Internship · National Geography and The Nature Conservancy
Community Conservation, Data Visualization, and Mapping Externship
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- United States · Remote
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The National Geographic Society and The Nature Conservancy are offering a free, remote externship for young adults. Key DetailsTarget Audience: Anyone aged 18 to 25 years old. Duration: 8 weeks (approximately 10 hours per week). Format: 100% remote online program.Stipend: $500 paid upon completion. BenefitsPractical training with Esri GIS data tools. Local community research project creation. A professional StoryMap portfolio piece. Direct mentorship from conservation experts.Important DatesApplication Deadline: August 30, 2026 Program Start: September 14, 2026
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An Opportunity that pays $500 stipend: Conservation Data & Mapping Externship (National Geographic x The Nature Conservancy) Hey everyone! Sharing an opportunity I think a lot of us in this community would benefit from. National Geographic Society and The Nature Conservancy have opened applications for a free 8-week remote Externship focused on conservation data, GIS mapping, and science storytelling, open to anyone aged 18-25. What you'll get out of it: Hands-on training with Esri GIS tools (industry standard) A real, location-based research project in your own community A portfolio-ready StoryMap you can use for job/grad school applications $500 stipend on completion Direct mentorship from experts at two major conservation orgs It's fully remote, about 10 hours/week, and a great fit if you're interested in environmental work, data visualization, or just want a strong credential to add to your CV. 📅 Applications close August 30, 2026 🚀 Program starts September 14, 2026 Happy to answer questions if anyone's on the fence about applying! About The National Geographic Society & The Nature Conservancy National Geographic Society is a global nonprofit organization that uses the power of science, exploration, education, and storytelling to illuminate and protect the wonder of our world. Since 1888, the Society has pushed the boundaries of exploration, investing in bold people and transformative ideas, providing more than 15,000 grants for work across all seven continents, reaching 3 million students each year through education offerings, and engaging audiences worldwide through signature experiences, stories, and content. The Nature Conservancy is a global environmental nonprofit working to create a world where people and nature can thrive. The Conservancy protects the lands and waters on which all life depends by boldly addressing the biodiversity and climate crises of the next decade. By maximizing our ability to affect change between now and 2030, The Nature Conservancy believes we can shape a brighter future for people and our planet.
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What it offers
$500 Stipend Students who successfully complete their externships will receive their educational stipends at the end of the program. This stipend is provided to offset internet and technology costs required for program completion.
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