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Current Opportunities


California Condor Internship 
Internship starts: August 1, 2022

Ventana Wildlife Society (VWS) is seeking enthusiastic, dedicated individuals to be a part of our California Condor Reintroduction Program in San Simeon, CA. VWS has been reintroducing endangered California condors to the central coast region since 1997 and currently monitors a flock of 90+ condors. VWS currently operates two release sites in the remote coastal mountains of Big Sur and San Simeon.

Position is primarily based out of San Simeon with some work in Big Sur. The position primarily involves releasing and monitoring captive/free-flying California condors utilizing radio telemetry, participating in supplemental food placements, nest observation, public education, as well as other flock management activities.

Interns will be provided field housing and will receive a stipend of $425 every two weeks. Field vehicles will be provided for all condor project related activities. Interns must possess their own means of transportation for non-work related/personal travel on days off.

Applicants must be comfortable spending extended periods of time in an isolated location with one other individual. Interns work an average of 40 hours/week, with some days exceeding 8 hours depending on program needs. The full internship runs from August 2022 through February 2023 (6 months). Schedule consists of 4 days on and 3 days off from August - November, then 5 days on and 2 days off from December - February. Start and end dates are somewhat negotiable. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable field experience with an endangered species while living on the breathtaking California central coast.

Applicants must have a clean driving record and be a U.S. Citizen. Preferred applicants will have:
  • BS Degree in Biological/Environmental related field of study
  • Prior bird/ornithological, interpretive, and/or field biology experience.
  • Valid driver's license and clean driving record
  • Experience with driving 4wd vehicles on dirt roads
  • Experience working outdoors in remote locations in inclement weather conditions
  • A knowledge of basic field safety and/or a CPR certificate
  • Good physical conditioning and the ability to hike in steep rugged terrain in inclement weather conditions.
  • Ability to safely lift and move carcasses in excess of 50-75 pounds.
  • Ability to handle rotten carcasses (not for the squeamish)
  • Outgoing personality with an interest in natural interpretation and sharing with the public
  • A strong interest in both avian research and restoration

Please submit cover letter and resume with three work related references to
Condor Biologist Darren Gross

For more information about the research, restoration and education activities of our organization, visit: www.ventanaws.org or @ventanawildlifesociety on instagram
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  • Who We Are
    • Bald Eagles - Our Beginning
    • Wildlife Sanctuaries
    • Annual Reports / Documents
    • Staff
    • Board of Directors
    • Employment
    • Contact Us
    • Media Coverage
  • Condors
    • Condor Cams
    • Zoom-Chats
    • Baby Condors
    • My Condor Bios
    • Condor Releases
    • Videos and Photos
    • Condor Threats
    • Condor Field Work
    • Vultures of the World
    • Artists Supporting Condors
  • Education
    • Youth Programs
    • Partner Programming
    • Bilingual Education
    • Nature Prescription Programs
    • Salud y Naturaleza
    • Inspirational Youth
  • Services
    • Ecological Services
    • Condor Presentations
  • Subscribe
  • How You Can Help
    • Donate >
      • Donate
      • Donate to Condor Recovery
      • Donate to Youth Education
      • Leadership Circle
    • Annual Membership
    • Adopt-A-Condor
    • Fund-A-Student
    • Big Sur Discovery Center
    • S'MORE in Big Sur
    • Events >
      • Annual Condor Fundraiser
    • Legacy Society
    • Our Supporters
    • Volunteer
    • Your Opinion Matters
  • Shop