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Summer Students
Overview
The Opportunity
Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC), one of the nation’s leading conservation organizations, is seeking 5 energetic individuals for summer employment in Saskatchewan.
Duties
Working with other staff to perform activities related to the establishment, management and maintenance of habitat programs.
Responsibilities may include:
• General project maintenance activities
• Wetland project operation and maintenance
• Assisting staff with seeding and field activities
• Data entry and other computer work
• Habitat assessment and site evaluation
Additional Details
• Dates of employment are ~May 2 - August 26
• Salary: $2,400 - $2,600 per month
• The successful candidate will be required to submit proof of COVID-19 Vaccination.
How to Apply
Working for DUC is a career highlight for many staff. Let us know if making a difference is important to you.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your application through our online career center for confidential consideration.
Closing deadline: February 21, 2022 (11:59PM EST)
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Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) is the leader in wetland conservation. A registered charity, DUC partners with government, industry, non-profit organizations and landowners and Indigenous Peoples to conserve wetlands that are critical to waterfowl, wildlife and the environment.
While DUC would like to thank all applicants, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.
Qualifications
Qualifications
• Full-time post-secondary student
• Students pursuing a career in agriculture, engineering, biology, plant ecology, environmental science or resource management preferred
• Ability to work effectively with others in teams as well as with little supervision
• Ability to work outdoors and perform strenuous and heavy lifting tasks
• Knowledge of Saskatchewan plant ecology (1 Yorkton position)
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Basic computer skills (GIS skills are an asset)
• Knowledge and experience of Saskatchewan farming practices is an asset
• ATV experience is an asset
• Must be available for work between May 1, 2021 and August 31, 2021
Preference may be given, but is not limited to, students between ages 15-30 based on available funding where the successful candidate must be a full-time student in the previous academic year and intend to return to school on a full-time basis in the next academic year.
Contact
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your application through our online career center for confidential consideration.