Habitat Specialist Internship

Pheasants Forever•North Platte, NE

10d•$22 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

This internship involves working in a joint capacity with Pheasants Forever, Inc. (PF) in the Loess Canyons of Nebraska, focusing on the removal of scattered Eastern Red Cedar. Activities may include hand-cutting cedar trees using various hand tools. Interns will collaborate closely with multiple wildlife biologists, assisting them with diverse projects related to wildlife management.

Requirements

Ability to work effectively with private landowners, governmental agency staff, and conservation organization representatives.
Ability to work independently with little supervision.
Ability to work under adverse weather conditions.
Must be in physical shape to operate hand tools, power tools, and specialized equipment such as chainsaws, loppers, and brush cutters.
Valid driver's license required with an acceptable driving record.
Must be able to follow detailed verbal and written instructions.
Complete and comprehend all training as directed by supervisor(s).

Nice To Haves

Interest in or a degree in wildlife management or a closely related natural resources field.

Responsibilities

Hand cutting cedar trees with a variety of hand tools.
Assisting wildlife biologists with various projects related to wildlife management.
Performing equipment and tool maintenance to ensure readiness and accountability of assigned gear.
Completing daily work logs, time reports, and treatment accomplishment records.
Collecting research data concerning tree cutting.
Abiding by all company policies, rules, and safety regulations.

Benefits

Consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with disability, or any other category that may be protected by law.

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