Join Our Team & Help Protect the North River and Hyde Creek Watersheds!

 Location: Cornwall, PEI, Canada
Anticipated Start Date: May 4th or May 11th, 2026
Duration: 16-week and 14-week positions (37.5 hours/week)
Wage: $19/hour

· Restore salmonid spawning habitat using natural materials;

· Plant and maintain native trees, shrubs, and wildflowers;

· Identify plant and animal species;

· Assist with trail creation and forest management;

· Manage and enhance naturalized areas in Cornwall;

· Engage with the community at environmental events;

· Participate in scientific monitoring, including:

• Electrofishing
• Rapid Geomorphic Assessments
• Riparian Health Assessments
• Water temperature monitoring
• Stream crossing inventory
• Other tasks as required.

· Must be returning to school in the fall;

· Team player with strong communication skills;

· Ability to work independently and take initiative;

· Comfortable working in various weather conditions and remote locations;

· Physically fit: able to walk several kilometers daily and lift up to 35 lbs.

· Education in biology, botany, wildlife, or other related natural resources field;

· Strong interest in ecology/conservation;

· Silviculture certification (chainsaw safety, basic level or higher);

· Backpack electrofishing certification;

· Ability to identify native PEI plant and fish species;

· Previous experience in watershed restoration, forestry, or environmental fieldwork. 

Location: Cornwall, PEI, Canada

Anticipated Start Date: April 27th, 2026

Duration: 18 weeks (37.5 hours per week)

Wage: $20 per hour

· Supervise and manage a team of 3-4 field employees, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and safely. 

· Lead by example, providing guidance and support to complete project activities. 

· Educate and mentor team members on conservation topics, including fish habitat, hydrology, native/invasive species, field assessments, stream restoration, forestry, and land use. 

· Operate a chainsaw for stream restoration and trail creation. 

· Engage with the community at environmental events, representing the organization.

· Conduct environmental monitoring, including: 

• Electrofishing 
• Rapid Geomorphic Assessments 
• Riparian Health Assessments 
• Water temperature monitoring
• Stream crossing inventory

· Ensure timely completion of work plan activities while maintaining high standards. 

· Prioritize safety, ensuring proper PPE use, first aid kit availability, and equipment maintenance in the field.

· Report to the coordinator and assist with delegated tasks as needed.

· Must be entering or returning to full-time post-secondary studies in the fall, preferably with an environmental focus such as Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Wildlife Conservation, Climate Change & Adaptation, Island Studies, or other related field.

· Strong leadership skills to guide, motivate, and support the field crew.

· Clear communication skills to ensure tasks are understood and completed effectively.

· Confident decision-making abilities, with adaptability to adjust plans as needed in the field;

· Ability to identify native PEI plant and fish species;

· First Aid certification

· Experience in fish habitat restoration on PEI.

· Knowledge of freshwater ecosystems, including fish habitat, hydrology, native and invasive species, field assessments, stream restoration, forestry, and land use.

· Silviculture certification (chainsaw safety basic level or higher).

· Backpack electrofishing certification.