RIPARIAN EXOTIC SPECIES CONTROL & RESTORATION INTERNSHIP Audubon Californias Starr Ranch Sanctuary Trabuco Canyon, CA
Audubon's Starr Ranch Sanctuary in Trabuco Canyon, CA solicits applicants for positions (2) as riparian exotic species control and restoration interns. Our approach is research-based and non-chemical. Will initiate or continue, under guidance of a mentor, experiments or observational studies that explore non-chemical control methods for top several exotic species identified during 2003-04 stream monitoring and mapping in our Bell Creek. Will also initiate or continue experiments or observational studies on techniques for enhancing native stream vegetation. Will write protocols, execute research, then write final reports. Will re-sample vegetation along monitoring transects. During the 2007-08 season we want to make progress with exotic species removal, so there will be a large component of physical weed removal. Enthusiasm for working outdoors. Opportunity to live on our 4000- acre Audubon sanctuary. Positions (2) run for 8 - 10 months (TBD.) Salary: $350/week plus housing (communal; private rooms) and benefits. Qualifications: College graduate with an ecological, biological, or conservation background who seeks field research experience in invasive species control, quantitative monitoring and, native vegetation enhancement. Experience in plant sampling in the field highly desirable. To Apply: Send cover letter stating career goals, résumé, and two letters of recommendation to: Dr. Sandy DeSimone, Director - Research and Education; Starr Ranch Sanctuary, 100 Bell Canyon Road, Trabuco Canyon, CA 92679; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; (949) 858-0309; fax (949) 858-1013. For more information: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; www.starr-ranch.org
