Internship Invasive Plant Management Internship
Job Description
Title: Invasive Plant Management Individual Placement
Positions: 5 internships available
Location: Based out of Washington, DC and surrounding areas
Start Date: February 14th, 2022 – November 3rd, 2022
Estimated End Date: 38 weeks following start date
Status: This is an AmeriCorps National Service position.
Questions? Contact AC***********@co****************.org
The Invasive Plant Management Team (IPMT) Individual Placement is based in Washington, D.C. working directly with the National Capital Region of the National Park Service. This 10-month AmeriCorps position will serve as a member of the IPMT, focusing on control of invasive plant species using mechanical and chemical control methods which include but are not limited to herbicide application via backpack sprayers and gas operated tank sprayers, chainsaws, brush cutters, hand saws, pruners and loppers. In addition, the IPs will be trained on overall resource management, encouraged to attend NPS-sponsored trainings, and to take part in the activities of other resource programs.
Benefits:
- $530/week living stipend, paid bi-weekly
- $4,441.50 AmeriCorps Segal Education Award upon successful completion of 1200 hour service term (award amount varies based on length of commitment and can be used for paying off federal student loans or paying tuition for a Title IV accredited college)
- Eligibility for the Public Land Corps Hiring Authority upon successful completion – noncompetitive hiring status for two years when applying for federal positions.
- Possible student loan forbearance
- Member Assistance Program– 3 free sessions of support with a counseling or work-life balance specialist
- Uniform shirts and other necessary safety equipment is provided
- $50 reimbursement for work boots with receipt
- On-the-job training
- Additional subject-specific certifications and trainings may be offered (Chainsaw training, )
- Depending upon the academic institution and program, Crew Member positions may fulfill internship requirements
- Professional development opportunities (mentorship, resume support, alumni listserv, etc.) and exposure to natural resource career paths
How to Apply
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