About the role#
The Direction des espèces floristiques menacées ou vulnérables works to identify and protect threatened plant species and their habitats. As a biology intern, you will support the implementation of the Loi sur les espèces menacées ou vulnérables. This role involves a mix of office work, laboratory tasks, and fieldwork. You will work in a hybrid environment, splitting time between the office and remote work, while occasionally traveling to various regions of Quebec to conduct site visits under diverse conditions.
What you'll do#
- Manage vegetation databases and perform data analysis.
- Contribute to report writing and initiate projects using geomatics.
- Develop a management system for herbarium samples.
- Plan and prepare for fieldwork, including communicating with partners.
- Conduct site visits as needed.
- Support the analysis of the floristic components of authorization requests.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a 1st cycle university program in Biology, Biological and Ecological Sciences, Natural and Developed Environments, or a related field for the Winter 2027 session.
- Proficiency in French.
- Legal authorization to work in Canada.
- A valid Class 5 driver's license.
- Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite, specifically Excel.
- Background in botany and ecological inventory.
- Familiarity with geomatics tools like ArcGIS or QGIS and R software.
- CPR and first aid certification is considered an asset.
Location & details#
- Location: Québec, QC.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Modality: Hybrid (remote and on-site).
About Gouvernement du Québec – Carrières
The Gouvernement du Québec manages public services across the province through approximately twenty ministries and sixty agencies. Its workforce of over 36,000 employees handles tasks ranging from road safety and natural resource protection to cultural promotion. The organization operates out of Québec City and maintains a presence across the entire province. It focuses on administration, public policy, and various technical sectors.
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