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The Nature Conservancy · 11 hours ago

Coastal Conservation Intern

positionNassawadox, VA
timeInternship
remoteOnsite
seniorityIntern
money$18.25/hr - $18.25/hr
date0+ years exp
workcardStart in 2026 Spring

The Nature Conservancy is a leading environmental organization focused on conservation efforts. They are seeking a Coastal Conservation Intern to assist with marine habitat restoration, stewardship of migratory birds, and public outreach on Virginia's Eastern Shore.

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Responsibilities

Land and water based marine habitat restoration activities including maintaining an eelgrass seed curing facility, oyster reef construction and restoration efforts and fish and scallop surveys
Stewardship of beach nesting birds, including patrolling beach nesting bird habitat, maintaining signage, and counting and identifying bird species
Public visitor outreach and surveys at boat ramps
Preserve management and maintenance (trail maintenance, general facility upkeep)
Education and outreach events

Qualification

Marine habitat restorationPublic outreachSnorkelling experienceEastern ShoreTeamworkIndependent workCommunication skillsAdaptability

Required

High school diploma, or equivalent, and 6 months of related experience
Experience working in remote, outdoor settings in variable and sometimes physically challenging conditions
Comfortable working on a boat, under supervision
Comfortable independently interacting with the public and representing TNC to the public
Must meet all TNC Youth Qualification requirements and background check
This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with TNC's Auto Safety Program

Preferred

Snorkelling experience or comfort with snorkelling in shallow water
Knowledge of Eastern Shore communities or history
Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
Student interested in pursuing a career in conservation

Benefits

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

Company

The Nature Conservancy

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The Nature Conservancy is a non-profit conservation organization that works to protect terrestrial, freshwater, and marine ecosystems.
dateFounded in 1951
location
Arlington, Virginia, USA
people-size5001-10000 employees
web-link
http://www.nature.org

H1B Sponsorship

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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (26)
2024 (21)
2023 (13)
2022 (18)
2021 (13)
2020 (12)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$120.09M
Key Investors
Global Affairs CanadaBezos Earth FundNFWF
2025-11-17Grant· $7.94M
2025-10-23Grant
2025-06-09Grant

Leadership Team

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Jennifer Morris
Chief Executive Officer
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Matt Merrifield
CTO
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