Student Worker - Ceer - Chesapeake Conservancy Intern

Position Title:

Student Worker - CEER - Chesapeake Conservancy Intern

Position Approval Date:

01/24/2024

Is this position budgeted?:

Yes

Is this position an essential position?:

No

About Susquehanna:

Susquehanna University is the future-ready institution for today, invested in cultivating intellectual grounding, active learning and global citizenship for all students. Renowned as one of the finest U.S. national liberal arts colleges, Susquehanna inspires and challenges 2,200 enterprising, bright-minded students studying the arts, business, humanities and sciences. Our students seize opportunities through exceptional worldwide internships, expert-guided research and an acclaimed study-abroad program, leading to a transformative education that empowers each graduate to realize their unique potential and lead a successful and meaningful life.
The Susquehanna River Valley with its fresh air and overall pleasant year-round climate, provides four distinct seasons amidst a backdrop of vibrant autumn foliage, occasional winter snowfalls, flower-filled springs and warm summer evenings illuminated by fireflies. Nearby outdoor recreational areas for hiking, kayaking, fishing and skiing — and the bustling cultural and commerce hubs of New York City, Washington D.C., Baltimore and Philadelphia within a three-hour drive — present abundant opportunities for learning and discovery.

Position Summary:

Job Summary:
The Chesapeake Conservancy (CC) has a collection of stream restoration and outreach events to be performed throughout the fall and spring semesters. The CC Intern will assist with these projects and events. This is a temporary, non-benefit eligible, non-exempt position as defined by FLSA standards.
Specific Responsibilities:

• Complete stream buffer maintenance
• Live stakes collection/planting
• Interacting with the public and/or private property owners
• Attend meetings
• Prepare reports

Required Qualifications:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Communication Skills: verbal/written with people of all ages and backgrounds.
• Organizational Skills: show up prepared, on-time, with all materials.

Education
First Year, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior. All MajorsExperienceNo experience Additional Requirements: This position This paid $10.00 per hour and is about 4-6 hours per week on average but can fluctuate based on demand.
Physical Demand

• Position requires the ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time.
• Position requires the ability to move about the campus.
• Position requires the ability to talk and to hear instruction.
• Position requires occasional manual dexterity and the ability to use fingers, hands, and arms to feel, handle, and reach.
• Position requires occasional stooping, crouching, and bending.
• Position requires the ability to occasionally lift up to 40 pounds.
• Working conditions are outdoor.

Benefits Eligible:

No

Number of Months:

9 months

Hours per week during the academic year (39 wks) :

5

Status:

Temporary

Posting Date:

01/23/2024

Closing Date:

02/05/2024

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Temporary

Open Until Filled:

No

Posting Number:

AH01113