About the role#
The Natural Resource Intern works with staff, volunteers, and community partners to support stewardship workshops, data collection, and long-term sustainability efforts. This role advocates for the parks and natural resources managed by Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation.
What you'll do#
- Conduct species inventories and organize the resulting data.
- Prepare monthly progress reports on invasive species mitigation, vegetative life cycles, hazard tree removal, and management projects.
- Create and update standard operating procedures for daily tasks like seed collection or pruning.
- Develop materials for stewardship and volunteer programs.
- Collect and analyze parks and recreation data.
- Assist with trail maintenance, tree work, painting, custodial operations, and equipment upkeep.
- Support departmental program areas with volunteer needs and other duties as assigned.
What you'll need#
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Enrollment in or interest in a career in Natural Resource Management, Parks & Recreation, or a related environmental field.
- Higher education in Biology, Environmental Education, or Natural Resources is preferred.
- Prior experience in leadership, volunteer roles, or environmental education facilitation.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic computer functions.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with individuals, groups, and in public meetings.
- Ability to perform heavy physical labor, including lifting or moving 20-90 lbs and working in various positions like kneeling or crawling.
- Ability to stand or walk for extended periods and work at a computer workstation.
- Valid Indiana driver’s license and insurability to operate a motor vehicle.
- Indiana Pesticide Applicator certification or the ability to obtain it within one month of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Carmel, Indiana.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Part-time, paid.
About Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation
Carmel Clay Parks and Recreation is a government agency based in Carmel, Indiana. Founded in 1991, the organization manages over 500 acres of park land and various recreation facilities. It serves approximately 700,000 participants annually through its programs and centers. The agency employs 237 people and maintains operations through a partnership between the city and the township.
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