World Bank & Water Research Intern- Boston, MA
Organization: Corporate Accountability International
Job Title: World Bank & Water Research Intern
Location: Boston, MA
Hours and Compensation: $ 150 for transportation; 40 hours/week; students may receive course credit for their internship.
Position Dates (if applicable): May 30, 2012- August 17, 2012
Application Deadline: Now accepting applications
Posted on: March 22, 2012
Organization Overview
Corporate Accountability International is a membership organization that protects people by waging and winning campaigns challenging irresponsible and dangerous corporate actions around the world. Through bold campaigns and a commitment to win, Corporate Accountability International and its members have scored major victories that protect people and save lives. For over 30 years, we’ve forced corporations—like Nestlé, General Electric and Philip Morris/Altria—to stop irresponsible and dangerous actions.
Nationally, the Think Outside the Bottle Campaign is raising awareness of the negative social and environmental impacts of the bottled water industry – one of the most visible examples of corporate control of water – and pressuring the bottled water giants to change their practices. Internationally, we are working to end the World Bank’s promotion of water privatization, and to bolster public water systems to provide access to clean drinking water and sanitation to nearly a billion people who currently lack access. The World Bank and Water Research intern will conduct research to support strategies that pressure the World Bank to change its policies on water privatization.
Description
World Bank & Water Research Internship Job Description: The World Bank and Water Research Intern will support the organization’s organizers and researchers in conducting research and analysis needed to develop and implement Corporate Accountability International’s campaign challenging the World Bank’s promotion of water privatization. Specifically, the intern will:
- Assess and analyze information regarding the various vehicles for water privatization, and help analyze World Bank process and projects involving water resources management that promote privatization;
- Monitor, track and provide analysis on issues relevant to international financial institutions, especially the World Bank Group, and their funding and promotion of international water privatization projects;
- Develop corporate research profiles that track the performance and trends as well as provide detailed information relevant to the operations of our corporate targets; and
- Track water privatization projects funded through World Bank and IFC investments and develop summary briefs;
- Compile and develop international case studies that detail the impact and outcomes of water privatization in communities affected by World Bank projects.
- Assist with preparation of campaign materials, both printed and online.
Responsibilities
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Compiling, summarizing and analyzing information for Corporate Accountability International’s campaigns;
- Assisting with research reports, utilizing library, research and internet skills to gather needed information;
- Maintaining information tracking and monitoring systems, and assisting with special research projects;
- Assist campaigns team with maintenance of database of key allies and contacts, and assist with outreach;
- Responding to requests for information;
- Tracking and monitoring business publications and other sources for relevant developments.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated commitment to corporate accountability and social justice;
- Excellent and effective written and oral communication skills, Spanish-language skills a plus;
- Experience in research, organizing, and/or advocacy at a campaign-oriented organization;
- Experience in fact-checking and editing;
- Good organizational skills and the ability to juggle several tasks while meeting deadlines;
- Graduate level student preferred with academic experience in international finance, development and economics.
How to Apply:
Send a letter of interest, three references, a writing sample, and your résumé addressed to Michaela Howard at [email protected].
