At a Glance
- Tasks: Support environmental projects, engage the public, and monitor aquatic ecosystems.
- Company: Galloway Fisheries Trust, a conservation charity dedicated to protecting fish habitats.
- Benefits: Earn £13.45 per hour, gain hands-on experience, and work outdoors.
- Other info: Perfect for recent graduates in conservation or environmental studies.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in conservation while developing your skills in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Must be fit, motivated, and aged 25 or under with a valid driving licence.
The predicted salary is between 13.45 - 13.45 £ per hour.
A paid internship is available from July to December 2026 (26 weeks) to work with Galloway Fisheries Trust supporting various work programmes.
Galloway Fisheries Trust is a conservation charity working on fish populations, their habitats and water quality across the freshwaters of Galloway. The successful applicant will be involved in delivering various environmental work, working closely with GFT Biologists.
Key items of work that the intern will assist with delivering:
- Riverwoods development work to expand riparian woodlands (A Riverwoods Blueprint Project)
- Organising and running public engagement events
- Eel trapping, monitoring and relocation work on the lower Dee
- Undertaking various environmental surveys including fish, invertebrate and habitat monitoring
- Habitat restoration including a river realignment project on the Luce
- A new salmon fish counter project
- Understanding impacts of renewable energy schemes on aquatic ecology
- Surveying and controlling invasive non-native plant species
- Understanding impacts of climate change on habitats and how to increase resilience in ecological systems
- Education work
The candidate must be fit, motivated, hardworking and willing to work outdoors during all weather conditions. There may be a requirement to undertake some lone working from time to time. A full valid driving licence is required. The position will be based at Newton Stewart in Dumfries and Galloway.
This full time, fixed term intern post is a wonderful opportunity for a recent graduate with a conservation or environmental degree. It is a funding condition that the intern must be a young person aged up to and including 25 years old. Salary will be £470.75 a week.
Closing date for applications is noon on 28th May 2026. Face to face interviews plan to be held on the 3rd June 2026 in Newton Stewart.
To apply please send a CV and covering letter addressed to Heather Ridgway at Fisheries House, Station Industrial Estate, Newton Stewart, Wigtownshire, DG8 6ND.
This internship is supported by Glenkens Community & Arts Trust, Cultural Glenkens, Riverwoods and The National Lottery Heritage Fund thanks to National Lottery players.
Internship Opportunity Galloway Fisheries Trust employer: CatStrand
Galloway Fisheries Trust is an exceptional employer for those passionate about conservation and environmental work, offering a unique opportunity to engage in meaningful projects that directly impact local ecosystems. With a supportive work culture that encourages collaboration with experienced biologists and a focus on professional growth, interns will gain invaluable hands-on experience while contributing to vital conservation efforts in the beautiful Dumfries and Galloway region. This internship not only provides competitive pay but also fosters a sense of community and purpose, making it an ideal choice for recent graduates eager to make a difference.
