ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

At the Center for Biological Diversity, we believe that the welfare of human beings is deeply linked to nature – to the existence in our world of a vast diversity of wild animals and plants. Because diversity has intrinsic value, and because its loss impoverishes society, we work to secure a future for all species, great and small, hovering on the brink of extinction. We do so through science, law and creative media, with a focus on protecting the lands, waters and climate that species need to survive.

We want those who come after us to inherit a world where the wild is still alive!

DESCRIPTION

The Center for Biological Diversity’s Population and Sustainability team uses creative campaigns, outreach projects and educational materials to raise awareness about the impact of human population growth on wildlife and the planet and advocate for solutions that advance human rights, improve equity, and protect biodiversity.

General position overview: The intern will work remotely with our Population and Sustainability Campaigner and Organizer. This paid internship will assist in researching and summarizing national, state, local and university climate action plans, national adaptation plans, species protection plans and gender action plans. Additional related research, writing and other duties may be assigned as needed.

Main intern duties:

Find and read climates action plans, national adaptation plans, species protection plans and gender action plans looking for mentions of human population growth, human activity, women’s empowerment and/or reproductive rights.
Summarize research found for each category of plan type.
Work with Population and Sustainability team members to draft model language based-off any language found in the plans.
Share model language with select stakeholders to get their feedback and alter the language based-off their comments.
Write a report summarizing research, model language and potential next steps.
Write blogs, social media posts and articles about the research.
Areas in which skills and experience will be gained:

Working with a national conservation nonprofit
Learning about population, consumption and conservation issues
Learning about Climate Action Plans
Writing for different audiences
Project Management
How to work independently with remote supervisors
Salary: $15/hour

Application process: Please send a cover letter (including your availability between May 2021 and December 2021), a resume, and references via our website. Start date no earlier than May 17, 2021 but the position will remain open until filled. No telephone calls, please. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Essential qualifications and skills:Undergrad or graduate student.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Prior experience with online research.
Likes working with diverse groups of people.
Experience working with a team and independently.
Detail oriented.
Comfortable conducting phone interviews, preferred.
Knowledge around wildlife, family planning, consumption and/or environmental justice, preferred.

Apply Here: https://www.biologicaldiversity.org/about/jobs/