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Chesapeake Bay Foundation · 1 month ago

Maryland Restoration Intern

The Chesapeake Bay Foundation is seeking Maryland Restoration Interns to assist in outreach and restoration efforts across Maryland. The role involves hands-on restoration practices, engaging with volunteers, and supporting conservation initiatives at various sites including CBF’s Clagett Farm.

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Responsibilities

Loading and transporting trees from CBF’s Clagett Farm Tree Nursery (in Upper Marlboro, MD) to the restoration sites using a truck
Loading and transporting equipment to the sites
Assist volunteers on event days (signing in, demonstrating planting and use of equipment)
Assist in maintaining tree nursery stock (weeding, watering, and organizing)
Assist with small group volunteer events and workdays at CBF’s Clagett Farm
Help recruit a diverse contingent of volunteers for restoration events
Re-staking or removing/placing shelters on trees at previous planting sites
Assist with outreach on regenerative agriculture at farm events

Qualification

Environmental scienceAgricultureRestoration practicesOutreach workVolunteer coordinationPublic engagementPhysical stamina

Required

Possess a driver's license
Willing to drive CBF vehicles such as a pickup truck and van
Available at least three days a week, all day and on some weekends
Comfortable lifting at least 40lbs
Able to work with the general public and volunteers of all ages and backgrounds

Preferred

Strong background and interest in environmental science, agriculture, or related field
Desire to pursue restoration and/or outreach work as a future career
Combination of hands-on outdoor experience and education background
Familiar with environmental issues and problems facing the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries

Company

Chesapeake Bay Foundation

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The Chesapeake Bay Foundation is saving the Bay through education, advocacy, litigation, and restoration.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Hilary Harp Falk
President and CEO
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Tola Sanni, MBA, PMP
Chief Financial Officer
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