[POSITION FILLED] Conservation & Ecological Restoration Summer Intern

Organization

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center

Job Posted

March 2, 2022

Job status

Job Category

Job Type

Job Duration

Job Compensation Type

Remote

No

Contact Name

Stephen Benigno

Contact Email

sbenigno@houstonarboretum.org

Location

Houston, TX
United States
The Houston Arboretum & Nature Center is looking for an undergraduate or graduate student with an interest in conservation, ecological restoration, and ecosystem research for a summer internship position. This internship is designed to help a student perform research, allowing them to receive school credit hours. Please have your university contact us if there are any questions about this internship applying to credit hours for your program.

Summary

The Houston Arboretum & Nature Center is looking for an undergraduate or graduate student with an interest in conservation, ecological restoration, and ecosystem research for a summer internship position. This internship is designed to help a student perform research, allowing them to receive school credit hours. Please have your university contact us if there are any questions about this internship applying to credit hours for your program.

About the Arboretum
Houston Arboretum & Nature Center is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide education about the natural environment to people of all ages, and to protect and enhance the Arboretum as a haven and sanctuary for native plants and animals. Located on the western edge of Memorial Park, this 155-acre urban nature sanctuary encourages visitors to slow down and enjoy the natural world. One of the first nature education facilities for children in the state of Texas, the Arboretum proudly welcomes over 10,000 school children and 600,000 visitors annually. 

Please visit the Arboretum website for more info.

How to apply:

Submit the documents below to Conservation Director, Stephen Benigno, at sbenigno@houstonarboretum.org.

  • Official Transcripts
  • A one page resume with work history, relevant coursework, and any other relevant information
  • A one page cover letter explaining why you are interested and qualified for this opportunity and what experiences you hope to achieve through the internship

Compensation Information

$12/hr