DelNature Staff 2022 at Abbotts Mill

Join Our Team at Delaware Nature Society!

At Delaware Nature Society, we are dedicated to educating the public about the wonders of nature and supporting a healthy, biodiverse environment. By joining our team, you’ll have the opportunity to share your knowledge, creativity, and passion for the environment making a real difference in the world.

Why Work With Us?

Make an Impact: Work to promote environmental awareness and help others connect with nature.
Diverse Opportunities: We offer a variety of roles, including seasonal, part-time, and full-time positions.
Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dedicated and passionate team focused on conservation, education, advocacy and community engagement.
Support a Healthy Environment: Help protect the natural world and its biodiversity while educating others to do the same.

Available Positions

We have a variety of exciting job openings! Whether you’re interested in teaching, fieldwork, or administration there’s a role for you.

Seasonal Roles: Temporary positions ideal for those looking for short-term employment during peak seasons.
Part-Time Roles: Flexible opportunities with many or few hours depending on your availability. Great for individuals who want to work around other commitments, with hours that can be adjusted based on your schedule.
Full-Time Positions: Permanent positions for those looking for long-term career growth in a meaningful field.
Internships: Gain hands-on experience and build your career in environmental education, conservation, and sustainability. Internships are available in various departments and are perfect for students or recent graduates looking to start their career in the environmental sector.

Why Delaware Nature Society?

Mission-Driven: As part of our team, you’ll work to educate the public on environmental issues, conservation, and biodiversity.
Inspiring Work Environment: Be surrounded by a community of people who share your passion for nature.
Personal Growth: We offer training and opportunities to learn and grow professionally within the environmental sector.

Apply Now

Don’t miss the opportunity to make a difference and be part of our dedicated team. By clicking the link below, you will be redirected from the DelNature website to the DelNature job portal to explore available opportunities.  We look forward to hearing from you!

For any questions or assistance with your application, feel free to contact Tina Rydgren:


Organization Description

Delaware Nature Society’s (DelNature) mission is to connect people with the natural world to improve our environment through education, conservation, and advocacy. We envision a healthy and sustainable environment.  Founded in 1964, DelNature, a state affiliate for the National Wildlife Federation, is renowned for our educational programming, conservation, and advocacy. We provide the tools for communities to take action and promote the health of the environment through land preservation, wildlife protection, and watershed stewardship.

We manage over 2,000 acres of land, including four nature preserves, and operates four educational sites: Ashland Nature Center, Abbott’s Mill Nature Center, DuPont Environmental Education Center, and Coverdale Farm Preserve. Our organizational priorities are comprised of three pillars of engagement focused on:  Working & Natural Lands, Healthy Waters, and Protecting Habitats and Wildlife.

DelNature aspires to be inclusive multicultural organization that celebrates the rich dimensions of diversity and is committed to understanding and addressing where we fall short. Diversity creates an awareness of and acknowledges respect for differences and translates into understanding and valuing of each other’s perspectives. We are committed to building a diverse team and strongly encourage all who are qualified to apply.