Conservation Leadership Iniaitive (CLI) Intern, New York, New York

Remote (40)
Part time
Posted Yesterday
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Overview
Now in its second century, Audubon is dedicated to protecting birds and other wildlife and the habitat that supports them. Audubon’s mission is engaging people in bird conservation on a hemispheric scale through science, policy, education and on-the-ground conservation action. By mobilizing and aligning its network of Chapters, Centers, State and Important Bird Area programs in the four major migratory flyways in the Americas, the organization will bring the full power of Audubon to bear on protecting common and threatened bird species and the critical habitat they need to survive. As part of BirdLife International, Audubon will join people in over 100 in-country organizations all working to protect a network of Important Bird Areas around the world, leveraging the impact of actions they take at a local level. What defines Audubon’s unique value is a powerful grassroots network of nearly 500 local chapters, 23 state offices, 41 Audubon Centers, Important Bird Area Programs in 50 states, and 700 staff across the country. Audubon is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Audubon’s Wings internship program invites students and recent graduates to help shape a healthy environment and vibrant future for birds – and all of us who share the planet with them. The Conservation Leadership Initiative (CLI) Intern will assist the Chapter Conservation Manager with many different aspects of the Audubon CLI program including student recruitment and event planning. This is a five-month position running from July-November. The Intern will work remotely in Florida, and must be available to attend the Audubon Assembly November 7-9,2024 in Daytona, FL.

The intern will receive hands-on experience in event planning, facilitation, environmental outreach, and advancing equity and diversity in the conservation field. The CLI intern will have the opportunity to learn and gain valuable skills in relationships with in the Audubon staff and chapter network, Florida universities, program development and coordination, and communications.

Position Summary
The Conservation Leadership Initiative is a co-mentorship program that connects college students of diverse backgrounds to Audubon leaders, conservation projects, and professional development opportunities within the Audubon Florida network. This program aims to bridge the gap between our current Audubon leaders and the next generation of young conservationists in Florida. The program also has a large interest in introducing people of underrepresented communities to the Audubon network. In October of 2024, Audubon Florida will bring together its next CLI Cohort for the year-long program.

This paid internship will last 5 months, approximately 20 hours per week. The internship will begin in mid-July and end in November. Exact start dates are flexible. Applicants must be at least partially available during standard work hours (9am-5pm ET Monday-Friday).

Compensation:

$15.00 / hour

Essential Functions

Build relationships with contacts at colleges and universities across the state of Florida for CLI program recruitment, with a focus on HBCUs and MSIs.

Assist with the CLI student selection process, including application development and review

Support the onboarding of the 2024-2025 Cohort through development of online meetings and presentations for new program members

Must be available to attend the Audubon Assembly, November 7-9, 2024 in Daytona, FL

Support the Chapter Conservation Manager in planning and hosting CLI program components of the 2024 Audubon Assembly, such as field trips, student socials, and professional development workshops

Other duties as needed and assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

Coursework in an environmental field or related.

An interest in environmental issues, birds, and wildlife.

Experience planning events is preferred.

Experience working with or leading college groups or clubs is preferred.

Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in environmental conservation.

A self-starter, one who is motivated, able to work both independently and with a team.

Conservation Leadership Initiative alumni are strongly encouraged to apply.

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.

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