Summer Environmental Internship: Field Ecology & Data

Atwell, LLC; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Atwell, LLC is offering an internship in Southfield, MI to support field data collection and environmental monitoring across wetlands, habitats, and water quality projects. You will assist with biological assessments and data entry, under supervision from project managers and technical specialists.

The role emphasizes learning established methodologies, safety protocols, and professional communication with clients and technicians, while gaining practical field experience with GPS and camera

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Natural Resources, Wildlife Management, Wildlife Biology, or a related field.
• Basic knowledge of native and invasive plant species identification.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel) and familiarity with file-sharing platforms.
• Basic GPS data collection skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with field data collection and environmental monitoring, including wetlands, habitats, wildlife, and water quality surveys.
• Support biological assessments, habitat evaluations, and species impact assessments under the guidance of project managers and technical specialists.
• Record, organize, and enter technical data; assist with data analysis and preparation of graphs and tables.
• Learn and follow established methodologies, protocols, and regulatory guidelines.
• Utilize GPS devices and digital cameras in fieldwork.
• Follow all Atwell safety protocols.

Skills

Field data collection

Excel

GPS data collection

Professional communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Natural Resources / Wildlife-related field

Tools

GPS devices

File-sharing platforms

Job description

Atwell, LLC is offering an internship in Southfield, MI to support field data collection and environmental monitoring across wetlands, habitats, and water quality projects. You will assist with biological assessments and data entry, under supervision from project managers and technical specialists.

The role emphasizes learning established methodologies, safety protocols, and professional communication with clients and technicians, while gaining practical field experience with GPS and camera