Eidg. Forschungsanstalt WSL
Birmensdorf
3 weeks ago
Internship in Beech Natural Regeneration in Climate Change (m/f/d)
- 29 January 2026
- 100%
- Internship
- Birmensdorf
Job summary
The Swiss Federal Research Institute WSL focuses on sustainable environmental use. Join us for a hands-on experience in nature conservation!
Tasks
- Support data collection for a PhD on beech regeneration and climate.
- Assist in inventorying and sampling in Swiss forests and fields.
- Prepare laboratory samples for further analysis and research.
Skills
- Bachelor's or Master's in forestry or environmental sciences required.
- Strong ecological knowledge of Swiss beech forests necessary.
- Good communication skills and teamwork are essential.
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About the job
The Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research WSL, with around 600 employees, is part of the ETH domain. It deals with the sustainable use and protection of the environment as well as responsible management of natural hazards.
Internship in Beech Natural Regeneration in Climate Change (m/f/d)
The research unit Forest Resources and Forest Management records and analyzes changes in the landscape and forest and is looking for a 6-month intern from April 2026 in the Stand Dynamics and Forest Management group
During the internship, you will support data collection as part of a doctoral thesis on the topic "Adaptability of natural regeneration of beech to climate change." You will assist with the inventory of regeneration and stands as well as with sampling and conducting measurements in the field, such as biomass surveys, gas exchange measurements, leaf water potential measurements, or sampling for isotope analyses. You will also support the setup of study plots and the preparation of samples in the laboratory for subsequent analyses.
You are currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in forest or environmental sciences, are close to graduation, or have already successfully completed it. You have very good silvicultural and ecological knowledge of Swiss beech forests as well as good German and English skills. A valid category B driving license is required. French language skills and experience with forest inventories are an advantage. We are looking for a person who is interested and enjoys data collection in the field and is willing to work several days a week throughout Switzerland in the field. We expect teamwork, communication skills, and independent work.
Please send your complete application to Dr. Julia Schwarz by submitting the required documents via our application portal. Applications by email or post will not be considered. For questions, Dr. Julia Schwarz is available at julia.schwarz@wsl.ch. At WSL, diversity and inclusion are lived values. We are committed to gender equality and promoting an open and inclusive working environment.
Please send your complete application to Dr. Julia Schwarz by submitting the required documents via our application portal. Applications by email or post will not be considered. For questions, Dr. Julia Schwarz is available at julia.schwarz@wsl.ch. At WSL, diversity and inclusion are lived values. We are committed to gender equality and promoting an open and inclusive working environment.
