Internship-Wildlife and Database Intern-PO-00800878

Position Summary 

This SCA position will be part of the Cordova Ranger District team working primarily with the Ecology/Wildlife and Forestry programs. The internship will focus on working with the Forest Service Wildlife staff on data management, newspaper/social media article writing and project planning. Additionally, the position will work with Wildlife staff on winter owl surveys as a citizen science outreach project during the month of March and early April.

Schedule 

March 10, 2025 - May 31, 2025 (start date flexible, inquire at interview)

Key Duties and Responsibilities 

This internship would be an entry level wildlife position within the PWSZ wildlife and ecology programs working in the Cordova Ranger District office and in the field on the Copper River Delta. The focus will be on data management, writing and project planning with some opportunities for field work. We have a dynamic team and a lot of opportunity for learning new skills in collaboration with our District biologists and team leaders. The incumbent would also be asked to write small reports, social media posts and articles covering various topics and projects. This is a great opportunity to learn more about a dynamic wildlife program in Alaska and gain an understanding and new skills in wildlife management.

Required Qualifications 

The incumbent should be organized have some knowledge in wildlife ecology or vegetation ecology. Much of the work is computer based and understanding basic computer programs is desired/required.

This SCA Position is authorized under the Public Land Corps Authority. All participants must be between the ages of 16 and 30, inclusive, or veterans age 35 or younger. Participants must also be a citizen or national of the United States or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States. Hours served can be applied toward the Public Land Corps (PLC) hiring authority.

Preferred Qualifications 

We would prefer students or graduates with a study focus in the sciences.

Hours 

40 per week

Living Accommodations 

Duty station: The Chugach National Forest, 612 Second Street, Cordova, Alaska. The intern will have housing in a USFS bunkhouse/cabin, which is shared accommodations. Intern may share a room with one other person. Common areas are shared. Intern may camp during field work days.

Compensation  

$475/week living allowance

$1,500 travel stipend

$300/month housing stipend (for USFS housing)

AmeriCorps eligible

All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes. 

Personal Vehicle Information

Not Needed

Additional Benefits 

Bear Safety

AmeriCorps: Eligible/Optional

Equal Opportunity Statement 

SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members. SCA is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere in which people of diverse backgrounds and lifestyles may grow personally and professionally. The Student Conservation Association, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. 

 Physical requirements and working conditions specific to the position are available in the full job description.