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Temporary Remote Wildlife Conservation Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Federal Legislative Intern

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$17 - $22/hr

Options for remote or hybrid schedules Hours: 14-30 hours per week, with flexibility to accommodate class schedules Position Summary: The Federal Affairs office of the Wildlife Conservation Society ...

$63K - $85K/yr

Remote work within the United States may be considered only for employees not within commuting ... S. Army Corps of Engineers, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, and Florida ...

$63K - $85K/yr

Remote work within the United States may be considered only for employees not within commuting ... S. Army Corps of Engineers, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, and Florida ...

Remote within Southern Illinois Salary Range: $59,000 - $65,000 About Us: Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever is the nation's leading upland wildlife habitat conservation organization. Driven by a ...

$106K - $138K/yr

Midway Atoll is an isolated, remote field site with 30-50 residents comprised of FWS employees ... aquatic conservation activities, habitat development, restoration projects, research programs ...

Biologist

Grand Junction, CO · On-site +1

$50K - $80K/yr

As part of the Grand Junction Fish and Wildlife Conservation Office, you will contribute to the ... Travel to remote study sites may be required via boats, small aircraft, snowmobiles, all-terrain ...

Visiting Faculty - Project Dragonfly

$17.75 - $24/hr

... wildlife conservation, zoological management and research, non-profit organization, or related ... Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami ...

Manager, Public Lands

$62K - $70K/yr

About Audubon The National Audubon Society is a leading nonprofit conservation organization with ... Remote work within the United States may be considered only for employees not within commuting ...

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How much do temporary remote wildlife conservation jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for temporary remote wildlife conservation in the United States is $61,173.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,500.00 and $69,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Remote Wildlife Conservation vs Temporary Remote Wildlife Biologist?

AspectTemporary Remote Wildlife ConservationTemporary Remote Wildlife Biologist
CredentialsEnvironmental or conservation-related degrees, certifications in wildlife managementBiology degrees, wildlife management certifications
Work EnvironmentRemote, field sites, conservation organizationsRemote, research projects, fieldwork support
Employer & IndustryConservation NGOs, government agencies, research institutionsResearch institutions, government agencies, NGOs
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding conservation roles, remote conservation jobsBiological research, wildlife biology roles

Temporary Remote Wildlife Conservation focuses on supporting conservation projects and initiatives remotely, often involving policy, education, or program management. Temporary Remote Wildlife Biologist typically involves conducting biological research, data collection, and fieldwork support remotely. While both roles require wildlife-related credentials and work within conservation or research sectors, the former emphasizes conservation strategy and program support, whereas the latter centers on biological research and data analysis.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Remote Wildlife Conservation job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 71% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $61,173 per year, or $29.4 per hour.

Federal Legislative Intern

Wildlife Conservation Society

Washington, DC • On-site, Remote

$17 - $22/hr

Internship

Posted 17 days ago


Wildlife Conservation Society rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

14th of 37 rated wildlife parks and zoos


Job description

Department:Public Affairs 
Title:Federal Legislative Intern 
Dates:September to December 2026, with flexible start and end dates to accommodate academic schedules
Number of Openings: 2 - 3 
Location:Options for remote or hybrid schedules 
Hours: 14-30 hours per week, with flexibility to accommodate class schedules
Position Summary: 
The Federal Affairs office of the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) seeks motivated, enthusiastic, and detail-oriented Federal Affairs interns. This internship is designed to provide experience in legislative and governmental affairs, policy, and the Congressional appropriations process. The intern will gain experience in shaping environmental policy to protect wildlife and natural resources on a global scale while learning about the legislative process first-hand. Possible topics for projects include nature-based solutions to climate change, combating wildlife trafficking, and federal funding for international conservation, ocean conservation, and endangered species conservation. This internship is unpaid but will provide academic credit if applicable. Interns will have the option of remote or hybrid schedules. 
WCS combines the power of its zoos and an aquarium in New York City and a Global Conservation Program in more than 50 countries to achieve its mission to save wildlife and wild places. WCS runs the world's largest conservation field program, protecting more than 50 percent of Earth's known biodiversity; in partnership with governments, Indigenous People, Local Communities, and the private sector. Its four zoos and aquarium (the Bronx Zoo, Central Park Zoo, Queens Zoo, Prospect Park Zoo, and the New York Aquarium) welcome more than 3.5 million visitors each year, inspiring generations to care for nature. WCS's Federal Affairs office is an interface between our conservation experts and policy decision-makers in Washington, D.C. 
Objectives: 

  • Help track developments in Congress and relevant Federal Agencies related to wildlife conservation, natural resources management, and foreign policy. 

  • Learn to identify potential Congressional allies and environmental policy priorities. 

  • Research and analyze legislation related to wildlife conservation, natural resources management, and foreign policy. 

  • Have the opportunity to attend virtual Capitol Hill related briefings, hearings, and events. 

  • Learn about and gain experience in developing and implementing Congressional engagement strategies, working in coalitions, and the federal budget and appropriations process. 


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