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Help further our mission to protect, enhance and connect the Butler Trail at Lady Bird Lake for the benefit of all. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are critical priorities of The Trail Conservancy, and we encourage individuals of diverse backgrounds to apply for our open positions.

Interested in partnering with The Trail Conservancy for programming, in-kind donations, or other opportunities? Please email us!

we ARE HIRING

Ecological Restoration Intern

Join The Trail Conservancy this fall as an Ecological Restoration Intern and play a hands-on role in protecting and restoring the Butler Trail at Lady Bird Lake. You'll lead volunteer groups, coordinate cleanups, and work directly in Austin’s rain gardens, shorelines, and green spaces to support ecological restoration efforts. This paid position offers flexible hours, meaningful fieldwork, and the opportunity to make a visible impact on one of Austin’s most iconic natural areas. Read the job description below to see how to apply.

Application Deadline: August 8, 2025
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RFP & Partner Opportunities

Eastside Family Garden
Request for Qualifications: Artist

The Trail Conservancy is seeking an artist to join the design team for the Eastside Family Garden project in the Holly Shores area of the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail.

The artist will have the opportunity to co-create and ideate as part of the design team, collaborating with the landscape architects to create unique, historically informed, and artistic approaches to elements in the design development.

TEMPO on the Trail 2025-26
Request for Proposal: Public Art Administrator

The Trail Conservancy is seeking a qualified public art consultant to manage the execution of the 2025 TEMPO on the Trail temporary art exhibition artist call and installation. The selected consultant will guide the project from the artist open call through installation, serving as lead artist liaison.