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Show me jobs like this one| Job Ref: | 39376 |
| Employer: |
Nature Conservancy. |
| State/Province: | Minnesota |
| Type of Employment: | Full Time |
| Environmental Categories: | Conservation |
| Job Description: |
OFFICE LOCATION OFFICE LOCATION This position is located in Cushing, Minnesota. ABOUT US ABOUT US The Nature Conservancy is the world’s leading conservation organization, working in all 50 states and more than 33 countries. Founded in 1951, the mission of The Nature Conservancy is to preserve the plants, animals and natural communities that represent the diversity of life on Earth by protecting the lands and waters they need to survive. Our Diversity Internship Program is in its 4 th year and we’re thrilled to watch itgrow! Come be a part of this exciting internship program where you can participate in various internships that match your interests, and work in places from Arlington, VA to Hawaii! ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The Grassland Restoration Intern will travel throughout the Prairie Forest Border Ecoregion in central and southeast Minnesota participating in preserve management activities which may include some or all of the following functions:
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ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION AUTO SAFETY POLICY This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with the Conservancy's Auto Safety Program. Employees may not drive Conservancy-owned/leased vehicles, rental cars, or personal vehicles on behalf of the Conservancy if considered "high risk drivers." Please see further details in the Auto Safety Program document available at www.nature.org/careers. Employment in this position will be contingent upon completion of a Vehicle Use Agreement, which may include a review of the prospective employee's motor vehicle record. ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION This is an excellent opportunity to understand the value of a functioning native prairie. The work is hard but fun. The people who will work with the interns are dedicated to prairie protection, enhancement and restoration and will help the interns appreciate this outstanding resource. The skills developed on this job can be applied to restoration of other habitat types. This job travels around the Central and Southeastern parts of Minnesota so the interns will see several preserves ranging from Tallgrass Prairies to Savannas to Sand Prairies. They will learn about a variety of plant communities, and the animals and birds that live there. They will also learn about the geography and culture of Minnesota. COMMUNICATIONS/INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS:
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT: The Grassland Restoration Intern may work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances. These conditions may:
BENEFITS BENEFITS The Nature Conservancy offers competitive compensation, excellent benefits, flexible work policies and a collaborative work environment. We also provide professional development opportunities and promote from within. As a result, you will find a culture that supports and inspires conservation achievement and personal development, both within the workplace and beyond. HOW TO APPLY HOW TO APPLY To apply to position number 39376, submit resume and cover letter as one document. A resume and cover letter are required to be considered for the position. Your cover letter must include the following information: 1) Why is diversity and inclusiveness important to you? 2) What qualifications or credentials can you bring to this position? All applications must be submitted in the system prior to 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on December 19, 2011. Failure to complete all of the required fields may result in your application being disqualified from consideration. The information entered in the education and work experience sections are auto screened by the system based on the basic qualifications of the position. You must click submit to apply for the position. Click save if you want to be able to return to your application and submit it later. Once submitted, applications cannot be revised or edited. EOE STATEMENT EOE STATEMENT The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. |
| Post Date: | 10/03/2011 |
