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Paid Policy Intern supporting Audubon Vermont’s environmental policy campaigns from January through May 2027. Responsibilities include researching state and federal environmental laws and policies, preparing briefing papers, reports, regulatory comments, factsheets, blogs, and webpage content, and attending meetings with public officials, scientists, environmental leaders, and volunteers. The role requires strong communication, organization, environmental interest, reliable transportation, and commuting distance to Huntington, Vermont, with a hybrid schedule.

Supports Audubon’s Development Services team through administrative and operational coordination, including scheduling, travel, expenses, Salesforce data management, reporting, donor communications, vendor and invoice processing, event support, mailings, and meeting documentation. Coordinates cross-functional projects, timelines, inboxes, and event logistics while maintaining data accuracy, confidentiality, and timely communication. Provides on- and off-site support for meetings and fundraising events.

Owns Audubon’s benefits administration infrastructure, including retirement plan audits, Form 5500 support, benefits-payroll reconciliation, leave, ADA, and workers’ compensation case management. The role manages vendors, supports Workday and TopBloc processes, leads open enrollment and process improvements, oversees compliance documentation, and provides guidance to HR partners and employees. It also mentors a Benefits Administration Senior Associate and serves as the primary contact for auditors, Payroll, and benefits partners.

Supports Audubon's government affairs team through policy research, decision-maker outreach, legislative review, briefing preparation, factsheet design, mailings, events, and a policy-focused capstone project. The intern collaborates with policy experts and staff to advance conservation priorities and gains experience in public policy, communications, and advocacy.

Lead and grow Audubon’s major and principal giving program: manage a high-value donor portfolio ($2M–$5M annually), close six- and seven-figure gifts, supervise and coach frontline fundraisers, engage board and executive leadership, and develop multi-year fundraising initiatives aligned with the strategic plan.

Lead development and implementation of nature-based habitat and resilience projects across the Mississippi River basin. Coordinate partners, conduct site selection and visits, manage projects and grants, develop funding proposals, engage stakeholders and landowners, synthesize technical information for diverse audiences, and support program goals and safety. Hybrid role with regional focus (Mississippi Alluvial Valley and Quad Cities) and travel about 15-20%.

Manages the full grant lifecycle, including proposal budgeting, award setup, financial tracking, reporting, compliance, subawards, invoicing, and closeout. The role collaborates with program, finance, accounting, and leadership teams; monitors expenditures, revenue, match, and grant alignment; prepares status reports; maintains grant documentation; and ensures compliance with Uniform Guidance, applicable regulations, and funder requirements.

Lead and grow Audubon’s Salton Sea program through science-based habitat restoration, advocacy, community engagement, staff supervision, fundraising/grant management, and coordination with partners and policy teams. Oversee project design, bird monitoring, outreach, and represent the program to stakeholders and public officials.

Leads IT projects, implements SaaS services, and provides advanced Tier 2 support across Windows, macOS, Microsoft 365, hardware, software, and cloud services. Troubleshoots complex technical issues, supports executives, mentors staff, manages vendors, documents solutions, delivers training, and serves as a technology lead for cross-functional initiatives. The role is hybrid in Washington, DC.

Lead science data and knowledge management at Audubon, enhancing data accessibility and usage across various scientific programs while collaborating with IT and Conservation Teams.