Penn State University · 21 hours ago
Lower Susquehanna Watershed Program Intern
Harrisburg, PA
Internship
Hybrid
InternPenn State University is seeking summer watershed program interns at its Lower Susquehanna Office. The interns will assist AEC staff in delivering projects related to conservation practices and water quality monitoring in the Lower Susquehanna region.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Managing and maintaining the Lower Susquehanna Native Tree Nursery at SEAREC
Maintaining native plant conservation practices at SEAREC, including forest riparian buffers and native meadows
Working with Penn State researchers to collect survival and growth data on research buffers
Visiting farmers, landowners, and municipalities to discuss opportunities for implementing conservation practices, riparian buffers and “turf to trees” reforestation projects and developing planting plans
Organizing and coordinating tree pickup for restoration projects in the Lower Susquehanna region
Assisting Penn State Extension and other technical partners in delivering green infrastructure trainings
Conduct field work on restoration and best management practice (BMP) implementation, and maintenance on riparian buffers, native meadows, rain gardens, and other green infrastructure practices
Assisting in water quality monitoring programs and watershed planning projects which often integrates agriculturally-based assessments for tillage, cover crops, and other conservation practices
Assisting AEC staff in facilitating and managing watershed based partnerships in the region, in particular in the adjacent priority watersheds in Lancaster, Dauphin and Lebanon Counties (through our Lower Susquehanna Regional Partnership)
Assisting in the delivery of outreach materials, events and approaches that build partnerships with entities involved in conservation work in the Lower Susquehanna region and beyond
Other duties (as assigned) to assist the AEC Director and other staff
Qualification
Required
Should have relevant major and interest in water resources, natural resources, and environmental and/or agricultural sciences
Have interest and skills in community and landowner engagement and outreach
Be undergraduate upper-class or in early stages of graduate school (rising to third year and above but all students are encouraged to apply and will be considered based on experience/background)
Have excellent writing and communication skills
Have ability to work from home
Be willing to work outside in variable weather and site conditions
Be able and willing to conduct occasional travel (valid driver's license and reliable vehicle required)
Successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies
Valid driver's license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks
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