Prairie Restoration Research Intern - Oregon

(3 positions) Interns will help on a large scale research project studying prairie restoration methods in Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia.  Field work will involve botanical surveys, soil sampling, and other ecological measurements.  Applicants with plant identification skills are particularly encouraged to apply.  Approximately 65% of the work is conducted out-of-town/overnight (mostly in Washington).  Applicants MUST be able to start mid-April.  Internships are 10 weeks the potential for an extension.

Qualifications:     

• Interest in conservation biology, restoration ecology, botany
• Plant identification and ecological research skills (or enthusiastic willingness to learn)
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work long hours in hot, dry and cold, wet conditions with exposure to poison oak
• Ability to hike up to 3 miles carrying a 30 pound pack and work in a bent-over/kneeling/sitting position for long periods of time

Compensation: $9.00/hr plus travel expenses associated with overnight field work (food and lodging).  Housing in Corvallis is not provided.

To Apply:  Applications must be emailed to jobs@appliedeco.org no later than Monday, February 17, 2009. Include a letter of interest stating when you would be available to start work (this is a MUST) and which project(s) you would prefer, resume, transcripts (unofficial is fine), and two letters of recommendation.  Incomplete applications will not be accepted.  Non-U.S. residents must also include a copy of their work visa.  Applications will be considered upon receipt.