Support the day-to-day field work for Project PROTHO, which includes the banding and monitoring of Prothonotary Warblers at three field sites in South Carolina.

Work with the Master Bander to conduct the Monitoring Avian Productivity and Survivorship (MAPS) banding station at the Beidler Forest Audubon Center.

Assist in banding Painted Buntings and other species at the bird feeder stations at the Beidler Forest Audubon Center, Dewees Island, and other field locations.

Assist Coastal Staff with Coastal Shorebird monitoring, surveys, and stewardship.

Participate in bird-friendly forestry programs and habitat management work with Audubon’s land management team.

Assist in many aspects of Audubon South Carolina’s work with MOTUS towers including installation and annual maintenance checks.

Engage in public programs, both live and virtual, as needed.

Support visitor engagement and operations at Beidler Forest as directed during center visitation hours.

Provide data entry as directed by supervisor.

Contribute to Audubon communications, including writing blog posts for the Beidler Forest e-newsletter as well as posts for social media channels and special engagement projects.

Complete a special independent project, including presentation to staff at the conclusion of the internship, to promote Audubon South Carolina’s mission and goals.

Additional duties as assigned.

Working toward or completed a science-focused degree or lived experience.

Experience with or willingness to be trained in field techniques for studying birds, including handling, banding and surveying birds; interest in avian ecology is a plus but not required.

Commitment to Audubon’s organizational values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation.

Demonstrated personal and professional commitment to and experience in advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging.

Excellent work ethic, a team-focused attitude, and the ability to work well in the field and with others, including staff and volunteers.

Must properly maintain field equipment and keep supplies and materials organized.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Strong organizational and communication skills, willingness to learn and collaborate with coworkers and partners in a respectful manner.

Valid driver’s license required.

Must be willing to work outdoors in varying South Carolina field conditions.

Able to adapt to various field and work conditions to complete tasks while under deadline.