Institute for International Conservation (IIC) Staff - M. Akresh [Work Study]

Start Date: 8/25/2025
End Date: 5/1/2026
Number of Positions: 2, see below
Hours per Week: 30
Weekends Required: No
Evenings Required: No

Supervisor: Mike Akresh 

Alternate Supervisor: Amy Roy

This position allows for remote work Yes/No: Yes

Percentage of time that could be remote (0-100%): 80%, see below.

Method to assess remote work: Supervisor will be in weekly communication with the student to monitor that the work is being completed. Supervisor will track completed tasks. See below outcomes.

• Job Description
• The Institute for International Conservation (IIC) will be hiring new staff.
• The staff will play a pivotal role in IIC to liaise with the local, regional, and international community to cultivate partnerships and develop opportunities for AUNE students.
• Responsibilities include working to expand and strengthen the relationships that IIC has with affiliate international organizations (2 hours/week), building relationships with local and regional organizations (3 hours/week), and building on the database for international internships, jobs, and research/service opportunities (5 hours/week).
• We plan to conduct more fundraising this coming year with local businesses (5 hours/week).
• The staff will also assist with projects such as website updates, social media, coffee orders, and webinars (10 hours/week).
• Lastly, staff may assist with international research and/or service projects being conducted by the Co-Directors of the IIC (5 hours/week).

Qualifications

• Applicants should have:

  • Strong communication skills and attention to detail
  • Ability and interest in working independently and in a team
  • Interest in international conservation
  • Federal work study funds
  

How to Apply: Send a short cover letter of interest and your CV to Mike Akresh.

Email: [email protected]

Position Type: Work Study

Department: ES