If we are currently accepting applications for paid internships or jobs, more detailed information about those positions and how to apply will be available on this page.
Volunteer position descriptions can be customized to fit both the individual's interests and the Complex's needs. If you're interested in volunteering, start by filling out and submitting a Volunteer Application (linked below), or contact staff at the complex either via email (sacramentovalleyrefuges@fws.gov) or phone (530-934-2801) to ask questions prior to submitting an application.
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Paid Internships and Jobs
Wildland Firefighter - Apply by Friday, May 17, 2024.
This is a permanent, full time position (GS 6-7), based in Willows, CA. Duties include: Fire suppression, monitoring, and post-fire activities; fire preparedness; fuels management and prevention; and leadership. Click on the link below to go to the USA Jobs posting to read through the duties, conditions of employment and qualifications, and apply!
Heads up: USA Jobs will be down for extended maintenance Friday 5/10/24 8AM EDT through Sunday 5/12/24 12PM EDT.
Click here for the full job posting on USAJOBS.gov
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Terrestrial Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) Monitoring Program Intern – California
We are hiring two (2) interns!
Stewards Individual Placement Program (STE) provides individuals with service and career opportunities to strengthen communities and preserve our natural resources. Participants work with federal agencies, tribal governments, and nonprofits building institutional capacity, developing community relationships, and supporting ecosystem health.
STE in partnership with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service – Region 8 (Pacific Southwest) is looking for individuals to serve as interns in the Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) Monitoring Project. LiDAR integrates the latest forest vegetation and ecosystem surveying technology into land management practices. Terrestrial LiDAR scanning (TLS) surveying and monitoring protocols gather empirical data to inform active habitat management on refuges. The techniques used in this project visualize and quantify fuel lodging changes in the interest of wildlife fire, forestry, and biology. The efforts mentioned support multiple USFWS priorities and informs the conservation, protection, and enhancement of habitats for wildlife and plants.
The interns will work primarily with Fire and Biology programs to learn about tall emergent grass habitats (tule, cattail, bullrush), and riparian riparian
Definition of riparian habitat or riparian areas.
Learn more about riparian forest (sycamore, oak, cottonwood, Baccharis, valley elderberry, tall wheat). These individuals will be introduced to the various refuge operations through the Fire and Biology program integrated management.
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