William W. McIntyre | Wyoming Outdoors Legacy Fellowship

ABOUT THE FELLOWSHIP

The William W. McIntyre Wyoming Outdoors Legacy Fellowship offers a unique opportunity for one University of Wyoming graduate student to gain hands-on experience in state conservation and energy policy each year. The fellow will work part-time with the Wyoming Outdoor Council have the opportunity to earn academic credit through an applied practicum and get experience working directly with policy advocates and lawmakers in the state. The fellowship is designed to be customizable and generally mirror the academic calendar with the goal of helping students find their voice on conservation issues affecting Wyoming and/or Tribal conservation on the Wind River Reservation. By tracking the full legislative process the fellowship participants will gain practical real-world experience in natural resource policy work to help them prepare for a successful career in conservation or natural resource policy. The deadline to apply for the Fall 2025 - Spring 2026 fellowship position is August 15th 2025.

How it Works

• The William W. McIntyre Fellow will be a part-time temporary non-exempt WOC employee for 2 academic semesters (fall/spring) with summer work prior to the fall semester being negotiable. The Fellow will work up to 10 hrs per week with a weekly salary of $400 and be eligible for a travel reimbursement up to $1500 per academic semester (15 weeks). Fellows will be encouraged to seek academic credit per University of Wyoming policy and specific department requirements for independent work study/externship.
• Fellows will work on up to three policy initiatives focused on protecting Wyomings environment outdoor legacy and quality of life for future generations and will gain real world experience on current projects with oversight from WOCs policy staff.
• The fellowships structure is designed to align with the UW academic calendar although this might differ slightly based on scheduled legislative meetings. The fellowship will culminate with the opportunity to attend and work with WOC staff at the legislative session in Cheyenne generally in the January to March timeframe.
• Fellows will likely have some opportunity to select policy topics aligning with their academic interest however in an attempt to keep this work practical and relevant the Fellows work portfolio will largely be driven by emerging policy conversations and actual topics being discussed by lawmakers.
• Fellows will present a summary of their work and policy contributions to WOC staff in the final semester of their fellowship. Fellows will also be responsible for submitting a short 1-2 page reflection to the Wyoming Outdoor Council on how this experience helped them find their voice for conservation and Wyomings outdoors.

Eligibility to Apply

• Qualified applicants will be graduate students currently enrolled in Masters or PhD programs through the University of Wyoming. (Students enrolled in online programs will also be considered although the applicant must be physically based in Wyoming).
• Applicants must commit to a minimum of 2 semesters (Fall/Spring) with an option for a third summer semester at the beginning of the Fellowship. (Note the 2025 - 2026 fellowship offering will only be for 2 semesters Fall 2025 /Spring 2026).
• Applicants must remain in good standing at the University and remain enrolled in their program through the course of their fellowship.
• Applicants must have a valid drivers license and a clean driving record.

HOW TO APPLY

The deadline to apply for the Fall 2025 - Spring 2026 fellowship position is August 15th 2025.

Interested students can apply through the following link. A short cover letter and an academic resume are required to apply.

Misti Haase at with any questions or if you need any accommodations in the application or interview processes (please put Fellowship in the subject.).

Applicants are encouraged to talk about their connection to Wyoming future career goals in policy or conservation related work and any policy issues that they are particularly passionate about in their application materials. WOC strongly encourages applicants from underrepresented groups to apply and please note you do not need to meet all the criteria listed in order to be considered for this position.

ABOUT WOC

The Wyoming Outdoor Council is the states oldest independent conservation organization. We advocate for Wyomings environment and communities using multiple knowledge systems and evidence-based practices to ensure comprehensive and long-term solutions.

We seek to enact lasting change that protects the land wildlife clean air and water we depend on meet people where they are ensure diverse perspectives are part of the conversation build coalitions and practice reciprocity.

The Outdoor Council is an equal opportunity employer. We prioritize fairness in salaries across the organization. We are committed to building a diverse staff board of directors and an organizational culture of equity & belonging where we live our values.

The scope of this positions responsibilities may change depending upon experience.

Our Values

• We are dedicated to protecting Wyomings environment and quality of life now and for future generations.
• In our conservation work we lead with humility. We value diverse perspectives. We are solutions oriented.
• In our words and actions we contribute to a respectful and equitable workplace where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging.
• We seek creative solutions to tough problems. We are flexible and willing to change course if something isnt working.
• With kindness and honesty we communicate directly. We respond to feedback with openness and a growth mindset.

ABOUT WILLIAM McINTYRE

Dr. William W. McIntyre Dr. Mac was a lifelong advocate for protecting Wyomings environment and quality of life now and for future generations. He encouraged folks to slow down and take in the beauty of what we have around us in Wyoming. Through his support the Wyoming Outdoor Council was able to make an unprecedented investment into building out an organizing team to help Wyoming citizens find their voice for Wyomings environment. This fellowship is dedicated to continuing those efforts and to helping next generations of conservation leaders find their voice for Wyomings can learn more about the impact of Dr. Macs vision in this short video here.