Intern, Litzsinger Road Ecology Center

Missouri Botanical Garden•Ladue, MO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Litzsinger Road Ecology Center (LREC) is an outdoor facility associated with the Missouri Botanical Garden that is dedicated to ecological education, research and restoration in the heart of metropolitan St. Louis. Litzsinger Road Ecology Center, located in Ladue, Missouri, is committed to partnering with students and educators in realizing local and national education objectives through the investigation and restoration of local ecosystems. The Litzsinger Road Ecology Center is recruiting two interns to assist in restoration and site management of 39 acres of prairie, woodland and urban creek in St. Louis. This position is a paid entry-level internship that will require 40 hours per week from 6/8/2026 to 8/14/2026.

Requirements

Strong interest in outdoors, ecology, natural history and restoration.
Ability to work with diverse audiences including children of all ages, volunteers and adults.
Adherence to all health and safety guidelines.
Ability to communicate effectively in English (oral/written).
H.S. basic math aptitude; requires proficient ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication and division; calculate percentages and decimals, etc.
Requires ability to exercise judgment to apply facts and principles for developing approaches and techniques to problem resolution.
Proficient Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., PowerPoint, Excel and Word) or similar software packages on a PC or MAC.
Must be able to obtain and maintain First Aid/CPR certification.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
Must have the ability to pass a background screening and motor vehicle report (MVR) to meet minimum insurance underwriting criteria.
Ability to walk up to three miles on uneven terrain and on and off trails.
May be required to perform tasks at varying heights (i.e., climb ladders, etc.).
Able to lift up to (60) pounds (i.e., load, unload and move supplies and equipment).
Must be able to work in high heat/humidity.
Ability to stand and move about entire facility for extended periods of time - 80% or more of the workday is standing on feet (e.g., extensive standing, walking, reaching and stooping).
Ability to utilize computer keyboard (typing)

Nice To Haves

Current enrollment in college is preferred.
High school diploma or equivalent with an interest in biology, natural resource management, environmental studies, horticulture, or related field. An equivalent combination of skills, education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Actively works with restoration staff and volunteers to perform prairie and woodland restoration.
Participates in native plant propagation and greenhouse activities.
Identifies and manages invasive plant species through use of manual, mechanical, and herbicide application.
Assists in ecological monitoring – stream monitoring (water quality and macroinvertebrates), erosion monitoring, climate monitoring, phenology monitoring, and vegetation monitoring.
Data entry and database support (Excel, Access)
Operates power equipment and hand tools.
Interacts with volunteers and partner schools as needed.
Interns expected to complete independent research project
Meets expected attendance guidelines.
Follows and adheres to established policies and procedures, including but not limited to Employee Handbook, Garden Safety Guidelines and Department Policies.
Behaves and communicates in a manner that promotes and fosters a culture of teamwork, cooperation, and respect within our division and throughout the Garden with all employees, supervisors/managers, volunteers, visitors and others
Performs other duties as assigned.