Fishing Gear Technician Intern - Halifax, Canada - Canadian Wildlife Federation

Canadian Wildlife Federation

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Halifax, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Your Connection to Wildlife

As one of Canada's largest not for profit leaders in wildlife conservation, research, and advocacy, we are seeking to fill the following position

Fishing Gear Technician Intern
(Canada Summer Jobs)

Anticipated start:
June 10, 2024

Positions to hire: 1

Location: 110 Chain Lake Dr., Halifax NS
Fixed-term for 12 weeks
$22 per hour, 35 hours per week

Who we are:

The Canadian Wildlife Federation (CWF) is a national not-for-profit charitable organization dedicated to ensuring an appreciation of our natural world and a lasting legacy of healthy wildlife and habitat.

By spreading knowledge of human impacts on the environment, developing and delivering educational programs, conducting research, promoting the sustainable use of natural resources, and advocating for effective wildlife policy and regulation, CWF strives for a future in which Canada's wildlife is conserved for generations to come.

Position Overview

Our office is located at 110 Chain Lake Dr.

in Halifax, NS and the individual will be expected to work at this location, with the option to work from home at certain times during the work term.

Key responsibilities

Learn about and become familiar with innovative gear technologies and how they operate
Train fishers in on-demand fishing gear systems
Measure and collect data in lab and field research
Maintain and service on-demand fishing gear systems
Keep complete, organized notes and records
Support the marine field program as required

Experience / Skills / Knowledge

Required Qualifications:

Strong interpersonal skills
Capable and self-directed
A working knowledge of Atlantic Canadian fixed gear fisheries
Strong communication skills

Assets:

A college diploma or university degree on a topic related to fisheries, conservation, or ocean technology
Experience in commercial fishing
French language skills
Marine Emergency Duties (MED) training
Marine First Aid

Eligibility:

be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the employment,
be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment, and,
is legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial legislation and regulations.
Recent immigrants are eligible if they are Canadian Citizens or permanent residents.
International students are not eligible participants.

Length of Contract

The anticipated start date for this summer position is 10 June 2024 for a period of 12 weeks.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:
May 22, 2024