Native Plant Nursery Intern
Company/Organization: Turtle Island Restoration Network
Description:
The Native Plant Nursery Intern will work to organize and coordinate native plant nursery operations and assist the Salmon Protection and Watershed Network (SPAWN) intiative in entering the growing market for native plants. The Native Plant Nursery Intern will gain technical skills in plant identification, native plant propagation, nursery design and management, as well as business management skills to improve operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.Responsibilities/Tasks:
Native plant nursery operations and maintenance (e.g. seed collection, plant propagation, transplantation)
Watering and irrigation
Volunteer recruitment, coordination, training, and supervision
Inventory management
Data entry and database management
Biweekly posting on organization blog
Qualifications:
Desired Skills/Qualifications:
Experience in biology/environmental studies
Interest in botany/horticulture
Experience in fieldwork and/or habitat restoration
Ability to organize and motivate volunteers
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently
Ability to use PC or Mac proficiently (Windows Office)
Familiarity with spreadsheet software (e.g. MS Excel)
Valid drivers license (own vehicle a plus)
Hours:
40 hrs/week
Length/Availability:
12 weeks (minimum)
End Date:
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Deadline:
Open Until FilledAdditional Info:
Terms of Employment:Tags:
Project Duration: 12 weeks
o Two week trial period and possibility for internship extension after 12 week evaluation
Total hours: 40 hours/week
Compensation: stipend unavailable; cost-free housing may be available (space limited)
Gear:
Outdoor appropriate apparel
Field notebook recommended
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Turtle Island Restoration Network
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TIRN is a nonprofit environmental organization based in Marin County, California. Turtle Island carries out three initiatives: the Sea Turtle Restoration Project, the Salmon Protection and Watershed Network, and the Got Mercury Campaign.
TIRN and its suite of marine restoration programs work to protect endangered marine species, save critical ecosystems, improve consumer choices, encourage government action and inspire corporate responsibility, all to protect marine wildlife and the wild oceans we all rely upon.
Turtle Island Restoration Networks mission is to mobilize people in local communities around the world to protect marine wildlife and the oceans and inland watersheds that sustain them.
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http://www.tirn.net/
Olema, CA 94950
Phone: 4156638590
Email: chris@tirn.net
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