- PROGRAMS
- IBP Programs Home Page
- MAPS - Monitoring Avian Productivity
and Survivorship - MoSI - Monitoring Overwinter Survival
- Regional Science and Conservation Programs
- Regional Science and Conservation Programs Home
- Sierra Nevada Science and Conservation Program
- Sierra Nevada Science and Conservation Program Home
- Birds and Forest Management
- Birds and Fire
- Birds of Sierra Nevada National Parks
- Conserving Sierra Nevada Birds of Prey
- Willow Flycatcher Conservation
- Restoring Montane Meadows and
Riparian Habitat - Monitoring Birds at California's
Vehicular Recreation Areas - Pacific Northwest Science and Conservation Program
- Southwest Science and Conservation Program
- Pacific Islands Science and Conservation Program
- Pollinator Ecology and Conservation
- Molt and Plumage Studies
- Bird Bander Training
- Burrowing Owl Research and Monitoring
JOBS
Help Us Monitor Bird Populations
IBP monitors birds for conservation and research using a wide variety of survey techniques, including mist netting, point counts, nest monitoring, and telemetry. Each year we offer crew leader and volunteer technician positions on interesting projects around the US. For the spring/summer of 2025, we have the openings listed below.
**Note: All positions are open until filled. Many positions fill quickly, so apply as soon as possible.**
Crew Leader Positions (supervisory role; hourly pay + free housing)
Diurnal Raptor Surveys
Field Technician Positions (non-supervisory role; hourly pay + free housing)
Nocturnal Raptor Surveys
Diurnal Raptor Surveys
Entry-level Field Technician Positions (classified as volunteer; per diem and housing provided)
Bird Banding
Assistant Bird Banders (3) - Bird-banding with the MAPS Program, Yosemite National Park, California
Photo Credits: Top of Page, Jade Ajani; Right column photos: IBP, Alma Schrage
COMMENTS
Crew Member Testimonial Video
What some of our past volunteer technicians have said
"I learned a lot in this single summer and through it all, I realized that this is what I want to do with my life ... I really enjoyed being a part of this experience ... Thank you for giving me this experience which will take me far in my academic endeavors."
"This was a crash course in backpacking and field work. I was bitten and smitten and have returned to IBP each summer since ... I feel privileged to work with its employees, who are incredibly patient and generous with their knowledge and have instilled a lifetime passion in me."
"I completely enjoyed my summer ... and I cannot believe how much I learned."
