Deadline: Fri, 03/01/2024 - 12:00pm Employer: Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources Job Field: Fisheries Forestry Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management Wildlife Policy/Administrative Other Job Type: Seasonal, Temporary, Internship Location: Virginia Location Detail: Richmond, Virginia Job Description: Job Duties This is a great opportunity for a rising college junior or higher, who has a demonstrated interest in the professional field of human-wildlife coexistence (includes positive, neutral, and negative human-wildlife interactions), including common types of human-wildlife conflicts, and to promote beneficial human-wildlife coexistence practices to the public, by working with Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) professionals who share the same passion and interest. The DWR is responsible for the management of inland fisheries, wildlife, and recreational boating for the Commonwealth of Virginia. We are leading wildlife conservation and inspiring people to value the outdoors and their role in nature. DWR values Diversity, Opportunity and Inclusion by striving to become a workforce that is reflective of the population it serves and recognized as the "employer of choice for all" in state government for recruiting, retaining, and sustaining a ready, diverse, and highly skilled workforce. We will ensure that policies and practices support an inclusive culture, not only in a manner that complies with all applicable laws, but also fosters an environment in which every individual has the opportunity to prosper and contribute to the mission of the agency. The successful incumbent will be self-motivated and able to work independently; excellent oral and written communication skills, a demonstrated interest in human-wildlife interactions, and experience with Adobe design products and/or designing webpage content. The 12-week internship is from May 17, 2024, thru August 2, 2024, and will average 30-40 hours per week. Housing may be provided for this internship opportunity; however, it will require a 40-45-minute commute to the assigned work location. The successful incumbent will be responsible for securing their own transportation needs. Opportunities for Professional Development —Learn about the professional field of human-wildlife coexistence (includes positive, neutral, and negative human-wildlife interactions), including common types of human-wildlife conflicts, —Learn the broad scope of public interests and concerns managed within the professional field of human-wildlife coexistence, and —Learn various strategies that fish, and wildlife agencies employ to both manage conflict and to promote beneficial human-wildlife coexistence practices to the public. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications —Applicant must be at least 18 years of age and be enrolled as a college undergraduate junior or higher, for the fall 2025 semester; —Must currently be authorized to work in the United States, per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services requirements (www.uscis.gov/l-9}; —Minimum GPA of 2.8 and be able to provide official college/university documentation of current GPA; —Have a valid driver's license; —Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel); —Able to work independently, while following supervisor's instructions and guidance; and —Have the ability to collect, organize, analyze and disseminate information with attention to detail and accuracy. Additional Considerations —Student working towards an undergraduate or graduate degree in Public Administration, Natural Resources, or related field; —Experience in preparing information and research materials to support a policy, theory, approach, method, etc.; —Demonstrated time management skills when working on multiple deliverables; —Prior experience volunteering and/or working for a conservation or wildlife organization; and —Prior experience designing webpage content, a plus. Miscellaneous: You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position. Salary: $16.00 per hour Benefits: Housing may be provided for this internship opportunity; however, it will require a 40-45-minute commute to the assigned work location. The successful incumbent will be responsible for securing their own transportation needs. How to Apply: ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED VIA JOBS.VIRGINIA.GOV WILL BE ACCEPTED. https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/efd3d0af-bc8f-4599-b152-a78414eb6f9e
