Below are some resources about working in conservation. Having a reasonably complete profile on LinkedIn, a simple website, or a Google Scholar profile is helpful when job hunting.
Advice about careers in conservation
It's great that you are looking for career advice! Remember that advice varies, everyone's circumstances and experiences are different, and times change. There are big differences among conservation science, policy, and practice as well as among different sectors (i.e., academia, non-profit, industry, and government). So consider everything you read and hear with a grain of salt. Papers:
I frequently share job postings on LinkedIn and Twitter using #ConservationJobs. Follow me to stay in the loop. These job boards are good places to look for environmental, conservation, and wildlife job postings:
Evaluate your existing network and think about how and where to strengthen it. You probably know someone who knows someone who works in environmental fields and/or has interviewed and hired people. Let them know that you're looking for job opportunities and ask for a friendly review of your resume and cover letter or even a practice interview.
Start watching for job postings and save them, paying attention to the position's duties and responsibilities, and skills and experiences (both essential and additional/bonus). When the door to your dream job opens, you want to be ready!
Science-policy fellowships
I curate a list of scholarships and fellowships in conservation, environment, science, and related communication.
Compensation (salaries, benefits)
It's becoming more common and accepted to talk about salaries and full range of benefits (together called "compensation") in all careers. Here are a few places to find out more about salaries in conservation (mostly North America).
I advocate for "Show the Salary" principles. Being transparent about compensation improves equity, reduces gaps that disproportionately affect women and minoritized and marginalized groups, respects applicants' time, and improves applicant pools.