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Invasive Species and Biosecurity Outreach

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

On-siteFull-timeSocial & Community Services

Key skills

  • Biology
  • Fluent Spanish

Make an impact while you learn. The Semester of Service Program offers students a volunteer project-based opportunity to support real Federal missions, gaining hands-on experience and valuable career-ready skills. The government-wide "Semester of Service" Student Volunteer Program enables Federal agencies to engage students in unpaid, project-based assignments of limited duration aligning with each agency's strategic priorities.

Qualifications

Applicants will be considered based on their knowledge, skills or abilities related to project needs. Specifically, applicants should: Be a current undergraduate or graduate student in biology, wildlife biology, environmental science, conservation, natural resource management, environmental education, communications, or a related field. Preferred qualifications include: Interest in wildlife conservation, invasive species management, island ecology, environmental education, or public outreach. Strong communication and organizational skills. Ability and willingness to participate in outdoor field activities in tropical conditions. Ability to work collaboratively with Refuge staff, partners, visitors, and community members. Spanish/English bilingual skills.

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