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Employment

Employment opportunities that make a difference for Wisconsin

The Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin provides sustainable funding for Wisconsin’s most imperiled species and public lands, while connecting generations to the wonders of Wisconsin’s lands, waters, and wildlife through conservation, education, engagement and giving. Our employment opportunities offer you a chance to work with us to protect and restore Wisconsin’s native landscapes and imperiled wildlife species, and connect people to our state’s natural heritage.

Current Employment Opportunities

Diversity in Conservation Internship

Applications are now closed for our 2024 cohort of the Diversity in Conservation Internship Program.

If you attend the University of Wisconsin-Madison, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, or Lawrence University, you can check this page in December 2024 for details on the upcoming application cycle for our 2025 cohort.

Volunteer with us!

Learn more about our volunteer opportunities.

The Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin is an equal opportunity employer. 

We are committed to making it possible for all Wisconsinites to connect with nature through outdoor experiences, and building a more accessible, diverse, and equitable conservation field in Wisconsin – starting with our own board, staff, and community of supporters and grantees.

We believe that conservation that truly values and empowers a diversity of voices, perspectives, and approaches will be better for both people and the planet. We welcome and strongly encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds, identities, and experiences to apply.

Shari Henning

Shari Henning

Director of Operations

(608) 409-3114
Sharil.Henning@WisConservation.org

Shari Henning (she/her) works to ensure NRF’s operational processes are running smoothly. Her main duties include human resources and benefits management, IT administration, endowment administration, assisting with implementing strategies to improve productivity, and building an enjoyable organizational culture.

Banner photo by Nate Fayram.