The Nature Conservancy · 12 hours ago
Door Peninsula Land Steward Intern
Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$17/hr - $17/hrThe Nature Conservancy is a leading environmental organization dedicated to protecting the lands and waters upon which all life depends. The Door Peninsula Land Steward Intern will participate in preserve operations, maintenance, and management, focusing on invasive species management and GIS record keeping.
Environmental ConsultingNatural ResourcesNon ProfitWaterWildlife Conservation
Responsibilities
The Door Peninsula Land Steward Intern maintains preserve areas frequented by the visiting public and removes exotic species
The Intern maintains tools and equipment and may open and close preserve(s) to the visiting public
Participating in field work to manage invasive species, apply herbicide, conduct timber management, engage volunteers, and map unique features and rare species
Creating and maintaining Geographic Information Systems (GIS) records
Use of mechanical and heavy equipment
Monitoring lands owned in fee for issues such as trespass, boundary encroachment, and vandalism
Assist with monitoring of trail systems and signage
May interact with visitors
Works under infrequent supervision
May work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations for long periods of time in isolated settings, on difficult and hazardous terrain and under physically demanding circumstances
This position will require attendance at an intern cohort orientation in Madison, Wisconsin on June 4, 2026
May attend an overnight TNC Wisconsin All Staff retreat scheduled for June 15 – 18, 2026
Qualification
Required
Must be either currently enrolled in college or graduated within 12 months with college-level coursework in natural resources, environmental studies, biology, or related field
Experience operating various types of equipment in a safe and efficient manner (e.g. lawn mower, chainsaw, UTV, ATV or OHV, two-way radio, or similar equipment)
Must be able to obtain related licenses or certifications as required. (e.g. First Aid, CPR, herbicide or pesticide application)
This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with TNC's Auto Safety Program
Preferred
Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated
Ability to follow instructions from colleagues
Ability to work in a team environment
Experience working with members of the public
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
The Nature Conservancy is a non-profit conservation organization that works to protect terrestrial, freshwater, and marine ecosystems.
Founded in 1951
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (26)
2024 (21)
2023 (13)
2022 (18)
2021 (13)
2020 (12)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$120.09MKey Investors
Global Affairs CanadaBezos Earth FundNFWF
2025-11-17Grant· $7.94M
2025-10-23Grant
2025-06-09Grant
Leadership Team
Jennifer Morris
Chief Executive Officer
Matt Merrifield
CTO
Recent News
2025-12-03
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