From: Jennifer Fontes
Subject: USGS Internship in Richmond, VA - USGS #234
Earth Science Internship
US Geological Survey
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: March 14, 2000
Contact: Jennifer Fontes
179 South Street
Boston, MA 02111
Email: Jfontes@eco.org fax: 617-426-8159
VIRGINIA BACTERIA SOURCE TRACKING
Project #234=20
Location: Richmond, VA
Compensation: $10.872 - $16.049 per hour, COMMENSERATE WITH EXPERIENCE=20
Start date: ASAP
Deadline: March 14, 2000
Duration: 6 months to one year
Project Description:
The Virginia Bacteria Source Tracking study will utilize genetic techniqu=
es to
identify and quantify sources of fecal coliform bacteria in three watersh=
eds.
Extensive water-quality data collection will be conducted in all three
watersheds. The work will support the development of TMDL=92s (total maxi=
mum
daily loads) for the impaired surface-water bodies.
Objectives of the Internship:
The intern will participate as a junior member of a three to four person =
team
of hydrologists and hydrologic technicians. Internship objectives are to
participate in bacteria and other water-quality sampling and to review an=
d
quality assure all data collected.
Specific Tasks:
1. Collect water samples from three impaired watersheds
2. Review and enter appropriate data into USGS databases
3. Perform basic laboratory analyses of bacteria samples.
Work Experience Benefit(s) to Intern:
The intern will work under the supervision of an experienced hydrologist =
and
will develop practical experience in the field of hydrology. The intern w=
ill
gain in-depth experience in the collection, processing, and analysis of w=
ater
quality samples.
Specific Qualifications Required:=20
Requires at least an Associates Degree or 60 Credit hours from a US colle=
ge or
university or US citizen that studied abroad.
Able to work 40 hours per week.
International students must be eligible to work in the US for up to two y=
ears
without sponsorship from the USGS or ECO.
Basic computer skills. Ability to operate a motor vehicle. Working
knowledge of
basic hydrologic principles.
DIVERSITY INITIATIVE: If you are part of an underrepresented group, pleas=
e
state your interest in ECO=92s Diversity Initiative by typing or printing=
in the
upper right hand corner of the first page of your resume the following:
DIVERSITY INITIATIVE. Be sure this is included before you send your resum=
e.
Jennifer Fontes
Internship Program Coordinator
Environmental Careers Organization
179 South Street
Boston, Ma. 02111
jfontes@eco.org
Fax - 617-426-8159
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Date: Sat, 26 Feb 2000 07:58:20 -0600
From: Thomas G Kulowiec
Subject: Job Announcement - 10 Summer Wildlife Research Techs,
Missouri Dept. Cons.
Below is an announcement for 10 Wildlife Research Technicians. If you have
received this announcement on more
than one listserv, please forgive the cross posting.
Please do NOT reply to me.
For more information, contact Vicki Heidy at
heidyv@mail.conservation.state.mo.us, or see the
mailing address and FAX number in the announcement below.
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JOB OPPORTUNITY
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION
WILDLIFE RESEARCH TECHNICIANS (10 POSITIONS)
DURATION: 22 May 2000- 31 July 2000
PAY SCALE: $7.82/hour/40 hours per week.
LOCATION OF POSITION: Applications are being accepted to fill ten temporary
positions at the Conservation
Research Center,
Columbia, Missouri. Successful
applicants will be
stationed throughout north central
and northeast,
Missouri. Housing may be
provided.
HOW TO APPLY: Submit a resume, cover letter, and names and phones numbers
of 3 references reflecting a complete record of
education and
experience to Vicki Heidy or Marc Bagley, Missouri
Department of Conservation, 1110 South College
Avenue,
Columbia, MO 65201. FAX (573/882-4517).
E-mail:heidyv@mail.conservation.state.mo.us
Incomplete application materials will not be
considered.
CLOSING DATE: Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Friday, March
24, 2000.
SELECTION PROCEDURES: The best qualified applicants will be determined
based on the
information shown on the resume,
and will be interviewed
by telephone.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Employees will join in a study to assess changes in vegetation structure and
plant species
composition for select USDA conservation practices. Employees will be
responsible for
vegetation monitoring on private land in 11 north Missouri counties. Vegetation
monitoring
will be conducted using Daubenmire frame and Robel pole quadrat techniques.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from (or enrollment in) an accredited college or university with
course
emphasis in wildlife management, zoology, or closely related subjects.
Employee must be able to work well in small groups and in relatively
unsupervised
settings. Must also be able to work independently at field locations
despite occasional
adverse field conditions.
Employee must be able to travel weekly throughout north Missouri.
Employee must be licensed to operate a motor vehicle.
Employee must possess the ability to learn to operate an All Terrain
Vehicle (ATV).
Employee must be able to interact comfortably with landowners and personnel
from
various agencies.
/ Thomas G. Kulowiec
\
/ Columbia, MO
\
/ kulowt@mail.conservation.state.mo.us "Remember Life is TOO Important \
\ tkulowie@mail.coin.missouri.edu to be Taken Seriously"
/
\ tom_kulowiec@bigfoot.com
/
\ tkulowiec@socket.net
/
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