Application Deadline: April 21, 2025

Hours: Non-exempt, Part-time: Monday-Friday, 20-32 hrs/week to be determined between the Department and applicant

$500 End of Season Bonus

Summary:

Prairie Island Indian Community (PIIC) is seeking two (2) summer interns to support our Land & Environment Department. Internships will start between May (ideal) and June and last through the end of summer. Our internship opportunities provide individuals with on-the-job training and experience while making important contributions to the Community. Specific duties for each intern may vary and are intended to provide a well-rounded perspective to satisfy internship requirements. If interested, please send your resume to bailey.fox@piic.org

Job Responsibilities & Duties:

The following duties and responsibilities are not meant to be all-inclusive and may be adjusted to meet business needs.

The primary role of these internship positions will be to assist Land & Environment staff in conducting field work to improve and maintain the natural resources used by the PIIC community for food, medicine, and cultural connection. Specifically, the interns will:

· Assist with maintenance of the Community Vegetable Garden, Cultural & Medicinal Garden, and Tiyokȟata (greenhouse) operations.

· Assist with wildlife surveys.

· Assist with invasive species removal, pollinator-friendly plantings, and cultural plantings.

· Assist with water quality and biological sample collection.

· Support education and outreach events throughout the summer.

· Assist with other projects / tasks as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

· Ability and enthusiasm for working outdoors in many different weather conditions (heat, light rain, wind)

· Interest in learning how to operate basic garden tools such as hand tools, mowers, and weed whips

· Successful experience working in a team setting

· Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and effectively with minimal supervision

· Ability to maintain confidentiality

· Experience with and connection to Dakota culture and community

· Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to operate work vehicles when necessary

Preferred Qualifications:

· Knowledge of plant life, gardening, and/or foraging.

· Enrolled in a 2 or 4-year post-secondary degree program pursuing a degree in a field of study related to the area where the internship is being performed (agro-ecology, food systems, biology, environmental studies, natural resources, or similar)

· Experience with field equipment operation and upkeep (including garden implements, 4-wheelers, UTVs, etc.)

· Computer skills Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook)

· Demonstrated perseverance and problem-solving skills.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

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