NBLT’s Mary Louise & Eberhard Faber Conservation Scholarship Fund at the Luzerne Foundation
To further North Brand Land Trust’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values, the Mary Louise and Eberhard Faber Scholarship Fund was established at the Luzerne Foundation to celebrate the legacy of Mary Louise and Eberhard Faber.
North Branch Land Trust is currently seeking a Conservation and Stewardship Intern for
Summer 2024 to support the functions of the Trust’s Land Conservation and Stewardship
Coordinator. This is a paid internship. The ideal candidate has a strong passion for
conservation and the outdoors with the ability to assist in all-terrain fieldwork. The
candidate should be outgoing, organized, and hardworking, with an interest in outdoor
education and programming. This resume-building internship will provide significant
hands-on experiences in a diverse and fast-paced role as well as invaluable learning about
conservation, ecology, education and more.
North Branch Land Trust partners with landowners, communities, and stakeholders to
conserve and care for Northeastern Pennsylvania’s lands and waters.
During the course of this internship, the candidate can expect to:
– Assist with field work on preserves and private property
– Appropriately document fieldwork in an organized manner
– Provide support with conservation and stewardship needs and NBLT events
– Create programming opportunities for outdoor education for all ages
– Work with NBLT staff and conservation partners to engage the community
– Participate in status report meetings (weekly) and brainstorming meetings (as
needed)
– Participate and assist in events, such as the Annual Dinner in May.
– Complete other duties as assigned
The ideal candidate should have:
– An appreciation for the outdoors and NEPA’s natural resources
– Ability to work outdoors in a variety of terrains and weather conditions
– A curiosity and willingness to learn new skills
– The ability to take direction but can confidently work autonomously
– Good written and verbal communication
– Reliable access to an internet capable device with word-processing software
– Reliable transportation to and from NBLT offices and properties
Experience, Education and Designations: Must be a student or recent graduate of high
school, college, or graduate program in Northeastern Pennsylvania.
Internship timeline: Flexible work environment 8-20 hours per week for a total of 100
hours with opportunities to work in the office and in the field.
Compensation: $14/hr. not to exceed 20 hours/week and 100 hours over the course of
the internship.
To apply, please submit the following materials to The Luzerne Foundation’s Scholarship
Administrator at donna@luzfdn.org, subject “Faber Scholarship.”
- Introductory cover letter
- Resume listing relevant educational, work, and/or volunteer skills and experience
- Answer the following questions in 300 words or less:
a. Why are you passionate about conservation?
b. Describe your perfect day outdoors in Northeast PA.
c. What in your opinion is the most important lesson to teach all people about
conservation/the outdoors/the environment?
Accommodation is available upon request in the application, interview, and internship
process.
Chosen applicants may be required to complete additional clearances and background
checks as the position requires.
~ Application deadline is Friday, April 19, 2024 ~
“In the spirit of spreading the love around, in honor of both Mom and Eb, and in honor of the land they loved so much and that we have enjoyed for 40 plus years! The goal is to fund internships at the Land Trust so that young people have the opportunity to learn about conservation and other environmental issues. Not only is it crucial that the next generation be exposed to nature, but also that all communities be exposed to it, and learn to love and care for it. Mom and Eb had a big impact on that small community and will be remembered by many, many people with love and affection.” – Deidre Smith
Mary Louise and Eberhard Faber were so much to so many people here in Northeastern Pennsylvania. While many may have known them through enterprise and philanthropy, North Branch Land Trust has always known the Faber’s as ardent conservationists. We are thrilled to see their passion live on.
