RES is currently accepting applications for a Summer Ecology Project Associate in our Athens, GA office. The assignment typically runs from May-August, but the duration is negotiable based on your schedule. This is a full-time position; consisting of a workweek of 40 hours.
At RES, we believe that human progress and the restoration of nature鈥檚 resources can go hand in hand. Our belief made us what we are today - the nation鈥檚 leading ecological restoration company, with over 300 stream miles restored and conserved, 20,000,000 trees planted, and 15,000 acres of special-status species habitat established.
The Mission: You will work with ecologist, engineers and regulatory personnel to perform all aspects of fieldwork and assist with data entry and compilation of technical reports, under the supervision of a member of the ecology team.
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Around 75% of your time you will be in the field! You will learn how to collect a variety of field data, including delineating streams and wetlands, monitoring vegetation, conducting biological and geomorphic stream surveys, and performing hydrologic monitoring!
Please be advised that we perform these tasks come rain or come shine and that working outside in harsh and adverse weather conditions (including both cold and hot environments) is part of the routine. You will also be walking long distances, traversing difficult terrain through thick vegetation, climbing, bending, lifting heavy objects, and performing other physical activities. We have projects all over the state of Georgia, so extensive travel鈥痺ith overnight stays is often required.
Around 25% of your time, you will be assisting in office work. You will be dealing with data entry and technical report preparation, as well as other restoration site maintenance and management tasks, so be ready to showcase your technical writing, communication skills, and attention to detail during the interview!
Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of your duties.
We would love to talk to you if you have many of the following:
What will make you stand out?
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RES is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law.
As the nation鈥檚 largest nature-based solutions company, RES (Resource Environmental Solutions) is restoring a resilient earth for a modern world, ...