Yosemite Black Bear Intern (PO-00734548)

This wildlife biology intern will assist park biologists in reducing human-wildlife conflicts by detecting and mitigating the availability of human food in campgrounds, parking lots, lodging facilities, and other park areas. Interns will assist with monitoring movements of bears using radio telemetry, assist in capture and relocation of bears and other wildlife, assist with negative conditioning of bears and other wildlife using various tactics, and enter daily patrol data into a database. Additional wildlife management duties may be required as necessary. Interns may also participate in wilderness patrols focusing on educating hikers and backpackers about bears and proper food storage.

Benefits:

$300/week living allowance
$1,100 travel allowance
$1,718 Americorps Education Award
Housing provided by NPS
 

Position ID: PO-00734548

Expected Dates: May 22, 2023 - August 13, 2023

Location:
P.O. Box 577
El Portal, CA 95318
US

Educational/Recreational Opportunities: Yosemite, Mono Lake National Scenic Area, Bodie Hills State Historic Park, Inyo National Forest

Main Area of Focus: Wildlife Mgmt

Further Details

AmeriCorps Eligible: Eligible

Driving Logistics: Required

Housing or Stipend Provided?
A. Partner will provide suitable housing for the member

Indoor/Outdoor: Combination

US Citizenship: Yes

Student Conservation Association