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Universities of Wisconsin · 1 month ago

Summers- Intern– Biological Science Technician

Stevens Point, WI

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Start in 2026 Spring

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is seeking interns for the Biological Science Technician role, part of a program aimed at providing a career-oriented introduction to natural resource management. Interns will support US Forest Service staff with various programs related to wildlife, fisheries, and ecology while gaining practical experience in the field.

Higher Education

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Contributing to a variety of field-based wildlife, fisheries, and plant ecology, research, and management programs

Conducting surveys of game and non-game wildlife species and plant species

Assisting with pollinator and phenology surveys, including using botanical keys to assist with the identification of plants encountered during field trips or surveys of forest areas

Recording, organizing, and summarizing vegetation type data obtained from aerial and ground surveys

Assisting with ecological restoration, including tending gardens to enhance pollinator habitat, collecting and cleaning seeds, weeding, and irrigation

Performing a variety of tasks relating to native plant surveys and monitoring, invasive plant control and monitoring, native plant restoration, and pollinator program support

Treating and managing invasive plant species using mechanical, manual, and chemical means

Using full-sized trucks, common hand and power tools, backpack and truck-mounted sprayers and pumps, off-road vehicles, power boats and canoes, and other tools to accomplish program goals

Performing Fish/Wildlife/Plant habitat improvement using brush saws and hand tools

Using global positioning systems, aerial photographs, topographic maps, GIS, and/or a compass in navigation

Performing highly physical labor and daily hiking, sometimes to remote locations in rugged terrain under possible adverse weather conditions

A portion of time may be dedicated to data entry, producing maps, and other duties in a laboratory/office setting

Participating in professional development workshops to gain leadership skills and learn about diverse career paths for natural resource professionals

Qualification

BiologyNatural resourcesFieldworkConservationEnvironmental sciencesTeamworkHikingPhysical laborOutdoor equipment operation

Required

Enthusiasm to learn about diverse natural resource careers

No prior field experience is necessary

Successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment

Relevant coursework or practical experience in biology, conservation, recreation management, natural resources, or environmental sciences

Ability to carry 20 pounds in the field for the entire field day

A valid driver's license

Ability to hike in heavily vegetated rugged terrain

Ability to perform fieldwork in inclement weather and deal with mosquitoes, deer flies, black flies, and ticks

Ability to safely operate outdoor field equipment including hand tools

Aptitude for teamwork and collaborating with others

Must be an undergraduate student currently pursuing a degree in Biology, Botany, Conservation Biology, Environmental Sciences, Forest Science, Forestry, Horticulture, Recreation, Soil Science, Wildlife Ecology, etc