Dept of Environmental Conservation
625 BroadwayAlbany , NY 12233
Division/Unit: Fish & Wildlife
Freshwater Fisheries Outreach Assistant (ID: 105166) for Summer 2017
Agency/Facility
Albany , NY 12233
Proposal Information
Description:
Primary duties involve assisting staff in conducting fishing clinics in and around Capital District region. This position involves travel, working outside the traditional hours, as well as on weekends.
Candidate should have basic knowledge of freshwater fishing concepts (casting, baiting hooks, etc.) and aquatic ecology, including freshwater fish identification, is required. Candidate should be enthusiastic, comfortable with public speaking and working with people of all ages and abilities.
Skills:
freshwater fishing concepts
aquatic ecology
freshwater fish identification
public speaking
working with people of all ages
Internship Areas: Communications/Public Relations, Education, Environmental Conservation, Scientific Research
Logistical Information
Payment? Unpaid
Number of Hours: 20 - 30
Location: Albany
Number of Interns Needed: 2
Desired Candidate Profile
Preferred Standing Senior
Minimum Standing: Sophomore
Degree Concentrations: Education Studies, Environmental Studies, Natural Science, Physical Science, Recreational Studies