Listos Intern

University of New Mexico • Ranchos de Taos, NM

7d • $20

About The Position

The LISTOS Intern is a student employment position offering experiential learning in natural resource management and related disciplines. Students are placed with approved internship hosts to support ongoing projects and gain professional experience aligned with their academic and career pathways. Duties vary by placement and host needs and may include fieldwork, administrative or technical support, training, and professional development.

Work may take place in office and/or outdoor environments. Depending on the assignment, the position may involve physical activity, variable weather conditions, and travel to field locations. Student employees receive direct supervision from their assigned internship host, with programmatic oversight from the LISTOS Program. Continued eligibility depends on active participation in LISTOS and maintaining the required summer coursework. Employment is temporary and depends on program funding and host availability; it may extend beyond summer based on available host work and continued LISTOS participation at UNM-Taos.

Requirements

• Must be enrolled as a student at UNM-Taos or an approved partner institution.
• Must be an active participant in the LISTOS program.
• Must be enrolled in at least 3 credit hours during the summer term; tuition is supported by the LISTOS grant.
• Must meet all University student employment eligibility requirements.
• Must maintain enrollment in the required summer coursework.
• Continued eligibility is contingent on active participation in the LISTOS program.

Nice To Haves

• Coursework or interest in natural resource management, biology, environmental science, or related fields.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to work in outdoor and/or field-based environments.
• Enrollment in at least 6 credit hours in the fall semester.

Responsibilities

• Assist with fieldwork, including data collection, monitoring, and resource management activities.
• Support administrative or technical tasks, including data entry and reporting.
• Participate in training and professional development activities.
• Communicate and collaborate with supervisors and team members.
• Follow the safety guidelines, policies, and procedures of the host organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed