Americas Stakeholder Program Internship- Boston, MA
Organization: Earthwatch Institute
Job Title: Americas Stakeholder Program Internship
Location: Boston, MA
Hours and Compensation: Earthwatch interns can take part in the Intern Credit Program in which they receive credits to use towards a qualified Earthwatch expedition and are invited to participate in all Earthwatch activities. We require a minimum commitment of 120 hours over a minimum of 1 month. We also encourage use of the internship for academic credit, thesis, or practicum work towards degree or certificate programs.
Application Deadline: April 16, 2012
Posted on: March 16, 2012
Organization Overview
As the largest non-profit organization supporting “citizen science,” in its 40-year history, Earthwatch has sponsored over 1350 field research projects in 55 countries across the globe. Earthwatch expeditions and field research centers link volunteers with international scientists working within four Priority Research Areas: Climate Change, Oceans, Ecosystem Services, and Cultural Heritage. Since 1971, Earthwatch-sponsored research projects have contributed more than 10 million hours of field research time.
Description
The Americas Program team is responsible for stewardship of the relationship with our Earthwatch Scientists and ensuring a safe, inspiring, and educational experience for the public, youth and educator volunteers. The Americas Stakeholder Program Intern will assist members of the Americas Program team in a variety of projects related to expedition management, fellowships management, and the development of outreach and curriculum support materials.
Responsibilities
- Research information for web site, outreach and recruitment to educators;
- Review and process fellowship reports and evaluations;
- Assisting with project management, including developing project emergency response plans, country-level threat assessments, and risk assessments;
- Assisting with program content, materials and logistics for field programs;
- Collating and evaluating volunteer feedback in order to apply lessons learned to improve the volunteer experience on EW projects;
- Capturing the Measures of Success data and the evaluation/Common Measure response data.
- Support in the communications with applicants/participants.
Qualifications
- Work experience in an office or educational setting is a plus;
- Highly organized, keen attention to detail and a strong ability to multitask and meet deadlines;
- Ability to work independently and as part of a cooperative international team;
- Flexibility and adaptability in order to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment;
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and abide by the data protection guidelines;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and web research;
- Interest in science, environmental issues and experiential education;
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
How to Apply:
nterested applicants are welcome to send the following materials:
- A current resume, detailing relevant experience
- A 1-page Cover Letter illustrating your qualifications, why you are interested in this internship, and what you are looking to gain from this internship.
- Your availability (days per week, and months of availability).
- Full contact information for three personal and/or professional references.
Please send materials to [email protected] ; fax 978-897-0935; mail HR Earthwatch Institute, 114 Western Ave, Boston, MA 02134, U.S.A
