Southern Wisconsin Bird Alliance (SoWBA, formerly Madison Audubon) Employment and Internship Opportunities
Employment Opportunities
faville grove sanctuary resident land steward
(Permanent, salaried)
The Faville Grove Sanctuary restoration ecologist/land steward is responsible for helping to continue SoWBA’s history of excellence in habitat restoration and management, and public outreach and education. As a condition and benefit of employment, the land steward lives on-site in the sanctuary’s Prairie Lane residence rent-free and with utilities paid by SoWBA. This is a hands-on, year-round position that works collaboratively with the sanctuary managers to monitor, plan, and engage in all sanctuary management and outreach activities. For best consideration, apply by Monday, January 6, 2025. Learn more about the position and apply HERE!
Summer 2025 Diversity in Conservation Internship
Work with Southern Wisconsin Bird Alliance as a Bird Conservation Intern in summer 2025, and gain experience doing the variety of work our organization and staff do! The Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin’s Diversity in Conservation Internship provides a meaningful cohort-based experience for Wisconsin undergraduates interested in careers in conservation, and one of the placement options is with SoWBA. The program encourages applicants from historically underrepresented groups. Students from Lawrence University, University of Wisconsin-Madison, and University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee are eligible to apply. Application deadline is Friday, January 24, 2025. Learn more about this internship and apply HERE!
Summer 2025 seasonal Ecological restoration internships
Are you looking for summer field experience in habitat restoration and management? SoWBA is hiring two crews of paid interns to work at Faville Grove and Goose Pond Sanctuaries. You will learn tools and techniques of native habitat management, plant identification, and principles of restoration ecology while helping restore prairie, savanna, and wetland habitats in south central Wisconsin. The internship also includes occasional guest visits and field trips. Undergraduates (including seniors graduating in May 2025) of any field of study are encouraged to apply. Application deadline is Monday, February 10, 2025. Learn more about this internship and apply HERE!
Southern Wisconsin Bird Alliance is an equal opportunity employer; we do not discriminate on any basis including race, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, marital status, national origin or ancestry, political affiliation, citizenship, lawful immigration status, or mental, physical or medical disability, Veteran status, or liability for service in the United States Armed Forces.
Cover image: Summer 2023 ecological restoration interns at Faville Grove Sanctuary (photo by Southern Wisconsin Bird Alliance).
