How to Launch Your Dream Career in Conservation: A Guide for Students and Career Changers
 
Dreaming of a career in wildlife conservation but unsure where to start? Whether you’re a student, a science graduate, or looking to make a career change, this guide is designed to show you the way.
 
"How to Launch Your Dream Career in Conservation" is a step-by-step roadmap packed with actionable advice, real-world examples, and insider tips to help you break into this meaningful and rewarding field.
 
Here’s what you’ll learn:
✅ Pathways into conservation, with and without extra study.
✅ Inspiring examples of diverse conservation careers—from fieldwork to policy, research, education, and beyond.
✅ Where to find job opportunities in conservation and how to stand out as a candidate.
✅ An overview of licensing and practical requirements for working in conservation hotspots like South Africa, Central America, and Australia.
✅ How to leverage transferable skills to transition into conservation, no matter your background.
✅ Options for remote work in conservation.
 
I’ve created this guide to answer the questions I hear most often: “Where do I start?” “What jobs are out there?” “How do I find a path that’s right for me?”
 
After over a decade of working on the conservation frontlines, I know just how many opportunities there are—and how overwhelming it can feel to figure out your next steps. This guide is here to empower you with the tools, knowledge, and confidence you need to take action and launch a career you’ll love.