Summers- Intern Silviculture

University of Wisconsin Stevens Point • Stevens Point, WI

2d • $18

About The Position

Natural Resources Student Employee – Forestry Technician (Timber/Silviculture) 12 positions available at various locations (Lakewood, Washburn, Haward, and Park Falls, WI.) The Enhancing Natural Resource Goals on the Chequamegon Nicolet National Forest Program is a partnership between UW-Stevens Point’s Wisconsin Center for Wildlife and the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. This 13-week Student Employment program is designed to provide a career-oriented introduction to the background, philosophy, concepts, and scope of natural resources management, as well as a practical understanding of Forest Service policies. Student Employees will also receive on-the-job training and exposure to a variety of natural resource disciplines and careers with the Forest Service and other natural resources agencies and organizations. The Natural Resources Student Employee - Forestry Technician (Timber/Silviculture) will support US Forest Service staff with timber and silviculture programs in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest ( https://www.fs.usda.gov/main/cnnf/home ).

Requirements

• Enthusiasm to learn about diverse natural resource careers.
• No prior field experience is necessary.
• We strongly encourage applications from first-generation college students and groups that are historically underrepresented in natural resources and environmental sciences.
• Successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.
• Relevant coursework or practical experience in biology, conservation, recreation management, natural resources, or environmental sciences.
• Ability to carry 20 pounds in the field for the entire field day.
• A valid driver's license.
• Ability to hike in heavily vegetated rugged terrain.
• Ability to perform fieldwork in inclement weather and deal with mosquitoes, deer flies, black flies, and ticks.
• Ability to safely operate outdoor field equipment, including hand tools.
• Aptitude for teamwork and collaborating with others.
• Must be an undergraduate student currently pursuing a degree in Biology, Botany, Conservation Biology, Environmental Sciences, Forest Science, Forestry, Horticulture, Recreation, Soil Science, Wildlife Ecology, etc.
• Attach a cover letter and resumé to your application as two separate documents in PDF format.

Responsibilities

• Collecting forest regeneration data in recently harvested areas
• Monitoring stands for oak wilt infections and keeping detailed records
• Marking oak wilt infection centers for cutting and removal
• Using global positioning systems, aerial photographs, topographic maps, GIS, and/or a compass in navigation.
• Performing highly physical labor and daily hiking, sometimes to remote locations in rugged terrain under possible adverse weather conditions.
• Data entry and other duties in a laboratory/office setting.
• Participating in professional development workshops to gain leadership skills and learn about diverse career paths for natural resource professionals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees