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ABOUT CCL: Citizens’ Climate Lobby (CCL) is a non-profit, non-partisan, grassroots organization focused on national policies to address climate change. Our organization is volunteer based and organized by congressional districts. CCL staff train and support volunteers to build relationships with elected officials and the media to empower their own local communities, generate the political will for fair, effective climate solutions in line with science and political viability. CCL prides itself in its unique approach to educating elected officials on climate action, particularly bipartisan action. We aim to build upon shared values rather than partisan divides, and empower our supporters to work in keeping with the concerns of their local communities. This is how we work towards the adoption of fair, effective, and sustainable climate change solutions. For more information about Citizens’ Climate Lobby, visit our website at www.citizensclimatelobby.org.
We strongly suggest you register to join our Live Informational Session and Q & A before applying. The session will introduce our organization, what we do, and why your contribution matters! Keep in mind the session is not geared towards interns, but will give potential interns a better idea of what their duties and goals would be. The Informational Session is scheduled for every Wednesday night at 5:00 PM Pacific, 8:00 PM Eastern. To register go to: https://citizensclimatelobby.org/join-weekly-intro-call/
CCL is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for this internship position without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.
BENEFITS
- This is an unpaid internship with no employee benefits. Interns receive:
- Free registration to the Citizens’ Climate International Conference
- Priority consideration for CCL’s fellowships and scholarships
- Academic credit may be considered in consultation with intern’s academic advisor
These intern positions are unpaid. Interns at staff locations are supervised and trained by CCL/CCE staff. Internship may have limited remote/virtual responsibilities as well as outreach activities at various locations. We do not suggest relocating for this unpaid internship and we do not provide any housing or relocation assistance.
INTERN POSITION REPORTS TO: CCL Director of Liaisons and Lobby Days, Amy Bennett
LOCATION: Leucadia (Encinitas), CA
TIME COMMITMENT: 2-3 month commitment of two-5 hour weekday shifts per week
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist with scheduling meetings with members of Congress.
- Learn to coach volunteers via phone and email who also schedule meetings.
- Work collaboratively with other interns and Director of Liaisons and Lobby Days.
- Assist with event planning and prospective volunteer follow up. Follow up with calls and emails that explain CCL and steps to be involved and support programs.
- Research and writing projects related to advocacy, policy, economics, science, and government.
- Writing and editing materials for grants, newspapers, and communications with Congress.
- Office duties such as data entry, phone calls, and email communications.
- Interns will have the opportunity to attend Citizens’ Climate International Virtual Conference in June 2021.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Concise, persuasive and polite writing and speaking ability.
- Passionate commitment to the environment and global warming issues.
- Willingness to learn about climate, civics, local and national politics.
- Positive upbeat attitude and ability to work with others on teams in a non-partisan way.
- Strong organizational skills, advance planning ability and attention to details.
- Excellent internet, word processing and spreadsheet skills (Microsoft Office).
- Exceptional attention to details
- Must be available to work in Leucadia, CA
- No remote internships available
- Must be at least 18 years old
TO APPLY:
Please apply by filling out this Google Form. Deadline for Fall 2021 is July 31, 2021, for Spring 2022 is November 30, 2021.