Community Conservation Intern

MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION • Columbia, MO

5d • $20

About The Position

At the undergraduate level the emphasis is on recruitment, career exploration, and introducing top performing students to MDC.

Requirements

• Must maintain a current, valid driver's license.
• Undergraduate student at an accredited university/college in good standing. Students who will be graduating before the internship begins are not eligible.
• Develop and sustain cooperative working relationships.
• Work outdoors in adverse weather and perform strenuous physical tasks.
• Remain in a stationary position up to 50% of the time.
• Move about grounds, both inside and outside of buildings.
• Constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.
• Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance.
• Work Saturdays, Sundays and holidays when needed.
• Keep an accurate record of supplies, services, and time reports.
• Work is typically performed in a standard office environment; occasionally required to work in outdoor environments.
• May be exposed to loud noises which may require the use of hearing protection.
• Ability to travel within Missouri and stay overnight frequently during the summer.
• Ability to bend and twist in use of force situations
• Ability to regularly lift 5 pounds, correctly lift up to 25 pounds.
• Constantly operate a computer and other office machinery.
• Work Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to navigate in a variety of environments including woodlands, steep terrain, wetlands, caves, and uneven terrain
• Clarity of vision and ability to distinguish colors.

Nice To Haves

• Cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher on 4.0 scale is desirable.
• Preference will be given to students who have completed at least 45 credit hours.

Responsibilities

• Assist with small- and large-scale community outreach events, such as habitat restoration days, educational programs, and tree plantings.
• Participate in Community Conservation Team meetings and assist with work plan implementation and documentation.
• Collaborate with partners and MDC staff to advance community conservation practices in urban and suburban settings.
• Work on an independent project aligned with regional and statewide community conservation priorities.
• Coordinate with MDC staff from multiple branches to increase understanding of interdisciplinary conservation approaches.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees