Job Summary
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Skills and Qualifications
Environmental Intern – General
Department: Environmental Mentor: Shawn McKenney Contact: Shawn. McKenney @ glt-nsn. gov | 616.260.4361 Schedule: 2 – 3 full 8 hour days per week, no Fridays | 3276 10th St., Wayland— Arrive by 8:00 a. m. Age Requirement: 15 +
Job Summary
The Environmental Intern will assist with and gain hands-on experience across a variety of Environmental Department projects. This position provides meaningful exposure to land and water stewardship practices, species management, ecological restoration, waste management initiatives, and cultural resource support.
Interns will work outdoors in varying weather conditions and should be prepared for active fieldwork, project assistance, and environmental monitoring tasks. The role is ideal for those interested in ecology, environmental science, biology, natural resources, or land stewardship.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Assist with invasive species identification, removal, and management
• Support habitat restoration efforts such as planting, clearing, and site maintenance
• Participate in water quality monitoring, sampling, and data collection
• Assist with nmé( sturgeon) hatchery operations, including feeding, cleaning, and monitoring
• Help with mnomen( wild rice) monitoring and restoration activities
• Support Jijak Youth Camp environmental activities and cultural learning experiences
• Assist with composting, food waste initiatives, and related sustainability projects
• Help with e-waste and tire collection events
• Follow daily schedules, maintain tools and equipment, and assist in field preparation
• Attend field days at various Tribal properties; lunches may be eaten on site
• Perform other environmental tasks as assigned
Essential Skills and Qualifications
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude and work well in a team environment
• Reliability, preparedness, and punctuality for scheduled field days
• Comfort working outdoors in fluctuating weather and natural terrain
• Willingness to learn and participate in hands-on land and water stewardship
• Physical ability to perform outdoor tasks such as walking, carrying equipment, bending, and standing
• Interest in environmental science, ecology, or natural resources( preferred but not required)
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