Conservation Ranching (ACR) Intern

Position Summary

The National Audubon Society’s internship offers an opportunity to work on meaningful and impactful environmental programs. The Audubon Conservation Ranching (ACR) Intern will gain experience in bird conservation on private land, learning about communication, marketing skills, community engagement, and essential bird conservation, rangeland management, and regenerative agriculture.

Intern Responsibilities and Learning Objectives

• Help coordinate logistics for outreach events and presentations on various topics related to the ACR Program.
• Increase engagement with Audubon chapters.
• Utilize blogs, social media, and other digital media to communicate Audubon’s ACR message to partners and community members.
• Attend meetings with stakeholders related to the Conservation Ranching Program.
• Work with the ACR team to coordinate data collection, surveys, and reports.
• Conduct assignments in the field (i.e., site visits).
• Other activities as assigned by Audubon Staff.
• Maintains and fosters a culture of safety.

Qualifications and Experience

• Completion of college-level coursework in communications, agriculture, conservation, ecology, or natural resources management.
• Writing experience is preferred.
• Confident in leading a group, initiating activities, working independently, and teaching collaboratively.
• Comfortable with public speaking to small or large groups.
• Strong work ethics, self-motivation, flexibility, a desire to learn, and the ability to work well with others.
• A positive attitude and commitment to environmental stewardship.
• An interest in the mission, values, and programs of the National Audubon Society.
• Ability to work independently in an office setting with the potential for outside work in variable conditions and rugged terrain.
• Experience with basic Microsoft computer programs.
• Experience with GIS preferred.
• A current driver’s license or state-issued ID; reliable transportation is preferred.
• A commitment to Audubon’s organizational values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation.
• Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments is valued.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

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