Aquatic Invasive Species Intern (Paid)

Two Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) interns will work together on outreach, education, and watercraft inspections at boat landings in Bayfield, Ashland, Iron and Douglas County. AIS Interns will conduct invasive species outreach with boaters in the Lake Superior basin. They will wash boats and other equipment with a portable pressure washing unit at boat launches and other public venues. Interns will provide invasive species information to residents and tourists through informal conversations and scheduled programs. Most of the work will be in the field without direct supervision, interacting with residents and tourists daily. Successful candidates may also assist with data entry, outreach programs, invasive species management, and AIS surveys.  Positions are funded with grants through the U.S. Forest Service.

June through August. Part-time on weekends. Saturdays and Sundays, 10 hours each day.

Examples of Duties

• Inspect watercraft for invasive species.
• Engage and educate visitors at boat launches.
• Perform watercraft decontamination with a hot water pressure washer.
• Drive a county vehicle to sites, towing and operating a power-washer that is mounted on a trailer.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Successful candidates must be independently motivated, responsible, detail-oriented, flexible, and have good interpersonal communication.
• Must be able to occasionally lift a maximum of 50 pounds and work outdoors in inclement weather.
• Valid driver’s license required; reliable, insured vehicle preferred. Mileage expenses will be reimbursed.  
• Experience in identifying aquatic invasive species, and familiarity with invasive species concepts (preferred).
• Experience driving a truck and towing, attaching, and backing up a trailer (preferred).