What We Can Achieve Together:
The Nature Conservancy’sInternships @TNCprogramoffers paid, 8-week summer engagement opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students, as well as recent graduates.Internships may be based out of locations around the United Statesand gain hands-on experience that connects academic learning with real-world conservation work.
As part of this internship program,you’llstep into a supportive learning environment where your perspective truly matters!Interns will contribute new insights to real projects and collaborate with teams across the Conservancy to explore creative solutions.
Participants receivea structured and engaging onboarding week, professional development and training, meaningful mentorship, and valuable networking opportunitiesall while contributing to impactful projects that support our mission.
This 8-week engagement will begin on Monday, June 15 – Friday, August 7, 2026. Interns willbe requiredto complete a capstone project.
Join us and help advance TNC’s 2030 goals.
We’re Looking for You:
Tomeet our 2030 goals,The Nature Conservancy isadvancingnew approachesand looking for emerging leaders who are ready to shape that future! Our work sits at the dynamic intersection of people and nature where fresh ideas,new skillsets, and adaptable thinking are essential.We’researching forpurpose driven, curious, and enthusiastic interns who are eager to make a difference and have fun while doing it! Ifyou’reexcited about making meaningful changes for the planet and its people, join us!
What You’ll Bring:
The Maui Island Terrestrial Program manages 11,000 acres at three preserves located in Maui county. TheMālamaʻĀina Practitionerwill support stewardship priorities at each preserve and be based out of the Maui Terrestrial office where 19 miles of fences protect wet, mesic and dry forests on East and West Maui and Lānaʻi.
TheMālamaʻĀina Practitionerposition requires an enthusiastic, motivated, action-oriented, self-starter to play an essential role in ecosystem threat abatement operations. These operations include surveying, mapping, monitoring, and controlling alien species and their impacts to forests and native ecosystems. TheMālamaʻĀina Practitionermust be able to camp in remote mountainous areas for up to five nights at a time eachmonthin extremely rugged terrain and adverse weather conditions as well as do multiple day trips. The work environment involves exposure to job hazards where there is a high possibility of injury, including helicopter operations,so a commitment to safety is essential. The MālamaʻĀina Practitionerwill assist the Maui Island team and partners with all aspects of field operations and office support that includes data collection, fence construction/surveys/repairs, feral ungulate control, predator control, trail maintenance, alien plant removal, vegetation monitoring and baseyard, vehicle and equipment maintenance.
The MālamaʻĀina Practitionerwill regularly use GPS in the field and download, compile and manage monitoring data with a spatial database to produce GIS summary maps and assists the Natural Resource Manager (NRM) with developing resource management plans and reports using a database or PC. The MālamaʻĀina Practitionerwill assist with leading volunteers and volunteer groups on service work events and help conduct outreach activities which include assisting with interpretive hikes, special events and educational field trips. Compliance with field safety protocol, preserve use policies, baseyard rules, and alien species cleanliness protocols is essential. The MālamaʻĀina Practitionermust be able to communicate with hike participants and colleagues on field conditions and project status. This position is supervised by the Field Coordinator.
Minimum Qualifications:
Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program, graduate program, or a recent graduate (within six months)
Basic understanding ofHawaii’s natural history or experience working in Hawaii's natural systems (ecosystems, terrestrial, aquatic or marine)
Salary Information:
The pay rate for this position is $22/hr.
Who We Are:
The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our mission and guided by our values, which include respect for all people, communities, and cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s many reasons to love life inside TNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.
One goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. In addition to the requirements in our job postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicant’s unique experience. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and stay for the people.”
What We Bring:
Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world!
TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our Benefits and Perks here.
We’re proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.
Our recruiting process includes a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we may review applications in the order in which they are received. Once a strong candidate pool is identified, the role will be unposted. The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role, so we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.
Employees must submit their application by logging into Workday and applying via the Jobs Hub.
The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.
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TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to applyhelp@tnc.org with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.
