Duties & Responsibilities: Duties include collecting ecological data for long term research of Chicago area prairies and woodlands. Interns should expect to be outdoors for the duration of the position. Start date is May or June 2010, but exact date is flexible. The internship will last 10-12 weeks.
Qualifications: Required: A background in biology or environmental science with an avid interest in field ecology, knowledge of Chicago area ecosystems, tree and plant identification and ability to work well with others is required. Meticulous attention to field data management is also required. Candidate must be able to work in uneven terrain in extreme weather with mosquitoes, ticks and other field discomforts. Intern must live in the Chicago area (Lake, Cook, DuPage or McHenry County) and have regular access to a vehicle to travel to various field research sites. Desired: Familiarity with local plant identification, vegetation monitoring, soil sampling and analysis methods, and some familiarity with insect/ invertebrate collection and/or identification is desired. Experience with GPS/GIS and mapping is ideal. Experience, knowledge and skills in the restoration of natural areas, operation of field equipment and machinery and preparations of biological reports are desired. Compensation: $400 per week for 10 weeks plus travel reimbursement for travel in personal vehicle to field research sites. Hours may include evenings and weekends and may vary week to week. To Apply: Submit resume and cover letter highlighting field experience to Lauren Umek [email protected] by Friday, April 16th. Email applications are welcome. Lauren Umek 1110 W. Belden Suite 203 Chicago, IL 60614 [email protected]
