Eidg. Forschungsanstalt WSL
Birmensdorf
4 weeks ago
Intern Book Beech Natural Regeneration in Climate Change (m/f/d)
- 29 January 2026
- 100%
- Internship
- Birmensdorf
Job summary
The Swiss Federal Research Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape (WSL) focuses on sustainable environmental use and natural hazard management. Join us for an exciting internship opportunity!
Tasks
- Support data collection for a doctoral thesis on beech regeneration
- Assist in field measurements and sampling for climate research
- Help set up study areas and prepare samples for lab analysis
Skills
- Currently pursuing or completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s in forest or environmental sciences
- Strong knowledge of Swiss beech forest ecology
- Team player with good communication and fieldwork skills
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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.
Intern Book 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 months 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 has interest and enjoyment in data collection in the field and is willing to work several days a week in the field throughout Switzerland. 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.
