[Sust-mar] Conservation Interns, full time paid, Nova Scotia

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INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY

Position: Shell Conservation Interns, full time paid, 16 week internship
Organization: Nature Conservancy of Canada http://www.natureconservancy.ca
Location: Dartmouth and various locations, Nova Scotia

SHELL CONSERVATION INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

The Shell Conservation Internship Program is a partnership initiative between the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) and Shell Canada Limited to provide university/college students with practical experience in the conservation field. Launched in 2002, the Shell Conservation Internship Program will, in 2012, engage students from across Canada in stewardship and management work on NCC properties, and in other career-related activities that advance the work of NCC. This partnership builds on the successful history of Shell Canada and NCC working together over the past 29 years to conserve many of our country's most important natural places.

REGION: Atlantic (Nova Scotia)
POSITION TITLE: Nova Scotia Stewardship Field Intern
NO. OF POSITIONS: 1

Specific Responsibilities

• Complete inventories of plants, animals, communities, physical features and anthropogenic influences on NCC sites in Nova Scotia;
• Complete monitoring of Nova Scotia properties where NCC owns lands or holds conservation easements;
• Map property features and community and rare plant locations as well as incidental wildlife observations;
• Assist with the coordination and delivery of Conservation Volunteer events and stewardship volunteer activities;
• Prepare baseline reports and/or management plans for properties including field data collection, data entry and ongoing organization of information;
• Assist the Nova Scotia Stewardship Coordinator with ongoing stewardship activities as needed.

Skills and Abilities

This posting is targeted to students possessing the following skills:
• University students entering 3rd or 4th year or recent graduates with a biology, forestry or environmental studies degree or equivalent experience;
• Demonstrated interest in natural history and land conservation;
Demonstrated excellent flora and fauna (birds) identification skills for Nova Scotia and the ability to key out unknown species;
• Experience working outdoors in various terrain and under various weather conditions;
• Backcountry camping experience;
Navigation experience and skills using map and compass, and GPS.
• Ability to work independently, be self motivated, and display superior time management skills, as well as the ability to meet deadlines;
• Familiarity with common computer software (Microsoft Office Suite)
• Experience with Geographic Information Systems an asset.
• Excellent writing and organization skills;
• Strong communication skills, including ability to interact with the public to convey a conservation message;
• Wilderness or Standard First Aid Training
• Valid Driver's License, with own car or ability to rent a car (mut be at least 21 years of age to rent).

Terms of Employment

• This is a full-time 16-week (May-August) position. Wage is $15.50/hour ($542.50/week).
Terms of Employment
• This position is based in Dartmouth, NS, but requires the ability to travel throughout Nova Scotia to NCC sites with frequent overnights and some weekend work. Travel expenses will be reimbursed.
Terms of Employment
• Preference may be given to Co-op students

Applications

Interested applicants should forward their cover letter and resume as one pdf document to:

Marla Bojarski
Stewardship Coordinator-NS
Atlantic Region
The Nature Conservancy of Canada

Reference position title: "ATL-NS Stewardship"
Closing date: February 24, 2012
email: atlantic at natureconservancy.ca

NCC is a non-profit, non-advocacy organization that takes a business-like approach to preserving Canada's natural heritage. Our focus is on conservation through private action, and we have a strong track record of partnering with individuals, corporations, community groups, conservation groups and government bodies to create win-win solutions that benefit nature.

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