William W McIntyre Wyoming Outdoors Legacy Fellowship

Wyoming Outdoor Council • Lander, WY

15h • Hybrid

About The Position

The William W. McIntyre Wyoming Outdoors Legacy Fellowship offers a unique opportunity for one University of Wyoming graduate student to gain hands-on experience in state conservation and energy policy each year. The fellow will work part-time with the Wyoming Outdoor Council, have the opportunity to earn academic credit through an applied practicum, and get experience working directly with policy advocates and lawmakers in the state. The fellowship is designed to be customizable and generally mirror the academic calendar with the goal of helping students “find their voice” on conservation issues affecting Wyoming and/or Tribal conservation on the Wind River Reservation. By tracking the full legislative process, the fellowship participants will gain practical, real-world experience in natural resource policy work to help them prepare for a successful career in conservation or natural resource policy.

Requirements

• Graduate students currently enrolled in Masters or PhD programs through the University of Wyoming.
• Students enrolled in online programs will also be considered, although the applicant must be physically based in Wyoming.
• Commitment to a minimum of 2 semesters (Fall/Spring), with an option for a third summer semester at the end of the Fellowship.
• Remain in good standing at the University and remain enrolled in their program through the course of their fellowship.
• A valid driver's license.
• A clean driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Applicants are encouraged to talk about their connection to Wyoming, future career goals in policy or conservation related work, and any policy issues that they are particularly passionate about in their application materials.
• WOC strongly encourages applicants from underrepresented groups to apply.
• You do not need to meet all the criteria listed in order to be considered for this position.

Responsibilities

• Work part-time with the Wyoming Outdoor Council.
• Gain hands-on experience in state conservation and energy policy.
• Earn academic credit through an applied practicum.
• Get experience working directly with policy advocates and lawmakers in the state.
• Track the full legislative process.
• Gain practical, real-world experience in natural resource policy work.
• Work on up to three policy initiatives focused on protecting Wyoming's environment, outdoor legacy, and quality of life for future generations.
• Gain real world experience on current projects with oversight from WOC's policy staff.
• Attend and work with WOC staff at the legislative session in Cheyenne.
• Present a summary of their work to WOC staff before the end of their fellowship.
• Submit a short 1-2 page reflection to the Wyoming Outdoor Council on how this experience helped them “find their voice” for conservation and Wyoming’s outdoors.

Benefits

• Opportunity to earn academic credit through an applied practicum.
• Experience working directly with policy advocates and lawmakers in the state.
• Part-time temporary, non-exempt WOC employee for 2 academic semesters (fall/spring).
• Summer work prior to the fall semester being negotiable.
• Up to 10 hrs per week.
• Weekly salary of $400.
• Eligible for a travel reimbursement up to $1,500 per academic semester (15 weeks).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees