Wildlife Conservation Society - India https://india.wcs.org RSS feeds for Wildlife Conservation Society - India 60 https://india.wcs.org/opportunities/ID/22121/Research-Intern#Comments 0 https://india.wcs.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=20250&ModuleID=42345&ArticleID=22121 https://india.wcs.org:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=22121&PortalID=209&TabID=20250 Research Intern https://india.wcs.org/opportunities/ID/22121/Research-Intern Research intern to conduct research and conservation work for projects in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.  Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra  Program/Sector: Human-Wildlife Interactions and Urban Biodiversity Programme.  Position Type: Intern  About us: The Wildlife Conservation Society-India works to conserve wildlife backed by science. We work in partnership with governmental and non-governmental organisations to deal with conservation challenges such as human-wildlife interaction, combating wildlife trafficking, conservation of marine ecosystems and species, conservation of endangered species, livelihood development of local communities, and so on. We are committed to wildlife conservation and the ecological worldview that recognises the inextricable link between human welfare and the protection of wildlife and wild spaces; WCS-India endeavours to inspire positive attitudes in people towards wildlife.  WCS-India is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, or disability.  About the project  The human-wildlife interactions and urban biodiversity programme aims to understand the complex relationship between humans and wild animals. Currently, the project focuses on the interactions of leopards and macaques with humans in this urban landscape. The project aims to provide management interventions based on scientifically robust information on the current scenario. We engage and collaborate with stakeholders to create an environment of co-existence through outreach and capacity building based on scientific findings.   The Position  This is a beginner-level position and we encourage people with minimal experience to also apply. The research intern (RI) is expected to help in fieldwork and other project-related activities in and around Mumbai, including protected areas. Our work entails rigorous field activities as well as desk-based assignments. Our projects are conducted in collaboration with the Maharashtra Forest Department, and we would be interacting with ground-level staff regularly. The position is available for a period of 3 months starting 15th March 2024 and we expect a minimum commitment of two months from the RI.  Fieldwork would include aspects like camera trapping, sign surveys, behaviour observations and interviews with locals, and in addition to field data collection the RI will help with data entry and other responsibilities listed below. Shared accommodation will be provided and food expenses will be covered during the internship period.  Responsibilities:  Assisting in long hours of data collection (08 -10 hours/day)  Independently Navigating around the Mumbai Metropolitan region to different field sites.  Interacting with local communities.  Data entry, data validation and data processing.  help in awareness and conservation-related activities in the landscape.  Any other work assigned by the Programme Manager and supervisors on the field or in the office related to wildlife research or conservation.   Required Qualification     Essential requirements  Aged 18+  Good communication skills with stakeholders and community members from the study area landscape. (fluency in English and Hindi is the minimum criterion)  Other skills  Fluency in Marathi will be advantageous.  Driver’s license and driving experience for two and four-wheeler vehicles.  Date of joining: 1st April, 2024.  Compensation: 10,000 to 15,000 INR  To apply:   Please send together in one file a motivation letter (max 200 word) and an updated resume. Submit your application using the position title “Research Intern - HWI” in the subject line to careers@wcsindia.org by 16.59 on March 26, 2023.  Candidates should mandatorily share the contact details of at least two professional references. Please mention your driving licence, driving experience, and language proficiency.   All applications will be reviewed; however, only shortlisted candidates will be notified for further process.    Thu, 14 Mar 2024 09:48:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:22121