Introduction
Unpaid Fall Intern - Forest Service Field Technician
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites eligible candidates to apply for an internship with Maryland Forest Service. This opportunity will provide hands-on experience in forest ecology and management. Interns will assist with data collection and mapping efforts in development of forest stewardship plans. Data collection monitoring and maintenance in on-going afforestation/reforestation projects will occur throughout the Baltimore/Carroll project. Interns will assist with vegetation control projects mainly targeting non-native invasive species identification and management.
GRADE
9998
LOCATION OF POSITION
Morgan Run Field Office Westminster MD; Carroll County
Main Purpose of Job
The main purpose of this position is to provide hands on experience in field forestry for qualified internship runs 20 weeks between October 2025 and February 2026. The specific start/end dateshours and schedule will be determined in collaboration between the intern and supervisor.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Applicant must be a current college student. A GPA of 2.5 or above is required for academic credit.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with inventory data collection in mature forest settings and afforestation/reforestation projects.
- Non-native invasive species identification and management.
- Proper planting techniques for bareroot and containerized stock.
- Familiarity with tree planting equipment and methodologies.
- Pursuing a degree in one of the following categories;BiologyForestryWildlife BiologyEnvironmental Science or related field of study.
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the minimum
qualifications for this recruitment and submit all additional documentation as required as noted below in the Further Instructions section. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and submit the required documentation will proceed to the next phase of evaluation. Candidates may be interviewed in person or via telephone to determine selection.BENEFITS
No benefits.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Additional documents are required for this recruitment along with your online application. Additional documents can be uploaded as an attachment under the Resume Tab of the online application. Please combine all supporting documents together as ONE attachment. Attach to your online application the following additional information:
- Resume and Cover Letter
- Two Letters of Recommendation signed and dated from a faculty liaison (if the student is seeking credit)
- Unofficial Transcript
As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the States diversity.
The online application is strongly preferred. If you are unable to apply online you may submit a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to: Department of Natural Resources Human Resources 580 Taylor Avenue C-3 Annapolis MD 21401. The Human Resources unit is not responsible for applications sent to any other address.
Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application.
If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management at ; ATTN: Recruitment and Examination Division. Please note standard business hours for the help desk are 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Inquiries made after hours will be reviewed the following business day.
If you need to make adjustments to a submitted application before the announcement deadline or if you have general inquiries regarding this recruitment please contact Alexandra Gast at
Please provide ample time to complete the application template. If you are having technical difficulties submitting an application on the day of the deadline it is strongly advised that you complete the JobAps physical application template and hand deliver to DNR - HRS at 580 Taylor Avenue Annapolis MD 21401 before 4:30 p.m. The Maryland Department of Natural Resources cannot guarantee that late submissions as a result of technical difficulties will be accepted.
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Required Experience:
Intern