International Affairs Internship - International Affairs Office
Washington, DC
Description:Assist supervisor in implementing the Packard Foundation fund project on sustainable biofuels and other grant funded work on Global Warming Solutions through activities such as:
a) Conducting research on policy issues and technologies related to biofuels, climate change and tropical deforestation.
b) Organizing information on these topics, especially the environmental and social impacts connected with expansion of biofuels, commodity agriculture and related industries.
c) Preparing reports, fact sheets and other written materials.
d) Handling administrative duties such as setting up workshops, meetings and other events, corresponding with project constituents and partners, managing project records and files.
e) Managing electronic communications connected with the project, especially assisting the manager of the www.bioenergywiki.net web site.
f) Writing articles for various NWF publications, external journals and/or campus and hometown newspapers.
g) Attending meetings on behalf of the project staff, and summarize the results.
Position Type:Internship
Position Duration:6 months
Department:International Affairs Office
Salary Range:$10/hour
Education:BA/BS in international relations, international development, natural resources management, or a policy field related to these is required. A Masters degree and some previous work experience are preferable.
Required Skills:Ability to conduct extensive research is a must. Excellent technical and general writing and speaking skills in English are required. Good foreign language skills (Spanish, Portuguese, or Chinese) a plus. Knowledge of and ability to use basic computer software programs (e.g., MS Office, contacts data base) are essential and familiarity with WIKI software a plus. Experience in electronic communications (and list serve maintenance) is a plus. Demonstrated commitment to environmental advocacy is a plus.
To apply: https://secure.nwf.org/careergateway/index.cfm?fuseAction=view&positionID=10563
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