PIPING PLOVER INTERNSHIP (3) Position Description: Three interns are needed to work as part of the Piping Plover recovery project with the USFWS in Rhode Island. This project monitors federally protected Piping Plovers, state protected Least Terns, and species of concern American Oystercatchers on federal, state, and private property in southern Rhode Island. The majority of the work will be done outdoors monitoring these species during the nesting season. Duties include erecting nest exclosures, educating the public, monitoring plover pairs and chicks, and recording data.
Qualifications: Applicants must be in good physical shape and able to hike long distances. Work will include weekends and holidays. Previous birding experience and a valid US driver's license are required. Must be a team player and be willing to work on other biological program projects. Duration: Position extends from April 16 - August 10, 2011 (some flexibility). Salary $215/week + possibility of housing. Send letter of interest, resume and contact information for 3 references to Erin King, 50 Bend Road, Charlestown, RI 02813 OR email materials to [email protected]. Application deadline is January 27.
