Employment and Volunteering

MNFI currently has the following positions available:

 

MNFI Field Technician – Zoologist (Herps) / Professional Aide

Position Overview

The Michigan Natural Features Inventory, a program of MSU Extension, is hiring up to eight seasonal field technicians to conduct surveys for rare amphibians and reptiles and collect population, habitat, and other environmental data on Federal, State, Municipal, NGO, and/or private lands. Preference will be given to applicants with experience conducting reptile and amphibian surveys, handling live animals, working in Michigan/Midwestern natural communities, and demonstrated field work experience. Ability to work long and/or flexible hours in the field, travel throughout the state including overnight stays, and work independently and as part of a team are required as a regular part of this position.

Application Process

View full description and apply through the MSU Careers page. Search for posting 1103603 using the Search field, or see the page at https://careers.msu.edu/jobs/professional-aide-in-state-michigan-united-states-ingham-f4a1c21a-3bb9-4c8e-8fc7-c03166df756d.

Application deadline is January 21, 2026.

MNFI Field Technician – Botanist / Professional Aide

Position Overview

The Michigan Natural Features Inventory, a program of MSU Extension, is hiring up to twelve seasonal field technicians to conduct plant species surveys and collect plot based vegetative data on Federal, State, Municipal, NGO, and/or private lands. Preference will be given to applicants with intermediate to expert botanical skills in the identification of Michigan plants species and demonstrated field work experience. Travel in local and surrounding communities and occasional long-distance travel are required as a regular part of this position.

Application Process

View full description and apply through the MSU Careers page. Search for posting 1095562 using the Search field, or see the page at https://careers.msu.edu/jobs/mnfi-field-technician-botanist-professional-aide-in-state-michigan-united-states-ingham-lansing

Application deadline is January 11th, 2026.