Intern - Lake & Pond Management

Description

Aquatic Control Inc. is a privately owned lake and pond management company headquartered in Seymour, Indiana and with satellite offices in Valparaiso, IN; Evansville, IN; Truesdale, MO; Jackson, TN; Knoxville, TN; Williamsville, IL; Ankeny, IA; Davenport, IA; and Elizabethtown, KY. Our staff consists of biologists and technicians with a combined 500+ years of experience in aquatic vegetation, fisheries, and aquatic ecosystem management. Internships will be available this season at our Valparaiso, IN location. Internships can begin as early as April 1 and end as late as October 1.     

Lake and pond management internship duties may include the following:

• assist with aquatic vegetation management activities 
• aquatic weed and algae identification 
• basic water quality analysis 
• responsible for general maintenance and cleanliness of equipment 
• assist with fish and aquatic vegetation surveys 

Internship Compensation: 

College credit may be arranged through your university. Interns will be paid $13.25/hour plus 1.5 times for work over 40 hours.   

Requirements

Qualified applicants should have coursework and experience in the fields of fisheries management, aquatic biology, or a related environmental science. Preference will be given to applicants with basic mechanical ability, experience in outboard motor operation, and the ability to interact with customers effectively. All internships offered are outdoor, field based, and will require physical labor. Some overnight stays may be required. Interns will work an average of 45 hours per week.