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Defenders of Wildlife is a national, non-profit membership organization dedicated to the protection of all native animals and plants in their natural communities.

At Defenders of Wildlife, we focus our programs on what scientists consider two of the most serious environmental threats to the planet: the accelerating rate of extinction of species and the associated loss of biological diversity, and habitat alteration and destruction.

We work to protect and restore America’s native wildlife, safeguard habitat, resolve conflicts, work across international borders and educate and mobilize the public. We stand out in our commitment to saving imperiled wildlife and championing the Endangered Species Act, the landmark law that protects them.

Defenders seeks talented individuals dedicated to the conservation of our nation's wildlife and natural resources, and we offer our staff competitive salary and exceptional benefits. Defenders of Wildlife is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Legal Internships


California Program Associate »
This professional-level position is responsible for implementing assigned work plans for the California Program of Defenders of Wildlife.
Director of Human Resources »
The Director of Human Resources is responsible for developing and managing Defenders of Wildlife’s Human Resources (HR) programs.
Fall Law Clerk (D.C.) »
This position is designed to provide a wide range of legal experience relating to conservation issues of national significance, encompassing both litigation and policy advocacy on issues ranging from terrestrial and marine species conservation to federal lands management.
Senior Conservation Planner »
The Senior Conservation Planner works with Defenders staff, state and federal agencies, land trusts and other non-governmental organizations to develop and promote more strategic approaches to endangered species, wildlife and habitat conservation.
Vice President of Fundraising Technology and Operations »
The Vice President of Fundraising Technology and Operations is responsible for accurate and efficient flow of data and processes that are critical to Defenders’ integrated multi-channel marketing and fundraising activities.

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