Centre for Forest Protection Internship – Integrating Genomics and Dendrochronology to Predict Tree Growth for Resilient Future Forests
Our Applying dendrochronology for genomic resilience project supports UK afforestation goals by combining tree-ring data, genomics and climate modelling to identify which oak tree populations are best suited to future climates, moving beyond the traditional “local is best” approach. Two interns will help analyse genomic and growth data to improve predictions of tree adaptation under climate change and […]
Centre for Forest Protection Internship – Predicting Pest and Disease Risks to Non-Native Trees
This internship will build on the work of our Predicting risk to non-native tree species from potential threats in the UK project to develop a model for predicting biotic threats to non-native tree species (NNTs) in the UK. As an intern, you will focus on testing and optimising an existing prediction pipeline that identifies potential pest and […]
Centre for Forest Protection Internship – Farmers and Trees
Our Farmer action for tree resilience project is aiming to understand what motivates farmers to improve the health and resilience of trees on their farms and to co-design practical resources that support informed decision-making and action. Proposed interventions include a farmer guide, podcast, and peer-learning activities, developed with farmer input and supported by six farmer champions who […]
Centre for Forest Protection Internship – Grey Squirrel Bark Stripping Behaviour
The Centre for Forest Protection’s Understanding grey squirrel bark stripping project is aiming to understand the chemical and behavioural factors behind grey squirrel bark-stripping damage by combining principles of chemical ecology, behavioural ecology, movement ecology, biologging, and machine learning. The research seeks to identify natural tree chemicals that deter squirrel feeding and develop new tools to […]
Centre for Forest Protection Internship – Complex Yew Decline
The Centre for Forest Protection’s Researching complex yew decline project is investigating the causes of the ongoing decline of ancient yew trees in southern England by examining links between tree health, soil conditions, and the microbiome. As an intern, you will support fieldwork across the UK to assess and collect samples from yew populations, and laboratory […]
Shadow Volunteer Programme
Forestry England’s Shadow Volunteer scheme puts successful applicants into the heart of the work we do by placing them into teams where they will learn from Forestry England colleagues as they carry out their day-to-day tasks. Shadow volunteers are given training and will develop on-the-job skills and experience during their placements, which run one to three […]
Plant Health Undergraduate Studentships
Applications for students opens Tuesday 31 March and close Tuesday 28 April. Undergraduates — would you like to experience the exciting world of plant science research, tackle a key science challenge, and be paid for it? We’ve worked with plant scientists to create several fantastic projects that address major plant health challenges identified by the Department […]
Forestry Student
We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our forestry team based in Perth for one year. You will be part of the Forestry department and be responsible for assisting in all aspects of forestry management. What we can offer You’ll be adding talent and imagination to a business with the […]
Student Placements (Up to 51 weeks)
Ref: IRC319334 Department: Northern Ireland Civil Service Salary: £25,796 per annum Location: The majority of Student Placement posts will be in the Greater Belfast area. However, this competition will also be used to fill vacancies in other office locations across Northern Ireland For more detailed information, including the duties and responsibilities of the post, and […]
Centre for Forest Protection Internships 2025/26
Applications are now open for the new cohort of Centre for Forest Protection interns. With six six-month internships available, the successful applicants will be working on a range of projects based with either Forest Research at the Northern Research Station in Scotland, or with Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew in London. The internships will run from October […]