Urban Forestry Fellowship
Quick answer
Student Conservation Association, Inc. is hiring an Urban Forestry Fellow for a 6-month internship in Reading, PA, paying $20/hour and offering additional benefits.
- Role
- Urban Forestry Fellowship
- Organization
- Student Conservation Association, Inc.
- Location
- Reading, PA
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $20 per hour, $50/week commuting allowance (paid bi-weekly), $1,000 in reimbursable professional development training/travel expenses
- Category
- Other
The role
The Urban Forestry Fellow will work closely with the City of Reading Public Works Department and Berks Nature to research, catalogue, and inventory existing trees, assess and collect data on sites pertaining to invasive and native tree species, and develop location-specific stewardship and planting plans.
What you'll do
- Conduct biological plant surveys for the City of Reading and Berks Nature on various sites, with a focus on native and invasive tree species.
- Write location-specific stewardship plans for the City of Reading and Berks Nature for various sites that describe in detail which invasive species need removal and which native species would thrive.
- Support the planting, mulching, watering, post-establishment care, and maintenance of trees.
What it takes
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Ecology, Data/Statistics, Environmental Science/Studies, Horticulture, Arboriculture, Landscape Architecture or a related field OR equivalent work experience
- Professional and/or academic experience in data collection and organization, using spreadsheets, GIS, or similar software.
- Driver’s license.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
First Aid/CPR Training, No living accommodations provided, Personal Vehicle Information Required
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The internship is based in Reading, PA.
Is this a remote position?
No, it requires on-site work at the City of Reading and Berks Nature locations.
What is the compensation?
The Fellow will be paid $20 per hour with additional commuting allowance and professional development training/travel expenses.
How do I apply for this position?
Please submit your completed application on the Student Conservation Association, Inc. website today.
How to apply
Apply directly on Student Conservation Association, Inc.'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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