Summer Botanical Illustration Intern

CalBG & Bert & Rocky; Claremont (CA); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Job summary

An ecological organization in Claremont is offering a Botanical Illustration Internship for summer 2026. The intern will gain hands-on experience in creating illustrations of plant species, crucial for conservation research and education. This position provides access to vital collections and encourages participation in additional internship activities. Candidates should have illustration experience and a preferred background in botany or biology. This is a temporary, full-time, on-site role paying $20/hour for 40 hours a week over 10 weeks.

Qualifications

• Some experience in illustration.
• Training in botany or biology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create illustrations for publications of plant species new to science.
• Illustrate rare plant species central to conservation research.
• Work on trait evolution and educational outreach projects.

Skills

Illustration

Botany knowledge

Job description

An ecological organization in Claremont is offering a Botanical Illustration Internship for summer 2026. The intern will gain hands-on experience in creating illustrations of plant species, crucial for conservation research and education. This position provides access to vital collections and encourages participation in additional internship activities. Candidates should have illustration experience and a preferred background in botany or biology. This is a temporary, full-time, on-site role paying $20/hour for 40 hours a week over 10 weeks.