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NAU at the Diversity in STEM Conference

azwildfireusrNov 13, 20242 min read

The SACNAS’ Diversity in STEM conference, the largest multidisciplinary and multicultural STEM diversity event in the country, was held two weeks ago in Phoenix. As a group, NAU was able to send than 70 people (15 people were affiliated with the School of Forestry directly, and there were many more through funded training programs), which […]

Cecil Fire, managed wildfire-Coconino NF

AZWI Job Round Up!

azwildfireusrJul 10, 20241 min read

There are some exciting new positions for those looking for work in wildland fire and forestry! The Nature Conservancy Arizona is looking for 1-2 field technicians to measure fuels and vegetation plots focusing on pre/post Rx Fire assessment of surface/canopy…

Job and Internship Opportunities: AZWI’s Bi-weekly Roundup!

Job and Internship Opportunities: AZWI’s Bi-weekly Roundup!

azwildfireusrMay 23, 20241 min read

Today we highlight the role of Branch Chief, National Fire Training with the USFS! USFS Branch Chief for National Fire Training Looking for work in wildland fire or, more broadly, in forestry? Check out our Workforce Development Job Listings for…

Job and Internship Opportunities: AZWI’s Bi-weekly Roundup!

Job and Internship Opportunities: AZWI’s Bi-weekly Roundup!

azwildfireusrMay 14, 20242 min read

There are a lot of exciting opportunities for folks who are interested in jobs in forestry and wildland fire. Don’t wait—the jobs highlighted today have application deadlines coming soon! The Forest Stewards Guild is hiring a Fireshed Coordinator The Flagstaff…

A group of women attend a Wildland Fire Training held by officials from the Coconino National Forest.

Field Day for Women in Wildland Fire!

azwildfireusrApr 23, 20242 min read

On Saturday our Recruitment and Retention Manager, Lauren Orme, headed out to the forest to join the Coconino County Forest Service district office as they hosted a field training for Women in Wildland Fire.   The cohort consisted of women between…