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We are recruiting a technician to assist with animal care of masked bobwhite at the Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge near Arivaca, Arizona. The Buenos Aires NWR is approximately 118,000 acres and was established to be a recovery site for the federally endangered masked bobwhite. The Refuge has a captive population of more than 300 birds, and we need assistance to care for our captive population. There are no known populations of this species in the wild and care of our captive population is critical to recovery efforts. The position will be on the Buenos Aires NWR and supervised by Refuge staff but the appointment will be through the Altar Valley Conservation Alliance through a contract with the USFWS. 

Duties will involve changing food and water for captive masked bobwhite daily, observing captive birds for signs of injury, and providing basic care for injury or illness under the supervision of the captive breeding facility manager and/or a wildlife veterinarian. Workdays are 8-10 hours/day, 40 hours/week. Weekend and holiday work is required when necessary to make sure the facility is fully staffed each day. Work will be indoors at the masked bobwhite breeding facility. A valid driver’s license is required for this position.

Work in this position will be during the time when we are breeding masked bobwhite in our captive assurance population. Our assurance population is held in captivity to make sure the species does not go extinct. Breeding season can be hectic as we are pairing specific individuals, collecting eggs for incubation and hatching, and caring for chicks before adding them back into the assurance population. The ability to pay close attention to detail, follow instructions, and ask questions when things are not clear is critical for success in this position and making sure we have a healthy assurance population.

The successful applicant must be able to work in a team environment and independently after being trained and be able to adapt to changing conditions. This position will last for 6 months and applicants should be able to commit to the entire period. During the term of this appointment, we expect to be able to announce a permanent animal care positions, and the successful applicant will be welcome to apply for the permanent position.

The pay for this position is $18.00/hour. Temporary housing, including utilities, and a vehicle for use during work hours will be provided by the Refuge at no cost to the successful applicant. There are no pets allowed in temporary quarters and quarters might be shared with other technicians during all or part of the term depending on seasonal staffing levels at the Refuge.

Position will be filled as soon as a suitable candidate is identified. Interviews will be conducted during the open application period, immediate start date available. Please submit current resume and cover letter to Stephanie Dosch (stephanie_dosch@fws.gov) to be considered for the position.

Session: June 1st - July 31st, 2025

Hours per week: 35 – 40 

Location: Mile 27. 5 Hummingbird Highway, Stann Creek District. Belize, C.A.

Experience required: none
Openings: 2

The Toucan Ridge Ecology and Education Society, located in the Maya Mountains of Belize, currently has 3 apprenticeship spots open for our Fall 2024 Tropical Agriculture Techniques Internship Program.

The T.R.E.E.S Farm has been established as a Farm-to-Table organic operation and regenerative agriculture demonstration farm. Its primary purpose is to serve the original needs of the NGO’s operations which are wildlife conservation through research and education. This is accomplished through the layout of the farm which provides extensive wildlife habitat and foraging opportunities, increasing the local faunal biodiversity as well as acting as an educational demonstration to local subsistence farmers and visiting students. 

Interns will learn by assisting in implementation and evaluation of management practices, cropping, and record keeping on the farm with this vision in mind while we endeavor to maximize the products coming from the farm with the existing design and layout using sustainable and regenerative practices specific to the Mesoamerican uplands. Within this broad framework, intern projects can include several basic Agricultural Education disciplines including Tropical Agriculture, Sustainable/organic Agriculture, Farm Management, Waste management, and Agricultural Economics. 

In addition to planting crops, we also have free range chickens and ducks for eggs and meat. We are looking to increase our revenue generation from the farm either in the form of increased accountable products entering our kitchen for use in our restaurant, or for sale to the Mobile Market or in a proposed road-side café which would be managed by T.R.E.E.S kitchen and hospitality staff. Thus, interns would also assist us with marketing strategy for existing products and/or planting.

By the successful conclusion of this internship, the student will be able to apply practical methods for planting and maintaining various typical and exotic tropical crop species, basic free range poultry operations, evaluate different treatments using objective measurements of biomass, yield, and costs/returns, and become familiar with sustainable management practices such as no/low till, cover cropping, waste management, mulching, marketing, Farm-to-Table, etc.

No prior tropical agriculture experience required. Interns can be current undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in a program with their University/College for credit however non-students can also apply; but preference will be given to students enrolled in an accreditation program. Experienced tropical agriculturalists and/or agroforestry professionals are also welcome and will be treated according to their experience level and are eligible for *discounted rates.

·      Applying practical methods for planting and maintaining various typical and exotic tropical crop species and basic free range poultry operations.

·      Evaluating different treatments using objective measurements of biomass, yield, and costs/returns.

·      Work on Inga Alley-cropping and other regenerative cropping practices, and using intercropping, organic fertilizing and pest control practices.

·      Assist with innovative marketing strategies for existing products accompanied by reviewing projected budgets for the farm and their products and exploring cost/profit ratios for poultry husbandry.

·      Planting and selling new products for the farm.

·      Opportunities are also available to observe and participate with concurrent intern and wildlife educational activities such as mist-netting, observing and recording measurements of bats, birds, herps, invertebrates, water quality, and much more.

Interns can choose to do a minimum of 2 weeks to a maximum of 5 weeks during this Apprenticeship program, though 4 weeks is the recommended duration.

To apply register on the Ecorana website (https://www.ecorana.ca/internship-application-form/) and e-mail your curriculum vitae/resumé, cover letter, and short video to the T.R.E.E.S Internship Coordinator, Scandia Cruz, at scruz@treesociety.org once you have submitted your application form. 

For more information on our organization and facilities please visit our website: www.treesociety.org *To apply for discounted rates, please contact us directly to discuss your qualifications. 

This internship has a fee of $184 USD/week which includes room and board (meals included Monday-Friday), full access to lab equipment, and training by professional on-site biologists. Food is a combination of self-catering in a communal kitchen with ingredients provided as well as prepared meals, depending on whether we have other groups on site. Lodging at the research center signifies a shared dormitory-style rustic cabins with other same sex interns. This comes with full access to other facilities such as showers, restrooms, and kitchen. The nature of this program allows interns to carry out most of the work independently after the training period is done. Fees do not include airport transfer, flights, travel medical insurance, or $100 USD visitor permit fee if remaining in country for more than 30 days.   

Interns are required to work for 35 hours/week minimum. The typical schedule runs from Monday through Friday, from 6:30 am until 12:30 pm and 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm. Weekends are free time for interns; therefore, you can do as please (travel, hike, relax). No refunds on food and lodging will be available if the intern decides to leave the station. Projects may sometimes run into the weekend; in which case the days will be returned to them during the week. 

The intern supervisor(s) will be responsible for designing a schedule with the intern each week that is reasonable and includes work on the various projects.

 

We look forward to hearing from you!

Session: Open on a rolling basis

Hours per week: 35 – 40 

Location: Mile 27. 5 Hummingbird Highway, Stann Creek District. Belize, C.A.

Experience required: none

Openings: 2

The Toucan Ridge Ecology and Education Society, located in the Maya Mountains of Belize, currently has 2 apprenticeship spots open for our Fall 2024 General Wildlife Technician Internship Program.

Internships are held at the T.R.E.E.S Hosting Center, a research and education center in the Maya Mountains of Belize. The center is operated by the Toucan Ridge Ecology and Education Society (T.R.E.E.S), a small grassroots not-for-profit organization whose mandate is to conserve Belize’s natural and cultural heritage through education, conservation, and research. One way in which we meet our mandate is through hosting interns. By training international and local Belizean students in environmental and wildlife management, field research techniques and data collection protocols, knowledge on the biodiversity of Belizean fauna and flora will be gained. This knowledge will then be compiled into peer-reviewed publications, Belizean government reports and regulations, field guides, and other publications that will increase the global visibility of Belizean fauna and flora and aid in their management and ultimately their conservation.

The goal of our internship program is to provide interns with hands-on experience in their field of education, research, or employment under the supervision of professional biologists, while contributing to education and conservation efforts in Belize. These internships are self-directed yet supervised projects in which a short report is to be written and handed to the supervising biologist at the end of the internship session. Many of the post-secondary institutions we work with offer credited internships, but this will need to be discussed with the educational institution where the intern is currently registered. We are happy to provide the required information to the institution so that accreditation is possible. 

Once at the station, you are free to help on projects of need at T.R.E.E.S. Many of the desired qualifications, physical requirements, benefits, and terms below are specific to internships we have posted. Contact us today to describe your skillset and time-frame if you are interested in joining our projects. 

We are looking for people with scientific research and writing skills; be able to navigate through peer-reviewed resources and write a basic literature review. Applicants should have a certain level of identification skills and should be interested in improving their techniques for proper identification and survey methods applicable in the tropics. At the field station we work mainly with mud turtles, birds, bats, and herpetofauna. Persons must be comfortable conducting field work at night, sunrise, and under direct sunlight. Should also have knowledge of inventorying and monitoring techniques of the specified taxa.

Preference is given to those who have previous experience working with the specified taxa/topic from our monitoring projects.

·       Assisting other interns and project managers on other projects in need at T.R.E.E.S, including sustainable agriculture, landscape architecture, gardening.

·       Helping with data entry from different monitoring projects.

·       Proper recording of herp collection data including radio-telemetry movement data.

·       Continuing WCOM Project and Nest Survey projects. This includes the preliminary aspects of the projects such as searching for lekking sites and nests of resident birds along specified areas.

·      Aiding in organic agriculture, horticulture/landscaping, and trail building/maintenance.

·      Help us with grant writing, marketing, hospitality, community development, outreach and education, ESL teaching, and construction.

·      For participants with up-to-date rabies vaccine, they may also aid in nights when bat-mist netting is done. Those without can contribute in other ways such as setting up and tearing down mist-nets and collecting data for the bat monitoring project.

To apply register on the Ecorana website (https://www.ecorana.ca/internship-application-form/) and e-mail your curriculum vitae/resumé, cover letter, and short video to the T.R.E.E.S Internship Coordinator, Scandia Cruz, at scruz@treesociety.org once you have submitted your application form. 

For more information on our organization and facilities please visit our website: www.treesociety.org 

Interns can choose to do a minimum of 2 weeks to a maximum of 6 weeks during this internship program, though 4 weeks is the recommended duration.

This internship has a fee of $289 USD/week which includes room and board (meals included Monday-Friday), full access to lab equipment, and training by professional on-site biologists. Food is a combination of self-catering in a communal kitchen with ingredients provided as well as prepared meals, depending on whether we have other groups on site. Lodging at the research center signifies a shared dormitory-style rustic cabins with other same sex interns. This comes with full access to other facilities such as showers, restrooms, and kitchen. The nature of this program allows interns to carry out most of the work independently after the training period is done. Fees do not include airport transfer, flights, travel medical insurance, or $100 USD visitor permit fee if remaining in country for more than 30 days.   

Interns are required to work for 35 hours/week minimum. The typical schedule runs from Monday through Friday and during the daytime or nighttime. Weekends are free time for interns; therefore, you can do as please (travel, hike, relax). No refunds on food and lodging will be available if the intern decides to leave the station. Projects may sometimes run into the weekend; in which case the days will be returned to them during the week. 

The intern supervisor(s) will be responsible for designing a schedule with the intern each week that is reasonable and includes work on the various projects.

 

We look forward to hearing from you!

Calling all mammal and bat enthusiasts, join us at the Toucan Ridge Ecology and Education Society (T.R.E.E.S) research station for our Bat Research Internship Program in the Maya Mountains of Belize for Fall 2024. 

Session: Present - Dec 31, 2025

Location: Mile 27.5 Hummingbird Highway, Stann Creek District, Belize, C.A.

Hours per week: 35 – 40

Duration: Sessions may be 2 to 5 weeks, with 4 weeks recommended for maximum learning

Openings: 3

Experience total immersion in the Maya Mountains of Belize, Central America. This tropical bat research internship could be the final step you need to gain field experience! 

 

No experience necessary, just a love for wildlife and a thirst for knowledge! Preference is given to candidates with a certain level of bat identification and trapping skills. Ideal for biologists/ecologists eager to learn and make a difference in the field. 

 

- Setting up mist-nets under professional guidance

- Assisting in data collection for bat research and monitoring projects (using mist-nets and recording GPS coordinates of roosts).

- Learning methods for capture and extracting bats caught in mist-nets

- Handling bats for morphometric data collection

- Processing data collected in the field

- Washing cotton bags and managing field equipment.

- Maintaining and updating the database in Microsoft Excel.

- Assisting in repairing mist-nets damaged by bats during captures

- Assisting in updating and engaging on our social media platforms

- Contributing to the production of public outreach material such as posters, pamphlets, or PowerPoint presentations on bats, with the guidance of our bat biologist

 

We are looking for individuals interested in improving their mammal identification techniques and appropriate survey methods in the tropics. Work with experts to set up mist-nets, safely handle bats, and contribute to vital ecological research.

 

⚠️ For this internship, we require that candidates be previously vaccinated against rabies as they will be handling wild bats.

Costs: $389USD/week (includes room, board, and training)

Discounts available for Latin American, Caribbean, and Belizean citizens! 

Apply now at Ecorana website: https://www.ecorana.ca/internship-application-form/

For inquiries, email Scandia Cruz at scruz@treesociety.org

Learn more about us: www.treesociety.org

Don't miss this chance to contribute to Belize's knowledge on bats!

Description: The Davis Herpetology Lab (https://drewrdavis.com) in the Department of Biology at Eastern New Mexico University is accepting applications for an undergraduate student technician to assist with several herpetological research projects being conducted in Summer 2025 across New Mexico, USA. Projects include: 1) conducting surveys for the state-threatened Western Ribbonsnake across eastern New Mexico; 2) conducting eDNA-based surveys and habitat assessments for the Plain-bellied Watersnake and Mexican Gartersnake; and 3) conducting eDNA-based and trapping surveys for Rio Grande Cooters in New Mexico and Texas. Individuals would begin fieldwork mid-May and work through mid-August 2025 (exact dates are flexible). The technician hired would work closely with the PI and graduate students to collect the necessary data to accomplish specific project objectives. Generally, the technician would participate in fieldwork where they would help conduct surveys for target species, record habitat and water quality data, and collect eDNA samples and voucher specimens. Fieldwork will primarily occur along the Pecos and Canadian rivers throughout eastern New Mexico and the Gila National Forest region in western New Mexico and will consist of several-day-long outings where multiple sites are visited/sampled. Crews will be camping during surveys and applicants should be comfortable and capable conducting field research. Opportunities to develop related projects while participating in this fieldwork are possible.

 

Qualifications: Current enrollment in a B.S. program majoring in Biology, Wildlife Ecology, or a similar degree, with strong academic credentials, is required. Applicants should be highly motivated to work on these projects, able to work with a team, and capable of conducting fieldwork under challenging conditions. Students must also hold a valid driver’s license and have a safe driving record. The applicant should display characteristics of success, including a strong work ethic, organizational and planning skills, grit, and excellent communication, as well as be able to work in a team setting. Competitive applicants are those that have experience conducting field studies in aquatic habitats (preferably with snakes, turtles, or eDNA) and who have a strong interest in herpetological research.

 

About ENMU and Portales: Eastern New Mexico University is federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institution situated in Portales, New Mexico, a small, friendly town with an affordable cost of living. Portales is located on the Llano Estacado and situated near the confluence of the southern Great Plains, Chihuahuan Desert, and Southern Rocky Mountains. The Davis Herpetology Lab is a recently established lab (January 2023) that examines various aspects of amphibian and reptile ecology and conservation using field, laboratory, and museum-based studies, and focuses on student success.

 

How to Apply: Interested applicants should send an email describing your interest in this position and include a copy of your CV and contact information for two references to drew.davis@enmu.edu (subject line = DHL technician position). Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Full consideration will be given to all applications received before 20 April 2025.

The Research Associate Program at GBI, in cooperation with the Bureau of Land Management at Piedras Blancas Light Station in San Simeon, CA, is recruiting 2 AmeriCorps members to serve as Visitor Services and Education Technicians.  Under the direction of the BLM, the selected candidates will support the light station’s operations with daily interpretive tours, maintain trails, and minor maintenance of the Piedras Blancas Light Station.

Members will support Piedras Blancas Outstanding Natural area by serving with BLM staff on a variety of projects and goals. These placement opportunities open the door in the fields of cultural resource management, visitor services, interpretation, and other public land management projects to foster professional growth in public land management disciplines. The members will be provided with opportunities to expand their skillsets in natural and cultural resource management and gain valuable insight from working side-by-side with BLM’s resource professionals. 

AmeriCorps members will be on site at the Piedras Blancas Light Station and Outstanding Natural Area (ONA) in San Simeon, CA, but may participate on interpretive projects at public outreach events at other locations within San Luis Obispo County. Placements will also attend meetings and/or trainings at the BLM field office in Bakersfield, CA, and may travel to other BLM sites as needed. 

The successful youth applicants will assist the Piedras Blancas Light Station Staff with the day to day operations of the Light Station. This opportunity is multi-faceted, adaptable, and geared at supporting the maintenance, interpretation, and restoration of the Piedras Blancas Light Station and its surrounding landscape. 

Members will fulfill the following responsibilities:

**You may contact Jodie Nelson at BLM with any questions about the position or site, but all applications must go through Great Basin Institute. 
Do NOT email resumes or applications to Jodie Nelson or other BLM staff. ***

Location: West Virginia, Possible locations: Logan and Wyoming County; Mason and Jackson County; Nicholas, Greenbrier and Summers County; Mineral and Hampshire County

Starting date: After June 15, 2025 (start and end date flexible);

Position and Salary: $15/hr. Up to 4 Full-time Wildlife Technician Positions, each about a 6-month appointment (July to December; start and end date flexible) with the possibility of extension. 

Offered by: West Virginia Division of Natural Resources, USGS WV Cooperative Fish & Wildlife Research Unit, West Virginia University

Lab supervisor: Laura Gigliotti

Research fields: Wild Turkey Biology and Population Ecology

 

One of the largest statewide wild turkey studies ever conducted in the state of West Virginia started in January 2024 as a collaboration between the WV Division of Natural Resources (DNR) and West Virginia University (WVU). The goal of this study is to estimate wild turkey populations in West Virginia in relation to environmental conditions and provide information for setting turkey harvest regulations and address hunter needs in West Virginia. 

The project focuses on both biological (nesting and survival) and sociological (hunter surveys and response of turkeys to hunters) aspects. The Technician(s) will assist project leaders and 3 graduate students with various aspects of Wild Turkey surveying including GPS monitoring of female turkeys, nest surveys, vegetation surveys, brood counts, and other forms of data collection and entry relevant to the project objectives possibly including ARU data. This position includes both field work (85%) and office/data assignments (15%). There could be opportunities to work on other ongoing research and land management projects with the WV DNR as well.

 

 Housing: Housing and work vehicle will be provided

 

- Bachelor's degree in a related field or any equivalent combination of training and experience

- Valid US driver’s license 

- Knowledge of basic field procedures and field safety

- Attention to detail

- Able to work independently and cooperatively with others

- Able to work under harsh weather conditions and in difficult terrain 

- Flexible working hours

- Good communication skills

- Basic knowledge of data entry in excel

- Field experience operating 4WD vehicles in rugged terrain

 

- Experience with radio telemetry

- Strong interpersonal skills as daily interaction with landowners, state agency personnel, and other stakeholders will occur

- Ability to triangulate and navigate to locations using a compass/GPS

 

Applicants should email as a SINGLE file (PDF or Word Doc) with the file name formatted as lastname_firstname.pdf (e.g., doe_john.pdf) and the subject line “WV Turkey Project Tech”:

1) A cover letter clearly explaining your interest and if applicable prior experience with fieldwork and research as well as your general suitability for the advertised position. This should also highlight whether you wish to be considered for a specific location or considered for all four.  The cover letter should not exceed 2 pages and be addressed to the ‘WVU Turkey research group’.

2) Resume or CV

3) Three potential references, your relationship to them and their contact information

To:  Ally Beard, allyson.beard@mail.wvu.edu

 

If you have further questions, please contact the project coordinator Ally Beard (allyson.beard@mail.wvu.edu).

Are you an aspiring wildlife conservationist with a passion for different types of predators? Our research center is excited to offer an exceptional internship opportunity focusing on predator conservation and what different predator diets consist of, on a magnificent 27,000-hectare continuous game reserve with 17 different antelope species and a variety of both small and large predators!

In South Africa, a variety of predators face significant threats, including habitat loss and fragmentation, climate change, potential low genetic diversity, and the hybridization of subspecies, which endangers their genetic purity. Consequently, conservation efforts must focus on accurately determining their population numbers, distribution, and dietary distinctions.

   Comfortable accommodation will be provided during your stay.

This fee ensures that your experience contributes to both your well-being and the vital work of preserving the reserve.

 

You have the flexibility to choose the length of your stay. We recommend a commitment of 2 to 4 months to fully immerse yourself in the experience and make the most of the opportunities available. This duration allows for deeper engagement with the conservation work and a richer overall experience.

Submit your resume and a brief cover letter to research@bushveldbiodiversity.org 

If you are interested in this internship but unavailable on the specified dates, please still reach out to us and submit your CV and cover letter. We can discuss alternative dates and check our project schedule for availability.

We eagerly anticipate welcoming motivated and passionate interns to our team! 

 

NOAA Office/Lab and Location: Two research opportunities are currently available with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), in the Fisheries Research Participation Program located at Seattle, Washington.

Research Project: The objectives of this project are to determine the exposure and potential health risks of algal toxins to marine wildlife. As part of the project, analyses of environmental samples are performed to quantify the presence of algal toxins in marine wildlife. The participant will collect and analyze environmental samples.  This entails performing extractions of samples by weighing out sample material, labeling tubes, homogenizing material, adding extraction solvent, centrifuging tubes, and filtering supernatant. The participant will learn what algal toxins are and  how they can be quantified in extracted samples using Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) methods. The participant will collaborate with a large team for sample collection and processing. This research is part of a project to quantify the presence of algal toxins in marine food webs of the West Coast of North America with a focus on the impacts of climate change on toxin levels. Samples come from as far north at the Arctic Ocean to Southern California.

Learning Objectives: The NOAA Fisheries Research Participation Program will serve as the next step in the educational and professional development of scientists and engineers interested in learning about coastal stewardship and management. This program provides opportunities for students and recent graduates to connect with the unique resources of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) where they can have authentic research experiences using equipment not found on most college campuses. These research experiences complement the educational nature of the program and make participants aware of potential STEM employment opportunities at NOAA. Throughout their appointments, selected candidates will have access to unique research and training opportunities, top scientists and engineers, and state-of-the-art facilities and equipment.

Mentor: The mentor for this opportunity is Kathi  Lefebvre (Kathi.Lefebvre@noaa.gov). If you have questions about the nature of the research please contact the mentor.

Anticipated Appointment Start Date: May 19, 2025. Start date is flexible and will depend on a variety of factors.

Appointment Length: The appointment will initially be for eight weeks but may be renewed upon recommendation of NOAA and is contingent on the availability of funds.

Level of Participation: The appointment is part-time.

Participant Stipend: The participant will receive a monthly stipend commensurate with educational level and experience.

Citizenship Requirements: This opportunity is available to U.S. citizens only.

ORISE Information: This program, administered by ORAU through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE), was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and NOAA. Participants do not become employees of NOAA, DOE or the program administrator, and there are no employment-related benefits. Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. Health insurance can be obtained through ORISE.

Questions: If you have questions about the application process please email NOAA@orau.org and include the reference code for this opportunity.

The qualified candidate should be currently pursuing a bachelor's degree. Rising second year undergraduate students preferred.