*Restoration Ecology and Conservation Biology Paid Internships* * * /The *Institute for Applied Ecology* (www.appliedeco.org <http://www.appliedeco.org/>) will be hiring* *up to eight interns this summer for field work and related activities. Our paid positions are intended to provide field experience to individuals considering conservation biology or restoration ecology as a career. Internships are partially supported by the Native Plant Society of //Oregon//, and interns are encouraged to write short articles for the NPSO Bulletin. /
//*PRAIRIE RESTORATION RESEARCH*: (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, with a flexible end date (typically mid July). /Questions? /Amanda Stanley ([EMAIL PROTECTED]). *Conservation Research* (3 positions): Interns will work on a variety of projects throughout the summer including rare plant habitat surveys, threatened and endangered species research and monitoring, and invasive species research throughout the state of Oregon. Approximately 50% of the work is conducted out-of-town/overnight (accommodations include both hotels and primitive camping sites)/. /Applicants MUST be able to start by the second week of May, with preference to those who can start in mid- to late-April. Internships will last 12 weeks, with the potential for an extension. /Questions? /Andrea Thorpe ([EMAIL PROTECTED]). *PRAIRIE SPECIES HABITAT CONSERVATION PLAN *(1) Intern will complete habitat assessments on public and private lands in Benton County, OR. Fieldwork (daytrips from Corvallis) will include general botanical survey and surveys for threatened and endangered plant species. Applicants with plant identification skills or familiarity with Willamette Valley flora are encouraged to apply. /Late April -- early July. Questions? /Carolyn Menke ([EMAIL PROTECTED])// */We encourage you to visit our website, www.appliedeco.org <http://www.appliedeco.org/> for more information on these projects./* *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 *Compensation:* $9.00/hr plus travel expenses associated with overnight field work (food and lodging). Housing in Corvallis is not provided. *To Apply: *Send 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_. Non-U.S. residents must also include a copy of their work visa or an application for a work visa. Applications will be considered upon receipt. *Applications must be received by **Monday, February 11, 2008*, and may be sent via mail, email, or fax. Via regular post: Intern Applications Institute for Applied Ecology P.O. Box 2855 Corvallis, OR 97339-2855 phone: (541) 753-3099 Via email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> */please include "intern application" in subject line/* Via fax: (541) 753-3098 Via FedEx/UPS Intern Applications Institute for Applied Ecology 563 SW Jefferson Ave. Corvallis, Oregon 97333 phone: (541) 753-3099 -- Andrea S. Thorpe, Ph.D. Director, Conservation Research Program Institute for Applied Ecology PO Box 2855 Corvallis, Oregon 97339-2855 www.appliedeco.org ph: 541-753-3099 fax: 541-753-3098 ______________________________________ The Institute for Applied Ecology is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to conserve native ecosystems through restoration, research, and education. ______________________________________
