Global Center for Species Survival: Conservation Intern

Butler•Indianapolis, IN

About The Position

The Global Center for Species Survival (GCSS) advances global biodiversity conservation by supporting species conservation efforts through research, collaboration, and strategic action. Conservation interns assist coordinators in supporting International Union for Conservation of Nature Species Survival Commission (IUCN SSC) specialist groups, with emphasis on conservation planning and action. Interns help address urgent conservation needs by coordinating communications for public audiences, conducting research, organizing workshops and meetings, and supporting capacity-building efforts. The schedule is 10 hours per week and is determined collaboratively. Projects may vary according to conservation coordinator needs and may include supporting specialist groups’ capacity-building efforts, planning workshops and annual meetings, creating social media content, assisting with research and fundraising initiatives, and reviewing specialist-group action plans. Applicants must attach a professional resume and a cover letter explaining their interest, skills, career interests, and professional goals for the internship. Students who do not submit a cover letter will not be considered.

Requirements

Be a third- or fourth-year Butler University student from any major area of study.
Be self-motivated and detail-oriented.
Be reliable and able to meet scheduling expectations and deadlines.
Be able to work independently.
Have familiarity with computers and word processing, including Microsoft Office.
Maintain a professional and positive attitude when interacting with peers, co-workers, and the public.
Submit a professional resume and a cover letter explaining why you are applying, the skills you bring, career areas of interest, and professional goals for the internship.

Nice To Haves

Effective interpersonal and organizational skills.
Excellent written and oral communication, diplomacy, and interpersonal skills.
Eagerness to expand personal knowledge and adapt to new challenges.

Responsibilities

Support the Global Center’s working plan to safeguard threatened habitats and species globally.
Support the development and coordination of project proposals that serve as the foundation of the IUCN SSC assess-plan-act cycle.
Manage databases, email, and other communications.
Assist specialist groups with capacity-building efforts.
Plan workshops and annual meetings.
Plan and create social media content for specialist groups.
Assist with research, grant writing, and fundraising initiatives.
Enhance communication across Specialist Groups.
Review action plans for various specialist groups.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance, comply with University standards and policies, ensure confidentiality, and represent Butler University professionally, with integrity and respect.