Forest Conservation Intern

The National Audubon Society is hiring a Forest Conservation Intern to assist with bird habitat and conservation activities. This seasonal role involves monitoring nest boxes, banding birds, and participating in field surveys. The intern will work 30-35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, from late May to early August, under the supervision of full-time staff. A strong interest in conservation and relevant coursework or experience is required.
Position Summary The Forest Conservation Intern will assist the full-time staff as needed in any or all activities related to bird habitat and conservation during and after the nesting season. The intern will also spend significant time becoming familiar with training materials and with the conservation activities of Audubon in CT/NY and across the hemisphere. An independent project is optional but encouraged. This is a seasonal position, with a 30-to 35-hour work week and a 4- or 5-day schedule, M-F. The intern reports to Sharon Audubon’s Center Director and is supervised by SAC’s full-time staff. Start and end dates are negotiable but are expected to fall between May 28th and August 10th. Compensation: $18.00 / hour Additional Job Description Essential Functions Working under the direction of the SAC full-time staff: Assist staff in monitoring and maintaining 12-15 American Kestrel nest boxes With a qualified bird bander, assist in banding American Kestrel nestlings With a qualified bander, assist in banding/tagging Purple Martin nestlings Record Purple Martin behavior through observation and photography Assist as needed with assembling biological material for the Bird Genoscape Project Receive training, and participate in, field surveys for breeding birds Assist in planning/implementing non-chemical control of invasive plants Become familiar with relevant training materials and regional/hemispheric bird conservation projects Participate in regular discussions and planning sessions with staff and other interns Assist as needed with bird study conducted by CT DEEP on the property Qualifications and Experience Required: College coursework in relevant areas of conservation, bird biology, natural resources, forestry or related fields; or equivalent hands-on experience Strong interest in conservation, biology, and related areas Ability to organize your own time effectively Ability to follow instructions accurately and work as part of a team or independently Positive, problem-solving approach to a variety of situations Ability to do physical work outdoors for prolonged periods in varied terrain and weather conditions Current driver’s license and reliable transportation Background check Preferred: Proficiency in bird and/or plant identification Experience operating cameras, hand tools Prior experience handling wild birds Photography experience Experience using hand tools for land management EEO Statement The National Audubon Society is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, inclusion and equal opportunity and actively seek a diverse pool of candidates in this search. Accessibility Statement The National Audubon Society endeavors to keep our careers site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Accommodations@audubon.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. The National Audubon Society protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow, throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation. Audubon’s state programs, nature centers, chapters, and partners have an unparalleled wingspan that reaches millions of people each year to inform, inspire, and unite diverse communities in conservation action. Since 1905, Audubon’s vision has been a world in which people and wildlife thrive. Audubon is a nonprofit conservation organization.