Chicago Botanic Garden in partnership with the Bureau of Land Management is looking for a wildlife ecologist to intern at the BLM Buffalo Field Office, in Buffalo, Wyoming. Buffalo is located in northeast Wyoming. Internship begins early to mid June and lasts for 5 months. Compensation is $750 each two weeks. We are looking for a recent graduate with excellent GPS and GIS skills to map greater sage-grouse habitat suitability. Plant identification skills and the ability to use a dichotomous key is necessary. Technical writing experience is preferable. Desired Skills: · Ability to use a GPS unit effectively · Ability to use GIS software · Ability to write technical reports · Ability to identify flora in the region · Some experience with photo interpretation · An understanding of T/E species policy Requirements: · BS or BA in Plant Biology or Ecology with a botanical focus · US citizen or current visa to work in US · Valid drivers license · Vehicle needed for personal use, work vehicle is provided To Apply: Send a Letter of Interest and Resume to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Ask 2 referees to direct a Letter of Recommendation to the same email Email an unofficial academic transcript to the same email Send an official, sealed academic transcript to: Chicago Botanic Garden Kristen Kordecki 1000 Lake Cook Road Glencoe, IL 60022
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