Intern - Fisheries Management (Summer)

Session: Summer (May - August). Hiring Manager: Todd Kaufman. Agency: Department of Game, Fish and Parks. Location: Webster.

About the role

Successful candidates will work both independently and as part of a team. Independent work primarily involves conducting Angler Use and Harvest Surveys and Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) sampling and/or education efforts within the northeast fish management area. This position also assists with fish population surveys and ongoing research projects. Interns will work independently and must be able to communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers and the public. Pursuit of a career in fisheries and wildlife or biological sciences is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Angler Use and Harvest Surveys
• Perform Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) sampling and/or education efforts
• Assist with fish population surveys and ongoing research projects
• Field work: netting, electrofishing, AIS watercraft inspection/decontamination
• Data entry using tablets and computers
• Laboratory work: removing fish aging structures and estimating fish ages
• Maintenance of vehicles, equipment, buildings, and grounds
• Develop independent research proposal with staff assistance (optional)
• Work nights and weekends as required

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled as a part-time or full-time student at a college, university, or technical institute at time of application
• Minimum of 6 credit hours in upcoming semester or immediately preceding semester
• By start of internship, should have completed one year (nine months) of chosen program
• Preference may be given to juniors/seniors, South Dakota residents, and students of South Dakota institutions
• Valid driver’s license required

Pay

Minimum salary: $19.09 hourly