Natural Resource Intern
Location: American River Parkway (Hazel Ave → I-5 confluence), Carmichael/Sacramento, CA
Format: Primarily in-person fieldwork (some office time)
Term & Hours: Minimum 90 hours over 8–16 weeks (flexible schedule; some weekends)
Compensation: Unpaid volunteer internship; academic credit may be arranged through your school
Reports to: Natural Resource Manager
Role Summary
Support habitat restoration, invasive plant management, native plant garden care, and long-term monitoring along the American River Parkway. Gain practical field skills, experience coordinating volunteers, and exposure to professional restoration and data collection projects.
What You’ll Do
- Assist with invasive plant mapping and removal
- Help maintain native plant gardens
- Collect GPS data and contribute to GIS and iNaturalist tracking
- Support volunteer groups and lead at least one volunteer day a month
- Maintain tools and assist with general trail work/upkeep
Skills Gained
- Restoration and native plant management
- GPS data collection and field monitoring
- Volunteer coordination and leadership
- Flora and fauna identification
- Environmental and outdoor education
Qualifications
- Interest in Environmental Science, Biology, or Natural Resources
- Comfortable working outdoors and hiking with equipment
- Reliable, organized, and safety-minded
Time Commitment
Minimum 90 total hours. Typical hours are scheduled weekdays between 8:30 am–4:30 pm, with occasional weekend commitments.
How to Apply
Email [email protected] with the subject line “Natural Resource Intern – [Your Name]” and include:
- A short statement of interest
- Your résumé (optional but encouraged)
- Your school/major and desired term