Conservation Field Tech: Native Habitat Restoration

National Audubon Society; Trabuco Canyon (CA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shared housing on-site

Job summary

The National Audubon Society is seeking a Senior Field Assistant internship at Starr Ranch Sanctuary in Orange County. This on-site, field-based role supports invasive species control, habitat restoration, and native seed work over a 6-month period with a 40-hour week schedule.

Ideal candidates have a degree in ecology or related fields and at least six months of outdoor field experience, plus strong data-collection skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Housing is on-site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in ecology, biology, environmental science, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Six months of outdoor fieldwork experience.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including hiking and lifting.
• Strong data collection and record-keeping skills.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Experience with Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety culture and safe work practices.
• Conduct non-chemical invasive species control and habitat restoration.
• Collect and plant native seeds; assist with seed processing and nursery work.
• Monitor restoration progress and conduct field research.
• Operate and maintain tools and restoration equipment.
• Assist with volunteer or visitor engagement and outreach.
• Lead 2-3 outdoor community events and create social media posts.
• Occasional weekend work may be required.

Skills

Outdoor fieldwork

Teamwork

Data collection

Attention to detail

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Microsoft Word

Education

Bachelor's degree in ecology/biology/environmental science

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Word

Job description

The National Audubon Society is seeking a Senior Field Assistant internship at Starr Ranch Sanctuary in Orange County. This on-site, field-based role supports invasive species control, habitat restoration, and native seed work over a 6-month period with a 40-hour week schedule.

Ideal candidates have a degree in ecology or related fields and at least six months of outdoor field experience, plus strong data-collection skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Housing is on-site.