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Tribal Relations Intern, Kaibab National Forest

#18829
Outdoor Engagement Center

Details:

  • Category: On-Campus
  • Position Type: Internship
  • Posted on: January 31, 2018
  • Open until: filled has been filled
  • Work Hours: 20 hours per week during spring semester; 40 hours per week during summer
  • Wage: $13.75/hour
  • Location: Cedar City, UT

Description:

THIS INTERNSHIP IS BASED AT: The Kaibab National Forest

The Kaibab National Forest (KNF) is seeking to fill one (1) intern position responsible for assisting the Tribal Relations program with a wide variety of tasks associated with consultation and coordination with tribal governments. The incumbent reports directly to the Tribal Relations Program Manager (TRPM). Work will be focused on supporting the government-to-government consultation process between the KNF and tribes, and working directly with tribal partners on field projects under the supervision of the TRPM. In addition, the incumbent will work closely with the Forest Public Affairs program to develop public information products for the Forest. While no previous tribal relations experience is required for this position, the incumbent should have strong written and verbal communications skills, and a desire to work with tribes and other partners on a wide variety of projects. Additional information on the Kaibab’s Tribal Relations program can be found at https://www.fs.usda.gov/main/kaibab/workingtogether/tribalrelations

Qualifications:

• Strong communication skills (verbal and written) • Ability to work with a diverse range of stakeholders and partners • Ability to work in a team environment and demonstrate good work ethic • Basic knowledge of tribes and land management issues related to tribes

Housing: Government housing may be available for this position.

ALL IIC INTERNSHIPS ARE REQUIRED TO BE TIED TO THE EARNING OF AN ACADEMIC CREDIT. Credits can be EDGE projects, departmental internships, cooperative education, practicums, assignments, research, etc.

Application Instructions:

  1. Go to iicinternships.com
  2. Click on the IIC Application on the right hand side. This will download a word document of the IIC Internship Application.
  3. Fill in the application (this can be done on your computer).
  4. Save application and email it to Mike Lyndon at mlyndon@fs.fed.us in the subject line put IIC INTERNSHIP APPLICATION You can also print your application and bring it to Miranda Gubler at the IIC offices.

Submit IIC application, resume, transcripts, and statement of interest. This position is open until filled.

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