Tree Maintenance Internship
Gunpowder Valley Conservancy
The Gunpowder Valley Conservancy is seeking an energetic
person to assist with our Tree Reforestation Program. Work performed in the
Loch Raven Reservoir area and in the surrounding Gunpowder watershed.
Seeking hard worker with ability to apply instruction
consistently; willing to work outside in an open field environment with high
weeds; willing to work in heat and cold temperatures; attention to detail;
ability to work without direct supervision; and able to take
initiative. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 1 year college
level course work working towards a degree in environmental science, biology,
ecology, botany, or natural history.
Work expectation: 10
hours per week; unpaid. Hours are
flexible and can include weekends. Excellent way to build your resume! Commitment
to a spring, summer and fall schedule is preferred but a June, July and August
commitment is allowable.
Skills learned:
- Time management
- Small group supervision
- How to recognize different species of trees and invasive plants
- Utilize a variety of restoration equipment.
Requirements:
- Must be age 18+
- Must provide own transportation
- Able to lift up to 40 lbs.