Job Details

Posting Number: G/R32225P

Working Title: Forestry Technician Internship

Department: Warnell-Research

About the University of Georgia: Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). ... UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

Employment Type: Employee

Anticipated Start Date: 05/13/2026

Posting Date: 02/16/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants: Deadline to apply is March 15th, however positions will be filled as suitable applicants are identified. Please do not delay in Applying. To apply, submit to this job posting AND Email cover letter, resume and references to: Haven_Barnhill@fws.gov

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

Duties/Responsibilities:

Physical work at refuges

Percentage of time: 80

Computer work

Percentage of time: 20

Classification Title: Temporary Technical Paraprofessional

FLSA: Non-Exempt

FTE: 1.00

Position Summary: Positions will be located on various National Wildlife Refuges in the Southeast region. ... Approximate duration will be 13 weeks between mid-May – mid August. ... Positions are full-time temporary with 40-hours of work per week.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position: Preferred applicants are forestry students with an interest in habitat and enrolled in school (undergraduate, graduate program or recent graduates) or recent graduates. ...

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies: Wildlife students with an interest and understanding of forest ecology and management are encouraged to apply.

Physical Demands: Driving, computer work and outdoor physical work as needed as refuges.