SOUTHEAST ALASKA LAND TRUST

2016 Summer Internship
ABOUT SOUTHEAST ALASKA LAND TRUST
The Southeast Alaska Land Trust (SEAL Trust) is a private, non-profit
organization dedicated to preserving the natural heritage of Southeast
Alaska. SEAL Trust works to permanently protect and steward
important lands with natural, recreational, and cultural values.
Since 1995, the SEAL Trust Board of Directors and staff have
partnered with communities and willing landowners to ensure that vital
natural areas throughout Southeast Alaska remain in place for the
benefit of each generation. Today, SEAL Trust protects and stewards
nearly 3,500 acres throughout Southeast Alaska.

INTERNSHIP DESCRIPTION
SEAL Trust is seeking a Conservation Intern for the summer of 2016. This internship will provide practical, hands-on
experience with a non-profit conservation organization engaged in local and regional land conservation and stewardship
activities. The internship will provide the opportunity for direct field experience monitoring conservation easements,
assisting with baseline documentations reports, assisting with land acquisition projects, and engaging in community
outreach. Specific projects include:
Land Protection
– Assist staff with initial site research and documentation, including: on-site and in office land attribute analysis, GIS
mapping, and report writing
Stewardship
– Assist staff with annual monitoring of conservation properties
– Assist staff with the creation of property Management Plans and Baseline Documentation Reports
Outreach
– Assist with effort to connect with community partner(s) for scientific and educational programs
– Assist with website, E-news, Facebook, and other community education and outreach activities
General
– Assist with general file and office organization

INTERN QUALIFICATIONS
Undergraduate or graduate student in a natural resource or related field, with ability to work independently, excellent
communication and computer skills, and field work experience. Experience with GPS equipment, ArcGIS desktop software, and
website design is desirable but not necessary.

DURATION
May 2016 – August 2016, schedule is flexible depending on work availability

COMPENSATION
TBD (combination of compensation/school credit/federal work study program)
TO APPLY

Please send cover letter, resume, and three references by March 1, 2016 to: Allison Gillum, Executive Director, 119
Seward Street, Suite 2, Juneau, AK 99801, [email protected] Questions? Please call (907) 586-3100