Expense Paid Internships at the Student Conservation Association
The Student Conservation Association
CONSERVATION BEGINS HERE
US Fish & Wildlife Service Diversity Program
12 Week Expense Paid Internship – Summer 2011
Gain “real world” expertise in conservation science and administration through research, resource management and communications projects
The Student Conservation Association (SCA) had partnered with the US Fish and Wildlife Service to provide over 60 internships for ethically and culturally diverse college students. They take place in US Fish and Wildlife Refuges located in the northeast, southeast and upper midwest. The SCA is the nation’s leading provider of expense-paid internships. Founded in 1957, SCA members protect and restore public lands across the country.
Benefits:
- Housing
- $400 per week living allowance
- Week-long training session
- Travel expenses to and from sites
- AmeriCorps Education Award
Eligibility:
- US citizen
- Full time student 2011-12
- Available June 1 to August 24, 2011
Available Postitions:
Specific positions for 2011 are available upon request. The focus is on biology, resource management, and visitor services.
Email a resume, cover letter and three references to [email protected]. Use “Fish and Wildlife” in the subject line.
Check out all our internships at www.thesca.org/internships