We're Hiring Student Workers
We're hiring three excellent student workers this Fall.
We're excited to announce that we're hiring three excellent student workers (undergraduate or graduate) this Fall 2025.
Please share with the students in your life - applications should be submitted by October 19, 2025 to be given priority consideration!
Biodiversity Policy Research Specialist (RISE Internship)
This position offers hands-on experience in environmental policy research and analysis while building the Lovejoy Center's institutional capacity for ongoing policy monitoring. The successful candidate will focus on documenting and tracking biodiversity conservation policies affecting the Tucson-Sonoran Desert region, with opportunities to expand into an transnational comparative analysis.
This RISE Internship is a collaboration between the Lovejoy Center and AIR Education Initiatives. Learn more about the Resilience Internships and Student Experiences (RISE) program within the Arizona Institute for Resilience (AIR) here.
Digital Archives Research Specialist
This position offers a unique opportunity to conduct comprehensive archival research on prominent conservation biologist Thomas Lovejoy, documenting his contributions to environmental science and his connections to the Lovejoy Center's mission. The successful candidate will develop essential research skills while contributing to the preservation of important scientific and institutional history. This position will collaborate with the Communication Specialist to identify storytelling opportunities for social media, website, and newsletter channels.
Communications Specialist
This position is ideal for students interested in social media strategy, nonprofit communications, and cross-team collaboration. The Communications Specialist will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive communication strategies across multiple platforms to enhance the Lovejoy Center's visibility and engagement. In addition to independent work, this position will collaborate with all center staff to highlight a variety of content, from policy memos to archival photos and more.