Hello everyone! My name is Kayla Osborne, I’m from Gilbertsville, PA, and I’m thrilled to introduce myself as the new Mary Louise and Eberhard Faber Intern here at North Branch Land Trust. I’m currently a student at King’s College, expecting to graduate this spring with a major in Environmental Sustainability Studies and a minor in Management.
At North Branch Land Trust, I will be collaborating with the Director of Marketing and Development. Together, we’re making some creative social media, project campaigns and infographics to spread the word about what North Branch Land Trust does and inspire the public in seeing the beauty in nature around us.
I’ll also be working with the Senior Director of Conservation and Operations, learning more about conservation easement monitoring and documenting, as well as the hands-on experience in the field work associated with the conservation easements. This internship provides me with an amazing opportunity to gain the skills and knowledge I need to build a career in conservation as well as apply my knowledge in marketing and design.
In these first few weeks, I have already learned so much. I see the importance of the role that North Branch Land Trust plays. Particularly in their attention to detail when forming and creating the conservation easements. We understand how crucial it is that the vocabulary is clear and concise for any reader to understand. Because these agreements are to withstand the test of time to continue to protect the land. Which this very fact just kind of blows my mind.
Beyond my internship, I am busy with a few activities on campus. I’m the Vice President of the Environmental Club, where I’m leading a project close to my heart: a plant library aimed at promoting mental health. Think of it as a public library, but for plants. It’s a space for students and faculty to exchange their house plants, and it’s been awesome seeing how much support we’ve gotten, especially from professors who’ve donated clippings from their office plants. I also work as a student aid in the Alumni office as well as the Yearbook Layout and Design Editor in Chief. Looking ahead for after I graduate, I am planning to get my GIS certification, as I believe it will not only expand my skills but also be valuable in my future career in conservation. This is just the first step in that process.
At North Branch Land Trust, I’m proud of the role I’m playing in conservation efforts and in getting our message out through social media and community involvement. My work here aligns perfectly with my passion for protecting the planet and my career goals in conservation. I thank you and look forward to these next steps in my career.
