Travis Audubon Society

Travis Audubon Society

 

Travis Audubon protects native habitat for birds and other wildlife. In 1952, our founders recognized the vital connection between conserving wildlife habitat and the ecological balance necessary for healthy and sustainable communities. Members enjoy many benefits and privileges, including exclusive access to our three sanctuaries and discounts on exciting programs and classes. Join us, get involved, and find inspiration in nature.

Travis Audubon is currently seeking a qualified candidate to join our team as an Advocacy Intern. You’ll be a part of our efforts to engage the Austin community in conservation advocacy. The internship is designed for you to gain hands-on experience learning about and inciting change in issues that affect wild birds. You can learn more about our advocacy priorities here.

INTERNSHIP DUTIES:

• Act as liaison between staff and Advocacy Committee
• Attend Advocacy Committee meetings
• Assist Advocacy Committee with action items
• Assist with writing and editing advocacy blog posts and newsletter segments
• Assist with Lights Out programming and communications
• Work with Communications staff to create social media campaign
• Develop and disseminate resources for residents, building owners, property management
• Manage yard sign distribution
• Develop toolkit for members who wish to take action in their community
• Determine common issues and potential ways to act
• Write templates
• Compile contact lists
• Compile list of educational resources

REQUIREMENTS:

The right candidate will: 

• Be passionate about wildlife and conservation issues
• Be comfortable working with a wide range of personalities
• Have stellar oral and written communication skills
• Possess strong multi-tasking abilities
• Be proficient with Google Workspace Tools

INTERNSHIP DETAILS:

• 5-7 hours per week, hybrid work schedule
• Start and end dates of the internship are flexible
• Specific days and hours are flexible