What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fish and Feathers Internship Program position at Environment for the Americas?
Internship Opportunity: Fish and Feathers Program
Fish and Feathers Internship Program seeks to engage young professionals in natural resource careers. The program is funded by the National Park Service (NPS) and administered by Environment for the Americas.
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About the Location:
Cape Cod National Seashore protects 40 miles of sandy ocean beach, marshes, ponds, and upland forests. Lighthouses, cultural landscapes, and buildings, along with wild cranberry bogs, offer a glimpse of Cape Cod's past. Recreational opportunities abound, including fishing, swimming, surfing, boating, hiking, biking, and wildlife viewing.
Fish and Feathers Internship Program seeks to engage young professionals in natural resource careers. The program is funded by the National Park Service (NPS) and administered by Environment for the Americas.
Key Responsibilities:
- Implement and lead community outreach programs that focus on fishing and birding activities.
- Create educational materials, such as social media posts, games, and signage, to provide visitors with information about fish and birds at NPS sites.
- Communicate regulations regarding fishing and ethical birding to participants.
- Establish or build upon fishing and birding programs at NPS sites.
- Manage and maintain program equipment.
Requirements:
- Able to hike and conduct field operations as part of a team or independently in an outdoor setting.
- Experience giving presentations and ability to learn new skills and transfer knowledge to participants.
- Interest in learning fishing regulations and bird identification for program development and implementation.
- Ability to learn methods employed in fish and wildlife management.
- Strong interpersonal, oral, listening, and written communication skills.
About the Location:
Cape Cod National Seashore protects 40 miles of sandy ocean beach, marshes, ponds, and upland forests. Lighthouses, cultural landscapes, and buildings, along with wild cranberry bogs, offer a glimpse of Cape Cod's past. Recreational opportunities abound, including fishing, swimming, surfing, boating, hiking, biking, and wildlife viewing.
