Employment & Internships

Current job postings

At Mississippi Valley Conservancy, we’re a team of passionate, driven individuals who care deeply about protecting the land, waters, and wildlife of Wisconsin’s Driftless Area. We are problem-solvers, nature lovers, and community builders who believe in the power of conservation to create lasting change. If you're looking for a meaningful career where your skills, enthusiasm, and dedication can help shape a healthier, more resilient future—for both people and nature—we’d love to hear from you.

 

Permanent Positions

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the environment? Do you enjoy working with people and contributing to a meaningful mission? If you are detail-oriented, organized, and collaborative, we have two exciting opportunities for you! There are currently two full-time positions open at the Conservancy, both offering the flexibility of working remotely some of the time, and some of the time at our La Crosse, Wisconsin office.

 

Community Engagement Coordinator

Help inspire people to care for the Driftless Area by connecting them with meaningful opportunities to volunteer, explore, and support conservation close to home. As Mississippi Valley Conservancy's Community Engagement Coordinator, you'll join a positive, collaborative team that believes relationships are at the heart of lasting conservation. We invest in our employees with a generous benefits package, professional development opportunities, and a workplace culture that values balance, respect, and well-being. Every day, you'll help build a stronger community of people working together to protect the lands, waters, and wildlife that make this region so special. If you're an organized communicator who loves bringing people together around a meaningful mission, we'd love to learn more about your skills and what you have to offer.

Read more about this position, the generous benefits package offered by the Conservancy, and how to apply HERE.

 

Stewardship Technician

Spend your days restoring prairies, protecting forests, working alongside dedicated landowners, and helping conserve the extraordinary landscapes of Wisconsin's Driftless Area for generations to come. As Mississippi Valley Conservancy's Stewardship Technician, you'll join a supportive, talented team that shares a passion for conservation, collaboration, and making a lasting difference—while enjoying meaningful work both outdoors and in the field. We believe caring for the land starts with caring for our people, which is why we offer a generous benefits package, professional development opportunities, and a workplace culture that values balance, respect, and well-being. Every day brings the opportunity to see the tangible results of your work, from healthier habitats and thriving wildlife to stronger relationships with the communities we serve. If you're looking for a career where your skills create lasting impact and your teammates inspire you to do your best work, we'd love to hear from you.

Read more about this position, the generous benefits package offered by the Conservancy, and how to apply HERE.

 

Internships

There are currently no internship positions open. Please check back throughout the year or watch for postings at local universities.

 

 

Find out what it is like to do an internship at the Conservancy. READ MITCHELL'S STORY

 

Kind words from prior interns:

"Interning at MVC has helped prepare me for a career in conservation. On top of learning about land management practices and plant identification through hands-on experiences, I’m walking away with great friends and an even greater appreciation for the Driftless region." ~ Danielle Hudson

"I spent my summer working with the Mississippi Valley Conservancy as part of an Individual Placement Program through WisCorps. Throughout this internship I gained valuable insight on conservation efforts within the driftless and was given the opportunity to apply many of those efforts within different properties and sites throughout southwest Wisconsin. This internship allowed me to grow in a way that will impact my future career and personal growth as I was given the opportunity to learn new things each day. The hands-on field experience that MVC provides is exceptional and will definitely assist me as I go on to pursue an environmentally oriented career." ~ Jaylen Vinney

"This internship was everything I expected and more. I had an absolute blast this summer. I learned so many new skills, from learning to chainsaw, to speaking with landowners, that will absolutely help me in my future career. I made lasting friendships and connections that were built through shared passions of caring for our environment. I am very grateful I was able to have the opportunity to work for Mississippi Valley Conservancy. It strengthened my yearning to pursue a career in land conservation, specifically at a land trust near the Driftless Region. The Driftless Region is a such unique and beautiful area, something I didn't realize I took for granted growing up until I moved away to college. I would recommend this internship to anyone interested in land conservation and working hard to protect this beautiful area!" ~ Riley Hubanks

"My four months at MVC were incredibly useful and fulfilling. I am currently a student at UW–La Crosse studying Environmental Science. During my internship, I worked on multiple GIS projects, which aligned closely with my GIS coursework at the university. This experience helped me excel in that class, and the knowledge I gained through the internship also allowed me to progress more quickly in my other environmental studies courses." - Gabriel Lewis