Internship - Mammal Survey intern at Naval Air Station Patuxent River

Position Summary

Spend your summer in Maryland, playing a vital role at Naval Air Station Patuxent River as a Large Mammal Survey Intern. You would perform crucial tasks in support of our mission.

Schedule

May 5, 2025 - August 22, 2025

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Conduct evening surveys for deer and other mammals, 40%; Conduct surveys for state and federal listed butterfly species, 25 35% Conduct acoustic bat surveys 15%;

Marginal Duties

Conduct habitat management for state and federal listed species, 10%; Conduct recreational fishing surveys, 5%; Assist with environmental education outreach, 5%.

Required Qualifications

Driver License required; Personal vehicle recommended for commuting; Minimum of 2 years of college in a related to wildlife management/biology, natural resources or other biological sciences; experience in habitat survey.

Preferred Qualifications

Ideal candidate can work with minimal supervision in areas with poisonous plants and animals, allergens, temperature extremes, and inclement weather, Minimum of 2 years of college in a related to wildlife management/biology, natural resources or other biological sciences; experience in habitat survey. Schedule: A Monday-Friday, 40 hour/week schedule is expected. Some night and evening survey work will be required. Local candidates are preferred due to lack of housing; however, non-local candidates will be considered if they can find their own housing.

Hours

40 per week

Living Accommodations

No housing provided.

Compensation

Weekly living allowance: $350; One-time travel allowance: $1100; Eligible for a 450-hour AmeriCorps education award worth $1,956.35, upon successful completion of service; Public Land Credits are available upon successful completion of this term for members ages 18-30.

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

Personal Vehicle Information

Required

Additional Benefits

Off-Road Vehicle Safety
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.