Green Team Sustainability Intern
Job No:
BHAIn31
Location:
Remote
Bush Heritage Australia's Seeding the Future team is recruiting to fill a fantastic opportunity to work with our Green Team as an Intern.
This is an exceptional opportunity to make a very real contribution to the protection of Australia’s unique wildlife and their habitat.
- Fantastic opportunity to work within a leading conservation organisation
- $59,264 (inclusive of super) pro rata remuneration package
- Fixed term contract 6-months equivalent (work 3 days a week between Monday and Friday)
- Network building opportunities and continuing connections via LinkedIn
- Access to the Headspace app and Employee Assistance Program
- One-on-one career guidance with a Seeding the Future Program Mentor
About us
For over 30 years we’ve supported and protected some of the most fragile ecosystems across the continent and seen the impact of our science-based approach. We keep our eyes on the horizon and focus firmly on long-term, landscape scale impact. As a national, not-for-profit, we want to continue to expand the areas we protect and deepen the impact we have. We work in partnership with Traditional Owners, listening to and learning from the customs and cultures that came before us.
Together we can heal and protect the bush, now and into the future.
About the role
Bush Heritage’s 2030 Strategy is to improve biodiversity protection, function and connectivity across landscapes. Bush Heritage is committed to advancing sustainability and taking meaningful action against climate change. As part of our 2024-2027 sustainability targets, we aim to refine our tracking methods to monitor progress effectively and ensure the integrity of our data capture and reporting.
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to support the development of a robust and streamlined process for collecting and reporting greenhouse gas data. This role will focus on identifying existing data sources, improving data mapping, and implementing automation to enhance efficiency. By strengthening our reporting framework, this internship will contribute directly to inspiring climate action and ensuring Bush Heritage meets its long-term sustainability commitments.
The intern will work 3 days a week between Monday and Friday.
What you'll need to succeed
- Commitment to the objectives and values of Bush Heritage.
- Strong data management and analytical skills.
- Interest in environmental sustainability, climate change, and emissions reporting.
- Ability to interpret and work with large datasets.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Basic knowledge of automation tools or a willingness to learn.
- Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills, including the ability to communicate with people from a broad range of backgrounds. Good written communication skills.
- Commitment and passion for nature conservation and the objectives and values of Bush Heritage.
How to apply
To apply for this role, simply fill in your personal details and answer the questions below. You will then be taken to a page to upload a copy of your CV. There is no need to attach a cover letter or separate document answering key selection criteria. Candidates who are interested in the position are encouraged to apply even though they may feel they are not strong on individual selection criteria. In assessing merit, the panel will take into consideration “performance or achievement relative to opportunity”. We recognise that many staff today have a range of personal circumstances and career histories.
If you require further information, please contact Michelle Stook at michelle.stook@bushheritage.org.au
Bush Heritage Australia does not discriminate based on race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or marital or parental status. Should you require a reasonable adjustment to be made for your application we would be more than happy to discuss how this could be arranged.
Evidence shows that applicants from underrepresented backgrounds often don't apply for roles if they don't feel they meet all the requirements of the job – unlike candidates from majority backgrounds who might fulfil less requirements.
We strongly encourage you to apply if you’re interested: we strive to build more diverse teams with your unique experience!
We will be conducting interviews as we receive applications. Don't miss out! Apply now!