Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge, Fish and Wildlife Service

Employment Opportunities

Government Positions
Positions that are available at the San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge Complex are listed in the Federal Government employment web site.

Grant-Funded Positions
Occasionally, listings for positions funded through grants or partners become available and will be listed here.

Internships
The San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge Complex maintains a year-round intern program, offering qualified individuals the opportunity to gain experience in the fields of wildlife biology, environmental education or visitor services. For periods of time varying from 12 weeks to a year, interns may be offered housing at the Don Edwards SFB NWR while supporting one or more of the National Wildlife Refuges within the Complex. Below is a list of the types of internships that are offered and a brief description. Each internship also lists where the position will be advertised if there is an opening. Due to many variables, we do not always know when a position becomes available. Duties also vary depending upon the season. It is recommended that you review the descriptions below and check the web sites listed periodically to see if we are hiring. Do not send your resumé. All inquires regarding internships will be referred back to this web page.

	Biology Intern Responsibilities include: Endangered plant and animal surveys (birds, mice, plants, amphibians and invertebrates); endangered and native plant seed collection; non-native vegetation mapping and removal; weed surveys, mapping, and control; avian predator surveys; vernal/seasonal pool sampling; nest success monitoring; cross support with other refuges; data entry; report preparation; GPS; occasional early morning/late evening/weekend work; and working with staff and volunteers. When hiring, listings can be found at: San Jose State University Career Center Texas A&M University Job Board Society for Conservation Biology Biology Intern - San Pablo Bay NWR and Marin Islands NWR Responsibilities include: Native plant propagation, plant restoration, and invasive plant control; mapping of invasive plants with GPS and managing spatial data; assistance with small mammal and bird surveys; database management. When hiring, listing can be found at: Sonoma State University UC Davis Internship and Career Center Texas A&M University Job Board Society of Conservation Biology Wildlife Society Biology Intern - Endangered Least Tern (May-August) Responsibilities include: Monitor colony of endangered birds and their predators; heavy record keeping; good computer and communication skills; work with staff and volunteers. When hiring, lisiting can be found at: Texas A&M University Job Board Society for Conservation Biology Environmental Education Intern Responsibilities include: Support the Environmental Education Program and weekend programs at the Visitor Center and Environmental Education Center; assist with office work and coordination of events; communicate with educators; perform equipment maintenance; assist with weekend programs; develop education curriculum for on/off site use; greet visitors and provide refuge information. When hiring, listings can be found on this web page. Do not send your resumé until there is a job listing. Nine-month Environmental Education Intern - Click here for more information Visitor Services Intern Responsibilities include: Work with volunteers from a variety of backgrounds & ages; staff and manage the Visitor Center Desk; lead volunteer groups; write and/or assist with editing the volunteer newsletter; assist/lead special events; present interpretive programs for children; create fliers and other publications for the general public; respond to public and volunteer inquiries; assist with mailings, database and record keeping; assist Environmental Education, Biology and Admin staff when needed. When hiring, listings can be found at: California State University East Bay Texas A&M University Job Board

For more information contact:
Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge
1 Marshlands Rd
Fremont, CA 94555
510-792-0222
or e-mail us at San Francisco Bay NWR Complex

Last updated: May 17, 2012

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