Project Associate - Wildlife Education and Outreach

Ataavi Bird Foundation is a non-profit and a CSR initiative of Zycus, focused on inspiring people, especially youth to reconnect with nature through birdwatching, citizen science, and conservation awareness. Through bird walks, college chapters, outreach events, and a mobile app, Ataavi is building a vibrant community of young nature enthusiasts across India.

We're looking for an energetic, outgoing, and creative individual who can expand Ataavi's outreach across cities and campuses. As a Management Trainee / Intern, your focus will be on launching new college chapters, initiating bird walks in new cities, onboarding local bird guides, and driving innovative promotion of the Ataavi app.

Note: This role is coordination and outreach-focused and does not involve fieldwork like long hours in forests or bird monitoring.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and onboard new colleges for Ataavi student chapters
• Engage local birders and nature clubs to initiate bird walks in new regions
• Recruit and coordinate with bird guides and community volunteers
• Promote the Ataavi app through creative campaigns, events, and partnerships
• Plan and execute fun, educational outreach efforts (competitions, challenges, webinars)
• Track and report outreach activities and growth across chapters and cities

Skills and Expertise

• Recent graduates or final-year students in Zoology, Environmental Studies, Life Sciences, Mass Communication, or related field
• Outgoing personality with strong interpersonal skill
• Excellent communication skills in English and at least one regional languag
• Self-driven and comfortable initiating conversations and partnerships
• Interest in birds, nature, or sustainability
• Experience with student clubs, social campaigns, or outreach is a plus

Note: Only candidates who are available to take up a full-time role immediately after the internship should apply

What You'll Gain:

• Real-world experience in wildlife education and outreach
• Opportunity to grow a national movement for nature and birding
• Mentorship from a mission-driven team of wildlife educators and conservationists
• Stipend and certificate of completion
• Potential to transition into a full-time role at Ataavi