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The Nature Conservancy · 2 days ago

Mukwonago Agricultural Stewardship Intern

East Troy, Wisconsin

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$17/hr - $17/hr

0+ years exp

Start in 2026 Summer

The Nature Conservancy is dedicated to conserving land and water resources, and they are seeking a Mukwonago Agricultural Stewardship Intern to support agricultural conservation and land management efforts. This role involves participating in research projects, developing media to showcase conservation efforts, and assisting with hands-on work in managing preserves and controlling invasive species.

Environmental ConsultingNatural ResourcesNon ProfitWaterWildlife Conservation

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Support marketing efforts, including creating videos and newsletters that showcase partners’ efforts to adopt conservation practices

Contribute to field research projects by setting up field trials, maintaining research plots, applying treatments, and collecting data, including plant/soil sampling

Engage professionally and positively with farmers, agency and university staff, the non-farming community, and other conservation partners

Compile and summarize data for reporting and analysis

Demonstrate self-motivation and the ability to work under both close supervision and independently

Work flexible hours during the internship, including occasional evenings

Participate in fieldwork such as restoring oak savannas and prairies, removing invasive species, maintaining trails and signs, and removing interior fencing on preserves

Operate equipment, including tractors, UTVs, mechanical brush cutters, and chainsaws, and apply herbicides as needed (training will be provided)

Assist the Stewardship Coordinator with implementing ecological monitoring on preserves

Assist with public outreach on invasive species by participating in the Clean Boats/Clean Waters program at boat launches

Support mapping, removal, and control of AIS populations, including raising and releasing purple loosestrife beetles

Attend an intern cohort orientation in Madison and participate in an overnight TNC Wisconsin All Staff Retreat, both scheduled for June 2026

Work in variable weather conditions, remote locations, and isolated settings for extended periods. Tasks may include physically demanding work in hazardous terrain

Perform duties requiring considerable physical exertion and muscular strain under close or infrequent supervision

Fieldwork will include adequate breaks and rest periods

Qualification

Agricultural conservationLand managementData compilationField researchPublic outreachVideo creationNewsletter creationPhysical workTeam collaborationProblem-solving

Required

High school diploma or GED and 6 months of related experience

Currently enrolled in college or graduated within the past 12 months, with coursework in natural resources, agronomy, environmental studies, biology, plant sciences, or a related field

Experience in coursework, projects, or exposure to agricultural conservation and/or land management, as well as concepts in natural resource management

Experience performing physical work, often under adverse conditions or inclement weather

Experience with following instructions independently and working collaboratively with team members in a team setting

Experience creating outreach materials such as videos and newsletters, and engaging with the public

This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with TNC's Auto Safety Program