SEASONAL FOREST FIRE INTERN

Ricouncil94; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 23,763 - 24,452; Full time

Job summary

A State Environmental Management Agency is seeking a Seasonal Forest Fire Intern to assist in the Forest Fire Program. The role involves manual and technical tasks, including equipment maintenance and wildfire risk assessments. Candidates should have a degree in Forestry or Ecology or equivalent experience. The job requires working outdoors in varying conditions and offers a pay rate of $17.25 to $17.75 per hour. This is a full-time seasonal position with a commitment of 35 hours per week, making it an ideal opportunity for those in relevant educational fields.

Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Must be 18 years of age to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering the Forest Fire Program.
• Perform manual and technical tasks including firehose testing.
• Conduct wildfire risk and hazard assessments.

Skills

Working knowledge of Microsoft Word

Working knowledge of Excel

Working knowledge of Outlook

Ability to work outdoors

Education

Degree in Forestry/Forest Management or similar

Equivalent field experience

Job description

SEASONAL FOREST FIRE INTERN page is loaded## SEASONAL FOREST FIRE INTERNlocations: Statewidetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 24 Days Agotime left to apply: End Date: November 20, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: JR101150# **Department**Department of Environmental Management# **Division**Clerical/Administrative Support/Data Entry# **Salary**$17.25 - $17.75# **Job Profile**JC-09340055-99 - Seasonal Forest Fire Intern (Non-Union Executive Branch)# **Scheduled Work Days & Work Hours****2026 Department of Environmental Management (DEM) SEASONAL PROGRAM** The State annually employs qualified responsible individuals in a variety of positions with the State's Parks, Beaches, Research Programs, and Administrative Offices during a specific limited period. Applicants will be considered for open seasonal positions based on their qualifications, availability, and willingness to travel to the assigned location (s). Many of the classifications have a three-step pay-grade. An employee in any of these classifications is paid at the first step during his or her first season. An employee returning to the same three-step classification for a second season is paid at the second step during that season. An employee to the same three-step classification for a third or subsequent session is paid at the third step during that season.# **Opening Date**February 12, 2026# **Closing Date**November 19, 2026# **Job Requisition Number**JR101150 SEASONAL FOREST FIRE INTERN (Evergreen) (Open)# **Pay Grade**C40229 G# **Classification**Seasonal Forest Fire Intern# **Class Definition**## Class DefinitionThe State is accepting online applications for available Seasonal Forest Fire Intern positions.## Illustrative Examples of Work PerformedAssist in delivering the Forest Fire Program to promote resilient landscapes and fire-adapted communities. This applicant will be required to assist fire staff with manual and technical tasks including, but not limited to, Firehose testing, cleaning and delivery/pickup; Fire equipment inventory and maintenance; Forest data collection, compilation, and recording; Conduct wildfire risk and hazard assessments. Training for required tasks as needed.## Required Qualifications for AppointmentDegree in Forestry/Forest Management, (Forest) Ecology, OR similar biological science, OR be currently enrolled in college and having had courses in those disciplines OR have equivalent field experience. Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Applicant must be able to work outdoors, often in varying weather and environmental conditions. This position requires a commitment of a 35-hour work week, occasionally on a weekend, from spring through the fall, with some flexibility with scheduled work hours and start/end dates.Must be 18 years of age to apply for this position.# **Supplemental Information**# **Benefits**For information regarding the benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits' website at .Also, be advised that a new provision in RI General Law 35-6-1 was enacted requiring direct deposit for all employees. Specific to new hires, the law requires that all employees hired after September 30, 2014 participate in direct deposit. Accordingly, any employee hired after this date will be required to participate in the direct deposit system. At the time the employee is hired, the employee shall identify a financial institution that will serve as a personal depository agency for the employee.### WELCOME TO THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND JOB OPPORTUNITIES APPLICATION WEBSITE**The State of Rhode Island is committed to providing fundamental services to all Rhode Islanders. Join our team and enjoy the benefits of providing public service with purpose and impact.**