Tech & Outreach Intern (Digital Systems & Wildlife Conservation)

Internship Details

• Job Type: Internship / Training Program / Temporary
• Ability to commute: Required (Hybrid)
• Location: Hybrid (Remote + On-site) Chase Sanctuary & Wildlife Conservancy 6127 SE 122nd Blvd, Webster, FL 33597
• Must be available on-site 1–2 days per week
• Flexible schedule: 20–40 hours per week
• Internship duration aligned with academic requirements

About the Opportunity

Chase Sanctuary & Wildlife Conservancy is offering a hands-on, mission-driven Tech & Outreach Internship designed for students and recent graduates interested in technology, digital systems, and real-world problem solving within a nonprofit environment.

This is not a passive or observational role — interns take direct ownership of live systems, real data, and active projects that keep the sanctuary running. From managing the digital infrastructure to supporting public-facing outreach campaigns, Tech interns make a measurable impact from day one.

Interns work at the intersection of IT operations, digital marketing support, and content production — building skills that apply directly to careers in technology, systems administration, and digital communications.

About Chase Sanctuary

Chase Sanctuary & Wildlife Conservancy is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to rescuing exotic animals and advancing conservation through education, habitat development, and species preservation.

We care for 240+ animals across 70+ species and rely on a small, dedicated team to run day-to-day operations. The Tech & Outreach Intern plays a critical role in keeping our digital systems organized, functional, and effective so that our mission reaches more people and our team can focus on the animals.

What Makes This Internship Different

• Real ownership — interns manage live systems, not simulated projects
• Immediate impact in a small-team nonprofit environment
• Cross-functional exposure across IT, e-commerce, content, and data systems
• Direct collaboration with department leads and the executive team
• Work that directly supports wildlife conservation and education

Key Responsibilities

Core Tech Systems

• Administer and organize Google Drive as the organization's primary file system
• Manage Google Workspace accounts including inboxes, forwarders, shared access, and naming conventions
• Maintain and troubleshoot the WordPress website including links, content updates, and analytics
• Support setup, maintenance, and optimization of the Ecwid e-commerce platform
• Develop and maintain digital automations using tools such as Zapier, Airtable, and Google Workspace
• Provide technical troubleshooting for software, hardware, Wi-Fi, and connectivity issues
• Assist with setup of computers, printers, and basic networking equipment
• Support digital systems used during tours and events (TV screens, videos, connectivity)
• Maintain accurate documentation of systems, procedures, and integrations

Data & CRM Integrations

• Pull and upload visitor contacts from WaiverSign into Mailchimp for outreach campaigns
• Extract donor data from Ecwid (one-time donations, animal sponsorships) into the Donor Contact Sheet
• Pull Harness donor and SMS campaign contacts into the Donor Contact Sheet
• Ensure accurate data landing and list hygiene across all platforms

Outreach & Content Support

• Support the technical execution of outreach campaigns across all digital channels
• Take photos and videos for campaigns and events
• Help set up and run livestreams during sanctuary activities
• Assist with organizing and scheduling content for social media posting
• Support link tracking, analytics review, and campaign performance reporting
• Archive campaign assets and links upon completion

Active Projects (Current Cycle)

The following are real projects currently being executed by Tech interns. New interns will onboard into this pipeline and take ownership of ongoing or next-phase tasks.

• Google Drive Reorganization

Full reorganization of the sanctuary's Google Drive: cleaning folder structure, consolidating duplicates, eliminating outdated files, and improving discoverability across all departments. Includes collaboration with Outreach, Operations, and Admin to surface valuable buried resources.

• Continuous Streaming Project

Research and proposal for a continuous or long-duration live streaming solution for sanctuary animals. BarnOwl cameras have already been evaluated. The intern is responsible for identifying alternative hardware/software setups, comparing cost, reliability, and video quality, and presenting a recommendation. Final solution must integrate with YouTube and/or the sanctuary website.

• Public Phone Number Scrub

Systematic removal of the sanctuary's phone number from all public online directories, replacing it with info@chasesanctuary.org. Platforms include Google Business, Yelp, Florida Agritourism Association, and others discovered during the audit. Includes documentation of all changes and identification of auto-scraping sources.

• Website Troubleshooting & Content Updates

Ongoing WordPress maintenance including resolving 404 errors on financial statement pages, uploading and archiving newsletters, managing forwarding/tracking links, and supporting a broader website revamp focused on aesthetics and conversion.

• Campaign Integration Support

Technical support for outreach campaigns: ensuring destination pages and tracking links exist, contact capture flows into the correct systems, and all campaign assets are properly archived. Systems: WordPress, Ecwid, Harness, WaiverSign, Mailchimp, and analytics tools.

Training & Learning Experience

Interns receive structured, hands-on training in:

• Digital systems administration and Google Workspace management
• WordPress website management and analytics
• E-commerce operations via Ecwid
• CRM data flows and contact list management (Mailchimp, Harness, WaiverSign)
• Digital automation tools (Zapier, Airtable)
• Livestreaming setup and content production basics
• Campaign tracking and outreach analytics

Designed to prepare interns for future roles in:

• IT and systems administration
• Digital marketing and campaign operations
• Nonprofit technology and operations management
• Web development and UX/UI

Work Environment

This is a hybrid, self-directed internship with a mix of remote and on-site work:

• Remote work for most tech and administrative tasks
• On-site visits twice per week for hands-on technical projects
• 2–3 check-in meetings per week with the tech lead and team

Professional expectations include

• Strong follow-through and independent execution
• Clear communication across departments
• Willingness to learn new tools quickly
• Respectful, positive, and drama-free collaboration

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, UX/UI Design, Web Development, Digital Media, Systems Engineering, or a related field
• Basic knowledge of website platforms (WordPress, Wix, Ecwid, or similar)
• Familiarity with Google Workspace and cloud-based tools preferred
• Exposure to automation tools (Zapier, Airtable) is a plus
• Strong communication, time management, and self-discipline
• Reliable transportation for required on-site visits
• Minimum commitment of 4 months

What You Will Gain

• Direct ownership of real IT systems for a nonprofit organization
• Hands-on training in web management, automation, e-commerce, and data workflows
• Cross-functional exposure across tech, outreach, and operations
• Mentorship from experienced professionals in a mission-driven environment
• A portfolio of real projects with measurable outcomes
• Letter of recommendation upon successful completion of the full internship term

Time Off Policy

All time off must be requested and approved prior to the start of the internship. Unapproved absences may result in dismissal from the internship program.

How to Apply

Submit your resume through our application link: chasesanctuary.org/internship

Tipo de puesto: Medio tiempo, Temporal

Sueldo: $75.00 a la semana

Lugar de trabajo: Híbrido en Webster, FL 33597