TO APPLY:  Application must be completed at:  https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en

Search for job posting # 00055965

HIRING CONTACT: Robert Baker, (936) 569-8547, Email: Robert.baker@tpwd.texas.gov

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Sam Houston National Forest WMA, 394 W FM 1375, New Waverly, TX  77358

Note: Bunkhouse style housing will be provided if needed.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under the direct supervision of the wildlife biologist for Alazan Bayou WMA, the Intern is responsible for assisting staff in all facets of Wildlife Management Area (WMA) operations.  Responsible for conducting general maintenance and development activities within the Pineywoods Ecosystem Project which includes Alabama Creek, Alazan Bayou, Angelina-Neches/Dam B, Bannister, Moore Plantation, North Toledo Bend, Sam Houston National Forest and Tony Houseman Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs).  Duties include, but are not limited to general maintenance to WMA buildings, public use facilities, fencing, roads, wildlife openings, wildlife water developments, assisting with wildlife surveys, research including handling live animals, and habitat management activities including prescribed burning, herbicide application, mowing, disking, etc.  Responsible for posting boundary signs on various Public Hunting Land units in East Texas.  Safely operates various types of vehicles including truck, ATV, boat, tractor/implements, and other equipment (including powered and non-powered hand-tools, compass, computers, and GPS).  Performs work activities under harsh field conditions in hot and humid environment such as marshes, swamps, thickets, and forests. These habitats are home to potentially dangerous wildlife including alligators, feral hogs, venomous snakes, and biting insects.

NOTE: As students, paid work experience reflected on your application may be limited.  Therefore, applicants are encouraged to include any additional educational, volunteer, civic/community engagement or life experiences that addresses the knowledge, skills and abilities reflected on this intern opportunity within the work experience section of the application.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Current enrollment as an undergraduate or graduate student in an accredited college or university or recent graduate with a bachelor’s degree or higher within the last 6 months.

Minimum of 18 completed semester credit hours from an accredited college or university at time of application.

Must have an overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 grade point scale or "Pass" on a Pass/Fail system.

Experience:

None required.

Licensure:

Must possess a valid state driver’s license.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Current undergraduate or graduate student in an accredited college or university enrolled in Wildlife Science or closely related Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program.

Experience:

Experience in wildlife and habitat management techniques.

Experience in safe equipment operation and maintenance (including but not limited to tractors and associated implements; ATVs/UTVs; four-wheel drive and off-road vehicles, etc.).

READ – IMPORTANT TRANSCRIPT REQUIREMENT:

A copy of a current college transcript, ISSUED FROM THE REGISTRAR with a signature and/or school watermark, must be attached to the application at time of submission. The transcript must show current GPA, credits, and current enrollment or recent graduation with a bachelor’s or higher degree. Graduation date must be December 2025 or more recent.

DEGREE PLANS OR GRADES FROM A STUDENT SELF-SERVICE PORTAL WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Omission of a transcript will be the basis for disqualification.