Virtual Restoration Internship with Tahoe National Forest

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MobilizeGreen is an organization committed to diversity. Women, people of color, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, military veterans, and members of other historically disenfranchised groups are encouraged to apply.

MobilizeGreen seeks conservation-minded Restoration and Revegetation Intern to serve 8 weeks in supporting the Tahoe National Forest of the USDA Forest Service. As a Restoration and Revegetation Intern, you will support the Tahoe National Forest’s efforts to provide informational products to internal and external project leads to help better restore the landscape. At the end of the internship, the Intern will have developed local guidance on revegetation recommendations that incorporate the latest scientific knowledge and guidance on climate change, pollinators, and genetic diversity.

The Virtual Intern Program is designed for current/recent graduates and new professionals to launch their natural and cultural resources careers. The Virtual Intern will receive hands-on learning experience, mentorship, and coaching to complete mission-critical work while developing leadership, critical thinking, and strategic communication skills.

Location: Works remotely from anywhere. The position is Virtual with work based on Pacific Time (PT).

Term: 8 weeks, starting May 16, 2022; Full Time/40 hours per week

Benefits:

• $600 per week living allowance (stipend)
• Mentorship for career and professional development
• Hands on learning and job training experience
• Priority placement for future career pathways internships

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Synthesis current research and guidance related to revegetation
• Develop revegetation guidelines for the local unit
• Prepare written reports regarding revegetation methods and practices

Seeking Skills and Experience In One or More of the Following:

• Restoration and Revegetation
• Science communications & writing
• Natural resource management
• Biological Sciences
• Environmental Science
• Botany, Ecology, or similar

Tools:

• Presentation Program (Microsoft PowerPoint, Google Slides, etc.)
• Reliable Internet access

Qualifications:

• Meets above skills and experiences
• Ability to work remotely and as a team player
• Ability to pass relevant background check