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Fall Marine Wildlife Rescue and Research Internship
New England Coastal Wildlife Alliance (NECWA)
New England Coastal Wildlife Alliance (NECWA) offers this marine wildlife internship to upper level high school students, college students, and professionals on Cape Cod and surrounding areas. This internship provides research opportunities, field experience, and skills building to those interested in marine science. Hands-on experience with field research techniques and data analysis better prepares young professionals for similar opportunities in their chosen field.
Learn MoreSippican Lands Trust, Inc. Office Manager and Community Outreach Position
Sippican Lands Trust, Inc.
The Sippican Lands Trust, Inc. (SLT) is an all-volunteer, 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to acquire, preserve and protect land in the Town of Marion for the long-term conservation of open space and to encourage appreciation, knowledge and healthy engagement of the natural world. It was founded in 1974 and has protected 1,375 acres of land with over 13 miles of public trails on over 25 properties in the Town of Marion.
Environmental Field Operations Lead
KOMAN Holdings
Be appreciated for a job well done. That is exactly what it is like working for the Natives of Kodiak family of companies. KOMAN Government Solutions, LLC (KGS), a wholly-owned 8(a) subsidiary of the Natives of Kodiak, an Alaska Native Corporation, provides environmental investigation, remediation, munitions and explosives of concern support, operations and maintenance (O&M), long-term monitoring (LTM), and construction services to our Federal clients.
We have an immediate need for a detail-oriented Field Operations Lead to manage groundwater LTM activity in support of groundwater remediation of the ranges at Joint Base Cape Cod (JBCC) in Bourne, MA. This is a full-time, on-site position.
The Field Operations Lead will manage all aspects of the LTM program, including scheduling year-round sampling events; coordinating and communicating all field activity with the on-site sampling personnel, KGS management, JBCC Range Control, and US Army Corps of Engineers; maintenance of sampling equipment and supplies; coordination with analytical laboratories; review and upload of field data to the database, and preparation of weekly, monthly, and annual reports. This position also requires scheduling, coordinating, and communicating road and well maintenance activity; a general familiarity with the JBCC ranges groundwater treatment systems; interaction with the system O&M operators to obtain information for weekly, monthly, and annual reports, and scheduling, coordinating, and communicating all planned and unplanned maintenance and repair activity.
Learn MoreAssistant Ground Water Sampler
KOMAN Holdings
Be appreciated for a job well done. That is exactly what it is like working for the Natives of Kodiak family of companies. KOMAN Government Solutions, LLC (KGS), a wholly-owned 8(a) subsidiary of the Natives of Kodiak, an Alaska Native Corporation, provides environmental investigation, remediation, munitions and explosives of concern support, operations and maintenance (O&M), long-term monitoring (LTM), and construction services to our Federal clients.
We have an immediate need for a detail-oriented Assistant Groundwater Sampler to support groundwater remediation of the ranges at Joint Base Cape Cod (JBCC) in Bourne, MA. This is a full-time, on-site, year-round, position collecting groundwater samples from monitoring wells.
Learn MoreLand-Sea Interaction Program Field Assistant
The Center for Coastal Studies
The Center for Coastal Studies has a part-time position available in the Marine Geology department for a Field Assistant. The Field Assistant will support the Land-Sea Interaction Program in an intensive field program documenting past and present land change at Duck Harbor in Wellfleet, MA. Primary duties include sediment coring and processing. Responsibilities will include participating in fieldwork, laboratory work, and data entry and management.
Learn MoreSummer Programs Director of Food Service
Sea Education Association
The Food Service Director (FSD) designs, implements, and manages the overall food service operation for SEA’s summer programs, including menu planning, purchasing, preparation, service, sanitation, and record keeping for 3 meals plus snacks to approximately 75 people per day during the summer.
Learn MoreGeology Field Assistant
Center for Coastal Studies
The Center for Coastal Studies has a part-time position available in the Marine Geology department for a Field Assistant. The Field Assistant will support the Land-Sea Interaction Program in an intensive field program documenting past and present land change at Duck Harbor in Wellfleet, MA. Primary duties include sediment coring and processing. Responsibilities will include participating in fieldwork, laboratory work, and data entry and management. This position requires an individual to have a bachelor’s degree in geology or a related field and prior experience working in the field.
Learn MoreCommonwealth Corps: Outreach and Education Specialist
Whale & Dolphin Conservation
The mission of the Commonwealth Corps service internship program is to engage Massachusetts residents of all ages, backgrounds, and identities in direct service to strengthen communities, address critical needs, and increase volunteerism. Through hands-on experience, Commonwealth Corps members gain professional skills and valuable knowledge while positively impacting diverse communities in our state.
The Massachusetts Service Alliance (MSA) is a private, nonprofit agency that oversees the program and supports host site partners and members to find success throughout the program year. The two Commonwealth Corps members with Whale & Dolphin Conservation will serve 10 months in a full-time capacity. They will join a diverse corps of members across Massachusetts who share a common desire to discover their passion and build their network in service to their communities and the Commonwealth.
The mission of Whale & Dolphin Conservation (WDC) is to amaze people with the wonder of whales and dolphins and inspire global action to protect them. WDC will host two full-time Commonwealth Corps members who will serve as Education Specialist to educate people of different ages, backgrounds and abilities in Massachusetts. Through their service, members will help increase conservation literacy of marine mammals by increasing our number of individual contacts, seek and build strategic relationships with schools, teachers and community partners, and develop high-quality, inquiry-based lessons and activities that will continue to be utilized for years to come. In addition, they will leverage six volunteers that will be engaged in education & outreach.
Learn MoreLand Stewardship Coordinator - Brewster Conservation Trust
Brewster Conservation Trust (BCT)
About the Position:
The Brewster Conservation Trust (BCT) is seeking a highly motivated individual to fill its Land Stewardship Coordinator position. Founded in 1983, BCT’s mission is to preserve open space, natural resources, and the rural character of Brewster and to promote a conservation ethic. The Land Stewardship Coordinator is responsible for overseeing, implementing, and completing land stewardship policies and activities, including regular maintenance, on over 1500 acres of land owned and/or managed by BCT. The position involves both office and fieldwork, attendance at meetings, and some evening and weekend commitments. The Land Stewardship Coordinator will oversee BCT’s volunteer land steward program and will be responsible for recruiting, training, and supervising volunteers. This position reports to the Executive Director but works closely with the Chair of the Land Stewardship Committee (LSC) and the Brewster Conservation Trust Board of Trustees, through its President.
Learn MoreAPCC Eco-Landscape Audit Program Manager - Seasonal Position
Association to Preserve Cape Cod (APCC)
About the Position: Association to Preserve Cape Cod is looking for a qualified individual, passionate about native plants and ecologically friendly landscapes, to help establish a new APCC program offering ecological consultations for homeowners. The position is seasonal - now through November, or as otherwise negotiated. Work week in 37.5 hours per week. The eco-landscape audit program team will consist of two summer interns and this position will be the team leader. The position will be responsible for, but not limited to, being the point of contact for the program, scheduling of appointments with clients, traveling to and conducting on-site with the homeowner, mentor summer interns, reviewing and/or preparing the audit reports. Position reports to the Associate Director for Education.
Learn MoreCARE Deputy Director
Creating A Responsible Environment (CARE) - Yarmouth Port, MA
About CARE: CARE is changing how the people who live, work, and visit Cape Cod sustain the natural and cultural environment. Since 2012 Care has awarded more than $100K to fund 55+ grants such as water refill stations and educational displays, organized over 4,200 volunteer hours in the community to further its mission, launched and leads the Take Care Cape Cod campaign, collaborating with towns, chambers of commerce, and business to encourage waste and litter reduction, and has engaged children and families with Cape Crusaders and virtual scavenger hint. In 2023, CARE is launching a major region-wide initiative to transition the local food service industry from single use plastics.
Learn MoreEngineering Intern - Summer
Town of Yarmouth
The Town of Yarmouth is searching for an Engineering Intern this summer!
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