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Position Summary

Introductory level intern position will be part of 3-person crew completing surveys for both hydrology/watershed and fisheries data resources. Surveys will assess road condition, watershed health, wetland identification, stream habitat metrics, stream discharge, stream flow patterns, backpack electrofishing, fish population estimates, fish identification, macroinvertebrate sampling, and topographic surveys of streams. Lead role will coordinate daily with supervisors in both hydrology and fisheries resource staff. Crew will work in remote areas often hiking off trail and in waterbodies in challenging weather conditions and at elevation. Work will support mission of Unites States Forest Service "to sustain the health diversity, and productivity of the Nation's forests and grasslands to meet the needs of present and future generations".


Schedule

May 19, 2025 - September 8, 2025


Key Duties and Responsibilities

Performs individually and as crew member, fisheries and hydrologic technician work in support of resource professionals engaged in land management planning and design of projects in both watershed and fisheries resources. Candidate uses standard tools and procedures for data collection; and Install and maintain equipment; and Assists in sampling design; and Communicates with other technicians and professionals; and Measures aquatic habitat quantity and quality, measures and records discharge volumes, and gathers data for analysis; and Assists in development of data compilation to supervisors and other authorities.


Marginal Duties

Performs other duties as assigned in meeting US Forest Service mission "to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity or the Nation's forests and grasslands to meet the needs of present and future generations"; and Supports other mission critical work as needed.


Required Qualifications

Coursework in pursuit of degree in either Watershed Science, Hydrology, Fisheries Biology and Management, or similar related coursework; OR technical experience equivalent to the GS-3 or GS-4 level, OR A combination of technical work experience and education that provide equivalent knowledge or training as above.


This SCA Position is authorized under the Public Land Corps Authority. All participants must be between the ages of 16 and 30, inclusive, or veterans age 35 or younger. Participants must also be a citizen or national of the United States or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States. Hours served can be applied toward the Public Land Corps (PLC) hiring authority.


Preferred Qualifications

Experience in wading streams. Experience with electrofishing equipment and technique. Hydrology and watershed science equipment and techniques.


Hours

40 per week


Living Accommodations

Bunkhouse quarters may be available as needed. Additionally, see compensation description for housing stipend.


Compensation

Weekly living stipend - $460/week; Housing stipend - $400/month unless housing provided; Travel stipend - $1,100 single payment.

All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.


Personal Vehicle Information

Recommended


Additional Benefits

Defensive Drive Training
First Aid/CPR
AmeriCorps: Eligible/Optional


Equal Opportunity Statement

SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members. SCA is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere in which people of diverse backgrounds and lifestyles may grow personally and professionally. The Student Conservation Association, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.


Physical requirements and working conditions specific to the position are available in the full job description.