Plant Conservation and Data Intern

Research and compile data on plants native to North America using online and library resources for the Native Plants of North America database.Support the transition to and development of a new database interface by retagging images and identifying errors in data.Improve species profiles by uploading and organizing plant images.Assist with germination trials, seed cleaning and storage, and conservation horticulture.Organize and enter seed bank records.Support Science and Conservation staff and interns with vegetation surveys in October.Participate in fieldwork and trips as opportunities arise.Other duties as assigned.Intern will prepare a short presentation about their experience to Center staff.AvailabilityMust be able to commit to at least two days per week (1 day with Learning and Engagement team and 1 day with Science and Conservation team), 12-19 hour per week. Schedules can be flexible depending on intern's availability. Field work tends to occur Tuesday-Thursday. The Intern and Supervisor will work together to set the work schedule. Discussion of work schedule options will occur during the interview process. Internship will start on August 24, 2026, or after, and will end on December 9, 2026, before finals begin.QualificationsThe intern will be required to fulfill a 120-160 hour commitment during the times allotted for the individual program to which accepted.Candidate must be enrolled in a college program in the areas of natural resources, environmental science, conservation, botany, biology or related field.Proficiency in MS Excel.Knowledge of botanical nomenclature is helpful but not required.RequirementsIntern will be required to perform moderate physical activity such as bending, lifting and pushing while working in an outdoor environment in hot and cold temperatures.Intern must have reliable transportation to and from the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center (4801 La Crosse Ave, Austin, Texas, 78739). There is no bus service to the Wildflower Center. The closest bus stop is at Slaughter Ln and Westgate Blvd.Must be able to pass a background check.Must be eligible to work in the United States.Salary Range$18.00 per hourApplication Schedule and Job Date InformationApplications for the Fall 2026 Semester should be submitted by July 26, 2026. Interviews will be held August 3-12, 2026.Start date of the position will be the first day of class, August 24, 2026, or later.End date will be on December 9, 2026, prior to the start of finals.This intern position is for Fall 2026 semester. There is a possibility of continuation into the Spring 2027 semester based on funding, business need, and work performance.Required MaterialsResume or CV, with relevant coursework and work historyCollege transcript, unofficial transcripts are acceptableLetter of Interest (Cover Letter) stating your interest in native plant conservation, what you would like to gain through this internship, and why you would like to intern at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. Please also include your availability in your cover letter.List of three references with their contact informationImportantfor applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Care r link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questionspresented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.