Science Superstars: Careers in Environmental Science & Conservation

All secondary schools in Australia are invited to join Bush Heritage Australia for Science Superstars: Careers in Environmental Science & Conservation.

On the eve of National Careers Week, this virtual event offers the opportunity for senior secondary school students to connect with, learn from and be inspired by professionals in the fields of environmental science and conservation. In sharing their experiences, insights and passions, our presenters from the Bush Heritage team will provide valuable information and advice about career pathways and opportunities and the benefits of working in this important field.

With a greater focus on the importance of environmental protection, tackling the climate crisis and halting biodiversity loss, there is a rising demand and a burgeoning depth within the environment and conservation sector. The environmental challenges we face call for more passionate, intelligent and tenacious people to join the ranks of ecologists, conservation officers, environmental scientists, wildlife officers, environment and sustainability consultants and so many others who are stepping up to combine their talents.

Using personal stories, experiences in learning and education and examples of project work to illustrate their journey, our presenters will provide an overview of their professional life and the rewards on offer for students interested in similar careers.

OUR PRESENTERS

Jessica Stingemore

Jessica’s joined Bush Heritage in 2020. Having completed a PhD in conservation genetics, her ultimate goal has always been to apply her knowledge, skills and passion to make a meaningful contribution to the conservation of Australian biodiversity and natural landscapes.  Jessica has enjoyed an ever-evolving career and is now focused primarily on natural resource management and community engagement at Charles Darwin Reserve in Badimia Country.

Nick Outram 

Nick started with Bush Heritage as an intern a year ago within our Strategy & Growth team. He is now a Data Scientist working between Natural Capital in Agriculture projects that improve our and our capability to measure ecological condition and our agricultural partner’s understanding of their ecology on their properties. At university he graduated with a dual Bachelor of Economics and Science (Mathematics) (Honours) from University of Queensland.

Annabelle Smith

Annabelle joined Bush Heritage in April 2023, starting as an intern contributing to environmental condition assessments on agricultural land. She has a dual background in Science and Law and is currently the Legal Officer at Bush Heritage. Annabelle completed a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) and a Bachelor of Science (Honours), majoring in Ecology and Conservation Biology at Monash University. 

OUR HOST

Alysha van Eyk 

Alysha joined Bush Heritage in 2020 and currently works in the Seeding the Future team supporting student placements across Australia in addition to interns in the South-East region. Alysha previously worked in Natural Resource Management and habitat restoration after completing a Bachelor of Science and is currently completing a Master of Environmental Management from Charles Sturt University. Alysha lives in Naarm Melbourne, Victoria.

Event times

VIC, NSW, ACT, TAS, QLD: 11.30am - 1.00pm 

SA, NT: 11.00am - 12.30pm 

WA: 9.30am - 11.00am

Please direct any questions to Alysha van Eyk.