MONITORING AVIAN PRODUCTIVITY AND SURVIVORSHIP (MAPS) PROGRAM.
Many Bird Banding Interns are needed in 2007 to operate constant effort
mistnetting and banding (MAPS) stations throughout the continental U.S.
Join this continent-wide, cutting edge effort to determine the vital rates
that cause changes in North American landbird populations. Positions are
available in the Northwest region (Oregon, and Washington) and the Western
Midwest/Texas region (Missouri and Texas). Interns are accepted into a
given region and, after training, are assigned to a specific location.
Internships are from 1 May(Northwest) or 23 Apr (Midwest/TX) through 8
August (start date somewhat flexible). Enthusiastic individuals with
previous birding and/or field research experience are preferred. Prior
banding experience is not necessary as all internships include an
intensive, two week training course in mistnetting, banding, and aging and
sexing small landbirds. Flexibility, good physical condition, a tolerance
of long days that begin before dawn and the ability to endure sometimes
difficult field conditions are required. Applicants must be able to provide
a reliable vehicle for use in the field (use of the vehicle during the
regular field season will be reimbursed at $.33/mile). 4WD vehicles are
desirable for some locations. FREE shared housing (no rent or utilities for
3 months!) and a per diem of $23 - $28 (depending on location) for food and
other out-of-pocket expenses, amounting to $1932 - $2520 for the season,
are provided. Interns are expected to work a minimum of 6 of every 10 days,
sometimes more depending on weather. Interested applicants should send via
email (preferred) or U.S. mail a resume, cover letter, contact information
for 2 references including email addresses, and a completed MAPS Internship
Application form. Application forms as well as further information can be
found on our website, www.birdpop.org, or contact AMY FINFERA, The
Institute for Bird Populations, PO Box 1346, Point Reyes Station, CA 94956.
FAX 415-663-9482, PH 415-663-1436, EMAIL: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
