International Climate Intern – Tropical Forest Protection – Washington, D.C.

Organization: Environmental Defense Fund

Position Title: International Climate Intern – Tropical Forest Protection

Location:  Washington, D.C.

Hours & Compensation: Full-time (35 hours/week). Academic credit only.

Position Dates:  10 week internship, ideally from May 20 – August 8, 2013.

Posted On: March 13, 2013.

Organization Overview:

With world attention focused on both the environment and the economy, Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) is where policymakers and business leaders turn for win-win solutions. This leading green group, with programs from Boston to Beijing, has tripled in size over the past decade by focusing on strong science, uncommon partnerships and market-based approaches. You can be part of a vibrant workplace that welcomes diverse perspectives, talents and contributions, where innovation and a focus on results are a way of life.

Description:

Environmental Defense Fund’s International Climate Program seeks a summer 2013 intern in our Washington, D.C. office to assist in developing mechanisms to mobilize private finance to provide substantial and secure long-term funding for forest-protection initiatives.  The intern will work with EDF’s Chief Natural Resource Economist to conduct economic research,  and help generate materials describing proposed approaches for a variety of audiences.

Responsibilities:

Tasks will include but are not be limited to:

• Compile data on economic returns to land use in tropical-forest nations
• Research existing and potential financial mechanisms
• Help prepare materials for non-technical audiences

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to conduct quantitative analysis
• Demonstrated interest in environmental economics and policy
• Highly proficient in MS Excel and Word
• Experience with statistical data-management software preferred
• Excellent written and oral communication skills. Must be well organized, motivated, and detail-oriented.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlines
• Ability to work in a team setting as well as to work independently
• Demonstrate initiative and problem solving skills

How to Apply: Interested applicants should attach their cover letter, resume, names of three references and a writing sample not edited by anyone other than the applicant  to the EDF application. There is no formal deadline, but the position may be filled as soon as a suitable candidate is identified. Apply online at the EDF job site.

Contact Information:

Environmental Defense Fund, http://www.edf.org

Job URL: http://www.edf.org/jobs/intern-international-climate-intern-–-tropical-forest-protection