The North Shore Land Alliance’s William C. and Joyce C. O’Neil Conservation Steward program delivers valuable conservation-related experiences to qualified college students interested in building careers in protection of our natural resources. 

Working with Darcy McDowell, the Associate Director of Stewardship, interns will be responsible for:

• Maintaining plantings as part of habitat restoration projects
• Trail maintenance and building
• Monitoring and removal of invasive plants
• Working with volunteers and staff in preserve management projects
• Leading educational nature walks and programs
• Monitoring flora and fauna within the preserves owned by the land alliance.

Required Competencies:

• Commitment to environmental conservation
• Comfort with being outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
• Comfort with working both independently and as part of a team
• Research, communication and writing skills
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• An interest in conservation education
• Ability to get to and between job sites is a must!

Preferred Competencies:

• Ability to identify local flora/fauna species
• Experience with gardening/plant care
• Experience managing invasive plants
• Experience giving educational programs/presentations

Duration: June 2nd to August 8th

Hours: 32 hours per week / 10 weeks

Pay: $5,000 for the duration of internship