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NEIWPCC is seeking a seasonal intern to assist the Hudson River stewardship and restoration team in the field and office during the summer of 2023. This intern will gain experience in a variety of habitat restoration activities, including shoreline stabilization and invasive species management. What You’ll Do As an intern for NEIWPCC, you’ll work alongside full-time staff to assess, protect, manage, and restore priority Hudson River Estuary habitats, including shorelines, tidal wetlands, and submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV) beds. You will also help assess and map reserve habitats and natural resources and support water quality, sediment, vegetation, fish, and wildlife monitoring efforts . You will conduct outreach and help coordinate volunteer activities, assist with data entry and analysis, prepare environmental permit applications, coordinate with land management partners, and develop stewardship content and updates for the reserve website. You will...

Interpretation & Oral History Member - Niobrara National Scenic River Summary American Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with Niobrara National Scenic River is seeking Two Members to contribute to Interpretation and Oral History projects alongside NPS Staff. For more information about ACE, please visit: www.usaconservation.org . To apply for this position please visit: https://usaconservation.applicantpool.com/jobs/947230.html Position 1 Start Date: May 21, 2023 Estimated End Date: September 8, 2023 *a 16-week minimum commitment is required * Position 2 Start Date: August 14, 2023 Estimated End Date: December 1, 2023 *a 16-week minimum commitment is required * Location Details/Description: Niobrara National Scenic River (NIOB), Valentine, Nebraska. The Niobrara National Scenic River is located in north-central Nebraska, approximately 300...

NEIWPCC and the Lake Champlain Basin Program (LCBP) are seeking multiple seasonal boat launch stewards to deliver interpretive invasive species spread prevention messages to boaters on Lake Champlain during the summer of 2023 and to inspect and decontaminate watercraft as appropriate. Boat Launch Stewards will be trained to greet visitors to Lake Champlain and familiarize the public with aquatic invasive species information, enter lake-user information on mobile tablets, and inspect watercraft, trailers, and recreational equipment for aquatic organisms. Stewards will also be trained to conduct hot water high pressure decontaminations as needed and to set up, operate, break down, and properly store the decontamination units. Stewards will be required to work eight-hour days for approximately forty hours per week Thursday through Monday and holidays at select boat launches around Lake Champlain from Memorial Day to Labor Day weekend with the option to work through mid-October;...

NEIWPCC and the Long Island Sound Study (LISS) are seeking a Communications Intern to provide writing and publishing assistance during the summer of 2023. The intern’s work will be heavily geared towards implementing LISS Communications, Outreach and Engagement (COE) Plan. The intern will write articles and feature projects on LISS’s various online communications channels, assist with the Living Shoreline Projects interactive map and webpages, perform web updates, support the development of public engagement content, assist with photography and videography initiatives, and provide additional programmatic communications support. The intern will be based in Stamford, CT and will participate in occasional site visits to conduct research and capture photo and video. The successful candidate will be a skilled writer who is excited about communicating how science and management can help sustain and protect an urban waterway from emerging threats. The candidate will be able to...

CONSERVATION FELLOW GAIN PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND EXPLORE CAREERS IN NATURAL RESOURCES!   MCC’s Conservation Fellow (CF) program makes a measurable difference in conservation efforts while strengthening the experience of young adults. CFs serve a five-month term of service from May – October at partnering federal/state agencies, nonprofits, tribal offices, and other community-based conservation organizations across Montana, Idaho, Wyoming, and the Dakotas. Projects include: climate resiliency, habitat restoration, rangeland science, soil monitoring, invasive species treatment, developed recreation management, GIS mapping, stream and wetland restoration, cave and karst feature surveys, conservation education and outreach, volunteer management and more.   Along with serving their communities, CFs make tangible contributions to climate change solutions while developing professional skills that directly transfer to a career in the natural resources...

Campaign Staff Job Description Inform and educate citizens on crucial environmental issues Inspire citizen activism through petition signing, fundraising, and letter writing to targeted public officials Represent CCE in politically and demographically varied communities across Long Island QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS: We are looking for an upbeat, personable, outspoken, and articulate individual who’s highly motivated and passionate about environmental issues. Previous campaign or fundraising experience is a plus. BENEFITS: Performance-based Bonuses (in addition to hourly pay) Paid Training Advancement & Career Opportunities Upbeat and Fun Work Environment Active Member of a Dynamic and Progressive Team Learn About Environmental and Political Issues Build strong Communication and Organizing Skills Expand Your Resume Work Outside Make A Difference & Save the Planet! Remember to say that you found this opportunity at...

CONSERVATION INTERN   MCC’s Conservation Intern (CI) program makes a measurable difference in conservation efforts while strengthening the experience of young adults. CIs serve at partnering federal/state agencies, nonprofits, tribal offices, and other community-based conservation organizations across the region. The three-month AmeriCorps term of service extends from May - August and members gain insight into natural resource-related fieldwork throughout Montana, Idaho, Wyoming, and the Dakotas.   Term Dates: 5/17/23 – 8/16/23     Location: Varies based on host site placement Living Allowance: $650 bi-weekly AmeriCorps Education Award: ​ $1,718.25 upon successful completion of the program Member Assistance Program: Free 24/7 access to confidential mental health counseling, medical advocacy, financial assistance, life coaching and more Application Deadline: Applications accepted on a rolling basis with priority given to those received...

About Para La Tierra Fundación Para La Tierra is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the conservation of fragile habitats in Paraguay. Our vision is to change the course of Paraguayan environmentalism by inspiring people to appreciate the value of nature. We are working together with the Paraguayan government, local community members, national and international NGOs, and national and international volunteers and interns to protect Paraguay’s unique environment. Para La Tierra achieves this mission through three primary programs: Scientific Research, Community Engagement, and Environmental Education. We founded our Eco-Club program Voces de la Naturaleza in 2015 in order to transform the way that Paraguayan youth learn about their environment. Our curriculum is centred on our 3-C’s System. We believe that through Creativity, Curiosity, and a Connection to Nature we can provide our club members with the soft skills they need to become Eco Leaders, that is...

Para La Tierra is searching for enthusiastic interns to join our team in Paraguay for 2 to 6 months. You’ll learn how to effectively communicate about conservation and scientific projects to a broad national and international audience, and how to run recruitment and outreach initiatives. At the same time, you’ll be able to bring in your own ideas for marketing and recruitment campaigns, and can take on your own responsibilities. The position includes tasks such as: Attending PLT events and joining in on daily fieldwork to create high-quality content for social media and promotional material. Creating and posting online content throughout social media accounts. Developing and distributing promotional materials. Assisting with production of quarterly newsletter. Assisting in organising and implementing promotional events. Contacting universities for potential partnerships and encouraging the establishment of partnership agreements...