APPLICATION PERIOD CLOSED; APPLICATIONS IN REVIEW
See Full Position Description HERE
Do you want to gain hands-on experience in salmon habitat restoration and construction in the Skagit watershed? Join our fish passage construction team for a summer of fun, fish, and learning new skills in a sporty high vis vest and a hard hat! This intern will assist the Habitat Restoration Program with tasks associated with fish passage project planning and construction monitoring. Every summer, Skagit Fisheries constructs multiple fish passage projects with the goal of restoring habitat connectivity for salmon and other anadromous fish species. In summer 2026, Skagit Fisheries expects to be constructing 5 habitat restoration projects at 4 different sites within the Skagit watershed. The intern will be involved in pre-construction tasks, construction monitoring, fish exclusion during construction, project planning, and more.
Qualifications:
- Must be a current college or university student (at start of internship) with a background and interest in one or more of the following areas of study: environmental sciences/studies, biology, restoration/conservation, ecology
- Must be able to able to use a personal vehicle to get to project sites
- Ability to be flexible with schedule is desired as construction dates may change depending on contractor schedules
- Knowledgeable on native and non-native fish and amphibian identification
- Proficient reading comprehension and ability to learn protocol required for environmental permits and compliance
- Inquisitive and enthusiastic to learn
- GIS knowledge and competence desirable, but not required
Time Commitment
The Internship begins mid-May and is anticipated to end mid-September (18 weeks). There is flexibility on the exact start and end date, but the intern needs to be available during both Spring and Summer terms. The time commitment is 10-20 hours per week ( 10 hour days) mid-May to July 13. Then July 13- mid through September, the time commitment will increase to 30 hours per week, or three 10-hour days. This additional 10-hour day per week is added during the active construction season. Total internship = 300 hours
Stipend
This is a volunteer position eligible for a $4,500 stipend, with monthly disbursements
To Apply
Complete the Online Application and upload your Resume.
Skagit Fisheries is seeking one (1) intern; position open until filled.
If you have questions regarding this new Skagit Fisheries Internship, please contact:
Myrriah Crowley
360-899-6281
mcrowley@skagitfisheries.org
Orca Day at Mount Vernon Farmers Market
Stop by our booth at the Mount Vernon Farmers Market and celebrate Orca Day with us! We’ll have activities and information about orcas and the role our local watershed plays in their survival.
This event is part of Orca Action Month!
Learn how healthy salmon runs, clean water, and habitat restoration efforts right here at home connect all the way to the Salish Sea. It’s a great opportunity for all ages to discover what’s happening in our backyard and how you can be part of the solution.
We hope to see you there!
Request for Bid – East Fork Silver Creek Fish Passage Project
Request for ServicesThis request is now CLOSED.
The confirmed lowest and responsible bidder for the East Fork Silver Creek Fish Passage Project is Highline Construction with a low bid of $67,985.33
Skagit Fisheries Enhancement Group is requesting bids for the construction of the East Fork Silver Creek Fish Passage Project.
CLICK HERE for the attached Request for Bid with the full project scope and construction contract.
There will be an optional pre-bid meeting at the project location on April 16, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM. If you plan to attend the pre-bid meeting, please contact Yuki Reiss, kyreiss@skagitfisheries.org, (360) 770-3177 for directions.
Bids are DUE and opened on April 27, 2026, at 12:00PM via electronic PDF file.
Thank you for your interest in salmon restoration!
Restoration Construction Internship APPLICATION PERIOD CLOSED; APPLICATIONS IN REVIEW
Job OpportunitiesAPPLICATION PERIOD CLOSED; APPLICATIONS IN REVIEW
See Full Position Description HERE
Do you want to gain hands-on experience in salmon habitat restoration and construction in the Skagit watershed? Join our fish passage construction team for a summer of fun, fish, and learning new skills in a sporty high vis vest and a hard hat! This intern will assist the Habitat Restoration Program with tasks associated with fish passage project planning and construction monitoring. Every summer, Skagit Fisheries constructs multiple fish passage projects with the goal of restoring habitat connectivity for salmon and other anadromous fish species. In summer 2026, Skagit Fisheries expects to be constructing 5 habitat restoration projects at 4 different sites within the Skagit watershed. The intern will be involved in pre-construction tasks, construction monitoring, fish exclusion during construction, project planning, and more.
Qualifications:
Time Commitment
The Internship begins mid-May and is anticipated to end mid-September (18 weeks). There is flexibility on the exact start and end date, but the intern needs to be available during both Spring and Summer terms. The time commitment is 10-20 hours per week ( 10 hour days) mid-May to July 13. Then July 13- mid through September, the time commitment will increase to 30 hours per week, or three 10-hour days. This additional 10-hour day per week is added during the active construction season. Total internship = 300 hours
Stipend
This is a volunteer position eligible for a $4,500 stipend, with monthly disbursements
To Apply
Complete the Online Application and upload your Resume.
Skagit Fisheries is seeking one (1) intern; position open until filled.
If you have questions regarding this new Skagit Fisheries Internship, please contact:
Myrriah Crowley
360-899-6281
mcrowley@skagitfisheries.org