Conservation Intern

Taking care of our environment has never been more important than it is today. The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) is looking for two Conservation Technicians to join a team committed to protecting our most important natural areas and the plants and animals they sustain.NCC is the nation’s leading not-for-profit, private land conservation organization, working to protect our most important natural areas and the species they sustain. Since 1962, NCC and its supporters have protected 15 million hectares (more than 35 million acres) of ecologically significant land across Canada. NCC takes a collaborative, science-based approach to achieve conservation success for the sake of nature and Canadians. With a national office in Toronto and seven regional offices across the country, NCC delivers results you can walk on.
- **Purpose and General Description**:
Are you passionate about conserving some of Eastern Ontario’s most important natural spaces? Do you want to have a positive, lasting impact on nature? Are you looking for a well-rounded position to kick-start your conservation career with hands-on experience? We want to hear from you

NCC is looking for two enthusiastic people to join the Eastern Ontario stewardship team as Conservation Technicians. Working closely with NCC’s Coordinator of Conservation Biology, these internship positions will help the stewardship team to conduct fieldwork in Frontenac Arch and Ottawa Valley, process field data, and prepare reports. There are also opportunities to interact with partner organizations, local stewards, and volunteers. These positions are intended to provide an inspiring, learning-focused environment for two junior professionals.

**Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Participate in a variety of fieldwork on NCC properties across Eastern Ontario including:
- Classifying ecosystems by helping to identify plants (with assistance);
- Conducting property inspections to check for natural disturbances, vandalism, trespassing, emerging threats, and risks and liabilities;
- Removing invasive plant species using manual and chemical control methods;
- Monitoring biodiversity targets (e.g. species at risk, vegetation communities) and threats (e.g. invasive species);
- General property maintenance including trail monitoring and sign installation;
- Data entry, analysis, research and reporting using Microsoft Office and an internal database system;
- Assist with volunteer and property steward management;
- Assist with compliance monitoring of conservation easements;
- Other duties as assigned

**Required Skills and Attributes**:
This posting is targeted to individuals possessing the following skills:

- Enthusiastic about conserving nature;
- Adaptable/ flexible with day-to-day plans;
- Comfortable hiking/working in remote wilderness locations without trails (dense forest with black flies / ticks etc.) for extended periods in various weather;
- Enjoys working as part of a team, and has a sense of humour, compassionate, good-natured, positive attitude;
- Clear, professional and thoughtful communicator to landowners, public, colleagues;
- Reliable, punctual, and responsible;
- Willingness to learn and follow protocols;
- Self-motivated to work independently;
- Excellent organizational skills;
- Proficient with data management and spreadsheet software;
- Physical work will be required (e.g., strenuous hiking, carrying a heavy backpack, etc.);
- Valid class “G” driver’s license, ability to rent a vehicle and comfort driving on highways and rough roads.

The following additional skills and abilities would be assets in this position but are not required to apply. Training will be provided by NCC to further develop these skills:

- Basic knowledge of plants, wildlife and vegetation communities in Eastern Ontario as well as experience using identification keys;
- Experience with manual and/or chemical control methods for invasive species removal;
- Experience engaging with members of the public or volunteers;
- Standard First Aid - Level ‘C’ CPR certification.

**Terms of Employment**:

- Subject to funding, A 26-week position between April 29 and October 25, 2024; and, A 16-week position between May 6 and August 23, 2024.
- Compensation: $20.70/hour;
- Evening and weekend work may be required but is infrequent.
- Positions will include “office work” that will be completed in QUBS office

**How to Apply**

NCC is an equal opportunity employer. If you are interested in joining our team, please submit your cover letter, resume and salary expectations through our **Internship Program** **page in our Career Centre.**_
Application Deadline_**

March 17, 2024 11:59pm EST, 9:59pm Mountain Time, 8:59pm Pacific Time, 10:50pm CST, 00:59 am +1 AST