Employment

Natural Resources Intern

HOURS:
An intern is needed from mid-April (or as soon thereafter as possible) through late August (with option to work later into the fall)
Initial work hours are flexible, but must be full-time (40 hours per week, Monday through Friday) during the summer months.

SALARY:
$17.00 per hour

APPLICATION:
Send resume by email to matt.doneux@rwmwd.org
or by regular mail to Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed District
2665 Noel Drive, Little Canada, MN 55117, by March 4, 2022.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:
1. Restoration Ecology: (70%) The intern will be involved in seeding, planting and weed control in natural and created wetlands, uplands and shoreland areas. Throughout the growing season over twenty sites will be maintained, which includes invasive species control by hand weeding, herbicide application, bloom cutting, watering of new plantings, and the evaluation of plant establishment. The intern will occasionally work with students and others on planting and maintenance projects.
2. Carp Management: (20%) The intern will assist with the implementation of field management techniques. Assistance will be provided to District common carp management project as needed.
3. Biological Monitoring: (10%) The intern will assist in the collection of biological and physical/chemical data in selected District wetlands and lakes.

NECESSARY SKILLS:
1. Be able to identify common upland and wetland plant species
2. In the field, work in a group or alone controlling invasive plants, possibly under extreme conditions (e.g., cold, rain and heat)
3. Monitor carp and assist with netting and removal with occasional night and weekend netting.
4. Monitor and collect plant specimens in the field and process data in the office
5. Work well in a team setting and be able to effectively communicate the concept of invasive plant control to the public
6. Be diligent in the collection of data, and be exact in sample processing and record keeping
7. Must be willing to use own vehicle periodically; the District will pay for mileage.
8. Requires frequent lifting of items weighing up to 50 pounds and walking in rough terrain. Individual must provide their own clothing, rain gear, boots, etc.

Communications Intern

Gain valuable experience crafting messaging for a wide, diverse regional audience while providing needed communications services for our watershed district located in the eastern Twin Cities metro area. Assist the Communications and Outreach Coordinator in generating written and visual creative content for social media, website, and other channels as needed. Event planning and coordination support will also be a part of the internship experience. This role allows interns to draft and deliver their own campaign to a large, regional audience on a water-focused topic. Training for video editing and photography is provided.

Timeframe and hours: 20- 32 hours per week between May 31st and Labor Day, with potential for part-time, flexible hours before and after this timeframe. Interns who can start before May 31st are preferred. Occasional weekends and evenings may be required. Work may conducted remotely during Coronavirus restrictions.

Preferred skills:

· Students with college coursework in mass communication, journalism or related field preferred.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Multilingual a plus.

· Skill or interest in photography and videography.

· Basic knowledge of outdoor recreation and environmental/conservation issues.

· Ability to work independently and in a team setting.

· Good organizational skills and attention to detail.

· Interns must have access to a personal vehicle for daily use. Some travel within the District is required. Mileage will be reimbursed at the federal rate.

· Must be comfortable with periodic work in an outdoor setting, primarily in public parks or urban nature preserves

· Must have proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office software. Experience with Adobe Creative Suite is preferred, but not required.

To Apply: Send resume and two examples of your writing, preferably articles or social media posts, to lauren.hazenson@rwmwd.org

If you are interested in a position not currently listed, you may send your resume by email to office@rwmwd.org or by regular mail: 2665 Noel Drive, Little Canada, MN 55117 . We will keep it on file for one year and consider you if openings become available during that period.

Thank you for your interest in working with us.

The RWMWD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, familial status or disability in employment or the provision of services.
The RWMWD does not discriminate on the basis of handicapped status in the admission or access to or treatment of or employment in, its programs or activities. It is the policy of the RWMWD to provide reasonable accommodations to known physical and mental limitations of qualified handicapped applicants and employees in order for to perform the essential functions of the job in question.
The RWMWD is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer.