Green Roof volunteer opportunity- Bronx, New York

For those in the NY area, a very rare chance to be involved with green roofing and/or permaculture and learn some tricks of the trade.

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Green Roof Project Associate

Location: Bronx, New York, 10454, United States
Organization: Friends of Brook Park
Language(s): English
Start date: February 20, 2010
Last day to apply: February 26, 2010
Paid or unpaid: Unpaid
Skill(s): Other
End date: June 21, 2010
Last updated: January 21, 2010

Description:

*We are looking for a part time winter/spring/summer intern to work on implementing our green roof. Green
roofs are engineered systems that places low maintenance vegetation on rooftops. Primary responsibilities will be assit in design and general garden maintenance: planting, weeding, composting, irrigation design of rainwater catchment system, documenting ecology, etc. Roof sites is in the South Bronx. Possible bee-keeping component.

This is a great opportunity for an individual who may already be familiar with green roof technology, however this is knowledge or previous experience not required!*

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*Various duties the intern may encounter:*

1. Work in the field on green roof project
2. Frequent seasonal green roof horticultural maintenance; Weed and compost management; Establish irrigation management on new green roof project
3. Document ecology on roof, to include plant species identification (wanted and unwanted species), insects, and birds.
Submit digital images and written documentation; Document and fix physical changes on roof- edging, gravel misplacement, garbage, etc.
4. Pick up and select plant material from greenhouse. Help develop new relationships with funders. Maintain plant inventory.
5. Assist in establishing green roof research plots.
6. Assist in establishing quality control and service protocols.
7. Assist in installing new green roof projects in the region.
8. Assist in green roof design using CAD.
9. Learn new systems. Create a library of different products and materials used- to include roofing membranes, protection fabric, drainage systems, soil, plants, edging, etc. Identify new products and vendors.
10. Update project leads information.
11. Identify financial incentives (local and regional) for potential clients to feasibly install a green roof.

*Additional:*

1. Be able to work alone or with a small crew in a timely and professional manner while on site or in the office.
2. Be flexible with daily and weekly tasks.
3. Arrive on time, and have 100% attendance- rain or shine.
4. Be willing to attend seminars, lectures, and possible conferences after hours.

Application instructions:

*Please email your letter resume, cover letter, and availability to informationATfriendsofbrookpark.org. Seeking two interns at 5 hours a week at least for three months to start. Please no generic inquiries.

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