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Karner Blue Butterfly Monitoring Internship (ID: 108168) for Summer 2020

Agency/Facility

Dept of Environmental Conservation

State Route 50
Wilton , NY 12831
E-Mail: kathleen.obrien@dec.ny.gov

Division/Unit: Fish and Wildlife/Wildlife

 

Web Site: www.dec.ny.gov(New Window)

 

School Affiliation

SUNY ESF, SUNY Cobleskill


Proposal Information

Description:

Survey Saratoga Sandplains Wildlife Management Area in Saratoga County for Karner blue butterflies under the supervision of wildlife biologists and fish and wildlife technicians. Preferred start date: 5/11/20. End date: 8/10/20.

Must demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position.
Must be able to negotiate difficult terrain.
Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions.

 

Skills:

Data entry skills

Experience with Access or Excel

Able to visually identify butterflies

 

Internship Areas: Environmental Conservation

Logistical Information

Payment? Paid

Number of Hours: 30 or more

Location: Saratoga

Number of Interns Needed: 3

Desired Candidate Profile

Preferred Standing Junior

Minimum Standing: Junior

Degree Concentrations: Environmental Studies, Natural Science