Do you like working outside? Become a Vegetation Intern!
Help us monitor riparian restoration areas in the Skagit and Samish watersheds. Collect and analyze data about the ecological changes on restoration sites to help our restoration projects reach successes. Help us maintain and improve our native plant nursery! By weeding, watering, potting, updating structures and more you can help out restoration efforts by making sure the plants we use are healthy and happy. Inspire volunteers and make a difference for our local ecosystem while having a blast!
Internship Commitment
Full Season Commitment: June to September
Must be able to dedicate 7-8 hours per day, 3-4 days per week. Internship is 300 hours but will require some weekend involvement.
Required Vegetation Monitoring Training: June 8th 10:00am-3:00pm
Qualifications
Prefered background in:
- Environmental science and/or studies
- Biology
- Native plant horticulture
- Gardening
- Outdoor recreation
Must be able to identify native Pacific NW plants (or willing to learn), be able to work with volunteers, have transportation from office to field sites, be willing and able to work in all weathers on uneven terrain and lift 40+ pounds.
*Mileage reimbursed from Mt Vernon office to field sites
Interested?
Applications accepted March 4th to April 19th. Please send your resume and weekly availability to Kelsey Taylor at ktaylor@skagitfisheries.org
Visit www.skagitfisheries.org or call (360) 336-0172 for more information.