RMBL Invasive Plant Intern *Position Description:* The Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory is now taking applications for an Invasive Plant Intern in 2013. We are looking for a student interested in invasive plant management and plant restoration. The intern's duties will include: 1) assisting with ongoing experiments to control the spread of Canada Thistle, Smooth Brome, and Yellow Toadflax; 2) active management of invasive plants by manual removal and spot applications of herbicides; 3) transplanting plants and collecting and sowing seed to restore native plants to disturbed sites; 4)coordination of adult volunteers as they help with weed management; 5) using GPS equipment to map invasive plants; and 6) assisting in revegetation of disturbed areas.
*Conditions*: We are looking for someone who is not afraid of hard work and has a sincere interest in active management of invasive plants. The chosen student will work an average of 40 hours/week on invasive plant management, research, and revegetation. *Dates: *This program runs from approximately June 9 to August 16, 2013 (10 weeks); start and end dates are flexible. *Benefits and Cost: * Housing, meals, and station fees, will be provided. In addition, $200 is available for travel expense reimbursement. The student is responsible for any parking fees, if he/she has a car and other miscellaneous expenses such as laundry or store charges incurred during the summer. *To apply:* To apply for this internship, complete the online application to our educational program. Go to: www.rmbl.org and follow the link for 'students'. When choosing your ‘Courses’, please explain that you’re applying for the Invasive Plant Internship. For the essay portion of the application, please include a description of your interest in invasive plant research, management, revegetation and/or working with volunteers. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. We plan to choose an intern by early April, 2013. *Questions*: please contact the Science Director Dr. Jennifer Reithel ( [email protected]) -- Dr. Jennie Reithel Science Director Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory PO Box 519 Crested Butte, CO 81224 970-349-7231 phone & fax
