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The Mayne Island Conservancy Society (MICS) is looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic person to fill a 16 week internship position on Mayne Island. Applicants must be between the ages of 15 and 30 and have been registered full-time in the previous academic year and intend to return to school on a full-time basis in the next academic year.

MICS works with the community to preserve the ecological integrity of Mayne Island. We do this with the help of volunteers by delivering two major stewardship programs: Mayne Island Community Stewardship and Mayne Island Shoreline Care programs.

Start Date: May 13th, 2013

End Date: August 30th, 2013

Hours: 35 hours a week, expected to work at Saturday markets up to every other Saturday. Wage: $15/hour

To apply: Email cover letter, resume and 3 references to Rob Underhill (biologist@conservancyonmane.com), Biologist with MICS.

Application deadline is April 2nd. Interviews will be held on the week of April 15th.

Please tailor your application to address qualifications and criteria above and visit http://conservancyonmayne.com to learn more about MICS.

Phone: 250-539-5168

Address: 478 Village Bay Rd., Mayne Island, BC.

This position is pending funding through the Canada Summer Jobs Program

Description: This position will include the following activities:

· Conduct eelgrass and kelp mapping and monitoring

· Collect geographic data using hand-held GPS

· Conduct data entry and assist with production of maps using GIS software

· Assist with the training and coordination of volunteers

· Encourage environmental stewardship through site visits with landowners

· Participate in ecological restoration (invasive species monitoring and removal, planting native species, erecting deer fencing)

· Native plant propagation (seed collection, planting, watering, etc.)

· Create environmental education materials

· Communicate project goals to the public

· Assist with organizing stewardship workshops

· Assist with identifying local species and ecosystems

Skills Acquired: Intern will learn how to:

· Conduct a mapping survey by kayak

· Collect geographical data and create maps using GIS software

· Learn about terrestrial and nearshore marine ecology

· Coordinate volunteers and work with the public

· Encourage environmental stewardship

· Conduct ecological restoration

· Identify native plants and ecosystems

· Native plant propagation

Skills and Qualifications (Required and Asset)

Required Qualifications:

· Ability to work with the public in a professional manner

· Ability to work with minimal supervision and in a group

· Ability to operate a kayak and work in a variety of weather conditions outside

· Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills

· Ability to be flexible and creative

· Must have a passion for stewardship and conservation of terrestrial and marine ecosystems

· Preference will be given to applicants currently enrolled in a post-secondary program in the following areas of study: biology, resource conservation, geography, environmental science, or environmental studies.

Asset Qualifications:

· Knowledge of local marine and terrestrial ecosystems

· Knowledge of local conservation issues

· Field survey experience

· GIS

· Plant identification

· Native plant propagation or horticulture experience

· Strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel

· Experience working with youth

· Valid first aid certificate or willingness to acquire