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State of Wyoming · 1 day ago

Biologist Technician Intern 2026-00228

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is seeking a Biologist Technician Intern based in Lander, Wyoming. This internship offers a hands-on opportunity for students or recent graduates interested in careers in wildlife biology, fisheries, conservation, or natural resource management, where they will work alongside full-time and seasonal professionals across multiple divisions.

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Responsibilities

One of the intern position's major goals is to provide an introduction to the diverse natural resource management careers available within the state's wildlife agency and non-profit conservation organizations
Assist in water development project folder/file management for over 400 water development projects that have been completed in Wyoming and throughout the West over the last 30 years
Projects completed include guzzlers, windmills and solar-powered wells, spring developments, wetlands, riparian fencing, and off-site water developments
Projects are currently in various states of functionality and usefulness to wildlife
Coordination with federal land management agencies, private landowners, and non-profit conservation organizations on planned and completed projects is necessary
The intern will be responsible for the development and maintenance of an extensive project database utilizing Excel spreadsheets
Extensive communication with project representatives, sportspeople, and Water for Wildlife Foundation members via phone, email, and in person
In-field inspections of water development projects (status updates) within 150+/- miles of Lander, preparation of itemized lists of project repairs and cost estimates, and light construction repair duties, creation of files database and nomenclature system for files, photos, etc

Qualification

Natural resource managementWildlife managementFisheriesExcelGPSBasic carpentry skillsWildlife identificationCommunication skills

Required

Completion of sophomore or greater undergraduate coursework majoring in a natural resource management field
The student must be in 'good academic standing'
Students pursuing a bachelor's degree in wildlife management, range management, biology, zoology, ichthyology, or a closely related field will be considered
Applicants must attach the following to their online application: 1) a cover letter that includes their college and career goals, 2) a resume (including 3 references), and 3) a copy of college transcripts in .pdf format
Must have a valid driver's license
Ability to read maps, utilize GPS, operate 4x4 vehicles, ATVs, and motorboats, basic carpentry skills, utilize Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Google Earth programs, and wildlife and plant identification skills

Company

State of Wyoming

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Aaron Roberts
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Brad Westby
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