Wisconsin Natural Resources Student Employment Program – University of Wiscon

The Wisconsin Natural Resources Student Employment Program is a partnership between the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point’s Wisconsin Center for Wildlife (WCW) and the United States Forest Service – Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. This 13-week Student Employment program is designed to provide a career-oriented introduction to the background, philosophy, concepts, and scope of natural resources management and a practical understanding of US Forest Service policies.

Student Employees will receive on-the-job training and exposure to a variety of natural resource disciplines and careers with the US Forest Service and other natural resources agencies and organizations. The Forestry Technician (Timber/Silviculture) Student Employee will be an employee of University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point who will work within the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest directly with US Forest Service staff to accomplish Natural Resource Goals.

Hiring entity and partner overview: The WCW’s mission is to engage students, landowners, professionals, and the public in sustainable wildlife and natural resources management through research, education, and outreach. Learn more about the WCW.

The mission of the US Forest Service is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of the nation’s forests and grasslands to meet the needs of present and future generations. Learn more about the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest.

Four positions are available, with multiple openings among them. Final date to receive applications for each position is January 31, 2026. However, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Positions may be filled before the Final date to receive applications.

For questions regarding the application process, please contact Jennifer Summers at jsummers.

View position details:

• Forestry Technician (Timber/Silviculture)
• Non-Native Invasive Species Technician
• Interdisciplinary Forest Assistant
• Biological Science Technician

The Forestry Technician (Timber/Silviculture) – Student Employee will support US Forest Service staff with timber and silviculture programs in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. Twelve positions available at various locations (six at Lakewood, three at Washburn, two at Medford, one at Hayward).

• Collecting forest regeneration data in recently harvested areas
• Monitoring stands for oak wilt infections and keeping detailed records
• Marking oak wilt infection centers for cutting and removal
• Using global positioning systems, aerial photographs, topographic maps, GIS and/or compass in navigation.
• Performing highly physical labor and daily hiking, sometimes to remote locations in rugged terrain under possible adverse weather conditions.
• Data entry and other duties in a laboratory/office setting.
• Participating in professional development workshops to gain leadership skills and learn about diverse career paths for natural resource professionals.

• Must be an undergraduate student currently pursuing a degree in Biology, Botany, Conservation Biology, Environmental Sciences, Forest Science, Forestry, Horticulture, Recreation, Soil Science, Wildlife Ecology, etc.
• Enthusiasm to learn about diverse natural resource careers.
• No prior field experience is necessary.
• We strongly encourage applications from first-generation college students and groups that are historically underrepresented in natural resources and environmental sciences.
• Successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.

To view the complete description and application instructions, select the appropriate link and search for “JR” or “Summers-Intern Silviculture.”

• Students of University of Wisconsin colleges
• All other applicants

For questions about the position, please contact:

• Lakewood:
  John Lampereur, John.lampereur
• Washburn:
  Dan Hinson, Daniel.
  
  Hinson
• Medford:
  Brian Bergman, Brian.
  
  Bergman
• Hayward:
  William Gerred…