Natural Resources Intern
Current• Assisted in work including forestry, water resources, and other environmental protection efforts such as invasive species management, erosion control permits, native plant restoration projects, and public education materials. Frequently used GIS platforms. • Inspected both public/private trees and recorded information for the city data base. (ArcGIS) Diagnosed various diseases based on observed symptoms. Certified Minnesota Tree Inspector.• Assisted in a variety of water resources improvement efforts such as inspections of stormwater structures on private/public sites, raingarden installation projects, grant research, and water quality sampling. • Inspected and closed natural resource management permits of construction projects.• Provide recommendations on invasive species management and native plant restoration projects on City owned lands.• Created outreach materials for public environmental education. • Frequently communicated with the public during field inspections, phone conversations, and email.