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Build your future in conservation.

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At The Nature Conservancy (TNC), interns contribute to real projects that help people and nature thrive. You’ll learn from mentors, grow your skills, and see your work make a difference in communities and ecosystems.

Join us and help advance TNC's 2030 goals!




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Internships @TNC

Internships @TNC is a newly launched program designed to develop early‑career talent while advancing  our mission.

Through hands-on projects, mentorship, and meaningful learning experiences, interns gain in-demand skills, build professional networks, and contribute to work that matters. As a pilot program, this is a unique opportunity to shape the future of internship experiences at TNC—and potentially your future career here.
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Internships at a Glance

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What is it

TNC’s internship program is a mission-driven, hands-on experience where you contribute to meaningful work, collaborate with dedicated teams, and see how your skills create real impact.
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Why it matters

You’ll gain valuable experience, build career-ready skills, and explore long-term growth opportunities—potentially as part of TNC’s future workforce -- while helping advance work that makes a lasting impact on people and nature.
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What to expect

Engaging projects, supportive mentorship, and chances to learn, collaborate, and develop—along with exposure to TNC’s mission and the opportunity to be part of something bigger!
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Be you, with us

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How to Find an Internship and Apply

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1. Find Role and Apply

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Find roles on the TNC Careers site and search by “Intern” or “Internship”. Apply to each role individually.
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2. Submit Materials

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Submit your materials (resume/cover letter; some programs may request additional documents). Follow posting instructions carefully.
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3. Selection Process

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Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible as positions will be unposted when a substantial pool is established.  Interviews typically start shortly after, timeline of each internship should be included in each posting. If you have questions please reach out to internships@tnc.org 
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Accessibility

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If you need accommodation to complete your application, email applyhelp@tnc.org or call 1‑877‑296‑5108.
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More About Internships

Here are some frequently asked questions about internship opportunities at TNC.

All internship opportunities are posted on the TNC Careers website. Positions appear seasonally and vary each year depending on organizational and project needs.

TNC offers a wide variety of internships — scientific, administrative, conservation fieldwork, policy, innovation-focused, region‑specific, and more. Because our internship program is decentralized, individual Business Units (BUs) create opportunities based on their needs and funding.

Some job boards scrape our site and may display outdated deadlines or incomplete details. For the most accurate information, always rely on the posting found on our TNC Careers website.

Yes, our internships are paid. Compensation details will be provided in the job posting.

Most internships last 10–12 weeks, often during the summer, with weekly hours listed in each posting. Some roles may be shorter depending on the business unit's needs.

Eligibility varies by Business Unit and program. Internship opportunities may be open to undergraduate or graduate students and, in some cases, individuals who have recently graduated. Some roles may prefer or require specific coursework, skills, languages, or academic backgrounds.

Internship applications must be submitted through our careers page. Required materials vary by position, so please review each posting carefully, some internships require a cover letter or additional documents as part of the application.

Please email internships@tnc.org with any questions you may have.
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