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44 people are interested
Horticulture Internship
ORGANIZATION: Back to Natives Restoration
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44 people are interested
Come assist Back to Natives in propagating and caring for native plants that will be used for habitat restoration or to help raise funds for our environmental education and habitat restoration programs. Learn methods of propagating native plants, assit with transplanting, weeding, watering, organizing, building displays, etc.
Works with lead volunteers and staff to eliminate floral pests, assists with analyzing and monitoring resources. Operates scientific field equipment, takes inventory of plants and data collection for propagation experiments and long term studies, and performs other related duties as assigned. Assist with public events and programs as necessary.
Requirements:
Graduation from high school supplemented by college level coursework in horticulture, landscape design, natural sciences, ecology, environmental studies, or other related disciplines; or equivalent combination of experience and education. Knowledge of: regional botany; applicable codes and regulations related to native plant management is helpful but not necessary; basic grounds maintenance practices; methods, materials, tools and equipment used for installation, maintenance and repair operations; principles and practices of resource interpretation; and effective oral and written communication. Some knowledge of natural resources management and interpretive techniques is highly desirable.
Skilled in: The use of a personal computer, and current office software applications. Public speaking is helpful.
Ability to: Communicate effectively both orally and in writing in English.
You will learn to:
Identify and propagate species of flora commonly found in the region; interpret landscaping plans; establish and maintain professional and effective working relationships with coworkers, vendors, and the public.
Special Requirements: Must possess and retain a valid California Class C Driver's License (Special consideration for public transportation must be received during initial application process). Must be willing and able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. Must be able to work out side in a variety of weather conditions.
Application and Selection Information: All applicants are required to complete and submit an application form. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an original application but can augment that application. If selected, a background check will be performed, according to state and insurance requirements.
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About Back to Natives Restoration
Location:
P.O. Box 10820, Santa Ana, CA 92711, US
Mission Statement
To encourage and actively participate in the restoration and conservation of Orange County and California wildlands, through education and restoration programs featuring native plants and biodiversity as a centralizing theme.
Description
To encourage and actively participate in the restoration and conservation of Orange County and California wildlands, through education and restoration programs featuring native plants and biodiversity as a centralizing theme.
- Restore and preserve open space (private and publicly held lands). Assisting appropriate agencies in the acquisition of open space, by funding when available, to be owned and managed by appropriate agencies which will ensure the preservation of that open space. Restoration projects will include, when appropriate, community outreach and education components. Restoration projects will provide opportunities for the public to volunteer, and become involved in the actual process of habitat restoration, at actual restoration sites as contracted. Restoration projects will be funded by grants, membership fees and donations or by the site's land manager.
- When funding is available, provide Land Managers with curriculum aligned with federal and state science and social science standardsdeveloped specifically for their site. When there is interest, and funding is available, provide training for staff and volunteers to assist them in interpreting the curriculum.
- School Programs
- Service Learning Programs
- Home School Education Programs
- Community Education Programs
- STEP Programs and Developmentally Disabled Citizens Programs
- Court Referred Volunteer Programs
- Internship Programs
- High School Internship programs
- College/University Internship Programs
- Promote volunteerism to land stewardship groups, to provide assistance with restoration of lands entrusted to Orange County Parks and Recreation, the State Parks system, The United States Forest Service and other Federal lands as well as privately held lands. Encourage volunteer participation in interpretation, education and restoration at the many facilities.
- Assist local schools and public facilities with the integration of native plant/habitat curriculum, and provide service learning opportunities and guidance through the service learning process.
- Encourage and assist private residences in the use of Native Plants and Native Plant Gardening for water conservation and Habitat Gardening.
- Encourage and assist Home Owner's Associations in the use of Native Plants and Native Plant Gardening for water conservation and Habitat Gardening.
- Encourage and assist Commercial Business Properties in the use of Native Plants and Native Plant Gardening for water conservation and Habitat Gardening.
- Encourage private residences, Commercial Business Properties, Home Owner's Associations, Schools and Land Managers to reduce the use of pesticides, fertilizers and herbicides to reduce runoff pollution and secondary effects by these substances.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
600 E. Memory LaneSanta Ana, CA 92705
DATE POSTED
January 20, 2018
SKILLS
- Retail / Sales
- Gardening
- Botany
- Horticulture
- Organization
- Management
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 5.5 hours a week or more
- Availability on Tuesday, Thursday or Saturday during volunteer hours.