Seagrass Monitoring Coordinator
About The Position
TNC's Chesapeake Bay Program is looking for an intern to help build a community science data collection program for submerged aquatic vegetation in the Bay. This position will work under the direction of our Wetlands Program Manager and the SAV Watchers Program . They will also work closely with volunteers, donors, Sea Grant Fellows, and TNC partners at the state level( such as VIMS , VCU, Maryland DNR). The intern will work to establish a monitoring schedule, help lead events with the public, and manage the collected data. This work will require some travel, time on the water, and will provide hands-on experience with plant identification, data management and analysis , and community engagement. All interns will dedicate 5% of their time to professional development activities through STEP.
Requirements
- A current college student or recent graduate (within one year)
- Majoring in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Natural Resources, or similar field
- Experience with plant identification
- Experience with community outreach/engagement
- Experience operating canoes, kayaks, and/or stand-up paddleboards
- Must have valid driver’s license, safe driving record, and provide own transportation and automobile insurance
- STEP is designed for people early in their careers or with limited prior professional experience.
- This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with TNC’s Auto Safety Program .
Nice To Haves
- Experience with SAV identification and/or monitoring
- Education or other training with Virginia’s habitats and species
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience organizing large data sets
- Experience with Microsoft Office Products
- Willing to obtain CPR certification upon hire
Responsibilities
- Assist with establishing a schedule for training events and SAV community science data collection
- Work with TNC’s Volunteer and Philanthropy teams to coordinate public engagement events
- Manage the identification and documentation of SAV, including inputting all relevant data
- Work requires being outdoors, on the water, operating various vessels including kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and canoes. You may work in various weather conditions and under physically demanding circumstances.
Benefits
- TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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