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
