Cumbria Woodlands is excited to announce the opportunity for one mentoring/shadowing position with our team, working on the #Species – Rainforest Restoration Project, based in Cumbria. The position is open to any recent graduates and those currently studying full-time or part time at degree level, or higher, in Forestry, Conservation, or a related subject.
We are looking for an individual who is keen to develop on-the-job skills, while gaining experience and training in the forestry or conservation sector, which could also benefit someone looking to pursue a career in community engagement, site management, or working with volunteers and the public. The position will run for 6 months (May 2025 until October 2025), with a total of 12 days of shadowing/mentoring for the successful applicant that will include:
- Landowner outreach involving woodland creation and management advice
- Training events
- Public-facing work at agricultural shows
- Working with partner organisations
- One-to-one training from our Rainforest team, and more.
To apply, please send an expression of interest to angus@cumbriawoodlands.co.uk by midnight on April 20th.
The expression of interest can be written, an illustration, or a video, telling us how you could benefit from this position. A stipend will be provided to cover expenses incurred.
For more information about this post, please contact Angus at angus@cumbriawoodlands.co.uk.
