Wildlife Biology Internship

The University of Minnesota is seeking interns to conduct wildlife surveys including birds, small mammals, insects, reptiles and amphibians on Minnesota tallgrass prairies. The research will be looking at how harvesting restored prairies for biofuel affects wildlife. The project is funded by the Legislature-Citizen Commission on Minnesota Resources and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation.The starting date will be mid-March to mid-May with an estimated end date of September first.

Interested applicants should send an email to helpwildlife@umn.edu to request an application form.

To apply, please email the following materials together in one email by March 1st, 2010:
**Letters of recommendation should be sent separately**
1. A completed application form
2. A resume (maximum of two pages)
3. A cover letter stating why this internship will benefit you
4. A transcript (unofficial is acceptable)
5. Two letters of recommendation (should be sent separately)**

** The letters should be emailed in by your references. Please have them write your last name in the subject title for the email.

All materials should be emailed to helpwildlife@umn.edu  . If you have any questions regarding the application process or the internship please email the above address or call 763-434-5131.