At a Glance
- Tasks: Help nature recover by processing data and supporting the Ecology Team.
- Company: Join a passionate team at BBOWT dedicated to wildlife conservation.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, generous leave, and wellbeing initiatives.
- Other info: Inclusive culture encouraging diverse applicants and personal development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on British wildlife while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Basic wildlife identification skills and a passion for conservation.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
The Ecology Intern will help nature recover by processing and analysing surveying data, providing general admin support to the Ecology Team and helping collect rigorous ecological survey data from nature reserves. The role sits within the Ecology Team, within our Land Management Directorate.
Contract: Fixed Term for 12 months
Hours: 14 hours per week. Flexibility in working pattern, in agreement with line manager
Location: Compass House, Farmoor, Oxford, with some home working. Travel to BBOWT nature reserves as required.
What you’ll be doing:
- Take a lead in data entry of ongoing survey data collected from BBOWT nature reserves
- Assist in analysing survey data and report writing
- Provide general administration support to the Ecology Team, such as logging survey data, archiving and scanning survey data, proof reading reports etc
- Undertake simple survey work on BBOWT nature reserves as per the annual survey work plan
- Assist the ecology team with more skilled survey work
What we’re looking for:
- A team player who will work well with the existing Ecology Team and interact positively with members of the public and volunteers
- Someone with basic UK wildlife identification skills
- Someone with skills and knowledge to carry out ecological surveys
- Someone with an interest in British Wildlife/Conservation
This post will be DBS checked at basic level. A criminal conviction will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining the position. BBOWT will not unfairly discriminate on the basis of criminal convictions.
Benefits:
- Generous annual leave entitlement with paid birthday leave, balance days, urgent personal business leave and generous occupational sick pay
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, and family-friendly policies
- Flexible working to achieve work-life balance
- Salary exchange pension with generous employer contribution
- Wellbeing initiatives including qualified Mental Health First Aiders, YuLife benefit package - access to immediate and confidential help for any work, health, or life matters; 3x life assurance, online GP access, discounts and trade YuCoin points for gift cards
- Salary sacrifice Cycle scheme & Electric Vehicle scheme
- Membership to BBOWT’s, and The Wildlife Trusts’, Staff Network Groups for social interaction, peer support, mentoring and personal development
Closing time and date for applications is 11.59pm on Tuesday, 25 August 2026. Interviews will take place 2 September with second interviews on 8 September.
BBOWT values diversity and inclusion and the benefits this brings. We want every candidate to have the best chance of success as part of this process. In order to do this, we know that some candidates will need reasonable adjustments. Contact us on recruitment@bbowt.org.uk if there are any reasonable adjustments we can provide during the recruitment process, including completing your application.
We want our people to be as diverse as nature, so we particularly encourage applications from people who are underserved within the communities in which we operate. This includes people from visible ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities (including those who are neurodivergent), the LGBTQ+ community, those from lower socio-economic backgrounds, and younger people. We are committed to creating an organisation that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities.
Ecology Intern in Oxford employer: The Berks, Bucks and Oxon Wildlife Trust
At BBOWT, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that values diversity and encourages personal growth. As an Ecology Intern based in the beautiful surroundings of Farmoor, Oxford, you will not only contribute to vital conservation efforts but also enjoy flexible working arrangements, generous leave entitlements, and access to wellbeing initiatives that prioritise your health and happiness. Join our passionate team and make a meaningful impact while developing your skills in a nurturing environment.
Contact Details:
The Berks, Bucks and Oxon Wildlife Trust Recruitment Team
