What are the responsibilities and job description for the Natural Resources Specialist Internship position at Zintellect?
The U.S. Army Environmental Command (AEC) is offering an undergraduate/post Bachelor's internship at Fort Drum, New York.
What will I be doing?
As an ORISE participant and under the guidance of a mentor, you will be a part of wide array of tasks pertaining to natural resource management – primarily forest management, but also wildlife, recreation, and environmental outreach on Fort Drum. You may also have the opportunity to develop and carry out small-scale projects depending on your interests.
Why should I apply?
As an ORISE participant you will have the opportunity to hone your skills as well as develop new skills by engaging in a wide array of projects pertaining to natural resource management on a military installation. In addition, you will be exposed to day-to-day activities and special projects. Maybe more importantly, you will be included in meetings to understand how management decisions are made.
Where will I be located? Watertown, New York
What is the anticipated start date?
Exact start dates will be determined at the time of selection and in coordination with the selected candidate, the preferred start date is spring 2024 (March preferably). Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis and internships will be filled as qualified candidates are identified.
What is the appointment length?
This appointment is a nine-month research appointment, with the possibility to be renewed for additional research periods. Appointments may be extended depending on funding availability, project assignment, program rules, and availability of the participant.
What are the benefits?
You will receive a stipend to be determined by USACE. Stipends are typically based on a participant’s academic standing, discipline, experience, and research facility location. Other benefits may include the following:
- Health Insurance Supplement (Participants are eligible to purchase health insurance through ORISE)
- Training and Travel Allowance
About USACE
Fort Drum is a 108,000 acre US Army installation in northern New York--approximately 80 miles north of Syracuse, 30 miles from Canada, and between Lake Ontario and the Adirondacks. Fort Drum is managed by a professional natural resources staff which is concerned with forests and grasslands, invasive plants, endangered species, wetlands, fish/wildlife management, human-wildlife conflict, recreation, and outreach. For information about Fort Drum, its natural resources, and recreational opportunities, see https://fortdrum.isportsman.net/.
About ORISE
This program, administered by Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE), was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and DoD. Participants do not enter into an employee/employer relationship with ORISE, ORAU, DoD or any other office or agency. Instead, you will be affiliated with ORISE for the administration of the appointment through the ORISE appointment letter and Terms of Appointment. Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. Health insurance can be obtained through ORISE. For more information, visit the ORISE Research Participation Program at the U.S. Department of Defense.
