Wildlife Economy Research Intern

About the role

The School of Wildlife Conservation at ALU is launching a research project to map the scale and potential of Africa's wildlife economy. As a Wildlife Economy Research Intern, you will support the creation of country case studies, helping the team turn raw data into actionable insights.

Key responsibilities

• Collect, collate, and clean data from African country databases, reports, and literature.
• Analyse quantitative and qualitative information to assess the current status and growth potential of wildlife‑related economic activities.
• Prepare draft sections for case‑study reports, including visualisations and summary tables.
• Assist in designing social‑media graphics or short videos that communicate research findings.
• Present findings to the SOWC team and contribute to final report revisions.

Required profile

• Enrolled in or recent graduate of a programme related to environmental studies, economics, conservation, or a similar field.
• Strong attention to detail, organized work habits, and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent written communication and presentation skills.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with Google Sheets and Google Docs.
• Ability to perform data analysis, cleaning, and visualisation.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word for report drafting.