Intern - Habitat Management (Summer)

South Dakota State Government; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

South Dakota State Government, Department of Game, Fish & Parks, is seeking a Habitat Management Intern for a summer session in Rapid City, SD. The role supports habitat program staff, helps develop and maintain wildlife habitats, and provides learning opportunities through seminars and field work.

The intern will potentially lead projects, travel across western SD, and must obtain a SD Commercial Applicator's license after hire; a valid driver’s license is required and field labor is expected.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled as a part-time or full-time student at a college, university, or technical institute at the time of application.
• Preference may be given to juniors/seniors, SD residents, and students of SD institutions.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance to habitat program staff in Region 1 to aid in developing and maintaining habitat for wildlife species and increased hunting opportunities.
• Learn habitat management techniques through seminars and on-the-ground activities; may lead projects and travel across the western half of the state.

Skills

Student status

Job description

Session: Summer (May - August)

Position Title: Habitat ManagementIntern

Hiring Manager: Tyrel Schmelz

Agency: Department of Game, Fish & Parks

Location: Rapid City, SD

Minimum Salary: $19.09/hr

*APPLICANT MUST BE A CURRENT PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME STUDENT (MINIMUM OF 6 CREDIT HOURS) IN UPCOMING SEMESTER OR IN THE IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING SEMESTER.

Position Description:

Provide technical assistance to habitat program staff in Region 1 to aid in developing, improving and maintaining habitat for the enhancement of wildlife species and increased hunter and recreation opportunities on state-owned and managed property. This intern position will be provided the opportunity to learn key habitat management techniques through 'classroom-style' seminars as well as on the ground activities. These duties and seminar topics represent critical parts of an effective habitat management program.

Additional responsibility as project lead may be given based on intern's abilities and skills. This position's duty area covers the western half of the state, so extensive travel may be necessary, occasionally with overnight stays. A valid driver's license is required. Must be able to perform strenuous physical labor and be willing to work outdoors in extreme and variable weather conditions. Upon employment, intern must obtain a SD Commercial Applicator's license in categories G, 1A, 7 and 12. Training in the safe use of ATV/UTVs will be provided.

Qualifications:

Applicant must be enrolled as a part-time/full-time student at a college, university, or technical institute at the time they apply. By the start of the internship, the student should have completed one year (nine months) of their chosen program.

All students are encouraged to apply, but preference may be given to applicants with a standing of junior/senior, South Dakota residents, and students of South Dakota institutions.

*Positions can be filled prior to the closing date.*

'An Equal Opportunity Employer'

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