Position: Stewardship Intern (2 positions open)
Supervisor: Land Manager / Land Management Specialist
Location: Primarily Clay County and Putnam county
Term: Fall—September 2 – November 21, 2025
Time Commitment: 12 hours per week
Position Description:
This internship position is designed to introduce practical skills and concepts used by land managers to enhance the quality of Florida’s natural landscapes. This position will work closely with NFLT’s Stewardship department to accomplish resource management goals regarding exotic species removal, prescribed fire implementation, data collection, and more.
Responsibilities:
- Exotic species management
- Prescribed fire preparation and participation
- Data Collection and reporting
- Preserve Monitoring
- Outreach Events
- Habitat Restoration
- Preserve Maintenance
Position Requirements:
- Enthusiasm for environmental conservation and land management
- Currently pursuing or holding a degree in a related field, such as environmental science, ecology biology, forestry, or a similar discipline
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Physical fitness and a willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Additional information
- This is an unpaid internship which will generate 144 volunteer service hours for the applicant
- This position also provides opportunities to learn about using GIS in a field setting, native and non-native species identification, power equipment and chainsaw use, heavy equipment use, equipment management, monitoring protocol on preserved fee lands and conservation easements, and much more
- The workday obligations are 12 hours per week across two days between the hours of 8:30am and 3:30pm. Work days must fall between Monday and Friday and can be negotiated with the Land Manager
Application Process
To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to Mark Manning, Land Manager (mmanning@nflt.org).
