Friends of the World Food Program Internship: Deadline Dec. 10, 2008

December 10 deadline

Friends of the World Food Program
Spring Intern, Outreach Department


REPORTS TO: Jessica Alatorre, Outreach Associate

OVERALL POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Friends of the World Food Program is a U.S.-based, nonprofit organization dedicated to building support for the U.N. World Food Program and other hunger relief organizations. A rapidly growing organization, Friends of the World Food Program is seeking a Spring Intern to work two 8-hour days each week, through May 2009, assisting with the WFP Committee Program, and general administrative support.

The intern will gain valuable experience working with nonprofit organizations, outreach initiatives, and hunger issues, on a friendly, hard-working team.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Manage calendar of events for all WFP state-based Committees
• Gather and document sign-in sheets from all WFP state-based Committee Coordinators
• Recruit coordinators and volunteers for new and existing WFP state-based Committees
• Research outreach to new target demographics as needed
• Maintain an inventory of WFP Committee Orientation Packets
• Upload contact information from WFP state-based Committees and Friends of WFP Outreach staff into Kintera
• Complete state queries in Kintera as needed
• Administrative and other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS
• Excellent written, verbal and organizational skills.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to organize time, work independently, follow directions and complete tasks in an efficient manner.
• Interest in humanitarian affairs/international development and nonprofit organizations.

COMPENSATION
A monthly stipend of $200 will be payable twice monthly.
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Documents Required:
Cover Letter


TO APPLY
Sign into AU CareerWeb (accessible through www.american.edu/careercenter).
Please submit a cover letter and resume to AU Career Web with "Spring Intern” in the subject line, by December 10, 2008. Start date is January 5, 2009.
Salary Range:
Stipend
Location:
DC Metro Area

International Campaign Intern at Earthworks

International Campaign Intern

EARTHWORKS (formerly the Mineral Policy Center) is a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting communities and the environment from the impacts of mining. We are headquartered in Washington, DC.

The International Campaign works with mining-affected communities, grassroots organizations, and other national and international NGOs. We work with partners in Costa Rica, Ecuador, Peru, Chile, Argentina, Ghana, Romania, and elsewhere.

In February 2004, we launched the No Dirty Gold campaign (http://www.nodirtygold.org), a public pressure campaign to educate consumers and retailers about gold mining and to enlist their support in changing the way gold is mined, bought, and sold. In the past 4 years, the campaign has made tremendous strides in raising the profile of gold mining concerns and garnered national and international attention. The campaign has also received commitments from leading jewelers to working to source more responsibly produced gold.

We are seeking an intern with an interest in environmental and social justice campaigns and international grassroots work in support of local communities. The intern will be involved in conducting research on corporations, mines sites, and mining policy, in writing campaign materials, in supporting outreach activities, and in helping to maintain websites and news lists. The intern will also assist the staff with general support in administration, fundraising, and outreach to =0
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members and partner organizations.

The position requires a college graduate or an advanced undergraduate or graduate student with self-motivation, excellent organizational, communication, and computer skills, and a commitment to environmental protection. Proficiency in Spanish is preferred but not required. If you are a student, we will be glad to help you earn credit for your work. Interns work out of our DC office. We require a minimum three month commitment. We are currently looking for someone to start around January 2009. The pay for the full-time position is $900/month and part-time pay is proportional to hours worked.

To apply, please send your résumé, cover letter, and short writing sample.

Please email your application to

scardiff at earthworksaction.org

or mail/fax your application to

International Campaign Coordinator
EARTHWORKS
1612 K Street, NW, Suite 808
Washington DC, 20006
Fax: (202) 887-1875

This posting is also online at http://earthworksaction.org/InternationalIntern.cfm

Sustainable Biomass and Energy Policy Internship

Note: This position is available for Winter/Spring 2009.

Sustainable Biomass and Energy Policy Internship
EESI's strategy is to have agriculture -- substantively and politically – become part of any climate change mitigation strategy. Enormous opportunities exist for developing rural America 's clean energy resources, including biopower, biofuels, and biobased products. EESI seeks to educate policymakers about the potential economic development, energy security, and environmental benefits of tapping these resources. This requires building alliances between rural and urban policymakers by demonstrating that both constituencies stand to benefit from renewable energy development.

Intern Responsibilities

* Contribute articles for the monthly Bioenergy, Climate Protection, and Oil Reduction (BCO) newsletter
* Attend and take detailed notes on Congressional hearings, briefings, meetings, or programs around the DC area that will provide EESI with valuable and relevant information
* Maintain and update webpages
* Research information on the web and make phone calls for relevant projects that EESI is working on for current energy issues and legislative concerns
* Update database information as needed
* Aid with setup, 'meeting and greeting' and other day-of preparation for EESI Congressional briefings and meetings
* Assist in other daily tasks and research projects as needed

Intern Qualifications

* Self-starter, flexible and able to manage multiple tasks
* Adequate computer skills or ability to quickly learn various computer programs including Microsoft Office and database programs
* Clear and concise writing for newsletter, hearing/briefing write-ups and facts sheets
* Efficient, accurate, and timely research for program information.
* Effective communication skills
* Ability to work closely and independently from staff and Executive Director
* Openness to expressing new ideas and capacity to produce questions that will further EESI's mission

Internship Application Requirements

This internship requires a commitment of 25-40 hours per week for 10-12 weeks, with a possible extension. Please specify the time period during which you seek to intern. Citizens of any nation may apply. To apply please submit the following to Jesse Caputo at jcaputo [at] eesi.org.

* Cover letter explaining your interests, what you hope to gain, and what you can contribute during an internship with EESI
* Current resume, including list of publications if applicable
* Writing sample, two-to-five pages in length
* Unofficial transcript

The position is open until filled and is unpaid. We do offer transportation benefits. Thank you for your interest.

Environmental Impact Assessment Training: Dec. 4 & 5, 2008

The Peacebuilding & Development Institute (PDI) invites you to participate in a training course entitled “Rapid Environmental Impact Assessment” this Thursday, December 4th and Friday, December 5th from 9am until 5pm each day at the SIS Lounge. Please see the attached flyer for more details.

This training course is ideal for disaster preparedness and response planning NGO employees, government staff and community officials involved in disaster management activities, and any individual interested in the practical application of environmental concepts to disaster response.

If you are interested in learning about an important and practical way in which to improve disaster response, please consider attending this training. The rate for AU students is $100.

Registration information is available online at http://www.american.edu/sis/peacebuilding/humanitarian/2009/REIA.htm.

If you have further questions, please contact our program coordinators, Rafi Janove and Indhika Jayaratnam at humanitarian@american.edu or (202) 885-2112.

Certified Green-roof Installer Trainings

Certified Installer Training

Bright Green Technologies invites you to attend our ELT Green Roof & Living Wall Certified Installer Training Course.

Once certified, you will be qualified to install ELT Green Roofs & Living Walls on any project specified in your area and also on those projects that you secure yourselves. Bright Green Technologies works to develop the market for our U.S. Certified Installers which develops brand recognition and in turn, sales leads for our installers.

Training Course Rates:

$1,100.00 includes Hotel Room and Meals

$ 800.00 No Room – Includes Meals

Once you receive your ELT Certification, you will receive a Bright Green Technologies Credit Voucher for the FULL VALUE of your Course that can be used towards the purchase of any Green Roof or Living Wall product.

Next Available Training Courses:

Costa Mesa, California – January 28-30th, 2009

Deadline for Registration – December 31, 2008


Hampton, Virginia – February 25-27th, 2009

Deadline for Registration – January 31, 2009

Complete the attached ELT Training Course Application and return via
email to Linda Daniels, at lmdaniels@brightgreenroofs.com. Upon
review and verification of your qualifications, a Bright Green
representative will personally call you to finalize your registration
and credit card information.

Please get your information in early as we have experienced a great
deal of interest in the ELT product line and certification course.
Seating will be limited to accomplish a more complete educational
presentation for each candidate in attendance. We have included a
sample itinerary within this correspondence for your review.

ELT CERTIFIED INSTALLER TRAINING

SAMPLE COURSE ITINERARY

Tuesday

Check In after 3:00 pm, Hotel

Wednesday

8:00 am - Coffee and Continental Breakfast.

8:30 am - Welcome and Introductions.

9:00 am - History of ELT.

10:15 am - Coffee Break

10:30 am - Introduction to Waterproofing - How waterproofing and green roofs fit together.

12:00 pm - Buffet Lunch

1:00 pm - ELT Green Roof Presentation

2:15pm - Coffee break

2:30pm - ELT Green Roof – Case Studies

4:00pm - End of First Day.

5:30pm - Meet in Hotel Lobby for Dinner

Thursday

8:00 am - Coffee and Continental Breakfast.

8:30 am - Introduction to Green Roof and Living Wall Materials and Techniques.

9:30 am - Leave for Greenhouse, for hands-on product training.(Transportation to be coordinated.)

10:15 am - Coffee Break

10:30 am - Hands-on Green Roof Training

12:00 pm - Lunches and beverages at the Greenhouse

1:00 pm - Hands-on Sloped Roof and Living Wall installation.

2:15 pm - Coffee Break

2:30 pm - Hands-on Green Roof and Living Wall Irrigation.

4:00 pm - End of Second Day – Return to the Hotel

5:30 pm - Meet in Hotel Lobby for Dinner.

Friday,

***NOTE: Check out of the Hotel before 12:00pm Noon***

8:00 am - Coffee and Continental Breakfast.

8:30 am - Green Roofs and Living Wall Sales Techniques

10:15 am - Coffee Break.

10:30 am - Introduction to the ELT Living Wall.

How to tie in the Living Wall products with your Green Roof projects.

12:00 pm- Buffet Lunch

1:00 pm- Planting Guidelines

1:30 pm - Green Roof Maintenance Program and Warranties.

2:15 pm - Coffee Break.

2:30 pm - Questions on all Green Roof and Living Wall topics.

3:00 pm - Graduation – Presentation of ELT Certified Installer Certificates, and a Bright Green Technologies Credit Voucher for the FULL VALUE of this Course. Vouchers can be redeemed towards the purchase of any Green Roof or Living Wall product.

We look forward to YOU becoming a part of the ELT Certified Installer Team!

Bright Green Technologies
www.brightgreenroofs.com
www.brightgreenlivingwalls.com

Linda M. Daniels
28245 Marcellus Drive
South Lyon, Michigan 48178
248-437-5219
lmdaniels@brightgreenroofs.com

Job Opening at the Sierra Club

http://www.sierraclub.org/careers/conservation/assistant-director-natl-youth-prog.asp

Complete posting, including how to apply, can be found at the link above.

Job Title:Assistant Director of National Youth Programs
Department:Conservation
Location:WDC
Reports to:Director of National Youth Programs
Supervisers:Regional Representative

Context:
Manages youth programs for the Sierra Club’s Conservation Department by helping to establish strategy, developing projects, and implementing youth programs.

Scope:
The Assistant Director of National Youth Programs assists the National Youth Programs Director in developing strategy and managing the operations for Sierra Club Youth Programs including BBTO and MFO. Manages staff, program development, budgets, compliance and grants administration.

Job Activities:
1. Takes a lead role in the development and implementation of Sierra Club youth programs.
2. Provides operational support functions, including managing youth program staff, finances and budgets.
3. Works in cooperation with the National Youth Programs Director and youth program staff to ensure program goals are met and objectives implemented.
4. Creates and execute events and activities to promote Sierra Club program visibility.
5. Works to bridge youth programs across the Sierra Club to better implement our programs and to further define our vision for youth work.
6. Participates in observation and field work with appropriate staff to ensure youth programming is being appropriately implemented by our grantees.
7. Provides operational management support for youth programs as assigned by National Youth Programs Director.
8. Keeps youth program staff up-to-date on current program and organizational developments, both within the youth programs and the larger Sierra Club.
9. Advises youth program staff on the latest developments and running trends in outdoor environmental education and youth activism.
10. Coordinates communications to appropriate Sierra Club staff and external partners on Sierra Club youth programming.
11. Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills:
-- B.A./B.S. degree in Environmental Studies, Public Policy, or a closely related field
-- 3 years experience in the environmental, non-profit, or political field that includes research and organizing campaigns, press relations and public speaking.
-- 2-3 years experience in working with youth programs and getting youth involved in environmental issues.
-- 2-3 years experience in operations, budgeting, and staff management
-- Valid driver’s license, satisfactory driving record, and proof of auto insurance required.
-- Excellent written and oral communication skills
-- Prior experience in working with media and in building coalitions and marketing programs
-- Demonstrated ability and effectiveness working with volunteers

EPA Internship

Internship Program Opportunity
Office of Air and Radiation
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Washington, D.C.
Project # EPA-OAR 2009-04
Methane to Markets Partnership

An internship project is available at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Office of Air and Radiation (OAR) in Washington, D.C. The internship will be served in the Climate Change Division(CCD).

Background: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is the lead agency for the U.S. government on the Methane to Markets Partnership, an international initiative designed to promote cost-effective, near-term methane recovery and use projects. The Methane to Markets Partnership targets four major methane sources: agriculture, landfills, underground coal mines, and natural gas and oil systems. By promoting methane recovery and use projects, the Partnership will increase energy security, enhance economic growth, improve environmental quality, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions throughout the world. As the lead agency for the Methane to Markets Partnership, EPA coordinates extensively with other involved agencies including the Department of State, Department of Energy, U.S. Trade and Development Agency, and U.S. Agency for International Development. EPA currently hosts the M2M Secretariat. The Secretariat is responsible for facilitating communication among members, planning M2M Subcommittee and Steering Committee meetings, and developing outreach and communication materials for the Partnership. The M2M Secretariat is housed in EPA’s Climate Change Division, Office of Atmospheric Programs/Office of Air and Radiation.

Project Description: The intern will be mentored by the Methane to Markets team within EPA’s Climate Change Division. The candidate will have the opportunity to learn about climate change and related issues, and participate in a variety of challenging and rewarding projects.

Typical projects the intern will observe the team working on include:
Facilitating communication and outreach activities among partners and the public; Coordinating information gathering from 27 participating partner governments and
developing an accomplishments report summarizing all partner activities; Developing fact sheets and web site content about the Partnership; Revising and updating the methanetomarkets.org and EPA methane web sites; Preparing materials and planning for agency, inter-agency, and international meetings; Educating key stakeholders about the Partnership; Maintaining and facilitating communicating with all international Partners on a variety of issues related to climate change and methane programs.

The candidate may have the opportunity to travel to at least one international conference to observe and gain knowledge about representing the Partnership and in marketing and outreach activities. The candidate will gain an in-depth knowledge of the U.S. national voluntary methane programs and the international Methane to Markets Partnership Program.

Expected Results: This internship will provide the opportunity to make contacts with both national and international environmental and industry professionals, enhance research and writing skills, and increase knowledge of voluntary federal programs on climate change. The small size of the Secretariat ensures that the intern will be exposed to a variety of different tasks and learning opportunities.

Qualifications and Skills: Applicants should have received either a bachelor’s or master’s degree in environmental policy, environmental science, public affairs, or related area within four years of the desired starting date. Applicants should have excellent verbal and written communication skills, and a strong interest in the environment and/or climate change are essential. Applicants should be highly motivated; able to prioritize multiple tasks; able to perform independently and in a collegial team environment. An understanding of environmental policy-making and government, and the ability to speak a foreign language are desirable.

The program is open to all qualified individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, or status as a Vietnam era or disabled veteran. U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status is preferred (but can also hold an appropriate visa status, however, an H1B visa is not appropriate).

Stipend and Tenure: The appointment will be full-time for six months. The weekly stipend will range from $875-$950 depending on level of education and experience. The participant does not become an EPA employee. The EPA contact person for this project is Jamie Pumphrey. Her e-mail address is pumphrey.jamie@epa.gov.

For more information on the Methane to Markets Partnership please visit www.methanetomarkets.org.

For more information about Climate Change Division’s programs, please see
http://www.epa.gov/air/ccd.html. Comprehensive information on climate change science and policy can be found at http://www.epa.gov/climatechange/. The Internship Program for EPA-OAR is administered by the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE). Please reference Project # EPA-OAR 2009-04 when calling or writing for information. For additional information and application material contact:

Internship
Program – EPA/OAR, Attn: Betty Bowling - MS 36, ORISE, P.O. Box 117, Oak Ridge,
Tennessee 37831 Phone: (865) 576-8503 Fax: (865) 241-5219 email: betty.bowling@orau.org. An application can be found at http://www.orau.gov/orise/edu/EPA/app-gugrgpd.pdf.

International Policy Analyst: Deadline Dec. 31, 2008

International Policy Analyst

OVERVIEW

The Center for Clean Air Policy (CCAP), a leader for more than two decades in the global climate change policy arena, seeks applications and nominations for International Climate Policy Analysts. (CCAP is seeking 2-3 International Policy Analysts.) The last few years have seen unprecedented interest in climate policy, and CCAP aims to maximize its influence in market-driven, politically viable policy solutions around the world. CCAP’s teams of policy analysts work collaboratively with scientists, industry and political leadership in every venue to contribute to effective policy making.

MISSION & HISTORY

To significantly advance cost-effective and pragmatic air quality and climate policy through analysis, dialogue and education to reach a broad range of policymakers and stakeholders worldwide.
-- CCAP Mission Statement

Ned Helme, a leading expert on climate and clean air policy, founded CCAP in 1985 with the explicit goal to search for innovative solutions to environmental and energy problems. By working closely with policy makers at all levels, CCAP seeks to develop, promote, and implement innovative, market-based solutions to major climate, air quality, and energy problems while balancing both environmental and economic interests.

CCAP is the only independent, international nonprofit think tank in the world working exclusively on these issues in all major climate policy markets in the U.S. and internationally. CCAP has a staff of 30 and a growing budget of $5.0 million funded by foundations, corporations and international governments.

In the U.S., CCAP has three major program initiatives: the Climate Policy Initiative (CPI), the California Program and the Urban Leader Adaptation Initiative. Internationally, CCAP has three major program initiatives: the Future Actions Dialogue (FAD), the European Dialogue, and the Developing Countries Project. CCAP is developing a major new initiative on deforestation. More information about the Center for Clean Air Policy’s U.S. and international programs can be found at: http://www.ccap.org


OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES FOR THE POLICY ANALYST

CCAP Policy Analyst position affords the opportunity to participate in the development of cutting edge climate change policy. The Policy Analysts will play key roles in international policy programs.

The International Policy Analyst will assist in the execution of one or more of CCAP’s main international programs: the Future Actions Dialogue (FAD), which brings together senior climate negotiators from developed and developing countries to evaluate and develop policy options and other key elements of a potential post-2012 international climate agreement; the Developing Country Project and Global Sectoral Study, a program to analyze greenhouse gas emission trends and mitigation options and develop strategies for policy implementation in key developing countries; and the European Dialogue, a forum to evaluate emission reduction and policy options in Europe. With the development of a new initiative on Deforestation, Policy Analysts may be assigned to those issues as well.

QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate for each position will be an articulate professional with intelligence, drive and experience in environmental policy. The successful candidate will have a keen sense of the post – 2012 international climate debate, the political and jurisdictional issues that are at the heart of finding consensus-based solutions in the EU and/ or similar experience in developing country GHG emissions and energy policies.

S/he will ideally hold a Bachelors or Masters degree in Public Policy or a related field and have a minimum of five years of policy experience. Preference will be given to candidates with an advanced degree. Additionally, ideal applicants will possess the following professional and personal abilities, attributes and experiences:

* Substantive knowledge of climate policy and the ability to understand and articulate sophisticated scientific, policy and economic analysis; knowledge of policy design processes and alternatives;
* Demonstrated analytical skills, drafting of policy reports and experience with climate change policy analysis (e.g., sectoral mitigation, financing, technology transfer, REDD and adaptation.)
* Knowledge of one or more of the key climate change policy markets: International , European Union, Developing Country. Transferable experience in US climate policy will be considered.
* An ability to anticipate creative opportunities for collaboration and dialogue and contribute to new positive approaches;
* Demonstrated project coordination skills and experience bringing major deliverables to completion in a team environment;
* Superior oral and written communication skills with the ability to write for both policy and analytic audiences, reach out to stakeholders, and present to and lead groups;
* The flexibility and proven ability to work in a collaborative environment;

APPLICATION AND NOMINATION INFORMATION

Nominations and applications are due by December 31, 2008.

Due to the pace of the search, candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Applications including a cover letter describing your interest and qualifications, your resume (in Word or pdf format), a writing sample, where you learned of the position and a salary history should be sent to: recruitment@ccap.org.

In order to expedite the internal review process, please type “International Policy Analyst” and your name (Last, First) as the only contents in the subject line of your e-mail.

The Center for Clean Air Policy is an equal opportunity employer.

Carbon, Community, and Livelihoods: Forest Commons in the 21st Century: Dec. 4, 2008

School of International Service Global Environmental Politics Field Presents

Arun Agrawal
University of Michigan

"Carbon, Community, and Livelihoods: Forest Commons in the 21st Century"

Thursday, December 4th, 2008
11:20 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Hughes Formal Lounge

Arun Agrawal teaches environmental politics at the University of Michigan in the School of Natural Resources and Environment. His research is broadly in the areas of political economy of conservation and sustainable development. His recent interests cover forest commons and adaptation to climate change. His most recent book is titled, “Environmentality.”

For more information, please contact Sam Shepson at 202-885-1843 or ipfp@american.edu