The Specimen Digitizer Intern will learn all aspects of curation and digitization on one of three NSF funded projects aimed at increasing the availability of herbarium specimens digitally. The All Asia project aims to digitize 150,000 specimens from 36 Asian countries. The African Plants project focuses on digitizing collections from tropical countries in Africa. The Carlquist Extended Specimen Network project aims to curate and digitize the Sherwin Carlquist collection.

This position is responsible for performing general maintenance, janitorial services and any necessary repairs of CALBG facilities. Responsibilities will also include event set-ups, and be flexible to complete assignments to support various CALBG activities.

The California Botanic Garden is pleased to announce a botanical illustration internship opportunity for the summer of 2023. This position is open to early career illustrators interested in developing illustration techniques related to botanical specimens. Working with several Garden scientists, the intern will have opportunities to work on various research projects, including, but not limited to: illustrations for publications of plant species new to science; rare plant species central to conservation research; and trait evolution. The intern will have access to the Garden’s five collections (herbarium, library, archives, living collection, and seed collection) as resources for illustration. Opportunities for the successful applicant to participate in the Garden’s Summer Applied Plant Conservation Internship activities, such as workshops and presentations, will also be encouraged.

The Specimen Digitizer Intern will learn all aspects of curation and digitization on one of three NSF funded projects aimed at increasing the availability of herbarium specimens digitally. The All Asia project aims to digitize 150,000 specimens from 36 Asian countries. The African Plants project focuses on digitizing collections from tropical countries in Africa. The Carlquist Extended Specimen Network project aims to curate and digitize the Sherwin Carlquist collection.

The Community Education Coordinator has primary responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the Garden’s on-site program of curriculum-consistent field trips for school groups, as well as tours for groups of all kinds. The Community Education Coordinator supports all of the Department’s other programs and activities. The Community Education Coordinator also supports other Garden events, including Visitor Engagement and Advancement events as needed. Must be computer-literate and have facility with multi-functional computer software programs, including databases. Must work well with others, including volunteers and diverse people of all ages. Some evening and weekend work is required.

California Botanic Garden is seeking a passionate, creative, and self-motivated individual to join the gardens horticulture staff. Under supervision of the Grounds Manager, the Horticulturist-I maintains the living collection, including planting, pruning, weeding, watering, mulching, and removing dead plants; maintains irrigation systems, decomposed granite paths, and other garden facilities.

Work in a team performing fieldwork to advance invasive plant management on the Angeles National Forest. Duties include herbicide application, use of hand and power tools such as chainsaws for removal of invasive plant species, rugged off-trail backcountry travel by foot in difficult terrain, and some GPS mapping of plant populations. Must approach all tasks with respect for natural, cultural and fiscal resources, co-workers, volunteers, partner agencies, and organizations. This is a full time temporary position (up to 40 hours a week for 3 months, with possibility of extension.) Hours may vary due to weather conditions. The position involves 100% fieldwork, including in inclement weather, and no office time. Field tasks are typically labor intensive.