Below are resources about conservation-related careers. Having a profile on LinkedIn, a simple website, or a Google Scholar profile is helpful.

Advice about careers in conservation

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 sectors (i.e., academia, non-profit, industry, government). So consider everything with a grain of salt. 
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Papers:
Interviews, blog posts, etc:

Job boards and postings

I often share job ads on LinkedIn and Bluesky using #ConservationJobs. Here are some job boards that have conservation, ecololgy, wildlife biology, and sustainability postings.

Canada International (including Canada)

Networking

Use your network, online and in-person.
  • 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)

I have advocated for "Show the Salary" for years. Compensation transparency improves equity, reduces gaps that disproportionately affect women and minoritized and marginalized groups, respects applicants' time, and improves applicant pools.

Learn more about salaries in conservation (mostly North America). 

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