The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's Michigan Ecological Services Field Office (MIFO) is located in East Lansing, MI. The MIFO seeks an intern for endangered species conservation efforts.
The intern will gain gain experience with various aspects of implementing the U.S. Endangered Species Act. Participate in imperiled species habitat improvement projects or surveys. Assist others in identify best management practices to reduce potential impacts to listed species and further listed species recovery. Interact with conservation partners on their imperiled wildlife and plant survey efforts (e.g., imperiled butterflies and other pollinators, piping plover, mussel surveys etc.). Serve with conservation partners on endangered species habitat improvement projects (e.g., controlling invasive plants, improving nesting habitat for piping plovers, collecting native plant seeds, etc.).
Duties
Endangered Species Planning and Coordination
Percentage of time: 50%
Performs data analysis and prepares objective and complete written reports and other technical documents and make recommendations. Maintains records of accomplishments and provides accomplishment reports as required by supervisors. Obtain, review, and evaluate reports, data, scientific literature, and other sources of information.
Field Investigations
Percentage of time: 10%
Participate in imperiled species habitat improvement projects or surveys. Interact with conservation partners on their imperiled wildlife and plant survey efforts (e.g., imperiled butterflies and other pollinators, piping plover, mussel surveys etc.). Serve with conservation partners on endangered species habitat improvement projects (e.g., controlling invasive plants, improving nesting habitat for piping plovers, collecting native plant seeds, etc.).
Laboratory/office/station duties
Percentage of time: 20%
Laboratory work may include processing samples from field work and working with various laboratory equipment. Office responsibilities include administrative duties, data entry and management, basic reporting. Station duties may include equipment maintenance and assistance with activities associated with the office complex.
Miscellaneous
Percentage of time: 20%
Responds to written, telephone, and in-person inquiries. Assists MIFO staff with duties, as assigned.
Hours expected: 40 hours/week
Please note that this position will include overnight travel. You will incur travel and duty-related expenses to be paid up front, and reimbursed by the program with documented receipts.
Compensation
– $600/week for 40 hours/week* Living Allowance
– $1,100* To/From Travel Allowance, paid once with first paycheck
– Health Insurance
– Eligible for the Public Land Corps (PLC) hiring authority upon successful completion of position (640hrs minimum of
service)
– Eligible for an AmeriCorps Education Award of $6,895, received upon successful completion of position
*All Allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes
Please note that housing is not provided for this position.
Position ID: PO-00735716
Expected Dates: October 23, 2023 - October 20, 2024
Location:
2651 Coolidge Road
East Lansing, MI 48823
US
Training Provided: Field survey and habitat restoration techniques, application of the Endangered Species Act, safety related training.
Educational/Recreational Opportunities: Active lifestyle includes: hiking, biking, fishing, hunting. Abundant educational opportunities (e.g., museums, aquariums, zoos) in the larger metro areas.
Handicap Accessible?: Yes
Main Area of Focus: Natural Resources Mgmt
Further Details
AmeriCorps Eligible: Eligible
Driving Logistics: Recommended
Recommended to facilitate shopping, more housing options, etc.
Housing or Stipend Provided?
D. No housing is available
Indoor/Outdoor: Combination
US Citizenship: Yes