MONITORING AVIAN PRODUCTIVITY AND SURVIVORSHIP (MAPS) PROGRAM. One Supervisory Field Biologist needed to train and supervise interns operating constant effort mistnetting and banding (MAPS) stations in the Northwest region (Washington or Oregon), 1 May through 8 August, 2002. Applicants must have previous experience with the MAPS protocol, and advanced skills in bird banding, birdsong identification and habitat structure assessment. The applicant should also have an excellent detailed working knowledge of the plumages and molts of at least all northwest species of North American landbirds. Preference will be given to those with a BS in Biology or related natural resources field. Demonstrated leadership skills, attention to detail, good physical condition, a tolerance of long days that begin before dawn and the ability to endure sometimes difficult field conditions are required. The salary is $1900 per month. Reliable field vehicles are a must. Join this continent-wide, cutting edge effort to determine the vital rates that cause changes in North American landbird populations. To apply, send a cover letter, professional resume and names of three references (with current contact information) who are familiar with your professional experience and qualifications. Contact MELLISSA WINFIELD, The Institute for Bird Populations, PO Box 1346, Point Reyes Station, CA 94956. FAX415-663-9482, PH415-663-2051, mwinfield@birdpop.org. Visit our website at www.birdpop.org.

MONITORING AVIAN PRODUCTIVITY AND SURVIVORSHIP (MAPS) PROGRAM. Many Field Biologist Interns (49 positions) are needed to operate constant effort mistnetting and banding (MAPS) stations in the Northwest region (Alaska, Montana, Washington, and Oregon), California, the Western Midwest/Texas region (Kansas, Missouri, and Texas), and the Eastern Midwest/East region (Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Virginia and Massachusetts). Interns are accepted into a given region and, after training, are assigned to a specific location. Internships are from 1 May (23 Apr in TX, 21 Apr in southern CA) through 8 August. Join this continent-wide, cutting edge effort to determine the vital rates that cause changes in North American landbird populations. Although some prior birding experience is necessary, prior banding experience is not necessary. All internships include an intensive, two week training course in mistnetting, banding, and aging and sexing small landbirds. Flexibility, good physical condition, a tolerance of long days that begin before dawn and the ability to endure sometimes difficult field conditions are required. Applicants with good field vehicles are especially needed. A per diem ranging from approximately $408 to $896 per month (depending on location and experience) for food and other out-of-pocket expenses and shared housing are provided. For application materials and further information, please contact MELLISSA WINFIELD, The Institute for Bird Populations, PO Box 1346, Point Reyes Station, CA 94956. FAX415-663-9482, PH415-663-2051, mwinfield@birdpop.org. Visit our website at www.birdpop.org.

Many FIELD BIOLOGIST INTERNS needed May 7- July 31 to survey birds by point counts and assess vegetation in North Cascades National Park and Olympic National Park in Washington state, and possibly additional sites in California. Must be familiar with, or able to learn quickly, the songs and calls of western montane landbirds. Seeking applicants in excellent physical condition with a willingness to backpack to remote sites and camp out most nights. Knowledge of western montane flora is a plus, as is a personal vehicle. Shared housing and on the job mileage reimbursement provided along with a per diem of $32 for food and general living expenses (amounts to $800 per month). Send cover letter, résumé and the names, phone numbers and e-mail addresses of two references to BOB WILKERSON, The Institute for Bird Populations, P.O. Box 1346, Point Reyes Station, CA 94956-1346 or email bwilkerson@birdpop.org.

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Two FIELD BIOLOGIST INTERNS needed approximately Jun 1 - Aug 15 to classify and describe plant communities at roadside survey points throughout the Sierra Nevada mountains of California. Experience identifying plants is required; knowledge of Sierra flora strongly desired. Seeking applicants willing to camp out most nights, and to live a nomadic existence for the summer-- there will be no base camp. Personal vehicle a plus. Great opportunity for friends or couples, but solo applicants are also welcome. On the job mileage reimbursement provided along with developed campsites (when available) and a per diem of $32 for food and general living expenses (amounts to $800 per month). Send cover letter, résumé and the names, phone numbers and e-mail addresses of two references to BOB WILKERSON, The Institute for Bird Populations, P.O. Box 1346, Point Reyes Station, CA 94956-1346 or email bwilkerson@birdpop.org.

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Two FIELD BIOLOGIST INTERNS needed approx. April 1 June 30 to survey Great Gray Owls in the southern Sierra Nevada mountains of California. Previous field experience required; experience surveying owls strongly preferred. Position entails working at night, sometimes in harsh weather, occasionally backpacking to remote sites, and camping out most nights. Rugged personal vehicle is a strong plus. Great opportunity for friends or couples, but solo applicants are also welcome. Shared housing and on the job mileage reimbursement provided along with a per diem of $20 for food and general living expenses (amounts to $500 per month). Send cover letter, résumé and the names, phone numbers and e-mail addresses of two references to BOB WILKERSON, The Institute for Bird Populations, P.O. Box 1346, Point Reyes Station, CA 94956-1346 or email bwilkerson@birdpop.org.

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Two FIELD BIOLOGIST INTERNS needed May 1 June 30 to survey birds by point counts and assess vegetation in burned and unburned forest patches in the Dome Land Wilderness Area of California’s Sierra Nevada mountains. Applicants should have strong birding skills and be familiar with the songs and calls of western montane landbirds. Position requires backpacking to remote sites and camping out most nights. Personal vehicle is a plus. Great opportunity for friends or couples, but solo applicants are also welcome. Shared housing and on the job mileage reimbursement provided along with a per diem of $32 for food and general living expenses (amounts to $800 per month). Send cover letter, résumé and the names, phone numbers and e-mail addresses of two references to BOB WILKERSON, The Institute for Bird Populations, P.O. Box 1346, Point Reyes Station, CA 94956-1346 or email bwilkerson@birdpop.org.