Qualifications:
Working towards earning a master's degree with a concentration in political affairs, foreign policy, or natural resources policy; OR, a law student with a strong interest/background in legislation and policy. Advanced undergraduate students and recent graduates will also be considered.
A strong interest and/or background in wildlife conservation, foreign policy, and other federal legislative issues.
Effective communication, research, writing, analytical, and presentation skills.
Ability to work remotely, with no or limited distractions.
How to Apply:
For consideration, please submit a cover letter and a resume/CV. You will see a field for uploading a cover letter and a field for uploading a resume/CV. Please include in your cover letter the following:
What are your interests in environmental and natural resources policy?
Why would you like to gain experience with the Wildlife Conservation Society?
How will this internship benefit your future studies or professional development?
Please include your weekly availability.
EOE/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled
Interns
Unpaid
WCS stands for wildlife and wild places. As the world’s premier wildlife conservation organization, WCS has a long track record of achieving innovative, impactful results at scale. We run programs spanning more than 3 million biologically critical square miles in nearly 60 countries and all the world's oceans. We build on a unique foundation: Our reach is global; we discover through best-in-class science; we protect through work on the ground with local and indigenous people; we inspire through our world-class zoos, aquarium, and education programs; and we leverage our resources through partnerships and powerful policy influence. Our nearly 4,000 diverse, passionately committed team members in New York City and around the world work collectively to achieve our conservation mission.
