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Title | Queensnake Conservation Interns |
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IMPORTANT: This Advertiser has requested that applicants MUST be National Residents / Valid Work Permit-holders. Other applicants need not apply.
The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) is a private, non-profit organization that prides itself on its entrepreneurial, science-based approach to achieving conservation success through direct action. Since 1962, NCC and its supporters have protected more than 2.6 million acres (1 million hectares) of ecologically significant land across Canada. NCC has experienced dramatic growth in recent years, and is now listed as the 13th largest non-profit organization in Canada, with a national office in Toronto and seven regional offices across the country. Purpose and General Description:The Queensnake Conservation Interns (CIs) will work closely with Conservation Biologist – Amphibians and Reptiles to support inventories and monitoring of two at-risk reptile species in south-western Ontario. The CIs may also work closely with other NCC Conservation Biologists and partners to inventory historic or current reptile locations, assess habitat, conduct crayfish counts and implement conservation actions. The positions will also assist with data quality control and deliver education and outreach programs. Type of Position: Seasonal (2 months starting in early April 2014, with potential for extension to end of September) Duties and Responsibilities:
Required Skills and Attributes:This posting is targeted to someone possessing the following skills and abilities:
Terms of Employment:
To Apply:Please submit a cover letter and resume combined as one document. In the body of your submission email, please indicate if you are available to work out of the Goderich location. Late applications will not be considered. Applications should be submitted to: Email: ontario@natureconservancy.ca Email subject line should read: “Queensnake Conservation Intern Application” We thank everyone who applies for their interest in the Nature Conservancy of Canada; however only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. |