Stewardship Intern (Province of Quebec)

Taking care of our environment has never been more important than it is today. The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) is looking for a several Stewardship Interns to join a team committed to protecting our most important natural areas and the plants and animals they sustain.

NCC is the nation’s leading not-for-profit, private land conservation organization, working to protect our most important natural areas and the species they sustain. Since 1962, we have brought people together to conserve and restore more than 15 million hectares across Canada. NCC takes a collaborative, evidence-based approach to achieve conservation success for the sake of nature and Canadians. With a national office in Toronto and seven regional offices across the country, NCC delivers results you can walk on.

NCC recognizes that we work on lands that have long been cared for by Indigenous Peoples under their own laws and knowledge systems. We are committed to transforming how we do our work, advancing Reconciliation through conservation, and working with Indigenous Peoples in meaningful, respectful, and supportive ways.

Internship objective

The person selected for the stewardship internship will participate in the implementation of NCC's protected areas management activities in certain regions of Quebec. More specifically, they will carry out tasks related to the monitoring of protected properties, public awareness and habitat management.

This internship is designed to provide a stimulating, learning environment. It will provide an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in conservation on private land, as well as to deepen knowledge of habitats and rare species in the target region.

Tasks and responsibilities

Field Work (65%)

• Monitor biodiversity targets and threats on protected properties.
• Carry out ecological inventories on properties targeted for conservation.
• Monitoring biodiversity targets (e.g. species at risk, vegetation communities) and threats (e.g. invasive species).
• Participate in general property maintenance, including trail monitoring, signage and marker installation.
• Raise awareness among land users and neighboring landowners.
• Contribute to the implementation of volunteer activities.

Office Work (35%)

• Plan field trip logistics.
• Consult internal interactive maps.
• Compile information gathered in the field into a database.
• Write property visit reports and activity reports related to conservation or ecological connectivity.

Important: when submitting your application, you will have the opportunity to select up to three internship choices in order of preference. In addition to the above tasks and responsibilities, each position has its own particularities. Please read them carefully.

Skills required

• Studies in a field related to biology, ecology, environmental science, forestry, geography, outdoors, etc.
• Ability to communicate with a variety of people (colleagues, protected property users, partners, volunteers).
• Ability to work on different projects simultaneously.
• Self-reliance and resourcefulness in finding solutions.
• Tolerance for work in varied weather conditions and involving biting insects.
• Knowledge of basic cartographic tools (GPS, online maps, data collection).
• Knowledge of current software (word processing, spreadsheets, graphics).
• (Asset) Ability to identify wildlife and plant species at risk in the region of the selected internship.

Other requirements

• Must have a valid social insurance number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with applicable provincial laws and regulations.
• Possess a first aid certificate valid for the duration of the internship or be able to take and pass this course at his/her own expense before the start of the internship.
• Hold a valid class 5 driver's license.
• (Asset) Must hold a pleasure craft license.
• (Asset) Some funders require interns to be between the ages of 18 and 30 for the duration of the internship, or to be registered as full-time students during the winter session.

Conditions of employment

• Workplace language: French
• Target start date: May 5, 2025
• Regular work schedule: 37.5 h/week, Monday to Friday
• Salary: $20.00/hr
• A monthly lump sum of $25 will be paid for the use of the intern's personal computer and cell phone.
• Travel and stays away from home are to be expected for field tasks, including some evenings and weekends. All travel expenses will be reimbursed.
• For safety reasons, field work is performed in teams of two.

IMPORTANT: submit your application as soon as possible, as interviews may be held before the deadline to fill certain positions.

How to Apply

NCC is an equal opportunity employer. If you are interested in joining our team, please submit your cover letter, resume and salary expectations through our Career Centre.

Application Deadline

February 23, 2025 | 11:59pm EST, 9:59pm Mountain Time, 8:59pm Pacific Time, 10:50pm CST, 00:59 am +1 AST

At NCC, we're committed to providing a healthy, safe, barrier free and inclusive, workplace, where respect and diversity are recognized assets. We strive for bold conservation achievements in which equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) are the norm. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. NCC implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For a confidential inquiry, contact us by email at hr@natureconservancy.ca to make any required arrangements. If you have questions regarding accessible employment at NCC, please email us at hr@natureconservancy.ca.