Wildlife Biology Intern- Oregon Coast National Wildlife Refuge Complex

The Wildlife Biology Intern position at the Oregon Coast National Wildlife Refuge Complex offers a full-time internship from May 1 to August 30, 2025, in Newport, OR. Interns will work with wildlife biologists to collect data on seabird productivity, train volunteers, and assist in habitat restoration. Applicants should have relevant education, be under 31, and possess a valid driver's license. A monthly stipend and lodging are provided.
Description

The Oregon Coast National Wildlife Refuge Complex in partnership with Shoreline Education for Awareness provides full-time (40-hours/week) PLC internships. Interns gain hands-on experience alongside park rangers, wildlife biologists and refuge managers.

Wildlife Biology Intern: Works with a small team to collect data on nesting seabird productivity and other biological tasks along the Oregon Coast.

This position is stationed in Newport, OR. May 1, 2025- Aug 30, 2025.

Duties include:
• Collect productivity data for nesting black oystercatcher, cormorants and murres by conducting on shore nesting observations of nearshore rocks and islands.
• Organize, train, and schedule a small team of volunteers to assist in productivity counts.
• Conduct nesting seabird counts on aerial photographs using GIS software.
• Collect and enter field data using Microsoft excel, Survey123, FieldMaps, and similar software.
• Assist refuge staff and volunteers in a variety of field work including invasive plant and habitat restoration projects.

Requirements:
• B.Sc. preferred or some undergrad coursework in biology, natural resources, park management or related field required.
• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident under age 31
• Valid state driver’s license
• Must be able to work independently and in groups
• Must have good observational and communication skills
• Schedule flexibility, including weekend, holidays and morning/evening shifts

Benefits:
• $2,000 monthly living stipend
• Free co-ed bunkhouse style lodging with laundry, wi-fi, utilities and more included (sorry, no pets)
• Professional development, training and networking opportunities
• Public Land Corps hiring status upon completion of full internship
• Work vehicle and equipment provided (Intern is responsible for personal transportation needs)

Applications must include:
• Cover letter that addresses the listed qualifications for the position of interest
• Resume documenting your work experience, education, skills, contact information, etc.
• Contact information for three professional references (must include email and phone).

Email application packet(s) as a single PDF to oregoncoast@fws.gov by March 2, 2025. Selections may begin before the closing date, we recommend applying early.
• To be clear which internship you are applying for, files should be named with internship type and last/first name:

OCNWRC_biology_LastFirst
• To be considered, all packets must have all three items in a SINGLE PDF and follow the naming convention. If applying for multiple positions, submit each as its own application. Candidates will be required to participate in a phone/ MS Teams interview.

For More Information Contact:

Alex Cook

Refuge Manager

alexandra_cook@fws.gov

Oregon Coast NWR Complex

(541) 347-1470