The Land Alliance’s William C. and Joyce C. O’Neil Conservation Steward program delivers valuable conservation-related experiences to qualified college students interested in building a career in the protection of our natural resources.

Working with Darcy McDowell, the Associate Director of Stewardship, interns will be responsible for:

• Monitoring and removal of invasive plants
• Maintaining plantings as part of habitat restoration projects
• Trail maintenance and trail building
• Monitoring flora and fauna within the preserves owned by the land alliance.
• Leading educational nature walks and program
• Working with volunteers and staff in preserve management project

Required Competencies:

• Commitment to environmental conservation
• Comfortable being outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
• Comfortable working both independently and with a team
• Research, communication and writing skills
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• The ability to get to and between job sites is a must!

Preferred Competencies:

• Ability to identify local flora/fauna species
• Experience with gardening/plant care
• Experience managing invasive plants
• Interest/Experience leading educational programs

Start Date: End of May/Beginning of June

Hours: 32 hours per week/ 10-11 weeks 

Pay: $17.90 an hour