Conservation Ranching Intern

About:

Audubon The National Audubon Society is a leading nonprofit conservation organization with 120 years of science-based, community-driven impact, dedicated to protecting birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. Birds are powerful indicators of our planet’s health, acting as sentinels that warn us of environmental change and inspire action.

Audubon works across the Western Hemisphere, driven by the understanding that what is good for birds is good for the planet. Through a collaborative, bipartisan approach across habitats, borders, and the political spectrum, Audubon drives meaningful and lasting conservation outcomes. With 800 staff and over 1.9 million supporters, Audubon is a dynamic and ever-growing force committed to ensuring a better planet for both birds and people for generations to come.

Learn more at www.audubon.org and on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @audubonsociety. Position Summary Do you want to work on meaningful and impactful environmental programs? Are you looking for an internship that makes a difference in conservation? If this sounds exciting, the National Audubon Society’s internship may be great for you.

The Audubon Conservation Ranching (ACR) Intern will have an excellent

opportunity:

to gain

experience:

in bird conservation on private land. The ACR Intern will learn

about:

communication, marketing

skills:

, community engagement, and gain an understanding of essential bird conservation, rangeland management, and the regenerative agriculture industry. The intern will help produce planning, environmental, and other technical work products, conduct assignments in the field (i.e., visit project sites), participate in marketing and public outreach events, and collaborate with other professionals.

The intern will also have the

opportunity:

to gain

skills:

in practical teaching, curriculum development, and various

education:

al pedagogies. This internship is a temporary role and is paid at a rate of $21.00 per hour, scheduled for twenty hours per week. The ACR Intern will work with the California ACR team on various aspects of the ACR Program, including communications, data collection, coordinating events, and the possibility of assisting in rangeland conservation and management activities.

The intern will be supervised by the ACR California Program Director and will interact with programmatic staff at Audubon. Length of Internship: April 1, 2026 and projected end date is September 2026 Hours: 20 hours per week This position is Hybrid with frequent travel to Audubon’s Sacramento office and occasional travel throughout CA.

Compensation:

$21.00 / hour Additional Job

Description:

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.
• Assist in expanding the reach of the ACR program by fostering a diverse audience and building inclusive partnerships with a dedicated emphasis on Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging values.
• Conduct assignments in the field (i.e. site visits)

Other activities as assigned by Audubon Staff. Internship

Benefits:

Interns will gain

experience:

and knowledge in the following: Communications and marketing Community engagement Bird conservation on private land Rangeland management Regenerative agriculture Intern Schedule The programs occur during regular working hours day from 8:00 a.m. -5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday with occasional events on weekends.

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. Positive attitude and commitment to environmental stewardship.

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. 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. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. 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 is a leading nonprofit conservation organization with 120 years of science-based, community-driven impact, dedicated to protecting birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. Birds are powerful indicators of our planet’s health, acting as sentinels that warn us of environmental change and inspire action.

Audubon works across the Western Hemisphere, driven by the understanding that what is good for birds is good for the planet. Through a collaborative, bipartisan approach across habitats, borders, and the political spectrum, Audubon drives meaningful and lasting conservation outcomes. With 800 staff and over 1.9 million supporters, Audubon is a dynamic and ever-growing force committed to ensuring a better planet for both birds and people for generations to come.

Learn more at www.audubon.org and on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @audubonsociety.