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About the placement

This internship is with Lodge Environmental and is facilitated by the CSIRO’s Generation STEM Links program.

Lodge Environmental is an established ecological consultancy based in Wollongong, NSW. The team offers hands-on experience in the environmental consulting industry, mentorship from seasoned professionals, a supportive and collaborative work environment, and the chance to contribute to meaningful projects that impact the environment.

As an Ecology intern at Lodge Environmental, you will work alongside the ecological and environmental consultants on the team to plan and support a range of projects within the Illawarra, Southern Highlands, Shoalhaven, and beyond. Your role will involve coordinating, conducting and delivering field surveys and reporting findings, flora and fauna identification in the vegetation communities of NSW, GIS mapping, data inputs and analysis, report writing and communicating with internal and external stakeholders.

The ideal candidate is currently pursuing a degree in Environmental Science or a related field and possesses strong analytical and problem-solving skills, a willingness to participate in fieldwork (sometimes in challenging conditions), and excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Work arrangements

  • Start date: Spring 2024 - Summer 2025
  • Working arrangement: Part-time or full-time on a fixed-term contract as agreed by student and Lodge Environmental
  • Remuneration: $25/h + super
  • Location: Wollongong, NSW. There will also be opportunities to travel by carto sites across NSW during the internship.

Desired capabilities

  • Studying Environmental/Biological Science or related qualification
  • Proficiency and knowledge of QGIS software
  • Flora & fauna ID skills
  • Knowledge of environmental legislation; BC Act, EPBC Act, WM Act, EP&A Act, BOS & BAM
  • Excellent report writing skills
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to work long days in field
  • Ability to work as part of a team and autonomously
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite software
  • Class C Divers Licence is preferred but not essential

Requirements

  • Must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
  • Must be in your penultimate or final year of an undergraduate qualification.

About the Industry Partner

Lodge Environmental are Ecological & Environmental Consultants who focus on improving how humans operate within our natural environment. Services include flora & fauna; management plans, impact assessments, targeted survey, monitoring and some relocation. We also help establish biodiversity stewardship agreements on private land.

Apply

If you are interested in this internship, please submit your EOI and CV online through the Student Application webform and please specify CODE0104.

About the placement

This internship is with Lodge Environmental and is facilitated by the CSIRO’s Generation STEM Links program.

Lodge Environmental is an established ecological consultancy based in Wollongong, NSW. The team offers hands-on experience in the environmental consulting industry, mentorship from seasoned professionals, a supportive and collaborative work environment, and the chance to contribute to meaningful projects that impact the environment.

As an Ecology intern at Lodge Environmental, you will work alongside the ecological and environmental consultants on the team to plan and support a range of projects within the Illawarra, Southern Highlands, Shoalhaven, and beyond. Your role will involve coordinating, conducting and delivering field surveys and reporting findings, flora and fauna identification in the vegetation communities of NSW, GIS mapping, data inputs and analysis, report writing and communicating with internal and external stakeholders.

The ideal candidate is currently pursuing a degree in Environmental Science or a related field and possesses strong analytical and problem-solving skills, a willingness to participate in fieldwork (sometimes in challenging conditions), and excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Work arrangements

  • Start date: Spring 2024 - Summer 2025
  • Working arrangement: Part-time or full-time on a fixed-term contract as agreed by student and Lodge Environmental
  • Remuneration: $25/h + super
  • Location: Wollongong, NSW. There will also be opportunities to travel by carto sites across NSW during the internship.

Desired capabilities

  • Studying Environmental/Biological Science or related qualification
  • Proficiency and knowledge of QGIS software
  • Flora & fauna ID skills
  • Knowledge of environmental legislation; BC Act, EPBC Act, WM Act, EP&A Act, BOS & BAM
  • Excellent report writing skills
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to work long days in field
  • Ability to work as part of a team and autonomously
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite software
  • Class C Divers Licence is preferred but not essential

Requirements

  • Must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
  • Must be in your penultimate or final year of an undergraduate qualification.

About the Industry Partner

Lodge Environmental are Ecological & Environmental Consultants who focus on improving how humans operate within our natural environment. Services include flora & fauna; management plans, impact assessments, targeted survey, monitoring and some relocation. We also help establish biodiversity stewardship agreements on private land.

Apply

If you are interested in this internship, please submit your EOI and CV online through the Student Application webform and please specify CODE0104.

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