Conservation Jobs

    Conservation professionals work to protect and restore natural ecosystems, wildlife populations, and environmental resources. This meaningful career field spans field research, habitat restoration, policy advocacy, environmental education, and resource management. Conservation work takes place in government agencies, nonprofit organizations, consulting firms, and academic institutions dedicated to preserving nature for future generations.

    Average Salary

    $42,000 - $72,000

    Job Growth

    8% (Faster than average)

    Education

    Bachelor's typically required

    Available Positions

    Phoenix, Arizona, United States
    1 day ago
    INTERN

    Join us. Do work that matters! In partnership with the USDA Forest Service, MobilizeGreen seeks a Youth Conservation crew leader for our 2026 summer youth program. Each crew leader is responsible fo...

    On-site
    Ferguson Township, Pennsylvania, United States
    1 day ago
    PART_TIME

    APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, a...

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    Conservation Botanist

    COASTAL MAINE BOTANICAL GARDENS
    On-site
    Boothbay, Maine, United States
    $25 - $28
    2 days ago

    Description Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens is hiring a Conservation Botanist! Are you a botanist who is passionate about conserving native plant biodiversity, excited about inspiring meaningful conn...

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    Temporary Conservation K9 Handler

    University of Pennsylvania Engineering
    On-site
    Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, United States
    $7 - $40
    2 days ago
    PART_TIME

    University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school co...

    On-site
    Zeeland, Michigan, United States
    $26 - $32
    2 days ago
    FULL_TIME

    It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Performs a variety of technical and customer ser...

    Benner Township, Pennsylvania, United States
    2 days ago
    PART_TIME

    APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, a...

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    Temporary Conservation K9 Handler

    University of Pennsylvania
    On-site
    Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, United States
    $7 - $40
    2 days ago
    PART_TIME

    University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school co...

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    Coastal Conservation Intern

    The Nature Conservancy
    On-site
    Nassawadox, Virginia, United States
    3 days ago
    FULL_TIME

    What We Can Achieve Together: Join TNC Virginia as a STEP (Short-Term Experience Program) Intern! The goal of STEP is to create pathways for people seeking to gain experience with a conservation focus...

    On-site
    Washington, District of Columbia, United States
    $95,000 - $110,000
    5 days ago
    FULL TIME

    Compensation Salary range: $95,000-$110,000. Casey Trees offers excellent benefits including health, dental, vision, flexible spending account, paid holidays, paid time off, and retirement plan 403(b...

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    Seasonal Park and Conservation Steward

    The Trustees of Reservations
    On-site
    Dover, Massachusetts, United States
    $37,440 - $41,600
    5 days ago
    TEMPORARY

    Who We Are: Founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteers, The Trustees of Reservations (The Trustees) is Massachusetts’ premier conservation and preservation organization. The Trustees’ preserve...

    On-site
    Sidney, Nebraska, United States
    6 days ago
    FULL_TIME

    The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Oil and Gas Conservation Commission - Agency 57 Location: Sidney, NE Hiring Rate: $34.674 Job Posting: JR2026-00022363 Oil & Gas Conservation Dep Dir (Open) Appl...

    Pasco, Washington, United States
    6 days ago
    Full-Time, Regular

    Conservation Specialists (2 Positions) Wetland / Natural Resources  Western Region: USDA Service Center – Washington (Pasco and Walla Walla)    Full-Time, Non-Exempt Term Ducks Unlimited Position,...

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    Soil and Water Conservation Technician

    Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners
    On-site
    Plant City, Florida, United States
    $27 - $48
    7 days ago
    Full time

    JOB: POSITION SWC-017159, Conservation Technician PAY GRADE: Classified Professional, CAD-CP4 PAY RANGE: $27.14 - $47.52 (Hourly), $56,451.20 - $98,841.60 (annual); this position starts at $29.85 (h...

    Escondido, California, United States
    7 days ago

    San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a nonprofit international conservation leader, committed to inspiring a passion for nature and creating a world where all life thrives. Empowering people from around...

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    Conservation Intern

    Ozaukee County
    On-site
    Port Washington, Wisconsin, United States
    7 days ago
    TEMPORARY

    Position Title - Conservation Intern – Limited Term Employee (LTE) Maximum 1199 Hours Summary This internship position provides technical support related to soil and water conservation through mea...

    Lincoln County, Oregon, United States
    7 days ago
    CONTRACTOR

    Start/End Dates: May 11, 2026 – October 2, 2026 (21 weeks) Compensation: $650 per week; housing provided; round-trip transportation to the site included Application Due: February 20, 2026 (application...

    Miami, Florida, United States
    7 days ago
    FULL_TIME

    Current Employees: If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to...

    Toledo, Ohio, United States
    8 days ago
    Seasonal - 150 Days or less

    Conservation Field Herpetology Technician (Seasonal, Full- Time) Toledo Zoo & Aquarium   Our Conservation Department is currently seeking Seasonal, Full-Time Field Herpetology Technicians to conduc...

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    Conservation Action Coordinator

    Hogle Zoological Society
    On-site
    Salt Lake City, Utah, United States
    8 days ago
    Full-time Regular

    POSITION SUMMARY Utah’s Hogle Zoo leads or participates in several conservation programs in Utah and globally. These programs involve such activities as ecological research and monitoring, habitat re...

    CZ

    Conservation Educator at The Wilds

    Columbus Zoo Family of Parks
    On-site
    Cumberland, Ohio, United States
    8 days ago
    TEMPORARY

    Overview Conservation Educators teach programs for schools, youth groups, families and adults. Conservation Educators will conduct a wide range of programs at our WildeCamp facility, Outpost, off-site...

    Logan, Utah, United States
    $68,000 - $78,000
    8 days ago
    FULL_TIME

    Lead Soil Scientist - Working Lands Conservation Department: Working Lands Conservation Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Working Lands Conservation - Logan, UT Reporting To: Lead Scien...

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    Graduate Conservation Intern

    Philadelphia Museum of Art
    On-site
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
    8 days ago
    INTERN

    We Are Committed to an Inclusive Workplace At the Philadelphia Art Museum, we actively seek to employ a diverse group of people who embody our organizational values. We welcome and encourage individu...

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    Graduate Conservation Summer Intern

    Philadelphia Museum of Art
    On-site
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
    8 days ago
    INTERN

    Graduate Conservation Summer Internship We Are Committed to an Inclusive Workplace At the Philadelphia Art Museum, we actively seek to employ a diverse group of people who embody our organizational...

    Anchorage, Alaska, United States
    8 days ago
    Temporary

    SCA Alaska Corps Teams 2026   The SCA Alaska Corps is a 14-week AmeriCorps program focused on leadership development, completing trail work projects and building a sense of community. As a member of...

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    Community-Led Conservation Coordinator

    DORIS DUKE MANAGEMENT FOUNDATION
    On-site
    Hillsborough Township, New Jersey, United States
    $23 - $29
    9 days ago
    Full-time Regular Full-Time

    Position Details  Title: Community-Led Conservation Coordinator  Location: Duke Farms, Hillsborough, N.J.  Reports to:Scientist and Manager of Ecology and Nature Tech Solutions  Status: Full time,...

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