Semper Fi
Chicago, IL, USA
This is a position of great responsibility, tasked with the overall operational supervision of every aspect of each day’s projects, as well as managing safety, discipline, training, and partner relationships – all with the highest standards of professionalism, confidence, and integrity. The Ecological Restoration Division Crew Chief is expected to lead, coordinate and train permanent and temporary staff to implement annual land management schedules, including invasive species control, seed collection and distribution, transplanting, fire management and monitoring to restore and maintain native species and habitat diversity, primarily within Cook County’s Forest Preserve District’s land system. This work involves liaison with prime contractors or directly with municipal and corporate clients when Semper Fi is prime or only contractor. Crew chief performs supervisory duties, including time tracking, distribution of labor, managing staff, correcting safety issues. Position reports to Ecological Restoration Division Manager.
Qualifications
Key KSAs:
· Ability to lead, train, and motivate others.
· Ability to research and synthesize information for trouble shooting, problem solving and making recommendations.
· Ability to operate a variety of power tools and equipment safely and train others in same.
· Understanding of herbicides and chemicals.
· Understanding of restoration burn techniques.
· Ability to assess a job site and work patterns for safe operations.
· General knowledge of OSHA safety requirements.
· Knowledge of environmental conservation skills and basic environmental education
· Knowledgeable of specialty planting requirements, including the layout of habitat types and the planting of unique individual plant species.
· Ability to perform a wide variety of heavy manual labor for extended periods of time, and often under adverse weather conditions and in various climates.
· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with prime contractors, staff members, client staff, and the general public.
· Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
· Ability to understand and follow Semper Fi systems and processes including supervisor key responsibilities.
· Ability to work and engage trust with a diverse population of people.
· Ability to structure work to ensure meeting time constraints.
Other Requirements
· Sustained performance in previous positions.
· Good driving record (when driving).
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Spanish speaking a plus.
· Has to obtain and maintain a valid IDOA Applicator License
· Basic computer skills required (including MS Word, MS Excel, and Outlook email)
· 290 certification and Burn Boss certification a plus
Key Functions & Responsibilities
Non-inclusive list of responsibilities and role functions:
· Leading and training team, potential on more than one work site concurrently, primarily working on ecological restoration projects. Take the opportunity to recognize positive contributions as they occur. Correct performance issues as they occur; be tactful and respectful when conveying corrections.
· Take responsibility for all activities – identify and resolve issues & mistakes. Engage Semper Fi Management or Prime Contractors when necessary.
· Meet with customers for site assessments; participate in assessment and work assignment discussions.
· Hold morning tailgate meetings to review safety checklist; ensure all team members are ready and able to work assigned jobs.
· Be aware of what is going on throughout a job site: ensure the proper and safe use of equipment, make corrections as soon as improper or safe usage is known.
· Communicate work site, start times, site changes, crew assignments, and PPE needs daily.
· Restoring forest health and reducing safety risks through tree thinning using powered equipment & controlled burns; constructing and maintaining trails; constructing and maintaining fences and outdoor facilities; maintaining public park space and recreation areas; planting (trees, grasses, natural and decorative plants, etc.), conducting native plant revegetation, and eradicating exotic plant species; conducting ecological testing and monitoring; and other functions as required.
· Be aware of weather forecast and recognize changes in weather: re-work assignments as necessary to accommodate weather (e.g., do not mix chemicals when rain is imminent, do not conduct burns if high winds are predicted or apparent, etc.)
· When weather halts or delays work, Crew Chiefs report to the shop or office for assignments, as determined by immediate manager or other leadership team member.
· Arranging details of transportation, requirements for job site equipment and supplies, and distributing labor resources effectively across job sites.
· Arranging for educational opportunities and working with HR to conduct OSHA training.
· Maintaining (cleaning & inspecting) and repairing, or arranging for the repair of, hand and power tools and other equipment on a daily basis. Ready equipment at the end of each day: Be ready for tomorrow today.
· Train, or arrange the training of, crew members on operations, tool usage, and safety. Training responsibilities include mixing packs and plant identification during growing season; proper use of burn tools in the burn season, fire rakes, pulaskis, flappers, and water packs; plus proper and safe use of chainsaws and brush cutters for felling trees and cutting brush.
· Completing all project paperwork timely and completely, such as daily or weekly reports, work-time records, attendance & tardiness reports, accident/incident reports, and any other reports or informational communications as requested.
· Arranging for the replacement of any equipment, supplies, or parts needed on the job sites.
· Other functions as required or directed by manager and company principals
Scope & Essential Functions
· Travel to worksites is required; must have reliable personal transportation.
· Required to have experience/knowledge of typical field crew tasks including planting, weeding, herbicide application, erosion control, and burn procedures.
· Must be able to stoop, stand and bend for extended periods of time and work on uneven and/or difficult terrain, in standing or flowing water, and in environments of fluctuating temperatures.
· Must be able to walk around uneven ground on job sites to conduct safety assessments of equipment, materials, and operations for OSHA standards.
· Must be able to keep a level head and good attitude under stress.
· Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs. for up to 4 hours at a time for an entire field shift in a day with only brief breaks.
· Must be able to spend extended periods of time walking and standing for up to 4 hours at a time for an entire field shift in a day with only brief breaks.
· Should know basic first aid, first aid certification is a plus.
Jun 25, 2019
Internship- Paid
This is a position of great responsibility, tasked with the overall operational supervision of every aspect of each day’s projects, as well as managing safety, discipline, training, and partner relationships – all with the highest standards of professionalism, confidence, and integrity. The Ecological Restoration Division Crew Chief is expected to lead, coordinate and train permanent and temporary staff to implement annual land management schedules, including invasive species control, seed collection and distribution, transplanting, fire management and monitoring to restore and maintain native species and habitat diversity, primarily within Cook County’s Forest Preserve District’s land system. This work involves liaison with prime contractors or directly with municipal and corporate clients when Semper Fi is prime or only contractor. Crew chief performs supervisory duties, including time tracking, distribution of labor, managing staff, correcting safety issues. Position reports to Ecological Restoration Division Manager.
Qualifications
Key KSAs:
· Ability to lead, train, and motivate others.
· Ability to research and synthesize information for trouble shooting, problem solving and making recommendations.
· Ability to operate a variety of power tools and equipment safely and train others in same.
· Understanding of herbicides and chemicals.
· Understanding of restoration burn techniques.
· Ability to assess a job site and work patterns for safe operations.
· General knowledge of OSHA safety requirements.
· Knowledge of environmental conservation skills and basic environmental education
· Knowledgeable of specialty planting requirements, including the layout of habitat types and the planting of unique individual plant species.
· Ability to perform a wide variety of heavy manual labor for extended periods of time, and often under adverse weather conditions and in various climates.
· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with prime contractors, staff members, client staff, and the general public.
· Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
· Ability to understand and follow Semper Fi systems and processes including supervisor key responsibilities.
· Ability to work and engage trust with a diverse population of people.
· Ability to structure work to ensure meeting time constraints.
Other Requirements
· Sustained performance in previous positions.
· Good driving record (when driving).
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Spanish speaking a plus.
· Has to obtain and maintain a valid IDOA Applicator License
· Basic computer skills required (including MS Word, MS Excel, and Outlook email)
· 290 certification and Burn Boss certification a plus
Key Functions & Responsibilities
Non-inclusive list of responsibilities and role functions:
· Leading and training team, potential on more than one work site concurrently, primarily working on ecological restoration projects. Take the opportunity to recognize positive contributions as they occur. Correct performance issues as they occur; be tactful and respectful when conveying corrections.
· Take responsibility for all activities – identify and resolve issues & mistakes. Engage Semper Fi Management or Prime Contractors when necessary.
· Meet with customers for site assessments; participate in assessment and work assignment discussions.
· Hold morning tailgate meetings to review safety checklist; ensure all team members are ready and able to work assigned jobs.
· Be aware of what is going on throughout a job site: ensure the proper and safe use of equipment, make corrections as soon as improper or safe usage is known.
· Communicate work site, start times, site changes, crew assignments, and PPE needs daily.
· Restoring forest health and reducing safety risks through tree thinning using powered equipment & controlled burns; constructing and maintaining trails; constructing and maintaining fences and outdoor facilities; maintaining public park space and recreation areas; planting (trees, grasses, natural and decorative plants, etc.), conducting native plant revegetation, and eradicating exotic plant species; conducting ecological testing and monitoring; and other functions as required.
· Be aware of weather forecast and recognize changes in weather: re-work assignments as necessary to accommodate weather (e.g., do not mix chemicals when rain is imminent, do not conduct burns if high winds are predicted or apparent, etc.)
· When weather halts or delays work, Crew Chiefs report to the shop or office for assignments, as determined by immediate manager or other leadership team member.
· Arranging details of transportation, requirements for job site equipment and supplies, and distributing labor resources effectively across job sites.
· Arranging for educational opportunities and working with HR to conduct OSHA training.
· Maintaining (cleaning & inspecting) and repairing, or arranging for the repair of, hand and power tools and other equipment on a daily basis. Ready equipment at the end of each day: Be ready for tomorrow today.
· Train, or arrange the training of, crew members on operations, tool usage, and safety. Training responsibilities include mixing packs and plant identification during growing season; proper use of burn tools in the burn season, fire rakes, pulaskis, flappers, and water packs; plus proper and safe use of chainsaws and brush cutters for felling trees and cutting brush.
· Completing all project paperwork timely and completely, such as daily or weekly reports, work-time records, attendance & tardiness reports, accident/incident reports, and any other reports or informational communications as requested.
· Arranging for the replacement of any equipment, supplies, or parts needed on the job sites.
· Other functions as required or directed by manager and company principals
Scope & Essential Functions
· Travel to worksites is required; must have reliable personal transportation.
· Required to have experience/knowledge of typical field crew tasks including planting, weeding, herbicide application, erosion control, and burn procedures.
· Must be able to stoop, stand and bend for extended periods of time and work on uneven and/or difficult terrain, in standing or flowing water, and in environments of fluctuating temperatures.
· Must be able to walk around uneven ground on job sites to conduct safety assessments of equipment, materials, and operations for OSHA standards.
· Must be able to keep a level head and good attitude under stress.
· Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs. for up to 4 hours at a time for an entire field shift in a day with only brief breaks.
· Must be able to spend extended periods of time walking and standing for up to 4 hours at a time for an entire field shift in a day with only brief breaks.
· Should know basic first aid, first aid certification is a plus.
Semper Fi
Schaumburg, IL, USA
The restoration tech II works with the crew chief to restore natural areas as part of ecosystem management. Work includes herbicide application for invasive species control, prescribed burn management, and removal of non-native brush. The tech will report directly to the work location.
Qualifications
· Ability to lead, train, and motivate others.
· Ability to research and synthesize information for trouble shooting, problem solving and making recommendations.
· Ability to obtain a Pesticide/Herbicide license in the state of Illinois.
· Ability to operate a variety of power tools and equipment safely.
· Understanding of herbicide uses and application techniques.
· Understanding of prescribed burn techniques.
· Ability to assess a job site and work patterns for safe operations.
· Knowledge of environmental conservation skills and basic environmental education
· Ability to identify native and invasive plant species.
· Ability to perform a variety manual labor task for extended periods of time, in rough terrain, and often under adverse weather conditions.
· Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
· Ability to understand and follow Semper Fi systems and processes.
· Ability to work and engage trust with a diverse population of people.
· Ability to structure work to meet project deadlines.
Other Requirements
· Sustained performance in previous positions.
· Has to obtain and maintain a valid IDOA Operator’s License. Applicator’s license is a plus.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Spanish speaking a plus.
· S130/190 wildland fire certification.
· Good driving record.
Key Functions & Responsibilities
Non-inclusive list of responsibilities and role functions:
· Be aware of activities throughout project site: ensure proper and safe use of equipment, make corrections as soon as improper or safe usage is known.
· Restoring forest health and reducing safety risks through tree thinning using powered equipment & controlled burns; constructing and maintaining trails; constructing and maintaining fences and outdoor facilities; maintaining public park space and recreation areas; planting (trees, grasses, natural and decorative plants, etc.), conducting native plant revegetation, and eradicating exotic plant species; conducting ecological testing and monitoring; and other functions as required.
· Monitor weather forecast and recognize changes in weather: re-work assignments as necessary to accommodate weather (e.g., do not mix chemicals when rain is imminent, do not conduct burns if high winds are predicted or apparent, etc.)
· Maintaining (cleaning & inspecting) and repairing, or arranging for the repair of, hand and power tools and other equipment on a daily basis. Ready equipment at the end of each day: Be ready for tomorrow today.
· Assist the Crew Chief with project paperwork such as daily or weekly reports, work-time records, attendance & tardiness reports, accident/incident reports, and any other reports or informational communications as requested.
· Other functions as required or directed by manager and company principals
Scope & Essential Functions
· Travel to worksites is required; must have reliable personal transportation.
· Required to have experience/knowledge of typical field crew tasks including planting, weeding, herbicide application, erosion control, and burn procedures.
· Must be able to stoop, stand and bend for extended periods of time and work on uneven and/or difficult terrain, in standing or flowing water, and in environments of fluctuating temperatures.
· Must be able to keep a level head and good attitude under stress.
· Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs. for up to 4 hours at a time for an entire field shift in a day with only brief breaks.
· Must be able to spend extended periods of time walking and standing for up to 4 hours at a time for an entire field shift in a day with only brief breaks.
· Should know basic first aid, first aid certification is a plus.
Work Styles
· Attention to Detail: Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
· Integrity: Job requires consistency of actions, methods, principles, expectations, and outcomes.
· Cooperation: Job requires working or acting together as a member of a team for a common purpose or benefit.
· Dependability: Job requires excellent attendance, reliability, responsibility, and obligation fulfillment.
· Concern for Others: Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings which includes being helpful on the job.
· Independence: At times, job requires guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.
· Self-Control: Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
· Stress Tolerance: Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
· Initiative: Job requires a willingness to personally take on responsibilities and challenges.
· Flexibility: Job requires being adaptable, open to change (positive or negative) and comfortable with considerable variety in the workplace.
· Time Management: Job requires making sure jobs are done within expected time frames.
· Problem Solving: Job requires responsibility for trouble shooting and problem resolution or recommendations, based on experience & ability.
· Communication: Job requires excellent verbal communication skills.
Jun 25, 2019
Internship- Paid
The restoration tech II works with the crew chief to restore natural areas as part of ecosystem management. Work includes herbicide application for invasive species control, prescribed burn management, and removal of non-native brush. The tech will report directly to the work location.
Qualifications
· Ability to lead, train, and motivate others.
· Ability to research and synthesize information for trouble shooting, problem solving and making recommendations.
· Ability to obtain a Pesticide/Herbicide license in the state of Illinois.
· Ability to operate a variety of power tools and equipment safely.
· Understanding of herbicide uses and application techniques.
· Understanding of prescribed burn techniques.
· Ability to assess a job site and work patterns for safe operations.
· Knowledge of environmental conservation skills and basic environmental education
· Ability to identify native and invasive plant species.
· Ability to perform a variety manual labor task for extended periods of time, in rough terrain, and often under adverse weather conditions.
· Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
· Ability to understand and follow Semper Fi systems and processes.
· Ability to work and engage trust with a diverse population of people.
· Ability to structure work to meet project deadlines.
Other Requirements
· Sustained performance in previous positions.
· Has to obtain and maintain a valid IDOA Operator’s License. Applicator’s license is a plus.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Spanish speaking a plus.
· S130/190 wildland fire certification.
· Good driving record.
Key Functions & Responsibilities
Non-inclusive list of responsibilities and role functions:
· Be aware of activities throughout project site: ensure proper and safe use of equipment, make corrections as soon as improper or safe usage is known.
· Restoring forest health and reducing safety risks through tree thinning using powered equipment & controlled burns; constructing and maintaining trails; constructing and maintaining fences and outdoor facilities; maintaining public park space and recreation areas; planting (trees, grasses, natural and decorative plants, etc.), conducting native plant revegetation, and eradicating exotic plant species; conducting ecological testing and monitoring; and other functions as required.
· Monitor weather forecast and recognize changes in weather: re-work assignments as necessary to accommodate weather (e.g., do not mix chemicals when rain is imminent, do not conduct burns if high winds are predicted or apparent, etc.)
· Maintaining (cleaning & inspecting) and repairing, or arranging for the repair of, hand and power tools and other equipment on a daily basis. Ready equipment at the end of each day: Be ready for tomorrow today.
· Assist the Crew Chief with project paperwork such as daily or weekly reports, work-time records, attendance & tardiness reports, accident/incident reports, and any other reports or informational communications as requested.
· Other functions as required or directed by manager and company principals
Scope & Essential Functions
· Travel to worksites is required; must have reliable personal transportation.
· Required to have experience/knowledge of typical field crew tasks including planting, weeding, herbicide application, erosion control, and burn procedures.
· Must be able to stoop, stand and bend for extended periods of time and work on uneven and/or difficult terrain, in standing or flowing water, and in environments of fluctuating temperatures.
· Must be able to keep a level head and good attitude under stress.
· Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs. for up to 4 hours at a time for an entire field shift in a day with only brief breaks.
· Must be able to spend extended periods of time walking and standing for up to 4 hours at a time for an entire field shift in a day with only brief breaks.
· Should know basic first aid, first aid certification is a plus.
Work Styles
· Attention to Detail: Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
· Integrity: Job requires consistency of actions, methods, principles, expectations, and outcomes.
· Cooperation: Job requires working or acting together as a member of a team for a common purpose or benefit.
· Dependability: Job requires excellent attendance, reliability, responsibility, and obligation fulfillment.
· Concern for Others: Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings which includes being helpful on the job.
· Independence: At times, job requires guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.
· Self-Control: Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
· Stress Tolerance: Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
· Initiative: Job requires a willingness to personally take on responsibilities and challenges.
· Flexibility: Job requires being adaptable, open to change (positive or negative) and comfortable with considerable variety in the workplace.
· Time Management: Job requires making sure jobs are done within expected time frames.
· Problem Solving: Job requires responsibility for trouble shooting and problem resolution or recommendations, based on experience & ability.
· Communication: Job requires excellent verbal communication skills.
Fundacion Para La Tierra
Pilar, Paraguay
Para La Tierra is searching for talented and hardworking research interns to join our team in Paraguay for 3 to 6 months. Our internship program provides young biologists an opportunity to step out of the classroom and into the field, gaining hands-on experience running a research project of their own design. Based in the center of the Ñeembucú Wetland System, Para La Tierra’s research team has been investigating the behavior, ecology, and social structure of the Black-&-Gold Howler monkey. Our research station offers an incredible opportunity to study these highly adaptable arboreal primates in a variety of different habitats, from riparian forests to the city parks. As tropical forests continue to disappear, it is increasingly important to understand how wild animals can survive alongside human population s. P ara L a T ierra is interested in understanding how the primates are affected by the urban environment of the city of Pilar , how their behavior varies from th at of the groups located outside the city, and what can be done to better protect the wild a n imals from the negative effects of the near constant human-wildlife interaction.
Primate Behaviour Research Interns are challenged to further our collective understanding of the Howler monkeys found in Ñeembucú . With the help of our expert on-site primatologist, each intern create s their own methodology, collect s independent data, analyse s their results, and presen ts their findings. The focus of the study will be completely defined by the intern’s own interests. Previous interns have studied: Parasitology , Human-Wildlife Interactions, Acoustic Behaviour , Social Structure, and much more .
When was the last time that your professor gave you the option to choose what you wanted to study? When was the last time your boss told you to follow your own passion?
At Para La Tierra, we specialize in training young biologists in the skills they need to enter further education or the job market. Based in Paraguay, the ‘heart of South America,’ we are the country’s only year-round research station. Over the past 9 years, we have published over 60 peer-reviewed articles and discovered a few new species for science. Along the way, over 250 interns have helped contribute to the better understanding of Paraguay’s understudied habitats.
Our research base is located in the city of Pilar, a beautiful location in the south of Paraguay, and the gateway to the Ñeembucú Wetland Complex (NWC). The NWC is composed of a mosaic of habitats, including grasslands, mar s hes and humid Chaco. Deep forests lining the rivers and streams are bursting with wildlife, while river monsters the size of small cars lurk in the murky waters.
Come discover for yourself what Paraguay has to offer.
Our interns finish the program taking away a long list of newly learned skills, a professional reference, and one heck of an experience to share at their next interview. But they also leave behind a great deal. All of our intern projects are directly involved in promoting the conservation of this threatened habitat. The scientific investigations of the area help raise awareness of the ecological importance of Ñeembucu at both the national and international levels. The most successful projects are published in scientific journals, further raising the profile of Paraguay, and many interns make their way onto the author line for the first time in their early careers through their work with Para La Tierra.
Para La Tierra is a not-for-profit conservation organization that protects habitats and species in Paraguay through scientific research , community outreach and environmental education .
The application period is rolling and there are no start or end dates, so the trip can be organized to suit the project and the person . Interns must be available to stay for a minimum of three month s.
Applicants must be over 18 years old and have or be working towards a degree in a biology related subject. Conversational English is required. To apply please email your CV to paralatierra.py@gmail.com .
Costs – Because the best things in life aren’t free.
$925 per month for the 1st 2 months and $875 for each subsequent month.
Para La Tierra charges interns to cover costs of room and board. Th e price includes all living costs during their stay with us. Interns receive three meals a day, a bed in shared accommodation with hot showers and access to WiFi . The fee also covers the use of PLT’s scientific equipment, minor administrative costs associated with the stay, and a small contribution to Para La Tierra's conservation and education projects .
May 10, 2019
Internship- Unpaid
Para La Tierra is searching for talented and hardworking research interns to join our team in Paraguay for 3 to 6 months. Our internship program provides young biologists an opportunity to step out of the classroom and into the field, gaining hands-on experience running a research project of their own design. Based in the center of the Ñeembucú Wetland System, Para La Tierra’s research team has been investigating the behavior, ecology, and social structure of the Black-&-Gold Howler monkey. Our research station offers an incredible opportunity to study these highly adaptable arboreal primates in a variety of different habitats, from riparian forests to the city parks. As tropical forests continue to disappear, it is increasingly important to understand how wild animals can survive alongside human population s. P ara L a T ierra is interested in understanding how the primates are affected by the urban environment of the city of Pilar , how their behavior varies from th at of the groups located outside the city, and what can be done to better protect the wild a n imals from the negative effects of the near constant human-wildlife interaction.
Primate Behaviour Research Interns are challenged to further our collective understanding of the Howler monkeys found in Ñeembucú . With the help of our expert on-site primatologist, each intern create s their own methodology, collect s independent data, analyse s their results, and presen ts their findings. The focus of the study will be completely defined by the intern’s own interests. Previous interns have studied: Parasitology , Human-Wildlife Interactions, Acoustic Behaviour , Social Structure, and much more .
When was the last time that your professor gave you the option to choose what you wanted to study? When was the last time your boss told you to follow your own passion?
At Para La Tierra, we specialize in training young biologists in the skills they need to enter further education or the job market. Based in Paraguay, the ‘heart of South America,’ we are the country’s only year-round research station. Over the past 9 years, we have published over 60 peer-reviewed articles and discovered a few new species for science. Along the way, over 250 interns have helped contribute to the better understanding of Paraguay’s understudied habitats.
Our research base is located in the city of Pilar, a beautiful location in the south of Paraguay, and the gateway to the Ñeembucú Wetland Complex (NWC). The NWC is composed of a mosaic of habitats, including grasslands, mar s hes and humid Chaco. Deep forests lining the rivers and streams are bursting with wildlife, while river monsters the size of small cars lurk in the murky waters.
Come discover for yourself what Paraguay has to offer.
Our interns finish the program taking away a long list of newly learned skills, a professional reference, and one heck of an experience to share at their next interview. But they also leave behind a great deal. All of our intern projects are directly involved in promoting the conservation of this threatened habitat. The scientific investigations of the area help raise awareness of the ecological importance of Ñeembucu at both the national and international levels. The most successful projects are published in scientific journals, further raising the profile of Paraguay, and many interns make their way onto the author line for the first time in their early careers through their work with Para La Tierra.
Para La Tierra is a not-for-profit conservation organization that protects habitats and species in Paraguay through scientific research , community outreach and environmental education .
The application period is rolling and there are no start or end dates, so the trip can be organized to suit the project and the person . Interns must be available to stay for a minimum of three month s.
Applicants must be over 18 years old and have or be working towards a degree in a biology related subject. Conversational English is required. To apply please email your CV to paralatierra.py@gmail.com .
Costs – Because the best things in life aren’t free.
$925 per month for the 1st 2 months and $875 for each subsequent month.
Para La Tierra charges interns to cover costs of room and board. Th e price includes all living costs during their stay with us. Interns receive three meals a day, a bed in shared accommodation with hot showers and access to WiFi . The fee also covers the use of PLT’s scientific equipment, minor administrative costs associated with the stay, and a small contribution to Para La Tierra's conservation and education projects .
