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MO Farm Bill Biologist Internships

Employer
Pheasants Forever Inc
Job Description, Responsibilities and Required Qualifications or Skills

Overview & Job Duties: Successful applicants will work in a joint capacity with USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC), Quail Forever (QF) and other partners to assist in the implementation of Farm Bill and other related wildlife conservation programs. Activities may include providing CRP contract status reviews, contract coordination, site assessment, and reporting. Interns will work directly with a QF Farm Bill Biologist and closely with local NRCS field staff assisting with various projects related to wildlife management. These positions will be located in a USDA Service Center and will be employees of, and supervised by Pheasants Forever, Inc.

Housing is not provided with the internship.

Anticipated Start and End Dates: May 18 through August 2026, with flexibility

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Must be pursuing a career in wildlife management or natural resources field.
  • Must be able to work effectively with private landowners, governmental agency staff, and conservation organization representatives.
  • Ability to work independently with little supervision.
  • Ability to work under adverse weather conditions.
  • Ability to correctly identify and/or learn to identify grasses, forbs, trees, and shrubs.
  • Must be able to follow detailed verbal and written instructions.
  • Complete and comprehend all training as directed by supervisor(s).
  • Abide by all company policies, rules, and safety regulations as directed.
  • Valid driver’s license required with an acceptable driving record.
  • Experience driving 4x4 vehicles with and without trailers preferred.
  • Must be able to obtain USDA Federal Security Clearance.

Education and Experience Preferred: Any combination of training and/or experience that will enable applicants to possess the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Applicants must be pursuing or possess a degree in biology, wildlife management, or closely related field with natural resources focus. 

Job Field:
Fisheries
Forestry
Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Water and Soil Resources
Wildlife
GIS/Technology
Policy/Administrative
Community Forestry & Arboriculture
Other
Job Type:
Seasonal, Temporary, Internship
Location Detail:
4 positions available in Missouri:
Chillicothe, Milan, Shelbyville, or Jackson
Salary:
$16.75/hour, 32-40 hours per week
Job Benefits:

How To Apply: 

Please include your cover letter, resume and 3 references as a single Microsoft Word document or PDF file on our recruitment website at www.quailforever.org/jobs. Please clearly indicate location preference or simply say “No Location Preference" if none. Only online applications will be accepted.

Contact
Haley Lockard, PF/QF Missouri Farm Bill Manager, hlockard@quailforever.org or (816) 427-1451.

Application Deadline:

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