The Massachusetts Land Trust Coalition (MLTC) advances land conservation across Massachusetts by providing education, tools, networking, and advocacy for land trusts and their partners. MLTC provides services to 140 land trusts across the Commonwealth and advocates for strong legislation and robust funding to support land conservation.
We will begin reviewing applications mid-June 2026 for a proposed start date in September 2026. Please submit a resume and cover letter via email to admin@massland.org, with subject line “Conservation Programs Intern: [your last name]”.
Hours: Part-time throughout the 2026-2027 Academic Year, 12-15 hours per week (negotiable)
Location: MLTC is based in Sudbury, Massachusetts, but most of this work will be performed from your home or school-based office. Frequent online meetings via Zoom are required. Ability to travel to a few meetings around Massachusetts would be beneficial to both MLTC and the intern.
Compensation: College graduates/graduate students: $20 – 23 per hour, commensurate with qualifications. Undergraduate students and others: $18-20 per hour, commensurate with qualifications. MLTC is happy to cooperate with the selected candidate to meet requirements of an academic credit program, if desired and appropriate. This position is not eligible for paid time off, health insurance or other employee benefits.
Duties:
Working closely with MLTC’s Executive Director and Programs Manager, and with planning committees made of representatives from across the conservation community, the Intern will provide research, technical assistance and logistical support for MLTC’s education programs, including some or all of the following:
- The annual Land Trust/State Agency Retreat in October and the Massachusetts Land Conservation Conference in March
- Online resources including a documents library, video library, service provider directory and grants database
- Occasional workshops, seminars and networking meetings
- Quarterly Conservation Partners meetings
Subject to available time, interest and aptitude, the Intern may also work closely with the Executive Director and/or Development and Communications Coordinator on the following:
- Research, writing, formatting and/or graphic design in support of MLTC’s website, electronic newsletter and social media communications
- Research and writing in support of grant proposals to fund MLTC’s work
What you’ll gain from us:
- Hands-on experience in planning and deployment of educational events and programs
- A place to hone a wide range of skills, including applied research, communication, organization, and problem-solving
- The chance to learn and ask questions about the nuts and bolts of non-profit operations
- Networking opportunities with staff and volunteers from a wide range of conservation organizations across the state
- An opportunity to help advance land conservation across Massachusetts
What we need from you:
- Demonstrated interest in environmental conservation. (This can be in the form of coursework, volunteering, previous work experience, etc.)
- Interest in learning more about the nuts and bolts of how an environmental non-profit organization operates
- Curiosity, ingenuity, initiative, teamwork and problem-solving skills
- Sound judgment, discretion, and keen attention to detail
- Great communication skills and natural ability to treat stakeholders from all backgrounds with collegiality and respect
- Fluency with common computer applications (e.g. MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Zoom); Even better if you have experience with graphic design (e.g. Canva) or video editing programs
- Good writing skills are a plus
- Ability to travel independently to locations around Massachusetts a few times during the year
- Ability to complete the following physical tasks with or without reasonable accommodations:
- Use a computer station and keyboard for extended periods of time
- Participate in regular teleconferences and videoconferences
- Lift items of 10-15 pounds and transport them short distances
MLTC is committed to an inclusive conservation workforce. Black, Indigenous, and other people of color, as well as individuals from other historically underrepresented communities, are strongly encouraged to apply.