Community Conservation Externship ·National Geographic Society & The Nature Conservancy

Overview

This program offers a fully remote, eight-week externship for young people aged 18 to 25, focusing on developing practical skills in geographic information systems (GIS), data visualization, and conservation storytelling while addressing real-world environmental challenges.

Eligibility

• Must be between 18 and 25 years old.
• Open to applicants from any country.
• Available for approximately 10 hours per week over eight weeks.
• Interest in conservation, science communication, or community advocacy.
• Must complete the full eight-week program.
• No prior GIS or conservation experience required.

Benefits

• Participants will receive a US$500 educational stipend upon successful completion.
• Opportunity to develop work that can strengthen academic and professional applications.
• Participants will learn from experts at the National Geographic Society and The Nature Conservancy.
• Hands-on training in GIS using Esri mapping technologies.

How to Apply

You can apply for the externship through the application link provided.

Deadline

Applications are open until 30 August 2026.