Ecology Intern - Round House Reserve

Bush Heritage Australia's Seeding the Future team is recruiting to fill a fantastic opportunity for an Ecology Intern on Round House Reserve. 

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 3-month full-time or 6-month part-time.

• On-going invitations to Seeding the Future professional development.

• Access to the Headspace app and Employee Assistance Program.

• One-on-one career guidance with a Seeding the Future 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

This internship focuses on a vital conservation project at Round House Reserve, directly addressing a critical gap in our understanding of the impacts of feral herbivores. The project has two main components: 

Establishing a Baseline of Deer Numbers and Establishing a Grazing Exclosure Experiment. The data collected from this project will provide concrete, scientifically backed evidence of the ecological impacts of grazing pressure. The results will directly inform future land management decisions and ensure effective, data-driven conservation efforts. 

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What you'll need to succeed

• Demonstrated field work experience.

• Project design skills such as setting objectives and planning activities. 

• Botany identification skills including the ability to identify native and introduced species using keys or guides.  

• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) in presenting information in a targeted clear and audience-appropriate way.

• Strong data handling skills including data entry, analysis and interpretation. 

• A desire to learn, develop new skills, collaborate, and be innovative.

• A commitment and passion for nature conservation and the objectives and values of Bush Heritage.

• Access to a reliable car with the capacity to travel to the Round House Reserve. 

• A completed undergraduate degree in Environmental Science or equivalent. 

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.

We can get many applications for internship roles so to give yourself the best chance please consider these tips to assist with your application writing: 

• Please answer each question.

• Use the STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Response/Result) method, do not repeat answers or only state “see resume for details”.

• Ensure you have answered all parts of the question.

• Tweak your resume to highlight the relevant experience.

• Do some background research on Bush Heritage before you answer the questions! 

If you require further information, please contact Chrissy Grubbs (Seeding the Future program Coordinator) at chrissy.grubbs@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!

Applications close: Sunday 2nd November 2025 at 11:59 pm AEST.