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Volunteers, Internships, & Employment
The Refuge offers internships in Visitor Services and Biology.
Seney Refuge also relies on a core of over 40 volunteers to staff the information desk, assist with biological surveys and help with maintenance projects.
Click here for employment information.
Visitor Services Internships (12 & 24 week opportunities)
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Develop & present programs for refuge visitors & school groups, including nature walks,auto tours, and environmental education programs.
Work on special interpretive projects such aseducation trunks, selfguided pamphlets, newsarticles,exhibits, website, etc.
Assist with natural history bookstore operations.
Plan, organize, & conduct a special event (e.g. Children's Fishing Day).
Staff the Visitor Center information desk & assistvisitors.
Responsible for light maintenance of visitorcenter and grounds.
- Work with biology staff and interns on wildlife surveys.
Knowledge and Abilities
Energetic & responsible
Ability to work independently, in small groups & witha variety of personalities
Public speaking & group management skills
Prior experience in leading programs & working with public desired
Good writing skills
Knowledge in natural history, biology, bird identification etc. helpful
Valid Drivers license required, chauffeurs license helpful
Prefer applicants pursuing degree in parks & recreation, environmental education, interpretation, or relatedfield, but will accept applicants with other backgrounds.
Benefits & Logistics
$150/week food allowance ($200 per week for 24 week interns during second 12 weeks)
Housing & laundry facilities provided
Uniform shirts provided
40 hr. work week, including some weekends and evenings
Work periods:
12 week Internship periods are:
May - July, June - Aug,
or Aug -October (dates are negotiable)
24 week Internship period is:
May - October.How to Apply
Applicants should submit the following items, via email or regular mail, by February 20, 2010:
1. A detailed resume describing your educational experiences and skills
2.Three (3) references - including affiliations, addresses, phone numbers & email addresses
3. A copy of your college transcripts
4. Time period you are available for the internship
Send to:Visitor Services Manager/Jennifer McDonough
Seney National Wildlife Refuge
1674 Refuge Entrance Rd.
Seney, MI 49885
jennifer_mcdonough@fws.govFor further information, call 906-586-9851, ext. 16 or email: jennifer_mcdonough@fws.gov
Biology internships and technician position
For 2010 details and information contact:
Refuge Forester Greg Corace
(906) 586-9851 ext 14
greg_corace@fws.gov
For information on other employment opportunities with Seney National Wildlife Refuge and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, see information on employment opportunities in Region 3.
Seney National Wildlife Refuge relies on the contributions of over 40 volunteers. Many volunteers staff the Visitor Center Information Desk and help visitors plan their day. They also staff activity booths during special events, lead school and nature programs, conduct wildlife surveys, assist with maintenance projects and a variety of other tasks. Volunteers make a big difference at Seney National Wildlife Refuge!
Seney's volunteer program works in cooperation with the local RSVP program. RSVP is the Retired Senior Volunteer Program that provides seniors sixty and over an opportunity to share a lifetime of experience through volunteer service in Delta, Menominee, Schoolcraft & Marinette counties.
Volunteers normally serve on a regular basis, such as one weekly four-hour shift at the visitor center and typically commute from the local area and nearby towns. A trailer pad with hook-ups may be possible for volunteers interested in working 20-40 hours weekly, interested RV applicants need to be relatively self-sufficient and able to take care of their own facility maintenance.
During the summer, monthly training opportunities or social gatherings are a chance for volunteers, interns and staff to get to know one another.
Click here for a volunteer application.
Volunteer Orientation May 2010
Help us connect people with wildlife! General orientation will be in Wed May 5 2010. If you are interested in volunteering at the refuge you can register for the 2010, orientation, call anytime during the year (906-586-9851, ext. 16), or email us.
Volunteer of the Year - 2009
George Phinney
The 2009 Volunteer of the year is George Phinney. His name has been in the running for the last three years but his contributions could not go unrecognized any longer. George has been an active member of the Refuge community for the last seven years. He has served as a tour bus driver and SNHA board member. He participated in a stream survey and has begun photography work for a shurb identification hand-out. He worked at the Visitor Center welcome desk with his wife, Dee, every Thursday and every other weekend. He was willing to fill in at the desk and as a bus driver when the need occured, and often at short notice. George was there to lend a hand at all Refuge special events this year. He helped host film fest. He fried fish for Children’s Fishing Day. He collected plants to display then helped setup the Art on the Lake tents, then he stayed to work a half day at the booth. He directed traffic and took photographs on Scout Day. He also photgraphed activites when we had school groups visit the Refuge. He gathered photographs and collected data from historical files for the DVD production. All that being said, its’ no wonder that George was a stand out candidate for the 2009 Volunteer of the Year. So, George, here’s to you and all that you do for the Refuge.
