Subject: Spring 2017 Semester Internship U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Description:
Non-Paid Intern Positions Available
Location:5275 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA 22041
Duration:Spring Semester, 2017 (extensions may be granted based on
evaluation, Branch needs, and intern’s schedule)
Hours: 8 to 16 hours per week (minimum 8 hours per week) during normal
business hours (Monday – Friday 6:30a-5:30p); days and times of the week
are flexible
Qualifications: Enrollment in a college or university, good
communication/writing skills, background/knowledge in wildlife biology,
environmental science and policy, ecology, or similar preferred; experience
with basic computer applications

Student interns will assist with annual candidate species assessments as
required under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). This will include literature
searches, analyzing complex biological data, and writing biological
assessments that will be used in formulating, supporting, or justifying
Agency decisions related to the ESA. Other duties may include providing
administrative support, developing outreach materials, assisting with
reporting requirements, database entry, and attending on-site or offsite
meetings or trainings.

This is a great opportunity if you are interested in learning more about
international conservation, Federal and international laws governing
wildlife, and experience in endangered species research and writing.

To apply: Please send your resume, references and a writing sample to Dana
Hartley at [log in to unmask] by December 30, 2016.
For more information on the Branch of Foreign Species, visit our webpage at
http://www.fws.gov/endangered/what-we-do/international-activities.html

Contact Person: Dana Hartley
Contact Email: [log in to unmask]
Website URL:
http://www.fws.gov/endangered/what-we-do/international-activities.html