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Forest Health Program - Undergraduate Student

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Los Alamos National Laboratory

Feb 17

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Science
    Sustainability
  • Los Alamos

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  • You must be an undergrad in forestry or related field at New Mexico Highlands University, in the SomosSTEM program, with a 3.0 GPA, and capable of outdoor work in varying conditions.
  • You will conduct field monitoring of forest health and fire mitigation projects, perform inventory assessments, GPS mapping, and manage trails and signage across the Laboratory’s area.

Requirements

  • Minimum Job Requirements:
  • Enrollment at New Mexico Highlands University and specifically in the SomosSTEM program
  • General knowledge of ecological/forestry field work
  • Data and records management, and organizational skills
  • Communication skills, both oral and written
  • Physically able to work long hours outside, including early mornings and late evenings, with sometimes challenging temperatures and weather
  • Education/Experience: Current undergraduate student in forestry, ecology, fire ecology, biology, environmental sciences, natural resources management or related field who is enrolled at New Mexico Highlands University. Must also be enrolled in the SomosStem Program. Must has a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on 4.0 scale.
  • Desired Qualifications:
  • Forest/Fire ecology, wildland fire, forest inventory and monitoring, invasive species management, fuels inventory, or southwest plant identification field experience
  • Familiarity with erosion control best management practices
  • Interest in common language science writing, website content and interpretive signage development

Responsibilities

  • The selected candidate will work with staff from the Environmental Protection and Compliance Division, conducting field monitoring of wildland fire mitigation, forest thinning, and forest health projects across the Laboratory's approximately 40 square miles.
  • Examples of potential projects include:
  • Forest inventory, forest health assessment, and fuels inventory and mapping
  • Pre-and post-fire mitigation treatment or thinning treatment monitoring and mapping using standard forest inventory and vegetation monitoring methods, remote sensing, and photo monitoring.
  • GPS mapping of insect and pathogen affected trees, invasive species, old trees, and urban trees for management planning.
  • Trails management including trails assessment, signage maintenance, and management planning.

FAQs

What is the purpose of this internship position?

The internship position aims to support the Forest Health Program at Los Alamos National Laboratory by conducting field monitoring of wildland fire mitigation, forest thinning, and forest health projects.

What are the enrollment requirements for candidates?

Candidates must be enrolled at New Mexico Highlands University and specifically in the SomosSTEM program.

What type of projects will the selected candidate work on?

Candidates will work on projects such as forest inventory, forest health assessments, fuels inventory and mapping, and monitoring of pre-and post-fire mitigation treatments.

What educational background is required for this position?

Candidates must be current undergraduate students in fields such as forestry, ecology, fire ecology, biology, environmental sciences, natural resources management, or a related field.

Is there a GPA requirement for applicants?

Yes, applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

What physical capabilities are necessary for this position?

Candidates must be physically able to work long hours outdoors, including early mornings and late evenings, and handle varying challenging temperatures and weather conditions.

Are there any desired qualifications for this internship?

Desired qualifications include experience in forest/fire ecology, wildland fire, invasive species management, and familiarity with erosion control best management practices.

What is the work environment like for this position?

The work environment includes outdoor conditions, often in varying temperatures, and may involve working near electrical power supplies and with biological or infectious agents.

What should applicants submit along with their resume?

Applicants should include a detailed cover letter explaining how they meet each of the minimum requirements as well as any desired qualifications.

Is there a drug testing requirement for this position?

Yes, selected candidates will be subject to a new-employment drug test and other pre-employment background checks.

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