Become a Volunteer!
​With over 30 properties throughout the County, SDHC offers members of the public the opportunity to learn and gain experience in habitat conservation. SDHC works with neighboring residents, students, clubs, business teams, and volunteer groups to perform educational outreach and maintenance activities.

​Volunteers often assist with activities at one of our many preserves, such as removal of trash and nonnative plants, planting native species, repairing preserve signs and fencing. Or simply accompany us on a monitoring visit to learn about San Diego's local ecosystems. Volunteers that join us in the field learn how to identify native plant species and communities, local birds, mammals, reptiles, and invertebrate, invasive plant species and treatment methods, and other conservation practices.

​Whether you are looking to gain experience in environmental conservation, give back to your community, or simply learn about local wildlife and plant species, volunteer with SDHC! Help protect San Diego's natural ecosystems by getting involved one of the ways below. We are happy to work with you to find a volunteer position that fits your experience and goals. See our Preserves page to find a preserve near you.

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Intern with SDHC!
​Student interns work with SDHC to fulfill academic requirements by assisting staff in the field and behind the scenes. Interns accompany staff on monitoring patrols, special surveys, and maintenance events, while helping with administrative tasks, such as, collecting and tracking data, reporting on activities, and researching and designing projects. 

SDHC regularly works with students from University of California San Diego, San Diego State University, High Tech High School, and more!​

How To Get Involved:

​If you would like to volunteer or intern with SDHC, contact Habitat Manager Vince Rivas at: VinceR@sdhabitat.org
All volunteers must fill out a volunteer form (or this one if under 18) before joining in the preserves.
Group forms are available upon request.

Become a Board Member!
SDHC is always looking for qualified individuals to join the Board of Directors. Board Members guide the organization and are ambassadors and advocates for the work done by SDHC to protect the sensitive habitats and species that are some of the rarest on earth. Typically we seek individuals with experience in the fields of management, business, environmental or natural sciences, land development, finance, fundraising, grant writing, education, real estate, public relations, or marketing to help lead SDHC. The primary attribute of a Board Member should be an enthusiasm for our mission and an eagerness to take on an active role in one of the Board’s committee areas (Land Management, Communications, or Budget & Finance). Click here for a full job description.

San Diego Habitat Conservancy
Phone: (619) 365-4839
​SDHC@sdhabitat.org