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TPWD - Intern I - II - III (Wildlife Conservation Program - Nongame and Rare Species/Botany Intern)

Capps
Austin, TX
Category Research
Job Description
Under the direction of the Botanist, the Intern assists in all facets of field data collection, data entry, and science products. The Intern reviews past and ongoing literature about Species of Greatest Conservation Need (SGCN) plants. Assists with data entry and/or research on SGCN plants and the development of conservation status assessments using the NatureServe methodologies. Fieldwork will focus on SGCN plants in the Pineywoods and Trans-Pecos Ecoregions. Performs field work activities under harsh field conditions in hot and/or humid climates with biting insects.

Requirements

  • Current enrollment as an undergraduate or graduate student in an accredited college or university or recent graduate with a bachelor’s degree or higher within the last 6 months.
  • Minimum of 18 completed semester credit hours from an accredited college or university at time of application.
  • Must have an overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 grade point scale or "Pass" on a Pass/Fail system.
  • Valid state driver’s license.
  • Experience in wildlife research and field biology techniques.
  • Familiarity with basic plant taxonomy.
  • Experience with data entry, databases and mapping systems.
  • Skill in use of standard office equipment and software.
  • Ability to communicate effectively.
  • Ability to interpret and apply agency policies and procedures.
  • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality in dealing with matters of significant consequences.

Benefits

  • Generous paid time off
  • Group insurance
  • Retirement and pension
  • Frequent training and staff development opportunities
  • Longevity pay
  • Merit pay
  • Deferred compensation
  • Flexible benefit plans
  • 401K/457 retirement plans
  • Direct deposit
  • Staggered work hours
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Return-to-Work Program
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