Environment for the Americas · 1 month ago
Monarch Research and Education Internship - Camp Pendleton, Oceanside, CA
Camp Pendleton South, CA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$650/wk - $650/wkEnvironment for the Americas (EFTA) partners with the U.S. Forest Service and Department of Defense to monitor and conserve monarch butterflies on military installations. The Monarch Research and Education Internship provides hands-on experience in field research, habitat assessments, and community outreach focused on monarch conservation.
Environmental Services
No H1B
Responsibilities
Conduct monarch and habitat surveys during peak breeding periods
Collect data on milkweed, nectar plants, and monarch life stages
Navigate and work safely on military installations
Maintain regular communication with Natural Resource Managers and partner organizations
Submit consistent updates to the EFTA Monarch Program Manager
Participate in weekly team meetings, data reviews, and educational webinars
Write biweekly blogs that highlight fieldwork and personal experiences
Develop and lead educational programs for military communities, such as school visits, scout activities, citizen science events, and nature walks
Promote awareness of monarch conservation and pollinator ecology
Qualification
Required
U.S. citizen or legal resident
Access to a personal vehicle and a valid driver's license
Strong communication skills, including clear and consistent written and verbal communication
Interest in conservation with demonstrated enthusiasm for wildlife, ecology, or environmental science
Ability to work independently in the field, manage time effectively, and travel between sites
Familiarity with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office for data entry and reporting
Preferred
Military spouses, veterans, and local applicants are strongly encouraged to apply
Experience in fieldwork, species monitoring, outdoor labor, or data collection
Ability to identify plants or willingness to learn basic botany
Some higher education in biology, natural resources, environmental science, or related fields
Benefits
All project-related travel costs are covered, including a mileage rate of $0.40/mile for driving on the installation.
Company
Environment for the Americas
Environment for the Americas works to connect people to birds and nature through education, outreach, and research.
Founded in 2008
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Sonam Detso
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