Employer: USDA Forest Service

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Internship Opportunity

The USDA Forest Service, Policy Analysis staff is recruiting summer interns to work on analytical and synthesis studies. Relevant disciplines include the natural sciences, natural resources, environmental policy, social sciences, economics, and environmental law. Strong skills in analysis, critical thinking, and oral and written communication are essential.

Policy Analysis works directly for the Deputy Chief for Research and Development while providing rapid synthesis, advice, and guidance on a broad range of topics affecting Forest Service policies and programs. Policy Analysis’ work cuts across all organization areas and levels, providing a unique perspective on the agency as a whole. Current topics include impacts of climate change on forest management, reducing the agency’s environmental footprint, markets for ecosystems services, forest product certification, forest restoration and changing management needs on private forest lands. Specific assignments will depend on interest, background, and skills. Interns will also meet with counterparts from other organizations, attend relevant Congressional hearings and meetings, meet executives, and view agency operations in the field.

Interns will work at the Forest Service headquarters in Washington, D.C. Positions are available for 3-month duration within June through September 2008. Specific start and end dates are flexible. Students must be in a graduate program and returning to their studies for the Fall 2008 semester.

Contact C. Denise Ingram for further information at 202-205-3611 or via email cdingram@fs.fed.us. Forward a copy of your resume to Denise by March 17, 2008. Phone interviews will be scheduled through late March and final candidates selected by early April 2008.

Location: Washington, D.C.

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Address: Contact C. Denise Ingram for further information at 202-205-3611 or via email cdingram@fs.fed.us. Forward a copy of your resume to Denise by March 17, 2008. Phone interviews will be scheduled through late March and final candidates selected by early April 2008.

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Deadline: March 30, 2008