International Campaign Intern with 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 Peru, Argentina, Ghana, Romania, Kyrgyzstan, 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 3 years, the campaign has made tremendous strides in raising the profile of gold mining 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, writing campaign materials, supporting outreach activities, and helping to maintain websites and news lists. The intern will also assist the staff with general support in administration, fundraising, and outreach to members and partner organizations.
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The position requires an advanced undergraduate or graduate student with self-motivation, excellent organizational, communication, and computer skills, and a commitment to environmental protection.
Proficiency in Spanish 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 an intern for the fall and welcome applicants who want to be less than full-time. 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

Graduate School scholarships for new Americans

*Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans Offers Support for
Graduate Education*

Grants of up to $20,000 plus one-half the tuition cost of a U.S.
graduate program will be awarded to recent immigrants and their children
pursuing a degree in the humanities and sciences or any professional
field....
*Deadline:* November 1, 2008
*Posted:* August 10, 2008

Community Organizing job with OVEC

The Ohio Valley Environmental Coalition, based in Huntington West Virginia, is seeking a full-time organizer to work out of our Huntington office. OVEC was formed in 1987. Our mission is to organize and maintain a diverse grassroots organization dedicated to the improvement and preservation of the environment through grassroots organizing and leadership development, coalition building, education and media outreach. Our fight for environmental justice is part of the universal struggle to overcome all forms of oppression. We operate on the principle that social change can happen when ordinary citizens feel personally powerful and see themselves as agents of change. We aim to win changes with and for members and residents affected by the abuses of the coal industry. We work with others to change policy at all levels of government.

It is OVEC’s policy to make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

Job Description

OVEC is seeking a full-time organizer (minimum of 40 hours per week) to work out of the Huntington, WV, office. The organizer reports to, and takes direction from, OVEC’s Organizing Director who will assist the organizer in prioritizing tasks, dealing with workloads, and provide advice when needed. OVEC is seeking applicants who have demonstrated an ability to organize around mountaintop removal or other coal issues.

Activities:

Contribute positively to OVEC’s organizing team: Collaborate with other OVEC staff (such as, regularly attending team meetings, coordinating and sharing work loads, answering phone in the office if needed, finding volunteers to help with special projects/events, such as tabling at special events, writing articles for Winds of Change newsletter and soliciting articles from volunteers, etc.).

Maintain and up-date in a timely manner, records relevant to OVEC and your work such as time sheets, work plans, monthly reports and work log, expenses/receipts, contacts for database, etc.

Help build membership base and member involvement in Huntington / Charleston area: through reaching out to interested people with phone calls, one-on-one meetings or invitations to upcoming events or meetings (and be comfortable spending half of your work-time with people). Build and maintain relationships with key people such as staff, OVEC board members, OVEC volunteers, coalfield residents, key people in other groups. Some work with coalfields communities is also expected. Organize or co-organize specific events when needed.

Work to develop new volunteer leaders: Support and nurture members; maintain regular, personal contact. Follow up directly with key volunteers or potential new volunteers with phone calls after an OVEC event. Work to keep especially-active volunteers involved by soliciting their leadership or active involvement whenever possible. Help volunteers in identifying and developing skills they have and those they would like to improve. Seek opportunities for members to take on leadership roles. Help them find their niche in OVEC’s work, such as developing new leaders who can lead organizing workshops and other skill building workshops for new OVEC volunteers. Assist with grassroots fundraising efforts. Attend relevant public hearings; help set up meetings with environmental regulators or other agency/government entities when needed.

Nurture and maintain media contacts. Provide reporters contact information of relevant coalfield residents, or other members, to encourage the most directly impacted people, and other members, to be heard in the media. The organizer can be quoted when appropriate.

Perform any other tasks that are assigned.

Professional development:

Attend organizing training workshops/conferences or other professional skill building workshops.
Read books on grassroots organizing as assigned.
One year from the date of employment, write a personal and job development plan.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Good time management skills; must be a self-starter
• Ability to focus on top priorities
• Good people skills; experienced in working with a wide variety of people.
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Basic computer skills (e-mail, Word, Excel spreadsheet, Publisher)
• Willing to travel and be flexible about time and weekend work
• Experience working in coalitions is a plus
• Knowledge of the mountaintop removal and other coal-related issues is a plus
• Willing to deal openly to discuss disagreements before they become big problems
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This is a challenging job – OVEC senior staff has learned over the years that personal growth is not optional.

Salary commensurate with experience; competitive benefits package includes health insurance, travel reimbursement, retirement, compensation time, professional development and generous vacation.

How to Apply
Please submit your resume, short writing sample, 2 professional references and 1 personal reference before September 6, 2008 to:

E-mail:
ovec.personnel@gmail.com

Or mail to:
OVEC
PO Box 6753
Huntington WV 25773

Policy Intern, Society for Conservation Biology

The North America Section of the Society for Conservation Biology seeks
a policy intern.

This individual will assist the chairs of policy committee, Mike
O'Connell (Executive Director of the Irvine Ranch Conservancy and a
member of the Bren School's Advisory Board) and Steve Trombulak
(Professor of Biology and Environmental Studies at Middlebury College
and Past President of the Section), in coordinating the Section's
diverse portfolio of policy activities. These activities include but
are not limited to providing assistance to the new administration's
transition team, reviewing recovery plans for the US Fish and Wildlife
Service, and engaging on global policy activities related to
climate-change mitigation and adaptation.

The position currently is volunteer and will require a few hours per
week maximum. If the position expands, a small stipend, registration
waivers to SCB meetings, or other forms of compensation may be
available. The networking benefits of the position are outstanding.

To apply or for more information, please contact Erica Fleishman,
current President of the Section, at the address below.

Thanks!

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Erica Fleishman
National Center for Ecological Analysis and Synthesis
735 State Street, Suite 300
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(805) 892-2530
fleishman@nceas.ucsb.edu
http://www.nceas.ucsb.edu

Global Climate Change Intern, Population Action International

Position Announcement
Global Climate Change (GCC) Intern

Two Global Climate Change (GCC) Intern are being sought by Population Action International (PAI), an independent policy group working to improve individual well-being and preserve global resources by mobilizing political and financial support for population, family planning and reproductive health policies and programs. PAI strives to create a world in which humanity and the natural environment exist in balance, fewer people live in poverty, and every person has a right and access to sexual and reproductive health.


The GCC Interns will work with the Research Department and interdepartmental Climate Team, to assist in implementing PAI’s research projects exploring linkages between population, reproductive health, and GCC.



Specific duties may include:

Gathering and organizing demographic data sets
Writing, proofreading, and editing various materials, including reports and blog posts on climate-related topics
Attending meetings and taking detailed notes
Accessing and reviewing literature on various topics
Supporting special tasks and projects as needed


This position requires college level experience with a focus in international studies/development, women’s empowerment, reproductive health and/or demography; familiarity with sexual and reproductive health issues, and knowledge of environmental issues, particularly climate change, attention to detail, time management and organization skills; excellent people/communication skills, including a professional phone presence; excellent research and writing skills; and knowledge MS Office and internet navigation. Experience with GIS technology a plus.

Resumes with cover letter can be faxed to (202) 728-4177 Attn: Susan Anderson or e-mail to apply@popact.org. EOE. Position open until filled.

Stipend: $8/hour (20 hours a week)
This position begins the 15th of September and runs through the 21st of November, 2008.




John Charles
Internship Advisor, American University Career Center
To schedule an appointment:
http://www.american.edu/careercenter/students/scheduleappointment.html
Direct Line 202-885-1810 - Fax 202-885-1861

League of Conservation Voters Global Warming Field Director

FIELD DIRECTOR, GLOBAL WARMING PROGRAM The League of Conservation Voters seeks a Field Director to oversee and manage the day-to-day implementation of its global warming field activities.



To address the urgent need for federal leadership on global warming, LCV is expanding its non-electoral activities to work in at least 13 states this year. The overlying goal is to press Congressional leaders to support strong policies on energy and global warming. This campaign will build on our efforts over the past two years to elevate global warming as a top-tier leadership issue in the presidential election. In 2006, LCV, in partnership with LCV Education Fund, launched a major campaign to elevate global warming in the 2008 presidential primaries. The Heat Is On campaign (www.heatison.org) was active in the key early voting states of Iowa, New Hampshire, South Carolina and Nevada for more than a year. LCV plans to continue working to make global warming a top priority in the election while also working to strengthen congressional leadership on the issue. The Field Director will work closely with the Director, Deputy Director and LCV's state league partners to oversee and coordinate the activities of field organizers in key states. Responsibilities: Develop strategic and creative campaign plans in target states; Coordinate day-to-day field activities with organizers in the key states to ensure that project goals are achieved; Provide organizers with assistance on special projects; and Serve as chief liaison between in-state project partners and national LCV staff, including LCV legal counsel;



Qualifications: The ideal applicant will have a college degree and between 3-5 years experience in grassroots organizing or campaign field work. We are looking for creative and driven individuals. Candidates should possess exceptional communication skills with an emphasis on maintaining productive working relationships remotely; experience managing and supervising staff; solid judgment; ability to handle multiple tasks; strong organizational skills; and a demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Familiarity with the issue of global warming is preferred. This position involves significant travel.



Organization: The League of Conservation Voters (LCV) is the political voice of the national environmental movement and works to turn environmental values into national priorities. We advocate for sound environmental policies and help elect pro-environmental candidates who will adopt and implement such policies.



LCV is an equal opportunity employer and offers opportunities for growth, convenient metro location, and comprehensive benefits including 3 weeks vacation, paid health, life and disability coverage and a 401(k) plan. The Field Director will be located in Washington, DC. Send letter of interest stating salary requirement with resume to League of Conservation Voters, Field Director, GW Search, 1920 L Street, NW, Suite 800, Washington, DC 20036, or fax (202) 835-0491, navin_nayak@lcv.org (put title in subject line). Visit our website, www.lcv.org. No phone calls please.

Application Deadline: August 18, 2008

Paid Internships with the Millennium Challenge Corporation

Internships


Overview


The Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) is a United States Government corporation designed to work with some of the poorest countries in the world. Established in January 2004, MCC is based on the principle that aid is most effective when it reinforces good governance, economic freedom and investments in people. MCC's mission is to reduce global poverty through the promotion of sustainable economic growth.

Before a country can become eligible to receive assistance, MCC looks at their performance on independent and transparent policy indicators . MCC selects eligible countries for Compact Assistance
.

Countries that have demonstrated significant improvement in policy indicators but do not yet qualify for a Compact grant may be eligible for Threshold Program assistance. Threshold programs are smaller grants designed to help improve performance on specific indicators.

MCC is responsible for the stewardship of the Millennium Challenge Account (MCA), which receives funds appropriated by Congress every year

MCC offers an internship program for undergraduate and graduate-level students interested in international development. Internship programs are designed to complement the intern's educational pursuits and career goals while meeting MCC's needs.

Interns must commit to a 16 to 32 hour work week during the academic year and a 20 to 40 hour work week during the summer. Allowances for class schedules and other situations may be made.

Due to the popularity of our internship program, not all applicants will receive an internship.


Pay and Benefits


Internships are paid at an annualized rate of $29,000 to $36,000 (a GS-5/1 to GS-7/1 equivalent) depending on the education level of the intern. In certain specialized cases, interns may be compensated at an annualized rate
of up to $44,000 (GS-9/1 equivalent). Amounts are subject to prevailing
federal employment pay rates.

Interns are not eligible for any Federal employee benefits.


To Apply


Applicants may apply sessionid=a13a53d930d509f24fbabc1c4cc6bb08d39230844c34.e38PaNaKcheMbi0Ma3yTa
xiKaxePe0?vacancyIds=304815571> for up to five program areas, however, MCC departments may not have internship openings.

Applicants must be willing to travel at their own expense to Washington, D.C. if selected for interviews.


Deadlines


* Fall 2008: June 9, 2008
* Spring 2009: Sept. 29, 2008

For more information, go to their website at:

http://www.mcc.gov/jobs/internships/index.php