Part-Time, Environmental Stewardship Internship •

Category : : Part-Time Hourly

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Department : : Science & Engineering

Locations : : North Branch, NJ

Posted : : Nov 12, 2024

Closes : : Open Until Filled

Type : : PT No Benefits

Ref. No. : : PT Environmental Stewardship

Position ID : : 182973

About Raritan Valley Community College :

Ranked by WalletHub.com and Intelligent.com as the #1 community college in New Jersey, Raritan Valley Community College has been serving as an academic and cultural center for Somerset and Hunterdon County residents for over 50 years. The College has been nationally recognized for its service to the community, environmental stewardship, and commitment to diversity. It is home to a Planetarium, Science Education Institute and 3M Observatory; a Theatre offering professional performances for all ages; and an Honors College for high achieving students.

The College offers more than 90 associate degrees and certificates, as well as career training and professional development courses. RVCC is located at 118 Lamington Road in Branchburg, NJ. For further information, visit www.raritanval.edu.

Job Description :

Raritan Valley Community College is currently accepting applications for a Part-Time Environmental Stewardship Internship.

The Center for Environmental Studies (CES) at Raritan Valley Community College is looking for seasonal interns to assist with various activities related to environmental stewardship on campus and on public open space in New Jersey. Interns will primarily assist with the installation and maintenance of deer exclosures, removal of invasive plant species, tree planting, trail mapping and maintenance, native plant propagation and greenhouse work, and collection of monitoring data. Participation in related activities with other projects at the CES may be available depending upon intern interest and abilities.

Requirements :

Must be a current RVCC student in good academic standing or a recent graduate.

Interest and / or experience in ecology / conservation field work.

Physical ability to perform manual labor outdoors under varying weather conditions for 6-8 hours / day.

Must have personal transportation and be willing to drive up to 1-2 hours to field sites, as needed.

Plant and / or animal identification skills.

Interpersonal communication skills (written and oral).

Ability to work independently and in teams.

Preferred Qualifications :

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically in Microsoft Excel.

Application Instructions :

As a New Jersey First Act Employer, new employees must establish a primary residence in New Jersey within one year unless an exemption applies.

For consideration of one of the above positions, please submit your cover letter and resume by clicking the "apply now" button. RVCC's starting rate is commensurate with educational qualifications and experience.

We regret that we are unable to respond to each and every resume received. Only those candidates of interest will be contacted directly.