Greener JC 2020 Internship Program

Students compared at least two areas/parks and document, identify, and record species found while contributing data to JC BioBlitz iNaturalist account to better understand the biodiversity here in Jersey City. 

Students conducted surveys of the bird diversity in Liberty State Park’s Caven Point. Caven Point is particularly important for migratory birds, and given the ecological sensitivity of this ecosystem, access on the interior boardwalk and natural beach are closed between April and October in order to protect nesting habitat for seasonal birds. Greener JC has received approval from the NJDEP to access Caven Point for this project.

Students supported the development and updating of Greener JC educational and outreach materials. Student interns created social media campaigns, videos, blogs, interviews, and website content. 

Students compared the diversity and abundance of bees and butterflies in a plot of land with high abundance of pollinator habitat versus a low abundance of pollinator habitat. Greener JC  partnered with local Jersey City parks such as Canco Park Conservancy.