Description:
Join Bryce Canyon National Park as a Physical Science Intern and gain hands-on experience in monitoring and managing natural resources across multiple disciplines. The role provides valuable experience in scientific methods, data management, and professional research practices, ideal for students pursuing careers in science, policy, or environmental management. Special needs this season include stratigraphic mapping and airspace sound monitoring.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with data collection through field surveys, collection equipment, and document review.
- Enter, organize, and verify research data in spreadsheets or databases.
- Hiking, including backcountry on occasion.
- Maintain and troubleshoot monitoring equipment.
- Help develop SOPs and safety documents.
- Follow all safety, confidentiality, and research integrity protocols.
- Natural Resource Monitoring across geology, water, air, night sky, and soundscapes.
* Geology: Stratigraphy, geohazard mapping
* Water: Spring monitoring, digitizing historical data
* Air: Air quality and weather tracking
* Night Sky: Star visibility, night lighting assessments
* Sound: Airplane noise monitoring
Qualifications:
- Must be age 18+
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Must have a valid driver’s license
- Current, or recent SUU student preferred
- Some prior experience with scientific monitoring.
- Special interest and experience working with sound equipment is a bonus but not required.
Schedule:
Flexible. Mon-Fri 8 hours, or Mon-Thurs 10 hours.
Housing:
Housing Available
Estimated START Date:
2026-05-04
Estimated END Date:
2026-08-28
Agency:
National Park Service
Location:
Bryce Canyon