wildlife internships

Piedmont Wildlife Center’s Wildlife Internship is geared towards individuals 18 years and older who are interested in conservation research, education, and working with an environmental non-profit.

This paid internship is part-time (20 hours/week) for a minimum of 12 weeks. Most hours occur during normal business hours, though occasional weekend work is available. Exact start and end dates are flexible.

SPRING 2025: CLOSED

Spring Application Deadline: December 15th (stipend of $2,200)

Start Date: Late January/Early February

End Date: 1st or 2nd week in May



SUMMER 2025: CLOSED

Summer Application Deadline: February 15th (stipend of $2,200)

Start Date: 3rd or 4th week in May

End Date: 1st or 2nd week in August



FALL 2025: OPEN

Fall Application Deadline: July 15th

Start Date: 1st week in September

End Date: 4th week in November

Stipend for Wildlife Education: $2200

Stipend for Wildlife Project Management: $4000

  • How many internship spots are available each season?

    • We typically accept up to 2 interns in the Fall and Spring, and up to 3 interns in the Summer.

  • Can I apply for multiple seasons and extend the internship?

    • This internship is designed so that you will be able to learn and gain proficiency in everything it has to offer in one season. While you are welcome to apply as many times as you would like, your experience would not be significantly enhanced by extending the internship past one season.

  • How soon after submitting my application should I expect to hear back with a decision?

    • We usually begin reviewing applications the week of the application deadline. Applicants selected for interviews can expect an invitation 2-3 business days after the deadline.

  • How does the stipend work?

    • Accepted interns receive half of the stipend at the start of the internship, and half at the end of the internship.

  • How does scheduling work?

    • Schedules are flexible and are designed to accommodate each intern’s availability. Some interns opt for fewer days per week with longer shifts, while others are here more days per week with shorter shifts. To fully experience everything the internship has to offer, we recommend that interns have at least 2 shifts each week that are 5 or more hours long.

  • Is there any previous experience needed to apply?

    • No. While previous experience with animal husbandry, wildlife monitoring, data collection, or environmental education may be helpful, this internship is open to anyone interested in learning more about wildlife conservation.

 

Capstone Projects

Each intern has the opportunity develop, plan, and implement an original capstone project of their choosing. The projects are designed to benefit Piedmont Wildlife Center while also giving interns the chance to learn new skills or put existing ones into practice.

PAST CAPSTONE PROJECTS

How to apply

To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, and one letter of recommendation. All application materials must be submitted in PDF format. Please have your recommender send their letter directly to kyra@piedmontwildlifecenter.org.

Applicant:

Send cover letter and resume to kyra@piedmontwildlifecenter.org with the subject line either “Wildlife Education Internship” or “Wildlife Project Management Internship” and the season for which you are applying (ie: Wildlife Internship Summer 2025).

Recommender:

Send letter of recommendation directly to kyra@piedmontwildlifecenter.org.


 
 
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