Job Posting: Stewardship & Trails Intern

BNRC is seeking a Stewardship and Trails Intern to join its Stewardship department. This full-time seasonal internship will coordinate the monitoring of and assist with the stewardship of BNRC’s conservation restrictions (CRs) and fee reserves as well as work with the trail crew to build and maintain trails on BNRC fee reserves.

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Description

All work will occur with the supervision and support of BNRC’s Stewardship Manager and Assistant Stewardship Director and at times, other BNRC staff. There is room for flexibility in schedule based on individual interests.

This is an exciting opportunity to learn trail maintenance and construction skills, network with area land managers, and work with our partner organizations such as Massachusetts Department of Fish and Wildlife, and Mass Audubon. This role also offers opportunities to attend industry conferences and to earn certifications such as chainsaw/sawyer certification, and first aid/CPR training.

Primary responsibilities include:

Conservation Restriction Stewardship:

• Annual monitoring of CRs, including all applicable CR stewardship administrative duties;
• Work with Stewardship Manager to respond to CR-related questions, and potential encroachment issues;
• Learn to prepare baseline documentation reports for new CRs;
• Learn to use Landscape Conservation software;

BNRC Reserve Stewardship:

• Annual monitoring of BNRC properties;
• Boundary maintenance and marking.

Trail Crew Support:

• Participate in training on trail construction techniques;
• Safely and efficiently use a variety of hand tools, power tools, rigging equipment, and power equipment to build and repair hiking trails;
• Clear trails of brush and fallen trees using loppers and handsaws;
• Install trail and trailhead infrastructure including benches, kiosks, and signs;
• Assess trail maintenance needs and make repairs.

Qualifications

The successful candidate may not have all these qualifications so if you have some, and/or demonstrably related experience, please go ahead and apply.

• Effective and collaborative communication skills. Ability to communicate with different personalities with tact and diplomacy;
• Enthusiastic, well-organized, detail-oriented, able to work independently;
• Physical ability to hike rough terrain, navigate in the field via GPS;
• Comfortable working alone in the field in all weather conditions;
• Ability to work collegially and effectively with colleagues and landowners;
• A valid driver’s license, personal transportation, and ability to travel extensively throughout Berkshire County (mileage will be reimbursed at IRS reimbursement rates).

Compensation

$20.00/hour

Start Date

May 5 - November 7, but we’re anticipating some flexibility. Resumes will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

To Apply

Email your resume to jobs@ bnrc.org with “Stewardship and Trails Intern” in the subject line and tell us why you’re a great fit for this role. Final candidates will be asked to provide references.

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We welcome applications from BIPOC, LGBTQ+, women, and veterans. BNRC is actively engaged in ensuring its properties are welcoming to all, and in increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of its work.  

Though the job described above will begin entirely or almost entirely in English, BNRC welcomes interest from bilingual candidates who can support the organization in being more inclusive in its work.