The Nature Conservancy

What we do between now and 2030 will determine whether we avoid the worst impacts of climate change, conserve enough habitat to slow down species loss, and safeguard people.

Our planet faces the interconnected crises of rapid climate change and biodiversity loss. We have years, not decades, to address these existential threats.

The science is clear: We must act now to halt catastrophic climate change and biodiversity loss. What we do between now and 2030 will determine whether we slow warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius—the level scientists agree will avoid the worst impacts of climate change.

Our actions will also determine whether we conserve enough land and water to slow the rapid acceleration of species loss. If we do both, we will safeguard people from the disastrous effects of these crises.

So much can occur in a single lifetime. Three-quarters of the carbon dioxide emissions driven by humans have occurred since 1950. We have seen a nearly 70% average decline in birds, amphibians, mammals, fish, and reptiles since just 1970.

There is no time for delay. Join us and together, we can find a way. 

We are an organization that is known for its strong mission and unique set of values. We offer an environment with a strong organizational culture and highly value our people understanding that they are the heart of our work.

Our work environment is very supportive of our staff. We offer flexible policies that support work-life balance, including flexible work schedules, comprehensive insurance, paid leave, retirement savings plan and career development opportunities - just a few other reasons why this is a great place to work!

We work worldwide and continue to expand our reach throughout Africa, Australia, Asia, Caribbean, Central America, Europe, South America, and North America. We work with local governments, communities, and partner organizations, sharing our science-based and collaborative methods to ensure that the needs of each region and its people are best met.

The Nature Conservancy is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in its workforce and the communities we serve.  

Under the leadership of our Chief Global Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer, James Page Jr., TNC is working on the following DEI initiatives:

- Designs and helps to implement our global strategy.
- Advises on incorporating diversity and inclusion into internal functions
- Engages with new constituencies and partners, including indigenous cultures.
- Consults on building conservation capacity that is sensitive to culture, gender and other differences.
- TNC Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) cultivate an inclusive workplace and organizational culture; help to empower and amplify a diverse and equitable workforce; raise awareness of issues faced by under-represented employees; and help TNC address systemic problems facing communities across TNC’s global footprint. The ERGs leverage the talent and wisdom that colleagues from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences bring to TNC.

Our ERGs support organizational effectiveness and innovation, broaden the constituency for conservation and ultimately, improve conservation outcomes for people and nature across the globe. Every ERG is open to people of different identities and lived experiences. Constituents and allies are all welcome. Check out our video for more insight.

We're proud to have launched our first annual DEIJ (diversity, equity, inclusion and justice) report in 2022! Download it to read stories and hear actionable changes TNC employees contribute to this work: diversity and inclusion section on our company website.

We are proud to offer a work environment that is supportive of the health, wellness, and flexibility needs of the people we employ. These typically include (subject to availability) *

- Comprehensive Health Coverage
- Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- Adoption, surrogacy, and assisted conception benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Business Travel Accident insurance
- Crisis Fund for Colleagues
- Support tools for parents who are raising children with learning, social and behavioral challenges (diagnosed or undiagnosed)
- Resources for financial wellness
- Support for emotional and physical well-being
- Flexible Work Arrangements such as telecommuting, flextime, and compressed work weeks
- Annual, personal, and sick leave; additional leaves based on local mandates and standards
- Paid holidays
- Paid parental leave
- Retirement benefit that typically includes an employer match of 8% after one year of service (or if not available, taxable stipend of 8% per pay period after one year of service).
- Learning & development opportunities and classes

At The Nature Conservancy, we believe that learning is smart conservation. When employees expand their knowledge and develop new professional skills, they help the Conservancy adapt to change and meet the challenges ahead. This is why we offer new employee on-boarding sessions as well as a variety of classroom and online training focused on professional, functional management and leadership development.

All of our employees have access to a Learning Management System that allows them to take online, self-paced courses with external vendors like eCornell, LinkedIn Learning, cegos and Globesmart. We  offer a Leadership Development Program which prepares our leaders to succeed in their roles. This program consists of four tiers, each providing a multidisciplinary curriculum that targets the specific development needs of leaders based on their levels of responsibility and accountability.

We also have a specialized project management training HET (highly effective teams) that help employees gain the skills they need to thrive in collaborative spaces. There are also trainings to support well-being at work, setting performance goals and having career conversations to grow within the organization. Learning is an endless journey!

Become a nature ally! We are all part of this beautiful, living planet. Volunteering for nature is a way to give back in reciprocity and is an expression of gratitude to the natural world and all it provides for us. There are also many other benefits to volunteering for conservation:

- Spending time outside in nature can also help improve your mental and physical health.

- Volunteers learn about local nature, the conservation field, and have the opportunity for personal growth while connecting with others in their community who want to make a difference.

- Volunteers can earn community service hours or bring friends and family to bond in nature over shared experiences.

Some of our volunteer activities take place in areas not open to the general public, giving our valued volunteers access to otherwise closed preserves and natural areas.

Volunteers provide critical skills and expertise on our projects that improve the whole community. For example, on preserves and partner natural areas, volunteers are restoring and maintaining diverse habitats, making them resilient in the face of climate change impacts – helping people, plants, animals and other organisms adapt to warmer temperatures and extreme weather.

Find a volunteer opportunity by visiting your state’s event page. Each individual volunteer opportunity lists information on how to get involved, including whether any prep (such as signing forms or traveling to a specified location) is required. Volunteer opportunities are based on conservation needs and capacity. If the area in which you would like to volunteer is not listed, contact the TNC office directly to see what opportunities might be available. Volunteer opportunities may or may not be available with our projects in countries abroad; if you are interested in volunteering outside the United States, please contact our office in that region for more information.

We’re building a future where people and nature thrive! By maximizing our ability to effect change between now and 2030, we can shape a brighter future for people and our planet. We know we will only achieve our Mission by hiring and engaging a diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we work. We’re committed to a fair and equitable recruitment process and encourage qualified applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and identities to apply.

Check out our video for an overview of the application process! To view our current job postings, visit our application site https://careers.nature.org/. Once you have found a posting (s) of interest there is a 7-step process starting with uploading your materials for consideration. From there, our technology will parse your information into the application, and you’ll have the chance to make any edits. We have helpful video tutorials and frequently asked questions on our recruitment page within our career page should you have any questions about the application process.