Monarch Research and Education Internship - Fort Hood

Environment for the Americas

13d • $650 • Onsite

About The Position

The Monarch Research and Education Internship offers hands-on experience in monarch monitoring, habitat assessments, conservation, and community outreach. Interns conduct field research using standardized protocols and work directly with biologists and Natural Resource Managers on military lands. This is a field-focused position. Interns typically spend four days each week outdoors and one day completing data entry, writing, and administrative tasks. Fieldwork involves documenting milkweed presence, identifying blooming plants, and recording monarch eggs, larvae, and adults. Interns also support outreach activities designed to inspire interest in monarchs, pollinators, and migration among military families and school-aged children. All interns write biweekly blogs and attend virtual team meetings and webinars. Interns who continue into the fall season assist with capturing, tagging, and measuring monarchs during migration.

Requirements

• Strong communication skills, including clear and consistent written and verbal communication
• Interest in conservation with demonstrated enthusiasm for wildlife, ecology, or environmental science
• Ability to work independently in the field, manage time effectively, and travel between sites
• Familiarity with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office for data entry and reporting
• U.S. citizen or legal resident
• Access to a personal vehicle and a valid driver's license

Nice To Haves

• Military spouses, veterans, and local applicants are strongly encouraged to apply
• Experience in fieldwork, species monitoring, outdoor labor, or data collection
• Ability to identify plants or willingness to learn basic botany
• Some higher education in biology, natural resources, environmental science, or related fields

Responsibilities

• Conduct monarch and habitat surveys during peak breeding periods
• Collect data on milkweed, nectar plants, and monarch life stages
• Navigate and work safely on military installations
• Maintain regular communication with Natural Resource Managers and partner organizations
• Submit consistent updates to the EFTA Monarch Program Manager
• Participate in weekly team meetings, data reviews, and educational webinars
• Write biweekly blogs that highlight fieldwork and personal experiences
• Develop and lead educational programs for military communities, such as school visits, scout activities, citizen science events, and nature walks
• Promote awareness of monarch conservation and pollinator ecology

What This Job Offers

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