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Texas A&M University · 6 hours ago

Student Intern - Lubbock

Lubbock TFS

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$17/hr - $17/hr

Texas A&M Forest Service is seeking a Student Intern for a seasonal position in Lubbock, TX. The intern will work closely with various coordinators and professionals to gain experience in fire and natural resource management programs, supporting fire prevention efforts and assisting with GIS mapping and data support.

Higher Education

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Gain familiarization in both fire and natural resource management programs

Engage in supporting fire prevention and mitigation programs, which include development of Community Wildfire Protection Plans and Firewise Communities, hazardous fuel projects (including prescribed fire and forest mulching) and wildland fire training if available

Provide GIS mapping and data support, assist in Stewardship plan writing, Oak Wilt surveys and assist with landowner workshops

Assist in promoting the benefits of prescribed fire and mechanical fuel reduction projects

Provide support for fire department capacity building programs and wildfire response

Assist other programs and branches with delivery

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

GIS/GPS programsNatural Resource ManagementForestryCommunication skillsMulti-taskingCooperative workPC-based software

Required

Must be currently enrolled at an accredited college/university that have completed their junior year of college up to second-year post-graduates (masters/Ph. D students), in a course of study relevant to the mission of the agency: Natural Resource Management, Range Science, Forestry, Emergency Management or closely related field

Valid State of Texas Drivers license

PC-based programs and software

Good oral and written communication skills

Multi-task and work cooperatively with others

Must meet moderate physical fitness standard of a 2-mile walk carrying 25lb pack in 30 minutes or less to be allowed on the fireline

Preferred

Preference given to students with a 3.0 or higher GPA

Ability to utilize GIS/GPS programs

Company

Texas A&M University

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Texas A&M University has a proud history that stretches back to 1876 when The Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas became the first public institution of higher learning in the state of Texas.

Founded in 1876

College Station, TX, US

10001+ employees

https://tamu.edu

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