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As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship wildlife photography in the United States is $15.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.50 and $17.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an internship wildlife photography?

An Internship in Wildlife Photography is a role where aspiring photographers gain hands-on experience capturing images of wildlife in their natural habitats. Interns typically work alongside professionals, learning about camera techniques, ethical wildlife photography, and environmental conservation. The job may include fieldwork, editing photos, and assisting with research or documentation. It provides an opportunity to build a portfolio while developing technical and storytelling skills.

What are the typical responsibilities and daily tasks for an intern in wildlife photography?

As a wildlife photography intern, your daily tasks may include assisting professional photographers in the field, setting up and maintaining camera equipment, and capturing photos of animals in their natural habitats under guidance. You’ll often help catalog and edit images, gather data on wildlife behavior, and prepare visual content for publications or digital media platforms. Collaboration is common, as you may work with biologists, park rangers, or marketing teams to ensure your images support research or outreach goals. Interns should also be prepared for early mornings, changing weather conditions, and the occasional need to hike or travel to remote locations. These experiences provide valuable learning opportunities and can help you build a professional portfolio for future roles in wildlife or conservation photography.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in internship wildlife photography?

To thrive as an Internship Wildlife Photography candidate, you need foundational photography skills, a keen eye for composition, and a passion for wildlife and conservation, often supported by coursework or training in photography or environmental sciences. Familiarity with DSLR or mirrorless cameras, photo editing software like Adobe Lightroom, and possibly basic GPS equipment is commonly required. Initiative, patience, adaptability, and strong communication skills are highly valued for working in unpredictable outdoor environments and collaborating with research or conservation teams. These skills ensure interns can capture compelling images safely and effectively while supporting broader wildlife documentation or outreach objectives.

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Infographic showing various Internship Wildlife Photography job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 63% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 14% Temporary, and 5% Summer. Highlights an 90% In-person, 5% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,333 per year, or $15.5 per hour.

Conservation and Wildlife Advocate

The Public Interest Network

Washington, DC • On-site

$40K - $55K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

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Job description

Conservation and Wildlife Advocate
Department: Program
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Washington, DC
Reporting To: Lisa Frank
Compensation: $40,000 - $55,000 / year
Description
Environment America has one mission: to protect the natural world. We're hiring a Conservation and Wildlife Advocate to work in Washington, DC to protect wildlife and wild places.
We share our planet with countless incredible creatures, from the grizzly on the ridgeline to the butterfly in our backyard. Many are on the brink of extinction. As an advocate with Environment America, you'll work with hunters and anglers, farmers, wildlife photographers and lawmakers from both parties to advance solutions to recover America's wildlife populations and the habitat they need to thrive.
Key Responsibilities
Environment America's Conservation and Wildlife Advocate will work to advance our policy goals in Washington, DC. This position requires excellent judgment and discretion and the ability to oversee significant projects. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
  • Advocacy: Meet with members of Congress and federal government officials to advocate for strong environmental policies. Develop collaborative relationships with legislators and congressional staff on both sides of the aisle and federal agencies to advance our policy goals.
  • Coalition building: Serve as the Environment America voice in conservation coalitions. Recruit new partners who can help us win campaigns, including unlikely allies who might agree with us on one issue, even if we disagree on other issues.
  • Fundraising: Fund our campaigns and grow our impact by raising money from foundations and individual donors.
  • Media and communications: Write reports, fact sheets, news releases, blogs, op-eds, and other forms of communication to get our message in the media and heard by decision-makers and the public. Represent Environment America with reporters.
  • Campaign strategy: Develop campaign plans and tactics. Work creatively with our state and national leadership.
  • Staff recruitment and management: Build our team by recruiting and managing interns and participating in staff recruitment efforts. Potential to oversee staff.

Qualifications
A successful candidate will have excellent writing and public speaking skills; at least two years of professional full time experience in organizing, advocacy, campaigning or legislative work; be a solid team player; and have the passion and grit to do what it takes to get the work done. Top candidates will also have these qualities:
  • Up for a challenge. You have a bold vision of a greener world, but you know that lasting change-especially in gridlocked Washington, D.C.--often comes one challenging step at a time. You work hard to achieve your goals, whether that means hours of calling activists or monitoring middle-of-the-night Senate votes.
  • Ready to build a movement. The progress we're seeking can't be won in a single policy or election. You're excited to meet with Democrats, Republicans, farmers, business owners and anyone else you think might share our love of wildlife.
  • Organized and strategic. You can make plans for long-term success. You can balance multiple competing goals and policy priorities.

If this sounds like you, we hope you'll apply to join our team.
Details
Compensation and Benefits
The starting annual compensation range for this position is $40,000-$55,000 for a candidate with 2-8 years of experience. Candidates on the lower end of directly relevant experience should expect to be on the lower end of this range; candidates on the higher end of relevant experience are likely to be on the higher end of this range. Environment America offers an excellent benefits package. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents, time off, a commuter benefit program, a 401(k) plan with employer match, parental leave, long term disability insurance, and may include needs-based student loan assistance. We also offer an excellent training program and opportunities for advancement.
Location
Washington, DC
Why work for Environment America? Here are ten reasons: https://environmentamerica.org/why-work-with-us/
Our Mission and Values
Environment America is part of The Public Interest Network, which operates and supports organizations committed to a shared vision of a better world and a strategic approach to social change. Visit https://environmentamerica.org/core-values/ for things you should know about our network when you apply.
Please do not use AI to help draft your cover letter or responses to our application questions. We want to know how you think and write.
Environment America is an equal opportunity employer.

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