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SEARCH RESULTS 16 Opportunities Found
Opportunity Description: Volunteers will provide tours of the new exhibit in the newly restored historic Ferry Building on Ellis Island. Volunteers will also provide information on the rehabilitation of the south side of Ellis Island at the information desk in the Ellis Island Immigration Museum. Save Ellis Island is a partner of the Statue of Liberty NM and Ellis Island. For more information on Save Ellis Island go to www.saveellisisland.org
Opportunity Description: Wednesdays through Sundays. Intern will be stationed on the beach at the edge of a designated Wilderness area on Long Beach Island, NJ to greet visitors and promote a greater understanding of the Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge and the importance of its Holgate Unit. As one of New Jersey’s last undeveloped barrier beaches, Holgate is an important and productive area for beach-nesting birds—including three New Jersey State-endangered beach-nesting bird species: the least tern, black skimmer, and the piping plover which is also a federally threatened shorebird. Intern will serve as public use assistant to promote public stewardship of the Refuge’s biodiversity and foster support of wilderness lands and endangered species. Intern will also prepare and present talks and other outreach programs to the general public, develop educational exhibits and represent the refuge at community events. A Junior, Senior or graduate student with background in environmental education, interpretation, public affairs, environmental studies or natural resources is desirable. Public speaking/group skills a plus. Able to tolerate heat, biting bugs, and humidity. Newly remodeled dormitory style housing available. Interns are reimbursed for meals and incidental expenses at a rate of $181.50 week Must apply by January 20, 2010. 
Please Complete Your Application at: OUTREACH INTERN Application
Opportunity Description: Two full time interns needed to assist with monitoring coastal nesting birds (federally listed piping plover, least tern, black skimmer, and American oystercatcher), saltmarsh restoration, and reforestation management at Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge, Oceanville, NJ. Duties include but are not limited to: collecting vegetative, water, and mosquito samples from refuge salt marsh areas, conducting marsh bird surveys; censusing a variety of beach nesting birds, monitoring productivity from laying to fledging, erecting predator exclosures, posting nest areas and newly acquired refuge lands, data entry, report preparation, light maintenance, and educating the public. Interns will be working long hours and some weekends and holidays in adverse conditions. Interns must be in good physical condition, possess valid driver’s license, able to use kayak, canoe and other small non-motorized boats, have good hearing and eyesight to see and hear cryptic piping plovers, have good communication and organizational skills, ability to work well with others, live in close quarters, and be an enthusiastic field worker. Work vehicle and equipment provided. Previous coastal bird experience, familiarity with field research techniques, data collection procedures, and computer skills helpful. Newly remodeled dormitory style housing available. Interns are reimbursed for meals and incidental expenses at a rate of $181.50 week. Must apply by January 20, 2010.
Please Complete Your Application at: COASTAL NESTING BIRDS INTERN Application
Opportunity Description: One full time intern needed primarily to assist with invasive plant species inventory, mapping and eradication. Interns will mechanically, biologically, and chemically control invasive plant species within the refuge boundary and monitor areas treated. Assist with biological surveys. Data collection will follow standardized wildlife inventory/monitoring procedures and may include: vegetation surveys, waterbird surveys, invertebrate sampling, and bathymetry surveys. In addition, assist with water level management actions within refuge impoundments. Other duties as assigned include, but not limited to maintenance, construction, data entry, and office assistance. Interns may be working long and variable hours in adverse conditions. Applicants must be in good physical condition, possess valid driver’s license, be able to use kayak, canoe and/or other small non-motorized boats, have good communication and organizational skills, ability to work well with others, live in close quarters, and be an enthusiastic field worker. Work vehicle and equipment provided. Familiarity with field research techniques, data collection procedures, and computer skills helpful. Interns are reimbursed for meals and incidental expenses at a rate of $181.50 week.Must apply by January 20, 2010.
Please Complete Your Application at: BIOLOGICAL INTERN Application
Opportunity Description: Volunteers provide information and visitor services working as a guide at Ellis Island. 1)Information Volunteer: Assists at information desk on Ellis Island by providing information to park visitors and handing out park publications and other written materials. Assists with Lost & Found Property Reports. 2) Ferry Dock Orientation Volunteer: Welcomes arriving visitors to Ellis Island. Provides answers to visitor questions about their visit. 3) Roving Information Volunteer: Provides information to park visitors as they rove the walkways and museum on Ellis Island. Alerts Park Rangers of any problems that arise from the visiting public or any hazard they may encounter. Other volunteer projects may include assisting with ongoing education programs and exhibits, assisting with clerical work, and any other appropriate and approved project of a volunteer's design.
Opportunity Description: Wallkill River NWR is located in rural Sussex County, New Jersey amid beautiful rolling hills and peaceful valleys. Deer and turkey abound; yet still only over an hour’s drive to New York City. The refuge currently owns over 5,000 acres with 9 miles of the gently flowing Wallkill River running through it. Within the refuge boundary are 3 hiking trails including a portion of the Appalachian Trail and 3 canoe/kayak access points. The refuge headquarters is located in a beautifully renovated farm house. We are a small, friendly staff who enjoy what we do and are looking for the right individual or couple to compliment our team. The refuge is seeking resident volunteers for the 2010 season. A complete hook-up; water, electricity, and free propane is provided in exchange for 24 hours per week for a single volunteer and 32 hours per week for a volunteer couple. There are numerous projects to utilize your time and talents such as maintaining hiking trails, outdoor educational programs, and handyman type maintenance. The campsites are available April through October. A valid driver’s license and a defensive driving course (provided) is required to operate a government vehicle. Applicants with FWS training certificates are always in demand.
Opportunity Description: Volunteers built the Appalachian National Scenic Trail, and volunteers keep it alive and flourishing today. Volunteer programs appeal to people with diverse talents, interests and experience levels. -- Join a trail crew for a volunteer vacation Search the A.T. volunteer database to find something in your area now: www.appalachiantrail.org/VolunteerNOW
Contact partners active in New Jersey: New York-New Jersey Trail Conference
Opportunity Description: Volunteers built the Appalachian National Scenic Trail, and volunteers keep it alive and flourishing today. Volunteer programs appeal to people with diverse talents, interests and experience levels. -- Join a trail crew for a volunteer vacation Search the A.T. volunteer database to find something in Pennsylvania now:
Opportunity Description: Volunteer as a Resident Volunteer at the Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge! The diverse programs on this refuge utilize volunteers of all ages and abilities.Accommodations:Brand new.... two RV sites with full hook-ups. Washer and dryer available at the intern house just a few feet away. Internet and telephone access available after hours. These sites offer solitude and quiet with a beautiful view of Lily Lake.Requirements: - 24 hours per week per person (assuming 2 people) in exchange for campsite.- flexibility- a positive attitude
Opportunity Description: Volunteer will assist refuge staff in managing the operations of the refuge. Activities mayinclude answering phones, responding to public inquiries, assisting with photocopying, and preparing mailings. Word processing experience is helpful. Needed on weekdays. Flexible schedule. |
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