John Simcox

About John Simcox

I believe I can make a change in the world. I live and breathe that ideology. I push myself to the limits and take chances few are willing to take. I strive for the best while keeping a level head, but I am never afraid to reinvent myself. I firmly believe that one person can make a ripple that will last long past their lifetime. I want to be the change that future generations can look back and identify. My passion is wildlife and connecting communities to the beauty that surrounds them. Wildlife conservation is an intricate topic and being able to enlighten the public on the threats that our planet’s wildlife faces daily is imperative. However, I also firmly believe that wildlife conservation and human rights sit directly adjacent to one another. If we can work to solve human rights issues such as hunger, clean water, wage equality, and healthcare, then we can begin to solve wildlife conservation issues. Together, as a world community, we can work to preserve what we have left on this planet. We can save species, save wild places, and ultimately save ourselves. And I want to be apart of the generation that does so.

Experience

1. Internship Coordinator

   American Eagle Foundation

   Jan 2024 — Present · Kodak, TN, US

   This role is tasked with the development and management of internship programs at American Eagle Foundation. In this role, I have developed hands-on, experiential learning opportunities to further the professional skills of interns. Additionally, I have worked with local and national experts on the field of husbandry, research/management, and falconry to increase educational opportunities available. I have worked to increase and diversify our internship applicant pool by establishing relationships with universities across the country and by managing multiple job acquisition sites. While in this role, I’m responsible for the overall management, training, and success of individual interns by establishing achievable goals and timelines throughout the program.

Education

• Coastal Carolina University

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Marine Sciences, Senior

  2015 — 2018