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You might be just the person we’re looking for to fill an open position. To apply for any of the positions listed below, send a resume and cover letter to the address listed for that position. The New Jersey Audubon Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, age, national origin, ethnic background, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to building a diverse team and strongly encourage all qualified professionals to apply.
Current Openings: Full and Part-time
Seasonal and Internship Opportunities
| Position Title: | Nature Camp Teacher Naturalist |
| Department | Scherman Hoffman |
| Location: | New Jersey Audubon’s Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary, Bernardsville, NJ |
| Reports To: | Program Director / Camp Director |
| Job Classification | Seasonal, 35 hours/week, Monday through Friday. |
Job Description:
Enthusiastic educator to work in our summer nature camp program as the lead teacher for groups of children exploring the outdoors. They will work with staff to develop and conduct environmental education programs as well as oversee group dynamics and safety.
Major Responsibilities:
- Conduct programs with nature exploration, crafts, activities and games that have a strong focus on connecting children with nature and respect for the natural world.
- Organize and supervise children including to facilitate group management and safety.
- Participate in the daily setup and breakdown of all program aspects including all cleaning procedures related to health and safety protocols.
- Maintain lesson plans, educational materials, and all other related programming information as required.
- Oversee and actively engage youth counselors and/or counselors in training.
- Help in the care, feeding, and wellbeing of live animals that are presented for educational purposes.
Other:
- Attend mandatory camp orientation and training.
- Participate with staff and volunteers to adopt a team approach towards daily operations.
- Assume additional responsibilities as requested by supervisor and/or senior staff.
Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills
- A. or B.S. in the sciences or education, preferred.
- Minimum two years’ experience working with children in formal/non-formal settings.
- Strong Computer Skills – Microsoft Office
- Strong written and oral communication skills, and knowledge of the natural world helpful.
- Strong organizational, time and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, shifting priorities and meet deadlines.
- Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to relate to and motivate a diverse range of people, exercise cultural competence and inclusion, and accept direction and constructive feedback.
- Motivated self-starter able to work independently in the execution of his or her responsibilities while collaborating with other staff and organizations with the ability to demonstrate initiative and a positive attitude.
- Strong professionalism and work ethic with the ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to walk on uneven surfaces such as nature trails, walking in a stream or pond, or in sand.
- Ability to lift and move boxes, tables, chairs and discovery equipment (up to 50 lbs.) as part of class set up or program delivery.
- Obtain and maintain certification for First Aid, CPR, background check and other public safety certifications.
- Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license and be able to operate a vehicle in NJ.
Program Dates: June 22 through August 28, 2026
Compensation: $16.00 – $20.00 per hour, based on experience
Application Deadline: Position will be posted until filled. To apply, email your cover letter and resume (include phone contact info) indicating the position for which you are applying in the subject line to [email protected]
Please note, this is not a direct hire role with New Jersey Audubon Society. Employment will be through an outside staffing agency. Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of all relevant background checks, verifications and required paperwork. Employment will be considered ‘at will.
Position Title: Nature Camp Counselor-in-Training (CIT)
Department: Scherman Hoffman
Location: New Jersey Audubon’s Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary, Bernardsville, NJ
Reports to: Camp Teacher Naturalist / Camp Director
Job Classification: Seasonal, Volunteer position, 35 hours/week,
Job Description:
The Counselor-In-Training (CIT) Program is a volunteer leadership training opportunity for youth 15+ that is designed in support of our summer nature program. CITs will learn how to work with children individually and in group settings and will assist camp teachers in all facets of the camp experience including outdoor exploration, games and arts & crafts.
Major Responsibilities:
- Assist camp instructors in providing a fun and educational experience for campers.
- Assist camp instructors to encourage campers to participate in all facets of the camp experience.
- Under supervision, lead special camp activities and programs based on CITs interest and skills.
- Assist in camp set up, activities preparation, and clean up.
Other:
- Attend mandatory camp orientation and training.
- Participate with staff and volunteers to adopt a team approach towards daily operations.
- Assume additional responsibilities as requested by supervisor.
Qualifications:
- Must be at least at least 15 years old.
- Must enjoy working with children and enjoy being outdoors.
- Must be reliable, punctual and adhere to agreed upon time commitment.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to relate to and motivate a diverse group of people.
- Able to accept direction and constructive feedback.
- Able to walk on uneven surfaces such as nature trails, walking in a stream or pond, or in sand.
- Able to lift and move boxes, tables, chairs, and discovery equipment (up to 50 lbs.) as part of class set up or program delivery.
- Must have reliable transportation to get to camp.
Program Dates and Times: June 22 to August 28, 2026; 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Must commit to at least one full week of summer camp.
To apply: Submit your application through our online form: Volunteer Opportunities | New Jersey Audubon (njaudubon.org) Once you apply, you will need to supply three letters of recommendation from a teacher, supervisor, or employer via email to [email protected]
| Position Title: | Nature Camp Senior Counselor |
| Department | Scherman Hoffman |
| Location: | New Jersey Audubon’s Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary, Bernardsville, NJ |
| Reports To: | Program Director / Camp Director |
| Job Classification | Seasonal, 35 hours/week, Monday through Friday. |
Job Description:
Enthusiastic candidates to serve as Nature Camp Senior Counselors to assist the summer camp program staff by working directly with young children in an outdoor learning environment.
Major Responsibilities:
- Assist instructors in providing a fun and educational experience for campers that have a strong focus on awareness and respect for the natural world.
- Assist instructors in group management including encouraging campers to participate in all activities.
- Support campers during activities such as outdoor exploration, games, and crafts.
- Oversee campers during breaks such as lunch and snack time (if applicable).
- Under supervision, develop and lead special camp activities and programs as appropriate.
- Assist with daily setup and breakdown of all program aspects including all cleaning procedures related to health and safety protocols.
Other:
- Attend mandatory camp orientation and training.
- Participate with staff and volunteers to adopt a team approach towards daily operations.
- Assume additional responsibilities as requested by supervisor and staff.
Qualifications:
- Must be 16+ years old, with working papers if under the age of 18.
- Prior experience in a summer camp setting.
- Must appreciate nature and enjoy working with youth outdoors.
- Must be reliable, punctual and adhere to agreed upon time commitment.
- Willing to occasionally be in leadership roles with children and youth.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to relate to and motivate a diverse group of people.
- Able to accept direction and constructive feedback.
- Able to walk on uneven surfaces such as nature trails, walking in a stream or pond, or in sand.
- Able to lift and move boxes, tables, chairs, and discovery equipment (up to 50 lbs.) as part of class set up or program delivery.
- Must have reliable transportation to get to camp.
Program Dates: June 22 through August 28, 2026. Must commit to at least 4 weeks of summer camp.
Compensation: $16.00/hour
To apply:
Qualified individuals may apply by emailing cover letter and resume to [email protected]
Please indicate in the subject line which job you are applying for.
Please note, this is not a direct hire role with New Jersey Audubon Society. Employment will be through an outside staffing agency. Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of all relevant background checks, verifications and required paperwork. Employment will be considered ‘at will.’
Position Title: PSEG Sustainability Ambassador Internship (4 Paid Internships Available)
Department: Education
Site Location: Newark
Reports to: Habitat Outreach Coordinator
Job Classification: Temporary, Part-Time, hourly, approximately 5 to 10 hours per week
Start Date (Approx): September/October 2024 or March/April 2025
End Date (Approx): December 2024 or May 2025
Job Description:
This position has duties in the education branch of the NJ Audubon mission. During this internship, learn to create and certify gardens as wildlife habitats and lead demonstrations, lessons, and celebrations in gardens. Provide outreach to youth organizations, families, and community members, through presentations and programs about gardening with native plants that support pollinators.
Learning Objective: The PSEG Sustainability Intern should have interests in supporting urban communities, gardening, STEM Learning, environmental education, and sustainability. Interns will learn about NJ Audubon’s conservation initiatives and programs and be trained to lead afterschool programs serving children ages 6 – 12, families, and community members in the Newark community.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct after-school activities, support community celebrations, and help with the creation of native plant gardens at after-school facilities in Newark.
- Contact and stay engaged with families and community members to encourage Garden for Wildlife Certification.
- Provide presentations to encourage participation.
- Assume additional responsibilities as required.
QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- Full-time status as a degree-seeking undergraduate student with at least 24 credit hours earned at an accredited college or university.
- Bilingual is a plus.
- Passion for teaching environmental concepts to children and families, gardening, and supporting urban communities.
- Excellent Computer Skills – Microsoft Office, use of social media.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to modify messages for different audiences including children, young adults, parents, and teachers.
- Excellent organizational, time and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, shifting priorities and meet deadlines.
- Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to relate to and motivate a diverse range of people, exercise cultural competence and inclusion, and accept direction and constructive feedback.
- Motivated self-starter able to work independently in the execution of their responsibilities while collaborating with other staff and organizations with the ability to demonstrate initiative and a positive attitude.
- Strong professionalism and work ethic with the ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.
- Flexibility to adjust hours to meet deadlines and needs of the organization, including availability to work occasional evenings and weekends.
- Obtain satisfactory background check
- Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to operate a motor vehicle in NJ.
- Ability to walk on uneven surfaces as needed for outdoors events and lift up to 25 lbs.
Starting Date (Approximately): Immediately
End Date (Approximately): May 24, 2024
Salary: $15.13/hr., approximately 5 – 10 hours per week,
Application Deadline: September 30 for Fall 2024 or March 15 for Spring 2025
To Apply: Qualified individuals may apply by sending cover letter of interest, resume, and a letter of recommendation from a professor (if preferred, this can be transmitted directly by email from the professor, but the name of the applicant must be in the subject line of the email).
Send all documents together listing the job title in subject line, to [email protected]
We are committed to building a diverse team and strongly encourage all qualified professionals to apply. The New Jersey Audubon Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, age, national origin, ethnic background, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Position Title: Rockland Electric Environmental and Climate Internship (2 Available)
Department: Lorrimer Sanctuary
Site Location: Franklin Lakes, NJ
Reports to: Sanctuary Director
Job Classification: Temporary, Part-Time, hourly, approximately 10 to 15 hours per week
Start Date (Approx): February 2026
End Date (Approx): May 2026
Job Description:
During this internship, learn to lead environmental and climate-focused programs, demonstrations, and lessons. Provide outreach to youth and families through programs about environmental topics including native plants, native wildlife, climate change, and more.
Learning Objective:
The Rockland Electric Environmental and Climate intern should have interests in supporting environmental and climate change education. Interns will learn about NJ Audubon’s conservation initiatives and programs and be trained to lead a variety of programs serving youth and the general public at Lorrimer Sanctuary. Additionally, interns will be provided with the opportunity to steward the Sanctuary’s 14 acres through gardening activities, trail maintenance, and other projects.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Guiding environmental programming
- School field trips, scout programs, seniors programs, general public
- Developing new or updating climate change curricula
- Overseeing stewardship projects
- Maintaining pollinator gardens
- Working with volunteers to enhance trails and habitat areas at Lorrimer Sanctuary.
- Assume additional responsibilities as required.
QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- Full-time status as a degree-seeking undergraduate student with at least 24 credit hours earned at an accredited college or university.
- Passion for teaching environmental concepts to children and families, gardening.
- Excellent Computer Skills – Microsoft Office, use of social media.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to modify messages for different audiences including children, young adults, parents, and teachers.
- Excellent organizational, time and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, shifting priorities and meet deadlines.
- Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to relate to and motivate a diverse range of people, exercise cultural competence and inclusion, and accept direction and constructive feedback.
- Motivated self-starter able to work independently in the execution of their responsibilities while collaborating with other staff and organizations with the ability to demonstrate initiative and a positive attitude.
- Strong professionalism and work ethic with the ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.
- Flexibility to adjust hours to meet deadlines and needs of the organization, including availability to work occasional evenings and weekends.
- Obtain satisfactory background check
- Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to operate a motor vehicle in NJ.
- Ability to walk on uneven surfaces as needed for outdoors events and lift up to 25 lbs.
Starting Date (Approximately): January 2026
End Date (Approximately): May 2026
Salary: $15.13/hr., approximately 10 – 15 hours per week,
Application Deadline: December 5th
To Apply: Qualified individuals may apply by sending cover letter of interest and resume.
Send all documents together listing the job title in subject line, to [email protected]
Professional Services/Other
New Jersy Audubon seeks the professional services of one individual as a WATERBIRD MIGRATION COUNTER at its Avalon Seawatch in Avalon, NJ. It’s a commitment of about 50 weekly hours from approximately October 1 to December 24.
The Cape May Peninsula is one of the premier fall migration hotspots in the country and the Avalon Seawatch has monitored southbound waterbird migration since 1993.Our long-term monitoring sites help NJ Audubon keep its finger on the pulse of migration and contribute to the advancement of conservation and environmental education. NJ Audubon fosters the application of sound scientific principles and practices to address conservation issues related to all fauna and their natural habitats.
Activities/Services Requested:
- Identify and count all migrating
- Maintain daily data entry into a digital platform and follow backup data procedures as
- Keep appropriate records for rare
- Provide regular summaries for post on various CMBO
- Some data entry in MS Excel
- Provide end of season summary report for NJ Audubon publications in timely manner to receive final
Qualifications:
- Familiarity with bird migration and strong background identifying waterbirds in
- Careful data collection skills a
- Willingness to work irregular hours in sometimes difficult field
- Punctual with excellent organizational, time and project management skills with the ability to meet
- Strong computer skills, especially Microsoft Office, to fulfill job
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, and knowledge of environmental and conservation issues
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to relate to and motivate a diverse range of people, exercise cultural competence and inclusion, and accept direction and constructive feedback.
- Motivated self-starter with capacity to work productively in a team setting with the ability to demonstrate initiative and a positive attitude.
- Strong professionalism and work ethic with the ability to exercise discretion and maintain
- Ability to lift 25 as necessary.
- All applicants must have their own vehicle, and a valid, clean driver’s
Start Date: approximately October 1, 2026 End Date: approximately December 24, 2026
Compensation/Professional Fees of up to $13,134. Housing may be provided.
Application Deadline: August 1, 2026.
Interested individuals should email their qualifications (Biography/Resume) to: [email protected] Please write “Avalon Seawatch Counter” in the subject line to ensure proper routing of your documents.
Applicants please be aware this is a request for professional services, and not a direct employment role.
New Jersy Audubon seeks the professional services of one individual as a HAWK MIGRATION COUNTER at its Montclair Hawkwatch in Montclair, NJ. It’s a commitment of about 40 weekly hours from approximately August 27 to December 3.
The Montclair Hawkwatch is the second-oldest raptor migration count in the United States, sampling a mix of inland and coastal migrants against the backdrop of the New York City skyline. Our long-term monitoring sites help NJ Audubon keep its finger on the pulse of migration and contribute to the advancement of conservation and environmental education. NJ Audubon fosters the application of sound scientific principles and practices to address conservation issues related to all fauna and their natural habitats.
Activities/Services Requested:
- Identify and count all migrating
- Maintain daily data entry into a digital platform and follow backup data procedures as
- Keep appropriate records for rare
- Provide regular summaries for post on various CMBO
- Attend orientation session during late
- Provide end of season summary report for NJ Audubon publications in timely manner to receive final
Qualifications:
- Familiarity with bird migration and strong background identifying raptors in
- Careful data collection skills a
- Willingness to perform services on weekends and irregular hours in sometimes difficult field
- Punctual with excellent organizational, time and project management skills with the ability to meet
- Strong computer skills, especially Microsoft
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, and knowledge of environmental and conservation issues
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to relate to and motivate a diverse range of people, exercise cultural competence and inclusion, and accept direction and constructive feedback.
- Motivated self-starter with capacity to work productively in a team setting with the ability to demonstrate initiative and a positive attitude.
- Strong professionalism and work ethic with the ability to exercise discretion and maintain
- Ability to lift 25 as necessary.
- All applicants must have their own vehicle, and a valid, clean driver’s
Start Date: approximately August 27, 2026 End Date: approximately December 3, 2026
Compensation/Professional Fees of up to $9,660. Housing may be provided.
Application Deadline: July 15, 2026.
Interested individuals should email their qualifications (Biography/Resume) to: [email protected] Please write “Montclair Hawkwatch Counter” in the subject line to ensure proper routing of your documents.
Applicants please be aware this is a request for professional services, and not a direct employment role.