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Careers in the Plant SciencesTree Conservation InternThe American Chestnut Foundation - Meadowview, Virginia, United States of America
Position Title:
Tree Conservation Intern
Position Type:
Temporary Position
Application Review Begins:
Saturday, December 21, 2024
Application Deadline:
Friday, January 24, 2025
Institution:
The American Chestnut Foundation
Department/Division:
Meadowview Research Farms
Field (e.g., systematics):
City:
Meadowview, Virginia, United States of America
General Information:
The American Chestnut Foundation (TACF) is a nonprofit conservation, education, and scientific organization with one of the most ambitious rescue missions in the natural world–to save a beloved tree species from extinction. Founded in 1983 and based in Asheville, NC, TACF and its 16 state chapters are working to restore the American chestnut tree to eastern forests.
Qualifications/Requirements:
Skills Required
Comfortable working outdoors daily in variable weather conditions Adaptable and self-motivated Strong communication skills Highly organized Preferred Skills Interest in forest conservation and American chestnut restoration Familiarity with gardening and working outdoors Creative and able to execute on ideas and projects Proficient at Data Collection Anticipated Skill Development The Intern will better understand chestnut and eastern forests ecology as well as tree breeding, the chestnut blight, and the importance of the history and future of the American Chestnut. The intern will gain a deeper understanding of working in a non-profit organization and participate in the ever-evolving nature of the work. They will gain skills in nursery operations, landscape management, and tree breeding techniques. Transportation Requirement Yes, the Intern is required to have a reliable method of personal transportation. Physical Demands Able to lift up to 50lbs Comfortable with standing and walking for extended periods of time, sometimes on uneven surfaces Comfortable with being exposed to long periods of direct sunlight and summertime heat
Responsibilities:
Position Details
The Tree Conservation Intern will support Meadowview Research Farms in the continued management and improvement of chestnut orchards and conducting science that adds to the mission of TACF. The intern will have the opportunity to participate in activities including, but not limited to, pollination, data collection, land management, and seedling management including Integrated Pest Management strategies and irrigation/fertilization. Interns will receive a stipend based on an hourly rate of $15-18/hr, depending on experience. Housing (10-minute drive from internship site) is provided. Internship runs from mid-May through mid-July for approximately 10 weeks with exact dates to be decided upon job offer. Expected Project Deliverables The Intern is expected to work 32-40 hours/week for 10 weeks. During the first 2 weeks of the internship, the Intern will design an individual project based on their personal interests or skills that supports The American Chestnut Foundation’s mission. At the completion of the internship, the intern will present to their supervisor and other team members their project and findings over the 10 weeks, including suggestions for further development of their project. Name of Advisor Ciera Wilbur, Nursery Manager Advisor Location Meadowview Research Farms, Meadowview, VA
Application Instructions (submission methods, etc.):
Apply at the weblink provided below.
Compensation Range:
$15-18/hr
Contact Name:
Ciera Wilbur, ciera.wilbur@tacf.org
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