Sacramento, California, USA

The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is a global conservation organization dedicated to conserving the lands and waters on which all life depends. Grounded in science, we develop innovative solutions to the world’s toughest environmental challenges so that people and nature can thrive. Our work is guided by our values, which include a commitment to diversity; respect for people, communities, and cultures; and a collaborative, nonpartisan approach. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world.

The California Chapter is TNC’s largest state program and one of the largest, most dynamic conservation organizations in the country. With approximately 275 employees, from financial analysts and fundraisers to ecologists and economists, we are currently invested in 14 strategies to address the biggest challenges facing California and the world, including numerous community-based projects designed to increase the pace, scale, and effectiveness of conservation. Over the past six decades, we have protected 1.4 million acres, 5,000 miles of streams, and 3.8 million acres of ocean habitat in California and off the coast.

The California Chapter believes that we are most effective when we are embedded in our state’s communities, politics, media, and environmental issues. For this reason, and to reduce our carbon footprint when meeting in person, all staff live in California, including those in a home office.

Finally, we are passionate about the middle ground in American politics and life. The hallmark of The Nature Conservancy is its “big tent” approach, engaging people across the political and ideological spectrum to find solutions that last. We ask all employees to embrace this critical strategic position of our organization.

Our dynamic External Affairs and Policy Team is seeking a summer fellow who is inspired by the potential of policy and advocacy to affect change and advance our conservation goals. Working in a nonpartisan manner, we engage in some of the most critical environmental issues of our time at the state and federal level and apply our organization’s vast science and conservation expertise to craft policy solutions that support TNC’s mission.

We are looking for candidates who are collaborative, highly organized, attentive to detail, able to meet deadlines and maintain confidentiality while bringing their creativity, energy, and optimism to the position. If you are interested in an opportunity work with The Nature Conservancy and support our work to protect people and nature, apply today! This fellowship opportunity is planned to run from June through August for a total of 3 months and work approximately 15-20 hours per week.

The ideal candidate should have exceptional communication and collaboration skills and experience assisting with complex projects. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing mission of conservation by directing and shaping the work of our team!

Each person who works at TNC contributes to our goal of protecting nature for future generations. Another one of TNC’s primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that employees around the globe feel that their unique contributions are valued. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “You’ll join for the mission, and you’ll stay for the people.” To learn more, head to YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.

If you’re interested in working with us, please apply—we’d love to hear from you.

This position will be paid $19.00/hour.
The work schedule is expected to be between 15 - 20 hours per week, with flexibility in how those hours are distributed. TNC will strive to work around a candidate's schedule and existing obligations. However, the chosen candidate's work hours may vary and must be mutually agreeable between the candidate and their supervisor.

To apply, submit your materials (resume and cover letter) online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/ by 8:59 PM PST on April 21. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact applyhelp@tnc.org.

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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.

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people with diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientations, gender identities, military or veteran status or other status protected by law.

The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.