[internship]: Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park, National Park Service

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Fall 2014 National Park Service Internship
In My Backyard Project

Background:
This internship is a part of a long-term project initiated by the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park (KLSE) in Seattle. This project is the first of its kind within the NPS. The mission of the project is to connect urban youth with National Parks and cultural and historical sites in Washington State. KLSE is a prime location for this project because it serves as a hub for national parks throughout the Pacific Northwest.

Since summer of 2013, KLSE rangers, interns, teachers and volunteers have guided this project. Previous interns have researched and visited local national parks and cultural and historical sites. They wrote blog posts about their visits and opportunities for youth and promoted the project through social media and by attending local festivals. The objective of their efforts was to gather information and promote volunteer and job opportunities for youth as well as general information and travel suggestions. The goal for future interns is to compile the research, photographs and videos so that it can be distributed and utilized by the community.

Intern duties:
The fall 2014 internship will carry the project into 2015. Two or more interns will be working on the project in collaboration with Ranger Kelsey Johnson who helped start the project. The interns will be creating and distributing outreach and educational materials about special places in Washington. These materials will be based on research and trip reports conducted by the team in summer 2014.

Since the beginning of In My Backyard, the project has been team driven. Interns will have opportunities to shape their internships based on their interests and goals. This internship can be tailored to individual preferences and strengthening resumes. Duties may also include traveling to and exploring more national parks and historical/cultural sites. This internship is applicable for credit. It is unpaid. Hours are flexible and can be arranged around interns’ class schedules. Expected work hours are 10-15 hours per week. The length of the internship is flexible, but is tentatively scheduled for 10 weeks between September-December.

Students interested in the following and/or majoring in the following fields are encouraged to apply:

Community Outreach
Communications
Education
English
Environmental Justice
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
Graphic Design
Journalism
Marketing
Museum Studies
Photography
Public Relations
Resource Management
Social Justice
Etc.

Desired Qualifications:
Proficient computer skills
Competent writing skills
Comfortable with public speaking
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent communication skills
Self-starter

Contact information:
If you’re interested in pursuing an internship with this project, email your resume to Kelsey Johnson at kelsey_johnson@nps.gov<mailto:kelsey_johnson@nps.gov>.

If you would like to learn more about the project, check out the website!
http://inmybackyardnw.wordpress.com/.

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Fall internships with the Friends of the Cedar River Watershed: Cedar River Salmon Journey Intern & Volunteer Habitat Restoration Intern

[job]: Washington Conservation Corps

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Environmental career opportunities abound
Washington Conservation Corps to fill 288 positions at Department of Ecology
 
OLYMPIA – The Washington Conservation Corps, a part of the Washington Department of Ecology, has opened 288 jobs that help protect and restore the environment.
 
Working in partnership with AmeriCorps, the WCC provides annual member positions for 18 – 25 years old and no age restrictions for Gulf War Era II veterans, reservists and dependents.*  
 
Those selected to become a WCC/AmeriCorps member will gain valuable, hands-on experience working with the environment. Project work includes restoration planting, invasive species removal, trail building, and more. The most recent project supported by members is the Carlton Complex wildfire, the largest and most devastating wildfire in Washington’s history.
 
From re-building boardwalks and trails, to disaster response for wildfires and landslides, the positions provide paid, career-transferable training and leadership opportunities.
 
In addition to paid career training, members receive an AmeriCorps Education Award of $5,645 (scholarship) upon successful completion of one year of service (1,700 hours). Basic medical benefits are provided and educational loan forbearance is available. Apply Online atwww.ecy.wa.gov/wcc and read a recent WCC success story atECOconnect blog.

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Part-time, special event intern opportunity for the NW Energy Coalition

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[job]: Army Corps of Engineers Regulatory Branch Project Manager

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Classification: UNCLASSIFIED
Caveats: NONE

The Seattle District Regulatory Branch is seeking five candidates for GS 7/9/11 Project Manager vacancies.  Project managers maintain a robust workload of permit processing, compliance, and enforcement actions. The district covers the state of Washington providing a range of Section 404 and Section 10 actions in urban, suburban and rural environments. Seattle District offers project managers plenty of hands-on experience implementing the Endangered Species Act (ESA) and National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) responsibilities, as well as coordinating with a variety of Indian tribes as part of our tribal trust responsibility. The district office is based in a new LEED certified building located a short distance from downtown Seattle.

The interdisciplinary positions (0401, 0408, 0470) will be filled under the Merit Promotion Plan (GS-9/11) or the Department of the Army Recent Graduates program (GS-7 target GS-11).  Please forward the Pathways Recent Graduate announcement to any interested and qualified recent graduates. Recent graduates must have completed a bachelors degree from an accredited college or university within the last two years.

Recent Graduates (Pathways) apply here: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/376835000 recent graduate WTHF141760051176089PR

Merit Promotion Plan apply here: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/375996600 merit promotion 9/11 WTHF141760111168915

The vacancy announcements close Monday August 18, 2014. PCS is not offered. Interested candidates are welcome to contact me by email or the phone number listed below. Thank you.

Matthew J. Bennett, Chief
North Puget Sound Section
Corps of Engineers Regulatory Branch
206.764.3428
matthew.j.bennett@usace.army.mil

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED
Caveats: NONE

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED
Caveats: NONE

[job]: Nature Vision Program Naturalist

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Nature Vision Program Naturalist Position Announcement

Nature Vision is a non-profit environmental education organization founded in 2003 based in Woodinville, WA. Our mission is to foster appreciation and stewardship of our environment through integration of school and community for a sustainable future.  Nature Vision serves over 45,000 students annually.  In 2010, the Nature Vision team received the Michael Mercer Water Conservation Educator Awardwith partners for our work on the Sammamish Watershed Festival.  Nature Vision was also honored with the 2007-2008 Environmental Education Association of Washington’s (EEAW) Award for Organizational Excellence. 

Position description

Duties include but are not limited to: 

  • Presenting environmental education and outreach programs to schools and other groups in classrooms and outdoor settings from the Nature Vision menu of programs.  Training is provided. 
  • Prep and clean-up of materials for presentations.
  • Driving to presentation sites driving across King and parts of Snohomish County to reach schools and other sites registered for programs.
  • Special projects as assigned.

Start Date:  September 2014

Hours: Part-time, 7-20 hours/week, varies according to registration and availability  

Salary: $15-$16/hour to start                                                                        

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and experience in Education, Interpretation, Biological Sciences, Environmental Science or a related field; combination of education and experience which demonstrates the ability to work in the field and in classrooms with diverse groups of students.  Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident and able to read, speak, and write the English language clearly. Must pass WA State Patrol criminal records check.

Special Requirements:Must possess a valid Washington State Drivers’ License and own insured vehicle to drive to field sites. Mileage is reimbursed at federal rate.  May need to occasionally lift objects up to 50 lbs.

To Apply:  Please email cover letter and resume to Ginny Ballard, Executive Director gsanchez@naturevision.org by August 25, 2014.

[job]: Nature Vision Instructional Assistant

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Nature Vision Farrel-McWhirter Park Preschool

Instructional Assistant Position Announcement

Nature Vision is a non-profit environmental education organization founded in 2003 based in Woodinville, WA. Our mission is to foster appreciation and stewardship of our environment through integration of school and community for a sustainable future.  Nature Vision serves over 45,000 students annually.  In 2010, the Nature Vision team  received the Michael Mercer Water Conservation Educator Awardwith partners for our work on the Sammamish Watershed Festival.  Nature Vision was also honored with the 2007-2008 Environmental Education Association of Washington’s (EEAW) Award for Organizational Excellence. 

Nature Vision is now working in partnership with the City of Redmond to run the Farrel-McWhirter Park Preschool.  This will be the pilot year of this collaboration, and Nature Vision is seeking a well qualified Instructional Assistant to provide exceptional preschool program services alongside two other Nature Vision staff members.

Position description

Duties include but are not limited to: 

  • Teaching preschool alongside the Preschool Director: Preschool Adventures, M, W, F 9:00 am-11:30 am plus additional planning time http://www.redmondrecreationguide.com/i/351302
  • Prep and clean-up of materials
  • Curriculum development as needed
  • Communicating with preschool parents as assigned
  • Substituting on M-F as available throughout the year

Start Date:  September 2, 2014 or sooner

End Date: June 5, 2015 (this position may become August-June if contract is renewed)

Hours: Part-time, 14 hours per week.

Salary: $17.50 hour, non-benefitted

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Education desired, or combination of education and experience.  Bachelor’s degree or experience in Interpretation, Life Science, or related field; combination of education and experience which demonstrates the ability to teach a nature-based preschool program indoors and in the field with groups of students in varying weather conditions. 

Must be enthusiastic, energetic and passionate about working with children.  Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident and able to read, speak, and write the English language clearly.  Must maintain current Adult, Child and Infant CPR/AED and First Aid certificates.

Special Requirements:Must possess a valid Washington State Drivers’ License and own insured vehicle to drive to field sites. May need to occasionally lift objects up to 50 lbs.

To Apply:  Please email cover letter and resume to Clay Heilman cheilman@naturevision.org by August 15, 2014, 5:00 pm.

[volunteer]: Rail traffic noise study

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Description for Noise Study Volunteers

 We are conducting a study of health impacts associated with potential increases in rail traffic in Washington State.  

 For the noise component, we are looking for three student volunteers in the greater Seattle area to assist with the field study by collecting noise data near the rail route in the Seattle area.   Data will be used to estimate potential health impacts of noise related to rail traffic.  Rajiv Bhatia, MD, PhD, HIA expert, is overseeing the study.  Participating students will attend a mandatory one‐day training on a Saturday in mid‐to‐late September (exact date to follow).  This training session will provide students with the skills, hardware, and software necessary to collect rail noise data.  The study will require measurements at three locations.  Students will work as a team. For each set of measurements, students will place sound collection equipment at the appropriate location; and will retrieve equipment

48 hours later when measurements are concluded.  Setup and removal of equipment should take about

2‐2.5 hours for each set of measurements, or 6‐8 hours total for all three measurements. We will establish the optimal locations and specifications for placement of monitors at the training session in

September.  Participating students will receive a $100 stipend.  Students will gain experience in collecting noise data, and may have additional related research opportunities.   This is an ideal research project for environmental science students interested in applying their knowledge to a real world environmental issue.   If interested, please contact M. Ahern at 509‐358‐7982 (ahernm@wsu.edu).