Environmental Restoration Intern: Field Lead & Training

Northern Kentucky University; Cold Spring (KY); On-site; USD 13,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Northern Kentucky University invites motivated individuals to join CER field teams as Environmental Specialists. Interns will support restoration projects in protected northern Kentucky areas, contributing to field and office tasks with training provided.

The role emphasizes leadership, technical skill growth, and collaborative work with professionals. Internships run three months, with extensions possible up to a year.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Able to work outside in all weather conditions for long hours.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Willingness to work with herbicides.

Responsibilities

• Assist CER staff on environmental restoration projects in northern Kentucky.
• Lead small invasive plant removal crews and assist with herbicide records.
• Support field activities: stream and macroinvertebrate assessments, erosion control, and conservation tasks.
• Prepare plans and monitoring reports under CER supervision and present them to regulators.

Skills

ArcPro

ArcOnline

Tools

Bobcat track loader

excavator

herbicide handling

Job description

Northern Kentucky University invites motivated individuals to join CER field teams as Environmental Specialists. Interns will support restoration projects in protected northern Kentucky areas, contributing to field and office tasks with training provided.

The role emphasizes leadership, technical skill growth, and collaborative work with professionals. Internships run three months, with extensions possible up to a year.