Two Positions in Plant Conservation Research

From the email:

"Two 12-month paid internships are available for individuals with a
bachelor's degree in biology, botany, ecology, or a related major and a
commitment to the study and practice of native plant conservation and
restoration. If you are graduated or a soon-to-graduate student with a
background in biology and want to start a career in ecology, botany,
environmental science or if you have a strong background and interest in
flora of the upper Midwest, we encourage you to apply.

Position 1.
As a conservation science intern, you will contribute to ongoing research
on the reproductive biology, demography, and conservation genetics of the
prairie plant Echinacea angustifolia. You will design and implement your
own research project. Summer fieldwork occurs in western Minnesota and
greenhouse and lab activities are at the CBG. For more information visit
CBG job posting or contact Dr. Stuart Wagenius

Position 2.
As a regional floristics intern, you will assist with all aspects of
Plants of Concern, a regional rare plant monitoring program that works
with volunteers: monitoring of plants throughout northeast Illinois,
training of volunteers, data entry and analysis and program planning.
You will also assist with the management of the Herbarium, including
collection of plant specimens. You will have the opportunity to work
independently as well as in a team context. For more information visit
CBG job posting or contact Susanne Masi

As an intern, you will participate in a variety of conservation-related
activities, attend seminars, participate in meetings, and interact closely
with botanists, researchers, and conservation scientists.

The Institute for Plant Conservation at the Chicago Botanic Garden is
dedicated to applied research about the preservation of rare plants in the
upper Midwest and to the restoration of plants lost from natural
landscapes. Research focuses on understanding the genetic, ecological, and
management factors that influence the reproductive success and population
stability of plants in both natural and reintroduced settings.

Applications will be reviewed starting 15 March 2004. The salary is $8/h
with added allowances for extended summer fieldwork (position 1).

For further information and application materials please see the Chicago Botanic Garden Internship Program website."

Posted by Eric La Fountaine at 11:31 AM on February 17, 2004