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Careers with Born Free

We employ a wide variety of staff with a range of expertise. Our policy, rescue & care, education and conservation staff are hard at work taking action for wild animals in need. They are supported by colleagues with extensive experience in administration, finance, marketing, and fundraising.

Our administration and finance departments provide membership support and process donations. Our communications, PR and fundraising teams develop our campaigns and handle our communications, while our partnerships team works with corporate partners and sponsors.

All current vacancies will be displayed on this page with details of how to apply.

Born Free is an equal opportunities employer.

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EU & International Policy Student Volunteer

Time commitment: 25 hours per week preferred, for 2-3 months starting in September (negotiable to fit academic schedule)

Salary: This is an unpaid voluntary position, but out of pocket expenses will be reimbursed.

Location: The position is home-based remote working, with regular virtual meetings with key contacts within Born Free.

Born Free is looking for an ambitious, forward-thinking and enthusiastic volunteer who possesses a keen interest in conducting institutional research, compiling and analysing data to support Born Free’s external stakeholder engagement and policy advocacy initiatives at EU and international level.

The ideal candidate will be currently enrolled in a bachelor’s and/or master’s degree, or equivalent, in EU affairs/law/international relations/public policy or a related field, and will have strong research, communications and writing skills, excellent organisational and analytical skills, and be able to work independently and proactively.

You will have the opportunity to:

  • Develop your skills, build your portfolio and grow your professional network
  • Make a meaningful contribution to promoting wildlife conservation
  • Develop experience in EU and international policy advocacy, project management and wildlife protection
  • Be part of a passionate, supportive team.

Interested candidates should submit a CV and cover letter as soon as possible to adeline@bornfree.org.uk and elodie@bornfree.org.uk. Please use “Born Free Policy Volunteer” in the email subject line.

Deadline to submit applications: 20 August 2024. Candidates are encouraged to apply early as applications will be processed on a rolling basis.

Please note that your application will only be considered if you are enrolled as a student for the entire duration of the internship. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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