Ecological Trainee

The Wildlife Trusts; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 20,000; Full time

Job summary

An ecological organization in Dorchester is offering a 10-month Ecological Traineeship, supporting individuals interested in environmental conservation. Trainees will engage in ecological survey and monitoring across nature reserves, with guidance from experienced mentors. This opportunity includes a comprehensive training package and a bursary of £19,630 for a 28-hour work week. Ideal for those seeking to build a career in conservation, it starts on April 14th.

Qualifications

• No specific qualifications required, but a passion for environmental conservation is essential.
• Willingness to learn ecological survey techniques and data work.
• Interest in conservation and ecology.

Responsibilities

• Undertake ecological survey and monitoring work across nature reserves.
• Engage in GIS and data work.
• Work alongside mentors in the conservation sector.

Job description

Ecological Traineeship – Dorset Wildlife Trust

Dorset Wildlife Trust are happy to announce the opportunity of an ecological Dorset based traineeship.

This is a 10-month bursary supported traineeship, undertaking ecological survey and monitoring work across our nature reserves, along with GIS and data work. The traineeship will be based at our headquarters at Brooklands Farm.

Working alongside our Reserves Ecology Assistant as a mentor, the traineeships offer experience working in the conservation sector. This includes a comprehensive training package including qualifications in first aid, along with opportunities for training in ecological survey techniques. At the end of the 10 months, trainees are experienced in a wide range of ecology survey and monitoring techniques, GIS and data work.

Commencing on Tuesday 14th April our traineeship is an amazing opportunity for people wishing to pursue a career in environmental conservation.

This traineeship is made possible by a private donor for which we are extremely grateful for being able to provide this opportunity.

£19,630 for 28 hours a week (4 days). The placement is for 10 months duration.