Internships

Mitchell Lake Audubon Center participates in the Federal Work Study Partnership Program through Texas A&M University - San Antonio and the Alamo Community Colleges to provide paid internships via the university in the areas of Conservation, Education, and Marketing. Please contact the Experiential Learning Center at your school or university to see if you qualify.

We provide internships for university credit on a case-by-case basis. The student is responsible for coordinating with their university. Contact the center at MLAC@audubon.org with the email subject "Internship for Credit" if interested.

Seasonal Positions

PT Seasonal Education Assistant

The Seasonal Education Assistant will be working with Education Staff to assist in delivering school and community education programs, attending community outreaches, and related daily operations of Mitchell Lake Audubon Center. The programs occur during the school day, 8 am-1 pm, Tuesday- Friday. The Education Assistant must be able to commit to at least two days per week, Tuesday-Friday, and must be available to teach between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. Education Assistants are also expected to work at least one Saturday per month.

This seasonal position is paid at $15.00 per hour, scheduled for approximately 20 hours per week.

For more info and to apply, Click Here.

Seasonal Site Host

Are you interested in Camp Hosting at Mitchell Lake Audubon Center? This season, this year or sometime further down the road, Mitchell Lake needs your help and welcomes RVer’s willing to work.

Mitchell Lake Audubon Center is a 1,200-acre wildlife refuge located in south San Antonio, TX. The property is owned by the local water utility, San Antonio Water System (SAWS), and managed by the National Audubon Society. The historic Leeper House serves as its visitor center, with a small education pavilion on the property. The site includes 7.5 miles of both walking and/or driving trails. The center and the surrounding grounds are open year-round and attracts visitors from all over the world. Being a part of the Audubon team means making a difference for conservation. The Site Host position at Mitchell Lake Audubon Center is a part-time, seasonal position assisting with essential opening, end of day, and after hours functions related to guest safety, facility support, and security. Site Hosts support the center and staff in a multitude of ways, including by ensuring all visitors have left the property at the close of business hours and securing the gates and parking lot. 

Site Hosts at Mitchell Lake have the opportunity to apply for a three (3) month minimum to six (6) month maximum contract. Hosts are expected to work of 5 – 10 paid hours per week, per person and approximately thirty (30) volunteer hours are highly recommended in the areas of education, resource management, and/or maintenance. Volunteer hours my be split if two individuals Host together in one (1) RV. Hosts may work additional hours if desired and if needed by the center, but more than ten (10) paid hours is not required. 

To request to be a part of our Team, please complete our Site Host Request Form, linked below. Hosts must be at least 18 years of age, pass a criminal background check, and meet the requirements listed above.

APPLY TO BE A SITE HOST

Permanent Positions

FT Engagement Assistant

Mitchell Lake Audubon Center is seeking a qualified individual to fulfill the role of Engagement   Assistant. This position will assist staff in various capacities including but not limited to administrative duties related to programs, volunteers, and center visitors; community outreach and engagement opportunities; center customer service and social media.

This is a full-time position up to 40 hours per week, with weekend work hours required. This position is an on-site position located at Audubon TX – Mitchell Lake. Compensation: $15.25 - $17.00 / hour

For more info and to apply, Click Here.

Additional Career Opportunities throughout the National Audubon Society, including the centers in the Dallas area, can be found HERE.