Natural Resource Internship

Overview:

Make a positive impact on the community by joining the Johnson County Park and Recreation District team and help us enhance the lives of thousands through excellence in parks, recreation, culture, education, and public service. As a JCPRD employee, you'll be part of a locally, regionally, and nationally acclaimed organization that annually hosts nearly 7 million park visitors and engages nearly 3 million participants in 4,000+ programs. With excellent benefits, retirement plans, employee incentives, and a great organizational culture, JCPRD is building a thriving park and recreation system that inspires play, culture, and education, supporting healthy and fulfilling lives for all. Come work where you play

The JCPRD Natural Resource Internship provides an opportunity for college students to gain real world experience in natural area management.

The internship is designed to provide a broad set of skills that aren't available in the classroom including:

- Regional native seed collection and processing with community partners.

- Instruction on Utility Terrain Vehicles, Tractors, and Forestry equipment.

- Invasive plant removal, chemical mixing, and safe herbicide use.

- ArcGIS Pro and natural resource data collection.

-Wildlife/Fisheries tasks and Prescribed Fire opportunities if available.

What you bring to the Internship:

• Ability to work outdoors.
• Energy and enthusiasm for field work.
• Coursework in natural resources, ecology, environmental science or a related field.
• Valid Driver's License

• Minimum age 18.
• Must have high school diploma or equivalent and an interest in natural resource management with preference given to individuals with advanced course work in the field.
• Must possess valid drivers license and have a good driving record verified through a background check.
• Ability to work outdoors and tolerate the climate and conditions of natural areas typical to NE Kansas

JCPRD requires reference/background screening for all positions. Specified criteria may vary by Department.