IN PERSON, HYBRID: ODFW Water Quality and Quantity Program is involved with many water issues that can directly or indirectly affect fish and wildlife. The primary project for a Scholar would be to create science communication content highlighting the ODFW Water Program’s work to protect freshwater habitats for Oregon’s fish and wildlife, including anadromous species, for use and enjoyment by present and future generations. The Scholar may work remotely except for time spent in the field documenting ongoing projects which could include: coldwater refuge study, instream needs habitat surveys, and other studies whose goal is to investigate major limiting factors for anadromous salmonids such as water quantity, habitat complexity, and water quality.

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The scholar would work with Water Program policy and science staff to develop compelling science communication materials showing how scientific research is used to inform water policy and management in Oregon. The scholar would work with staff to determine the project focus and scope, and then develop science communication content directed towards general audiences who want to better understand conservation and water policy in Oregon. Final project deliverables may include videos and other interactive content. For example, the Scholar may accompany field staff to document instream flow studies as they are being conducted; the Scholar would then use the media collected to create content illustrating how such studies are a critical step leading to the protection of water instream.

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Office hybrid: 70%; Field: 30%. Biweekly staff meetings in person are optional, may attend virtually

• Open to US citizens only
• Any undergraduate student who is currently enrolled in any U.S. college or university (or who will have graduated during the 2023-2024 academic year) may apply. Students from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

*Foreign nationals please note: while this opportunity is open to all eligible students regardless of nationality, some participating host offices are unable to accept international applicants. This may reduce the number of placement opportunities available to foreign nationals. Also, additional taxes may be applied to your stipend, depending on your country’s tax treaty with the US. Work authorization paperwork must be completed by students prior to the start date of the internship.