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Agency
Dept of AdministrationDivision
Youth Advocacy , Involvement OfficeJob Classification Title
S-Education & Training (S)Position Number
60014055Grade
TSAbout Us
The NC Department of Administration is the business manager for North Carolina state government. The department oversees Government Operations such as building construction, purchasing and contracting for goods and services, maintaining facilities, managing state vehicles, acquiring and disposing of real property, and operating auxiliary services such as courier mail delivery and the sale of state and federal surplus property. Additionally, the department manages many of the state's advocacy programs that provide assistance and services to diverse segments of the state's population that have been traditionally underserved.
Description of Work
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Agency: Natural and Cultural Resources
Division: Land and Water Stewardship
Job Duties: Conduct field surveys for rare plant and/or animal species within the mountains of western NC.
Major Task to be Performed:
The intern will assist Field Biologists in locating and documenting rare plant/animal populations, collecting data, and compiling species lists. They may also create reference documents, make GIS maps, identify natural communities, enter data, and write reports describing findings.
Final Product or Outcome Anticipated: Accurate and current records of rare species’ populations, including maps, number of individuals observed, occupied
area, and habitat information. The project will allow the intern to gain knowledge and experience with field work, biological inventory, and working with governmental agencies. The updated information gathered by the intern will help land
managers make the best decisions for protection of North Carolina’s natural resources for the sake of biodiversity and of current and future generations.
Academic Majors Desired: Biology, botany, wildlife
biology, plant science, natural resources, environmental sciences, geography, ecology, forestry, or zoology.
2026 State of North Carolina Internship Period: Monday, May 18 – Friday, July 24, 2026
Experience using dichotomous botanical keys and field guides, familiarity with the major plant families, and knowledge of Mountain region flora.
Knowledge of the identification and ecology of native wildlife of the Mountain region. Experience with field navigation using a GPS unit or tablet, field navigation apps, and a topographic map. Ability to hike off trail in steep and rugged terrain and through dense vegetation in all types of weather conditions
Willingness to work long days (10+ hours) in the field, with much of the day spent hiking off trails Attention to detail and positive attitude; ability to work independently on office tasks; passion for conservation and biodiversity.
This position will close at 11:59 p.m. the night before the end date.
Minimum Education and Experience
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.
EEO Statement
The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.
Recruiter:
Jeanene McBrideRecruiter Email:
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