Career/Internship Opportunity for

Kansas State Fisheries and Wildlife:

Student Lake and Pond Technician This internship position (based out of Paola, KS) is a paid position. The intern will travel daily to multiple job sites to assist with the scheduled work. The summer work is mostly carried out with the use of a boat and application equipment. The work schedule will involve overnight travel. Lodging costs and meal expenses for overnight stays will be covered by AEC. Throughout the summer, the intern will learn application techniques, aquatic plant and algae identification, and water quality monitoring procedures. Interns will learn general maintenance procedures on fountains, aeration systems, trucks, boats, and AEC property. Data entry and record keeping will be part of the entry level position. Position has multiple season availability and full-time employment possibilities.

Position requires:

Coursework in fisheries, environmental sciences, or a natural resources related field is preferred. Valid Driver's License Regular attendance Basic mechanical ability Ability to work in an outdoor environment Ability to work over 40 hours per week Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform physical labor outdoors Please send resume and cover letter to: ali@aecponds.com

CC:

tim@aecponds.com Aquatic Ecosystem Consultants PO Box 425 Paola, KS 66071 Aquatic Ecosystem Consultants, LLC (AEC) is a full-service pond and lake management company serving Kansas, Missouri, Iowa, and Nebraska. We offer a multitude of services including aquatic weed and algae control, fish stocking, fountain and aeration system installation, and water quality monitoring. 913.426.9515

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $15.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person