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Spring and Summer Internships
Madison, WI
Job/Internship Description
Good Oak Ecological Services is seeking applicants for an internship in our Madison,Wisconsin office working in the fields of native landscaping and ecological restoration. Here is anopportunity for a truly green , hands-on learning experience. Primary responsibilities will includeinstalling and caring for native herbaceous and woody plants, invasive species management, naturalareas stewardship work, rain garden installation, exotic brush clearing, prescribed burning, equipmentmaintenance, and some office work as needed. Through a high-quality and educational workexperience, this position will help prepare you for a career in native landscaping or natural areasmanagement.Duration: We have multiple positions in two internships available.SPRING: This internship would start mid-March or April 2021 and run into May with the possibility tocontinue into summer. There is some flexibility to work around class schedules.SUMMER: This internship would start mid to late-May 2021 and run into August.Qualifications: All candidates must be at least 18 years of age, have the ability to lift up to 75pounds, ability to stand or walk while working for hours at a time, willingness to work in harsh weatherconditions and have a strong commitment to environmental protection. An ideal candidate willpossess several of the following qualities:seeking or having a degree in: botany, landscape architecture, horticulture, ecology, forestry, wildlifemanagement, restoration or other related fieldexperience with landscapingsome plant identification knowledgevolunteer experience in natural areas managementexperience operating gas powered toolspesticide application license or an interest in applying for onea strong desire to learnstrong work ethicattention to detailproblem solving skillsgood communications skillsGood Oak Ecological ServicesCompensation: This is a seasonal, part-time position working roughly 20-40 hours per week at$12.00+ per hour. There is also a $5 daily low-emissions travel stipend rewarded to those who travelto the office by human power (bicycle, walking, etc) or using public transit. There will also beadditional unpaid time each month dedicated specifically to education through field trips, etc. Creditmay be available through your educational institution if proper arrangements are made with a facultymember.Additional Notes: In light of the pandemic, Good Oak has continued to safely operate with additionalprotocols in place. Employees may be asked to drive personal vehicles to job sites in order tomaintain proper distance and reduce virus spread. Mileage reimbursement will be provided in theseinstances. While applicants with personal vehicles are preferred, it is not a requirement for theposition.To Apply: Send a resume and brief cover letter (in PDF format) to:Terri specify which internship you re interested in applying for.Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and positions may be filled as applications are received.Spring applications are due by March 7th, 2021Summer applications are due by April 18th, 2021About Good Oak Ecological Services: Good Oak is a small but growing company specializing inecological consulting, natural areas management and native landscaping. We are based in Madison,WI and work throughout southern Wisconsin. Our mission is to restore natural areas and reintroducenative plants to our human landscape for the benefit of wildlife and the future of humanity. Through ourwork we hope to create healthier, more natural environments to reestablish ecosystem services and toprevent the loss of our wild plants and animals. We have been strongly influenced by Aldo Leopoldand his Land Ethic . We strive to live up to his ideals and work for positive change. Good OakEcological Services is committed to supporting our community and providing a living wage for itsemployees and partners.
Position Summary
Company
Good Oak Ecological Services
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Type
Part Time
Period of Employment
Open
Type of Compensation
Paid
College Credits Earned
No
Tuition Assistance
No
Required Student Status
Open
Preferred Majors
Other
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