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2008 INTERN POSITIONS |
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Operation
Migration seeks three interns to assist with its work on the
Whooping Crane reintroduction project. Applicants must be at least
18 years of age. Mature adults and those with bird handling
experience or a background in animal husbandry, biology, etc will be
given preference. |
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INTERN POSITION 'A' |
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One intern is
needed to work with OM’s crew solely at the Patuxent Wildlife
Research Center in Laurel, MD from mid April through mid July (12 –
14 weeks). The Intern ‘A’ position is paid a weekly stipend of $125
for a five-day work week. Non-local residents will be provided with
on-site accommodation.
duties at patuxent, md
include:
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hands-on care and rearing of Whooping Crane chicks;
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exercising, early training and assistance imprinting chicks on
ultralight aircraft
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maintenance, cleaning training yards, chick pens, carpets, and
mopping floors;
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mowing grass
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assisting with detailed record keeping;
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contributing content for website field journal. |
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Two
interns are needed from
mid-April through to the end of the annual migration (approx.
mid-December). These positions begin at Patuxent in MD, move to
Necedah, WI for the summer, and will travel from WI to FL for the
fall migration. Non-local residents will be provided with on-site
accommodation and a weekly stipend of $125 for a five day work week
while at Patuxent. While in Necedah and on migration Interns will be
provided with meals and accommodation in OM’s motorhomes and
trailers and receive a weekly stipend of $105 for a five-day work
week.
duties at patuxent, md
include:
(see above).
duties at necedah nwr, wi
include:
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move to Necedah in Necedah, WI late June or early July
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care and feeding of Whooping crane chicks
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continue socialization, exercising, training, conditioning
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maintenance of pens and equipment, lawn mowing
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assistance with early imprinting on ultralight aircraft
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assisting with detailed record keeping;
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contributing content for website field journal.
duties on fall migration
include:
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traveling from WI to FL
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care and feeding of Whooping crane chicks
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cleaning/maintenance of pens and equipment, lawn mowing
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performing bird and pen checks
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setting up/tearing down travel pens
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driving motorhomes/trucks hauling trailers
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contributing content for website field journal.
what are
we looking for?
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A mature, enthusiastic, self-starter willing/able to work very long
hours, and perform hard physical labor.
2. Stamina to wear full costume in extreme heat and
discipline to adhere to no talking protocol.
3. Someone possessing the ability to both take direction and
work without supervision.
4. Compatibility with diverse personalities; able to live and
work in close quarters under adverse conditions.
5. Patience, tolerance, and a sense of humor are necessary.
valued assets:
1. A mechanical aptitude.
2. Motorhome/trailer towing experience.
3. Education /outreach/writing skills or experience.
Applicants should send a cover letter and resume via email to
info@operationmigration.org. Applications will be accepted until
position is filled. |
