National Marine Sanctuary internship
Organization: National Marine Sanctuary Foundation
Location: Silver Spring, Maryland
Unpaid
Description
The National Marine Sanctuary Foundation is searching for bright, talented, and passionate interns available to start immediately. Interns with the Foundation will be given the opportunity to work across NMSF’s core programs of government relations, development, and communications.
Responsibilities will vary depending upon skills, interests and needs. Interns can expect to engage in research and analysis, advocacy and public policy, writing and communications, outreach with constituents and partners, and preparation and facilitation of conferences, briefings and workshops.
Internships may last three to five months during the course of a semester or summer. Full-time or part-time internships are available, although full-time is strongly preferred. NMSF will support internships for students receiving academic credit; compensation is not provided.
Eligibility/Skills Required:
Internships are available to college students, recent graduates, and graduate students. Background/education in any of our program areas (e.g., public policy, communications, marketing, environmental studies, marine conservation) preferred. Written and oral communication skills, organizational skills and experience, problem-solving ability and critical thinking skills required. Strong computer skills are preferred. A bright, creative, innovative, energetic personality is a must.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should e-mail or fax cover letter and resume to Adam Jacobs at [email protected] or fax to 301-608-3044.
