To be eligible for an AGFC Internship, applicants must meet the following prerequisites:

• Must have 60 hours of college credits earned by the time the Internship begins.
• At the time of application, must be a college student, graduated within the previous 12 months, or currently enrolled in a post-graduate program.
• Must have a 2.5 cumulative grade point average on a 4.0 scale.

Selected intern will coordinate directly with his/her college or university to obtain course credit for their work.  

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Required skills may vary depending on the AGFC position and division.  The following skills are typically required for conservation-focused AGFC positions:

• Knowledge of the procedures and methods used in documenting wildlife investigations.
• Knowledge of the equipment and techniques used to maintain buildings, grounds and equipment.
• Knowledge of fish propagation, harvesting, cultivation, and maintenance activities.
• Knowledge of tissue and blood sampling techniques used in collection research.
• Knowledge of agricultural methods and basic land laws.
• Knowledge of timber marking, land surveying, and other related forestry techniques.
• Ability to collect samples of wildlife, perform fish hatchery, prepare reports, maintain files, and present oral and written information.
• Ability to operate and maintain wildlife equipment.

• Skilled in oral and written communication
• General hunting and boating safety knowledge
• Experience with canoes or kayaks, firearms, and archery
• Knowledgeable of native plant and animal species and River Valley/Ozark/ Ouachita ecosystems
• General knowledge of education principles and learning concepts
• Ability to coordinate multiple activities with peers, supervisors and volunteers
• Ability to communicate in a public forum
• Ability to handle and care for a variety of native species
• Proficient in various computer software programs

The AGFC Internship program is designed to help students gain education and practical experience related to the conservation work AGFC performs and to meet hands-on training requirements necessary for students to earn their degree. This training is critical to students pursuing a conservation career and is often the deciding factor in gaining employment after college.

To be determined by the hiring supervisor.

 The intern will be based out of the Fort Smith Nature Center and will organize and lead fishing camps. These camps are for youth-age participants.

The intern will also teach fish biology/anatomy, casting techniques, and the difference between lures and baits and will take the participants fishing. Our full-time and part-time staff will assist with this project, but the intern will prepare the outline and will take the lead.

Additionally, this position will help with classes at the nature center such as Archery and Paddling/Fishing, and may assist with float trips. The intern will also work on management habitat improvement projects such as invasive plant removal, and fishing access improvements around Wells Lake. 

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AGFC interns are paid $13.00 per hour and work approximately 40 hours per week (no more than 400 hours for 10 weeks).

Intern positions will be available through June, July, and August. Flexible work schedules can be established with your division supervisor.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION:

Please upload and attach to this application:

1. A current resume.
2. A one-page cover letter to include goals, interests, and how an AGFC internship will help accomplish those goals.
3. A copy of your unofficial or official college transcript(s). Official transcripts will be required before employment start date. 

IF THESE DOCUMENTS ARE NOT ATTACHED, YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE DETERMINED INCOMPLETE UNTIL THEY ARE RECEIVED.

If you are unable to attach your documentation, you may email it to Lauren Cannon at: lauren.cannon@agfc.ar.gov.  Please be sure and provide the following in the email subject line:  position name and position number.   

All documents must be received by March 15, 2024.

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