Attention college students!
The SCDNR Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division 2021 internship opportunities have been posted. Completed application packets must be submitted no later than October 29, 2021.
Descriptions of internships are included below. To apply, please visit:
Fisheries Management
https://www.dnr.sc.gov/admin/internshipsFF.html
Wildlife Management
https://www.dnr.sc.gov/admin/internshipsWFF.html
Fisheries Management Summer Internship Program
Number of Positions: 10-12
Location: Various locations in SC. Some potential sites are: Bonneau, Cheraw, Clemson, Columbia, Florence, Rock Hill, and Walhalla, SC. Lodging may be available at some sites. Lodging will not be available at all sites. No pets are allowed in housing areas.
Compensation: Intern will be paid $12/hour and will work 40 hours/week. Employee will have access to a vehicle to be used for work-related travel ONLY. A personal vehicle will be required for commuting and personal transportation.
Duration: Up to 12 weeks, mid-May to mid-August (start/end dates somewhat flexible) 2022.
Description: The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) seeks motivated individuals to participate in a 12-week freshwater fisheries management summer internship in the state. These internships are designed to give real-world experience in the freshwater fisheries field. The intern will assist SCDNR Freshwater Fisheries technicians and biologists with typical field duties. These duties likely will include, but are not limited to, electrofishing, gillnetting, fish propagation, fish stocking, creel surveys, fish passage assessment, habitat improvements, river and stream sampling, fish aging (otoliths), telemetry, hydroacoustics, water quality monitoring, outreach, boat and trailer maintenance. Not all tasks will be performed at every location.
Qualifications: Applicants must be working toward a degree in fisheries management or closely related field. Recently graduated individuals seeking field experience are also encouraged to apply. Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license, good driving record, and the ability to clearly and effectively communicate and work independently with little supervision.
Work often will be at remote sites and in harsh conditions. Additionally, knowledge of fisheries biology and management practices is helpful.
To Apply: Applicants need to submit a completed application, cover letter, resume, 2 references including full contact information, and an unofficial transcript. Electronic submission of application materials is preferred.
Visit SCDNR – SCDNR Intern Program – Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries to download application.
Please send completed application packet to:
Lynn Quattro
South Carolina Department of Natural Resources
P.O. Box 167
1000 Assembly Street
Columbia, SC 29202
803-734-9094
quattrol@dnr.sc.gov
Wildlife Management Summer Internship Program
Number of Positions: 12-14
Location: Various locations in SC. Some potential sites are: Bonneau, Clemson, Columbia, Florence, Georgetown, Green Pond, and McClellanville, SC. Lodging may be available at some sites. Lodging will not be available at all sites. No pets are allowed in housing areas.
Compensation: Interns will be paid $12/hour and will work 40 hours/week. Employees will have access to a vehicle to be used for work-related travel ONLY. A personal vehicle will be required for commuting and personal transportation.
Duration: 12 weeks, mid-May to mid-August (start/end dates somewhat flexible) 2022.
Description: The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) seeks motivated individuals to participate in a 12-week wildlife management summer internship in the state. These internships are designed to give real-world experience in the wildlife management field. The intern will assist SCDNR Wildlife Management Area and Heritage Preserve staff with wildlife management duties. These duties may include, but are not limited to, planting food plots and dove fields, herbicide application, prescribed burning, wildlife, and plant surveys (i.e., black bears, wild turkeys, fox squirrels, red-cockaded woodpeckers, rare plants), feral hog trapping, dove banding, GPS/GIS mapping projects, equipment setup and maintenance, and property maintenance (gates, signs, clean-up, etc.). Not all duties will be performed at all locations.
Qualifications: Applicants must be working toward a degree in wildlife management or a closely related field. Recently graduated individuals seeking field experience are also encouraged to apply. Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record. They will also need the ability to communicate clearly and effectively, and to work independently with little supervision.
Work often will be at remote sites and in harsh conditions. Additionally, knowledge of wildlife biology and management practices is helpful.
To Apply: Applicants need to submit a completed application, cover letter, resume, 2 references including full contact information, and an unofficial transcript by Oct. 29, 2021.
Visit SCDNR – SCDNR Intern Program – Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries to download the application.
Electronic submission of application materials is preferred.
Please send completed application packet to:
Willie E. Simmons, Jr.
South Carolina Department of Natural Resources
P.O. Box 167
Columbia, SC 29202
SimmonsW@dnr.sc.gov
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