Career Opportunities
The Audubon Society of Rhode Island employs full- and part-time staff as well as independent contractors to help accomplish our mission of environmental advocacy, conservation and education. Audubon is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for employment. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
We welcome people of diverse backgrounds and life experiences and strongly encourage people of all traditionally marginalized identities to apply.
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Positions Available
Audubon Society of Rhode Island
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The Audubon Society of Rhode Island is looking for highly qualified and dependable environmental educators for per diem educator positions. These positions involve teaching the Society’s environmental education programs to a broad spectrum of audiences at various Audubon wildlife refuges including the Bristol Nature Center & Aquarium, schools, recreation sites, after schools and other community organizations. Hours may vary and are flexible. This position reports to the Senior Director of Education.
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The Seasonal Property and Garden Steward’s primary responsibility is to assist the Audubon Facility Manager and Garden Coordinator with horticulture tasks and general property maintenance of the Palmieri Pollinator Garden, as well as the 28-acre Claire McIntosh Wildlife Refuge located at the Audubon Society of Rhode Island Nature Center and Aquarium in Bristol, RI. Task may include but are not limited to landscaping, upkeep of gardens, trails, planting, cataloging plants, maintaining boardwalks, grounds, and property borders. The candidate will be expected to follow all Audubon safety guidelines and quality standards in maintenance of the gardens and grounds.
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The Public Program Educator is responsible for delivering environmental education programs to a broad range of audiences, including children and adults, in a variety of settings such as classrooms, nature refuges, libraries, and the Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium in Bristol, RI.
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Audubon is looking for enthusiastic and qualified candidates to help make the 2025 Audubon Summer Camp season a success! Positions are available in Bristol, RI and Seekonk, MA.
Available Positions Include:
• Camp Counselors
• Assistant Counselors
• Head Camp Counselor
• Assistant Camp Director
For more information, visit audubonsummercamp.com/work-with-us.
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The Weekend Naturalist works Saturdays and Sundays at Audubon’s Nature Center and Aquarium in Bristol, Rhode Island. This position is responsible for leading birthday parties, public programs, guided tours, nature walks, and interpreting indoor exhibits. The Naturalist will also assist in animal care, supporting the admissions and gift shop areas, assisting with special events and facility rentals, and answering questions on natural history and environmental topics.
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Audubon is looking for high school students, new graduates, and early college students interested in environmental careers, forestry, landscaping, or wildlife biology. The Youth Conservation League (YCL) works as a team on projects for Audubon as well as land trusts, towns and watershed groups around the state. Work will include controlling invasive plants, improving wildlife habitat, light carpentry such as signs and fences, native seed collection, community outreach, & more.
Available Positions Include:
• Crew Members
• Crew Leaders
For more information, visit asri.org/ycl.
Narragansett Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve (NBNERR)
NBNERR is a state-federal partnership program managed cooperatively between the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the State of Rhode Island’s Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM). The position(s) listed below are supported through a cooperative agreement with Audubon Society of Rhode Island.
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The Narragansett Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve (NBNERR) is seeking three (3) motivated individuals with expertise in the areas of project management and climate resilience to join a team focused on improving community and ecological resilience throughout Rhode Island.
