Become part of Hawaii’s conservation story

Duties includes assistance in coordinating TMA Student Education Programs (field and classroom based), Community Events (fairs, parades, open houses), Teacher Education Program (workshops), and Community Outreach Events (fairs, parades, open houses).

Programs place an emphasis on Hawaiian culture, history, resource management and the preservation of Hawaii’s native diversity.

Programs often take place in the field, demonstrating and participating in natural resource management activities.

Field-based activities require involve hiking over moderately rugged terrain, carrying heavy packs and equipment, and potentially working in inclement weather. Work often occurs on weekends and after normal business hours.

Expected Work

 propagating native plants in the greenhouse
 assisting with vegetation monitoring
 administrative tasks
 reforestation
 weed control
 native plant surveys
 native bird surveys
 trail building
 Other duties may include those that are assigned by your site manager or supervisor within the AmeriCorps guidelines.

Information

  • Posted On

    November 1, 2016
  • Closing Date

    April 30, 2017
  • Organization

    Kupu
  • Location

    Hawaiʻi Island
  • Position Type

    Internship
For more information about Kupu and this opportunity please visit our website at www.kupuhawaii.org/conservation, contact us at 808.735.1221 x2002 or via email at conservation@kupuhawaii.org.

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