College Conservation Internship

Westmoreland Sanctuary is seeking BS or MS students or recent graduates in environmental sciences or related fields (botany, forestry, ecology, conservation biology etc.). This position provides exposure to all aspects of work at a wildlife sanctuary, hands-on experience in the natural history and science field and means to develop interpretive skills. Experience will be gained in field conservation, environmental education, grant review, and in the preparation of both scientific reports and professional presentations.  This internship has a stipend ranging from $1,500-$2,500 and can count for college credit. There is a performance-based bonus that may be awarded at the end of the internship.  

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: 

• Learn to identify and monitor plants and wildlife.
• Remove invasive plants and plant native flora in typical summer conditions.
• Assist with teaching environmental education programs.
• Partake in bird banding, turtle monitoring, water quality and bird breeding survey projects.
• Complete an independent research project to further our natural resources management plan and submit both a final paper and presentation.
• Provide care to animals housed within the museum.

Other requirements: 

• Hours will vary based on the day’s agenda.
• Have reliable transportation to and from the Sanctuary in Bedford, New York.