as possible, bring in professionals from their district to work with you, let you work independently, and pay well.
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