Sustainable Forestry and Rainforest Restoration GLOBE Intern (ID 45836)

Sustainable Forestry and Rainforest Restoration GLOBE Intern

OFFICE LOCATION: Honolulu and Palmyra Atoll, Hawaii, USA

A LITTLE ABOUT US

The Nature Conservancy is a global conservation organization dedicated to conserving the lands and waters on which all life depends. Guided by science, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that nature and people can thrive together. One of our core values is our commitment to diversity. Therefore, we are committed to a globally diverse and culturally competent workforce. Working in 72 countries, we use a collaborative approach that engages local communities, governments, the private sector, and other partners. To learn more, visit www.nature.org or follow @nature_press on Twitter.

The Nature Conservancy offers competitive compensation, 401k or savings-plan matching for eligible employees, excellent benefits, flexible work policies and a collaborative work environment. We also provide professional development opportunities and promote from within. As a result, you will find a culture that supports and inspires conservation achievement and personal development, both within the workplace and beyond.

YOUR INTERNSHIP WITH TNC

The Nature Conservancy’s GLOBE (Growing Leaders on Behalf of the Environment) summer internship program hires undergraduate students, graduate students, or recent college graduates (2016, 2017, and 2018) to fill paid internship positions during a 10-week summer internship. Our mission is to provide a unique opportunity to bridge the gap between academics and the real-world conservation work that contributes to the health and sustainability of our world. The GLOBE Program recruits individuals from a variety of backgrounds and experiences who are interested in contributing to our conservation goals in various fields. The GLOBE Program offers a structured orientation, professional training, network opportunities, mentoring program, and real work experience. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Previous volunteers and GLOBE interns have mapped the extent of non-native trees within The Nature Conservancy’s preserve at Palmyra Atoll. Concurrently, the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, a key TNC partner in the management of Palmyra Atoll, has secured funding to initiate a rainforest restoration project across the atoll. A sustainable use for false almond (Terminalia catappa) and coconut palms (Cocos nucifera) at Palmyra is to convert this natural resource into building materials.  This lumber will support facilities improvement projects at TNC’s Palmyra Atoll Research Station. Native tree species will be planted in place of coconut palms and false almond tree removed for building materials.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND SCOPE

•    Work with the field station manager to select invasive trees for removal; remove invasive trees
•    Establish a native tree nursery with direction from the mentor
•    Replant native trees to replace non-native and invasive trees under guidance from the mentor
•    Assist the TNC research station staff with maintenance and community chores

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

•    HS Diploma or equivalent.  Enrolled in an undergraduate program, graduate program, or a recent graduate (2016, 2017, or 2018) of Conservation, Environmental Studies, Engineering (Civil, Environmental, Sustainability) or related field, or equivalent 
•    Experience with written and oral communication
•    Experience in forestry, restoration and/or resource management

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

•    Experience with invasive species removal
•    Experience with chain saws and/or physical/manual landscape labor
•    Experience working in remote environment

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT

•    Willingness to travel to Palmyra, Atoll and live in a remote environment with limited internet access and no cell phone access for 10 weeks.

ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION

•    This is a full-time, temporary internship position with a 10-week term that will be between June 4 and early September
•    Housing will be provided

ELIGIBILITY
The Nature Conservancy's GLOBE Program candidate should demonstrate at least one of the following: 
•    Contribution to diversity of The Nature Conservancy. Applicant has circumstances, experiences, skills or talents that would benefit others and would enhance the diversity of the organization. 
•    Understanding of communities and skills that aid in the trust building process essential for collaborative efforts with urban communities, organizations and leaders—ability to cross boundaries, find common ground and work together across differences 
•    Commitment to diversity. Applicant has shown and can demonstrate a deep and active commitment to the issues of conservation and human diversity. 
•    Commitment to Equity. Applicant shows an understanding of inequity and its context and has experience with engagement and inclusion of those from disadvantaged and/or underserved communities

INTERN SELECTION PROCESS

•    Applications will be screened for eligibility, qualifications and experience level related to the project;
•    Applicants will be notified of next steps in the process (within 3 weeks after the posting date ends)
•    2-3 telephone interviews will be conducted for selected applicants;
•    Additional information may be required before making a final decision;
•    All applicants will be notified of final selection by late-March

SALARY INFORMATION

$12.50/per hour (undergrads) and $14.50/per hour (graduate and recently graduated level students)

HOW TO APPLY

Please visit TNCʻs Job Portal 

To apply to position number 45836, submit resume (required) and cover letter separately using the upload buttons. All applications must be submitted in the system prior to 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on January 12,2018.

Click “submit” to apply for the position or “save for later” to create a draft application for future submission. Once submitted, applications cannot be revised or edited. Failure to complete required fields may result in your application being disqualified from consideration.

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The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of men and women of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy’s background screening process.