Forestry Technician Internship

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia invites applications for a Forestry Technician Internship in the Athens area. This employee internship spans approximately 13 weeks, from mid‑May to mid‑August, with a 40‑hour workweek and a start date of 05/13/2026.

Primary duties include collecting baseline forest habitat data and timber cruising to enhance wildlife habitat. Duties also involve timber sale administration, invasive plant control, and monitoring wildlife/habitat responses to treatments.

Qualifications

• Forestry students with an interest in habitat.
• Basic knowledge of dendrology, forest mensuration, and silviculture preferred.
• Wildlife students with an understanding of forest ecology and management encouraged.
• Ability to drive and work outdoors under varied conditions.

Responsibilities

• Collect baseline forest habitat data.
• Cruise and mark timber for wildlife habitat enhancement.
• Assist with timber sale administration.
• Invasive plant control and monitoring wildlife/habitat responses to treatments.
• Other wildlife management activities as required by refuge needs and objectives.
• Physical work at refuges and computer work as needed.

Skills

Dendrology

Forest mensuration

Silviculture

Wildlife ecology

Outdoor work ability

Education

Forestry student or recent graduate

Job description

Forestry Technician Internship

Employment type: Employee. Anticipated start date: 05/13/2026. Location: Athens Area, Southeast Region National Wildlife Refuges. Duration: approximately 13 weeks from mid‑May to mid‑August. Full‑time 40 hours per week.

Position Summary

Positions are located on various National Wildlife Refuges in the Southeast region (e.g., Carolina Sandhills NWR in McBee SC, St. Marks NWR FL, Okeefenokee NWR GA, Piedmont NWR GA, Lower Suwanee NWR FL, Noxubee NWR MS, Clarks River KY). Primary duties include collecting baseline forest habitat data, cruising and marking timber to enhance wildlife habitat, and assisting with timber sale administration. Duties may also involve invasive plant control, monitoring wildlife and habitat responses to forest management treatments, and other wildlife management activities as required by refuge needs and objectives. Students may be eligible for internship credit through an agreement or practicum.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Physical work at refuges (80% of time).
• Computer work (20% of time).
• Collect baseline forest habitat data.
• Cruise and mark timber for wildlife habitat enhancement.
• Assist with timber sale administration.
• Invasive plant control and monitoring of wildlife/habitat responses to treatments.
• Other wildlife management activities as required by refuge needs and objectives.

Qualifications

• Forestry students (undergraduate, graduate, or recent graduates) with an interest in habitat.
• Basic knowledge of dendrology, forest mensuration, and silviculture preferred.
• Wildlife students with an understanding of forest ecology and management encouraged.
• Ability to drive and work outdoors under varied conditions.

Physical Demands

Driving, computer work, and outdoor physical work as needed at refuges. Candidates must be able to perform the physical tasks required for the position.

EEO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with accessibility of materials are encouraged to contact Central HR at [e-mail].

Recruitment Contact

Name: Vanessa Terrell
Email: [e-mail]