Reedy Creek Weed Management Intern

Bush Heritage Australia's Seeding the Future team is recruiting to fill a fantastic opportunity for a Weed Management Strategy Intern – Reedy Creek 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.
• 3-month Full-time contract commencing January 2026
• On-going invitations to Seeding the Future professional development.
• 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 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 will contribute to developing a weed management strategy for Reedy Creek Reserve, Agnes Water, Queensland. The intern will help investigate, develop and build on existing weed management and monitoring methods to enhance weed management outcomes across the reserve. The internship will involve office-based and fieldwork components. 

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What you'll need to succeed

• A relevant qualification in conservation, environmental science, or a related TAFE discipline.
• A strong desire to learn, develop new skills, collaborate with others, build professional networks, and approach challenges with creativity and innovation.
• A demonstrated commitment to nature conservation and alignment with Bush Heritage’s values and objectives.
• Proficiency in using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for environmental data analysis and mapping.
• Practical experience in invasive weed control and monitoring, with well-developed plant identification skills, including recognition of common weed species.
• A good level of fitness and the physical capability to undertake extended periods of fieldwork in varied outdoor conditions.
• Advanced emotional competence with excellent interpersonal skills, and capable of working effectively with a diverse range of people (staff, volunteers and supporters, neighbours and representatives of other organisations). 
• A current and valid Australian driver’s licence.

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 16 November 2025 at 11:59 pm AEST.