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We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Ecological Survey Intern to support ongoing fieldwork and data collection as part of a larger project on Ecosystem-based Adaptation (EbA) and biodiversity monitoring in Bengaluru. The internship offers hands-on experience in biodiversity surveys, ecological sampling, and field data management in diverse urban and peri-urban habitats. A candidate based in Bengaluru would be preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in biodiversity field surveys across selected parks, lakes, wetlands, and urban forests.
• Support sampling of indicator taxa (e.g. birds, insects, amphibians, reptiles, and plants) using standardised ecological methods.
• Record and manage data using field datasheets and mobile apps (e.g. Survey123 and iNaturalist).
• Assist in species identification using field guides and reference materials.
• Contribute to data entry, cleaning, and metadata preparation in R/Excel/GIS.

Qualifications

Enrolled in or recently completed a master’s degree in ecology, environmental science, zoology, botany, geography, geoinformatics, or a related field.

Skill Set

• Demonstrated interest in biodiversity monitoring and conservation ecology.
• Prior fieldwork experience in bird, insect, or vegetation surveys (preferred).
• Familiarity with GPS devices, field guides, and mobile apps for ecological surveys.
• Basic knowledge of GIS (QGIS/ArcGIS) and data handling in Excel/R is desirable.

Duration

3 months

We are seeking a candidate to support the Adaptation and Risk Analysis Group in the ongoing work on multi-hazard risk assessment, including floods, landslides, heatwaves, and droughts.

Responsibilities

• Assist in hazard modelling and risk assessment for floods, landslides, and extreme precipitation events.
• Perform geospatial analysis using GIS software (ArcGIS/QGIS) for hazard mapping and vulnerability assessment.
• Support the development of hazard susceptibility and risk maps using statistical or machine learning approaches.
• Assist in data pre-processing and visualisation using programming tools (Python/R).
• Compile and manage datasets from sources such as satellite observations and climate data.
• Contribute to technical reports, documentation, and presentations.
• Support the team in literature review and methodological development related to hazard and climate risk modelling.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a master’s degree in civil engineering, hydrology, water resources, environmental engineering, geoinformatics, climate science, data science, or a related field.
• Evidenced interest/internships working on similar projects (0-1 years’ experience). 

Skill Set

• Knowledge of modelling tools for hazard assessment or modelling.
• Experience with remote-sensing data processing.
• Familiarity with climate datasets (e.g. rainfall, temperature, and climate indices) and hazard drivers.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace.
• Basic understanding of natural hazards and climate risk assessment.
• Familiarity with GIS software (ArcGIS/QGIS).
• Basic programming skills in Python or R.
• Experience handling geospatial and climate datasets will be an advantage.

Duration

3 months