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Conservation Landscape Architect Internship

Position
Conservation Landscape Architect Internship

Availability
Now

Description
NZERN has an unpaid internship available for a Landscape Architecture student. Would suit a skilled post graduate who want real world experience problem solving. First come - first served. Work involves a pilot project using landscape architecture planning principles to assist better decision making by local communities. This will eventually lead to enhancements of an existing GIS based mapping system to support thousands of community lead ecological restoration projects in NZ. .

This is office work using a computer.

Resources
Software available includes:

  • ESRI ArcInfo 9.1
  • Office 2003

There is an extensive biodiversity and software library to find answers to those problems you will encounter.

Skills
Experience with Landscape Ecology and design principles. You will have excellent drawing skills and need to be keen to learn new skills, be a good worker, thrive on rapid change and like working as part of a happy team of very experienced volunteers. There will be opportunities to give presentations at the occasional seminar.

Conditions
The internship is unpaid

We can provide a signed confirmation letter or internship contract for your professor.

NZERN is unable to assist with visa applications or work permits.

NZERN is unable to provide accommodation or food.

The office is fully equipped, tea and coffee is supplied

Duration
Typically interns come for several months full time or part time.

The position is open until filled.

Location
Christchurch, New Zealand

How to Apply
Applications are made on-line > find out more