Natural Resources Education Intern

Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa; Red Cliff (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

The Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa is offering a summer Natural Resources Education Intern position in Bayfield, WI. Two full-time, limited-term roles provide hands-on experience across fisheries, wildlife, and hatchery projects, with youth education collaboration and intern supervision duties.

Applicants must be an enrolled member of a Native American tribe, 18–25 years old, and possess a high school diploma at the start.

Qualifications

• Must be 18–25 years old.
• Must have a high school diploma at internship start.
• Enrolled in college/tech school to pursue 2- or 4-year degree, or recent grad (within 2 years) in natural resources, education, or related field.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Native American applicants only; preference for Red Cliff youth.

Responsibilities

• Assist with data entry as directed by wildlife biologists and fisheries staff.
• Plan simple natural resource educational outreach for youth at the Red Cliff Boys and Girls Club.
• Assist with wildlife trapping and monitoring efforts.
• Coordinate schedule of younger interns with Division staff.
• Assist with fisheries fieldwork such as fish stocking and PIT tag checks.
• Support cultural events like Language Camp and WolfCamp.
• Learn hatchery duties and produce a technical writing project.

Education

High school diploma

Enrolled in college or technical school pursuing 2- or 4-year degree or recent graduate (within 2 years) in natural resources, education, or related field

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION: Natural Resources Education Intern

LOCATION: Red Cliff Treaty Natural Resources Division, Fish Hatchery Office Bayfield, WI.

WAGE: $16.00-$17.00/hour, 40 hours per week. Two positions.

SUPERVISOR(S): Natural Resources Director, Wildlife Specialist

THIS IS A FULL-TIME LIMITED TERM NON-EXEMPT POSITION.

This is a summer internship being offered by the Red Cliff Treaty Natural Resources Division. The internship duration is expected to be 10-12 weeks, with a 40 hour per week schedule. Must be an enrolled member of a Native American tribe and at least 18 years old to apply. Approximate internship dates are June-August.

JOB SUMMARY: Assist with various Red Cliff Treaty Natural Resources Division projects, including fisheries, wildlife, and hatchery projects. Coordinate with the Red Cliff Boys and Girls Club to plan natural resource related lessons and workshops for youth club members. Assist with supervision and coordination of younger division interns.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assist with data entry as directed by the wildlife and fisheries biologists.
2. Work with wildlife specialist to plan simple natural resource educational outreach opportunities for elementary and middle school students at the Red Cliff Boys and Girls Club.
3. Assist with wildlife trapping and monitoring efforts
4. Work closely with staff across the Division to coordinate the schedule of younger youth interns
5. Assist with fisheries fieldwork, such as fish stocking, stream electro fishing, and checking PIT tag stations.
6. Assist with annual summer cultural events such as Language Camp and WolfCamp.
7. Learn hatchery duties, such as feeding fish, cleaning tanks, and clippingfins.
8. Develop an area of interest and produce a technical writing product, such as a report or grant proposal.
9. This is not an exhaustive list of the job duties, and some job duties may be assigned at the discretion of the supervisor.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: No direct supervisory authority. Some coordination of younger interns may be an expectation of this position.

KNOWLEDGE: No previous experience required. Some general knowledge about the natural resources field or experience working with youth is beneficial.

QUALIFICATIONS: We are looking for active, ambitious team members who are interested in learning more about Natural Resource careers. The ideal candidate will be responsible, dependable, and safe in the work environment.

1. Must be18-25years old
2. Must have a high school diploma at the time the internship begins
3. Enrolled in a college or technical school to pursue a 2-or4-year degree, or a recent graduate (within 2 years), in natural resources, education, or related field.
4. Valid driver’slicense

Native American applicants only. Preference will be given to Red Cliff youth, but other enrolled tribal members will be considered in the case of equally qualified candidates. Both male and female candidates are encouraged to apply!

PERSONAL CONTACTS: Daily contact with supervisor, Treaty Natural Resources staff, and community members.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Some field work may be arduous and require a certain level of fitness to accomplish. You must be able to be on your feet and walk on uneven terrain. Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Duties will occur on forest lands, in streams, on Lake Superior, and in the hatchery setting. Work will vary with some time devoted to an office and/or garage (workshop) setting.

TRAVELREQUIREMENTS: The crew will often travel together to field sites. Some vehicle travel is expected, though almost all travel will be within 2 hours of Red Cliff.

BEHAVIOR AND ATTITUDE: The vision, goals and objectives of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa requires that the employee performs in both a professional and personable manner. The manner in which the employee relates to fellow employees, customers and visitors is considered parallel in importance to technical knowledge and ability. Respect and consideration given to the dignity of each customer, visitor and fellow employee is a requisite of successful job performance. Any behavior or attitude that tarnishes the name or image of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa will be subject to immediate disciplinary action up to and including termination.

This job description is subject to change at employer’s discretion, after consultation with the employee.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:

Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa

Human Resources Department

88455 Pike Road

Bayfield, WI 54814

www.redcliff-nsn.gov

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The Red Cliff Tribal Council has a Drug Free Work Place Policy and adheres to the intent of the Drug Free Work Place Act. All new hires are subject to a drug test prior to starting.

All applicants for employment with the Red Cliff Tribe will be subject to the background investigation and other requirements of RCCL Chapter 43 and are under a continuing obligation to supplement this application for employment with information concerning any convictions that occur after commencement of employment with the Tribe.