Conservation Technician
About The Position
Catawba Lands Conservancy (CLC) is a nonprofit land trust dedicated to conserving land and connecting lives to nature across the Southern Piedmont of North Carolina. Since 1991, CLC has permanently protected nearly 18,000 acres of forests, farms, and natural areas that safeguard clean water, wildlife habitat, and public access to nature. CLC also leads the Carolina Thread Trail (CTT), a regional network of trails, greenways, and blueways spanning 15 counties across North and South Carolina. CTT connects people to conserved lands and communities, advancing outdoor access, conservation awareness, and regional connectivity. CLC’s Stewardship Program ensures these lands are protected in perpetuity through conservation easement monitoring, habitat restoration, land management, and partnerships with landowners and communities. The Conservation Technician Intern supports CLC’s Land Stewardship team in protection and management of conserved lands. This position provides hands-on experience in land conservation, ecological fieldwork, GIS mapping, and stewardship operations. The intern will assist with monitoring conservation properties, collecting ecological data, supporting habitat management, and contributing to projects such as the Giant Rivercane Mapping Project. This position is ideal for students or early-career individuals seeking practical experience in conservation, land management, or natural resources.
Requirements
- Strong interest in conservation, ecology, natural resources, or related field
- Ability to hike up to 7 miles on uneven terrain
- Ability to work outdoors in variable weather conditions
- Strong attention to detail and reliability
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Nice To Haves
- Valid driver’s license
- Coursework or experience in environmental science, ecology, GIS, or related field
- Experience with ArcGIS or other GIS tools
- Plant identification or ecological field experience
Responsibilities
- Assist with monitoring conservation easements and preserves
- Document field conditions using GIS tools such as ArcGIS FieldMaps
- Navigate properties using GPS and mapping software
- Assist with invasive species management and habitat management
- Assist with trail maintenance and preserve stewardship activities
- Use hand and power tools under supervision
- Collect, organize, and manage ecological and spatial data
- Assist with mapping projects, including the Giant Rivercane Mapping Project
- Contribute to stewardship records,documentation, and reporting
- Support volunteer workdays and stewardship events
- Assist with stewardship communications
- Assist with Jenner Wood V Citizen Science Project
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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