Maryland Restoration Intern

Chesapeake Bay Foundation Inc • Upper Marlboro, MD

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Chesapeake Bay Foundation (CBF) is seeking a Maryland Restoration Intern to join its Advocacy and Restoration Department. This internship will be based at CBF’s Clagett Farm and other locations throughout Maryland. The intern will assist with the Farm Stewardship Program, participating in agricultural, wetland, and riparian restoration events. Responsibilities include transporting trees and equipment, assisting volunteers, maintaining the tree nursery, supporting small group events, recruiting volunteers, and aiding with outreach on regenerative agriculture. This role requires a strong interest in environmental science or agriculture, familiarity with Chesapeake Bay issues, and the ability to work with diverse groups of people.

Requirements

• Strong background and interest in environmental science, agriculture, or related field; with a desire to pursue restoration and/or outreach work as a future career
• Candidates should be familiar with environmental issues and problems facing the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries, and be able to work with the general public and volunteers of all ages and backgrounds
• MUST possess a driver’s license and be willing to drive CBF vehicles such as a pickup truck and van
• MUST be available at least three days a week, all day and on some weekends
• MUST be comfortable lifting at least 40lbs

Nice To Haves

• Combination of hands-on outdoor experience and education background is a plus

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the Farm Stewardship Program at agricultural, wetland, and riparian restoration events
• Loading and transporting trees from CBF’s Clagett Farm Tree Nursery to restoration sites using a truck
• Loading and transporting equipment to the sites
• Assist volunteers on event days (signing in, demonstrating planting and use of equipment)
• Assist in maintaining tree nursery stock (weeding, watering, and organizing)
• Assist with small group volunteer events and workdays at CBF’s Clagett Farm
• Help recruit a diverse contingent of volunteers for restoration events
• Re-staking or removing/placing shelters on trees at previous planting sites
• Assist with outreach on regenerative agriculture at farm events

What This Job Offers

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