Organization: Center for Effective Government
Position Title: Environmental Policy Intern
Location: Washington, D.C.
Hours & Compensation: Minimum of 20 hours/week. A monthly stipend of up to $500 may be provided.
Position Dates: Summer 2013.
Application Deadline: None posted.
Posted On: April 9, 2013. read more…
Organization: Center for Effective Government
Position Title: Public Health Policy and Science Internship
Location: Washington, D.C.
Hours & Compensation: Hourly requirement not specified. A monthly stipend of up to $500 may be provided.
Position Dates: Summer 2013.
Application Deadline: None posted.
Posted On: April 9, 2013.
Organization: Population Action International
Position Title: Population and Climate Intern
Location: Washington, D.C.
Hours & Compensation: 20-40 hours/week. Small stipend.
Position Dates: Summer 2013.
Application Deadline: None posted.
Posted On: April 10, 2013.
Organization: Pacific Wolf Coalition
Position Title: Campaign Coordinator, Pacific Wolf Coalition
Location: Northern California, Oregon, or Washington. Working out of a home office will be given consideration.
Hours & Compensation: Part-time.
Position Dates: Anticipated to begin in spring 2013 and is funded through the end of 2013. Depending on funding, the position may be extened beyond 2013 and/or increased to full-time.
Application Deadline: Position open until filled.
Posted On: April 8, 2013.
Organization: The Hudson Company
Position Title: Salesperson
Location: Pine Plains, NY and Brooklyn, NY
Hours & Compensation: Full-time.
Organization: New England Interstate Water Pollution Control Commission (NEIWPCC)
Position Title: Environmental Analyst I
Location: Syracuse, NY
Hours & Compensation: Full-time. Grade and step dependent upon level of experience and qualifications.
Application Deadline: April 29, 2013.
Organization: Center for EcoTechnology
Position Title: MassDEP Green Business Specialist
Location: Boston, MA
Hours & Compensation: Full-time hourly position with competitive pay and benefits.
Application Deadline: None posted.
Posted On: April 4, 2013.
Organization: B Lab
Position Title: Standards Associate
Location: Wayne, PA
Hours & Compensation: Full-time. $30-$50,000.
Application Deadline: None specified.
Posted On: April 4, 2013.
Organization: The School for Field Studies
Position Title: Student Affairs Manager
Location: Institute for Tropical Ecology and Conservation, Isla Colon, Bocas del Toro, Panama
Hours & Compensation: Full-time.
Position Dates: 10 month contract beginning late August 2013. Must be available to travel to SFS headquarters in Beverly, MA for one week of training in mid-August.
Application Deadline: April 30, 2013.
Posted On: April 4, 2013.
Organization: Hayward Area Recreation and Parks District
Position Title: Fishing Program Coordinator
Location: Hayward, CA
Hours & Compensation: Part-time. $14.93-$16.46 per hour, depending on experience.
Position Dates: Work hours are flexible and average 2-3 days/week at 6-8 hours/day. Weekends are required. Programs are conducted during normal school hours and on weekends.
Application Deadline: April 19, 2013.
Posted On: April 3, 2013.
Organization: Recirculating Farms Coalition
Position Title: Research and Writing Intern
Location: Headquarters located in New Orleans, LA, but but intern may communicate virtually.
Hours & Compensation: 30 hours/week. Unpaid.
Application Deadline: None posted.
Posted On: April 4, 2013.
Organization: CITYNET
Position Title: Program Officer
Location: Seoul, South Korea
Hours & Compensation: Full-time (9:30 am – 6:00 pm). Salary is about KRW 40 million per year (about US$35,000).
Position Dates: 2 year term (extendable) after a 3 month probationary period.
Application Deadline: April 14, 2013.
Posted On: April 5, 2013.
Organization: Environmental Health Coalition
Position Title: Leadership Development Coordinator
Location: San Diego, CA
Hours & Compensation: Full-time. $42,553 – $51,048 depending on qualifications.
Position Dates: May 5, 2013.
Application Deadline: Open until filled, preference to applications received by April 30, 2013.
Posted On: April 5, 2013.
Organization: Climate Policy Initiative
Position Title: Analyst
Location: San Francisco, CA
Hours & Compensation: Full-time. Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Position Dates: Start June 14, 2013.
Application Deadline: April 30, 2013.
Posted On: April 5, 2013.
Organization: Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA)
Position Title: Government Affairs Intern
Location: Washington, D.C.
Hours & Compensation: 20-40 hours/week. Unpaid, but transportation stipend is available.
Position Dates: Duration of the summer. Start May 2013.
Application Deadline: Open until filled.
Posted On: April 1, 2013.
Organization: Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA)
Position Title: Research Intern
Location: Washington, D.C.
Hours & Compensation: 30-40 hours/week. Unpaid, but transportation stipend is available.
Position Dates: Duration of the summer. Start May 2013.
Application Deadline: Open until filled.
Posted On: April 1, 2013.
Organization: The B Team
Position Title: Responsible Business Intern
Location: New York, NY
Hours & Compensation: 30-40 hours/week. Unpaid.
Position Dates: June – August 2013.
Application Deadline: None posted.
Posted On: April 5, 2013.
Organization: WWF
Job Title: Coordinator Biodiversity Policy
Location: Switzerland
Hours and Compensation: Full time; n/a
Application Deadline: April 22, 2013
Posted On: April 2, 2013
Organization Overview:
From its origins as a small group of committed wildlife enthusiasts, WWF has grown into one of the world’s largest and most respected independent conservation organizations – supported by 5 million people and active in over 100 countries on five continents
Description:
We are looking for a Coordinator Biodiversity Policy to provide expertise, analysis, coordination and facilitation to support the WWF network to engage with relevant external decision makers and organisations to help protect biodiversity
Responsibilities:
- Facilitate and support WWF network engagement in appropriate institutions and fora to achieve WWF priority conservation outcomes
- Help build the capacity of the WWF network to identify and take advantage of policy, political and business opportunities to demonstrate WWF priorities are of interest to major portfolio areas and high level decision makers
- Particularly focus on links between biodiversity other policy areas such as development, global environmental governance, economic, cross cutting, industry and foreign policy
- Spot major emerging trends and issues deliver appropriate information, strategic analysis, direction and proposed actions in policy areas in terms of the relationship between biodiversity and major government portfolios such as foreign affairs, economic, finance, security, development and environment
- Consult with WWF network colleagues to develop position papers and policies which give coherence, context and one voice to WWF work with appropriate institutions and dialogues
- Find and utilize appropriate intervention points in global and regional policy and political processes to develop and deliver priority messaging and work to achieve political outcomes in these processes
- Develop, lead or support political and advocacy strategies which can deliver outcomes for WWF conservation priorities
- Build strong links internally with appropriate areas of the WWF network and externally with relevant organizations and individual
- Lead WWF network engagement with the Convention on Biological Diversity
- Create, support or manage virtual WWF teams from across programmes to develop common WWF positions on specific issues such as biodiversity – and the private sector, financing, economics, footprint as needed
- Ensure biodiversity issues are identified, addressed or supported in major WWF assessments, communications, campaigns and publications
Qualifications:
- Graduate or post graduate qualifications in relevant disciplines such as biodiversity, political science, international relations, law, communications or equivalent professional experience
- At least five years relevant professional experience including advocacy, intergovernmental processes or political analysis
- Broad understanding of the relationships between biodiversity and geopolitical economic, business, development and industry priorities
- Knowledge of relationship of global policy norms and standards to on the ground implementation
- Ability and enthusiasm to digest information from a variety of electronic, verbal and written sources and produce clear analysis and recommendations for action
- Strategic sense, demonstrable understanding of geopolitics, multilateral, regional and national interests and aspirations
- Internal and external networking and communications skills, ability to lead and inspire, strong diplomatic skills with sensitivity to political issues and to design advocacy strategies and see them through to success
- Ability to work in multicultural environment and to create and facilitate virtual teams and virtual workspaces
- Fluency in written and oral English, other languages an advantage
- Excellent organisation, highly computer literate (including competencies in use of spreadsheets, web and computer team writing tools), accurate, reliable, flexible, creative and a problem solving attitude
- Adhere to WWF’s values: Knowledgeable, Optimistic, Determined and Engaging
How to Apply:
Email a cover letter and CV in English to [email protected] with the subject line Coordinator Biodiversity Policy.
Organization: Environmental Law & Policy Center
Job Title: Clean Energy Policy Analyst
Location: Chicago, IL
Hours and Compensation: Full-time; Commensurate with experience and with ELPC’s salary structure that is competitive with other large public interest environmental organizations. Excellent benefits provided.
Application Deadline: n/a
Posted On: March 27, 2013
Organization Overview:
ELPC is the Midwest’s leading public interest environmental legal advocacy and eco-business innovation organization, and among the nation’s leaders. We develop and lead successful strategic environmental advocacy campaigns to improve environmental quality and protect our natural heritage. We are public interest environmental entrepreneurs who engage in creative business deal making with diverse interests to put into practice our belief that environmental progress and economic development can be achieved together. ELPC’s multidisciplinary staff of 45 talented public interest attorneys, environmental business specialists, policy advocates and communications specialists brings a strong and effective combination of skills to solve environmental problems and improve the quality of life in our communities. ELPC’s offices are in Chicago (HQ), six other Midwest cities and Washington D.C.
Description:
The Environmental Law and Policy Center (ELPC) seeks to hire an experienced Clean Energy and Sustainable Business Policy Advocate/Analyst for a full-time position in our Chicago headquarters office. Candidates should have an M.P.P. with strong quantification skills or an M.B.A. This policy advocate/ analyst will principally work with ELPC’s experienced public interest attorneys and overall clean energy advocacy team to: (1) Advance energy efficiency and renewable energy solutions to meet energy needs in the regional power markets and help to solve climate change problems; (2) Design, analyze and implement state-based and federal energy efficiency and renewable energy standards; and (3) Analyze and advocate sustainable business and other policy initiatives for Great Lakes protection.
Responsibilities:
Analysis and advocacy of energy efficiency and renewable energy programs, development of climate change solutions and of economic, job creation and environmental impacts of state and federal energy policies. Engagement on ELPC’s Great Lakes protection and sustainable business policy initiatives. Presentations in public decisionmaking forums and expert testimony. The position includes a wide range of responsibilities including economic growth analysis, drafting and publishing reports, and submitting expert testimony in administrative proceedings and before legislative forums. Participation in stakeholder working groups and other public policy advocacy efforts, teaming with multidisciplinary ELPC Energy Project and Clean Water project teams.
Qualifications:
M.P.P. (quantitative), M.B.A. or Masters in Economics, and policy-technical knowledge in the energy and sustainable business fields. At least five years of post-graduate experience preferred. Strong background in policy, financial and economic analysis. Substantive knowledge of renewable energy and energy efficiency policy, and energy economics. Strong academic record and excellent speaking, writing, and analytical skills. Able to be effective in multiparty coalitions and stakeholder processes. An inspired commitment to public interest advocacy and ability to work productively as a member of a team of skilled professionals. Please see www.elpc.org
How to Apply:
This job is open for online applications.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Applicants should send a cover letter, resume and professional references to: [email protected] Telephone inquiries discouraged. The Environmental Law & Policy Center is an equal opportunity employer and is continually seeking to diversify its staff.
Organization: CNT Energy
Job Title: Energy Operations Associate
Location: Chicago, IL
Hours and Compensation: Full time; Salary is commensurate with experience. Work hour start and end times may be staggered with other employees to support a 7 am – 7 pm call center operation.
Application Deadline: n/a
Posted On: April 3, 2013
Organization Overview:
CNT Energy is a non-profit corporation whose mission is to provide economic and environmental benefits to households, building owners and communities through energy efficiency and conservation. CNT Energy is experiencing rapid growth in three main areas:
(1) Residential Real Time Electricity Pricing and Smart Grid Development,
(2) Energy Efficiency in Residential and Commercial Buildings, and
(3) Community Energy Planning and Energy Information Center.
CNT Energy is an affiliate of the Center for Neighborhood Technology (CNT), a 33-year old non-profit organization whose mission is to promote the development and perpetuation of vibrant urban communities that are both environmentally and economically sustainable, both in the Chicago region and throughout the United States.
Description:
The Energy Operations Associate assists in supporting CNT Energy’s customer programs and contributes to ongoing communication, education, and new research activities. A primary responsibility is the support of CNT Energy’s real-time electricity pricing programs. As part of the operations workgroup, the Associate works to maintain relationships with customers and assists in the accompanying production work. The Associate shares responsibility for the accurate documentation of these activities, especially as they relate to energy research projects.
Responsibilities:
- Provide customer support services. This includes:
- Answering incoming phone, mail and electronic communications
- Providing information on energy programs and services
- Tracking and addressing customer comments, requests, and complaints using a customer relationship management database.
- Assemble mailers, flyers, and event materials
- Support both incoming and outgoing mailings
- Support CNT Energy research projects, including assisting in the analysis of information using MS Access, such as developing databases to process survey information.
- Perform other duties as required in assistance to and in cooperation with other CNT Energy staff.
- Learn and stay abreast of current dynamic energy pricing policies and processes.
- Support the creation, review, and implementation of customer communications and education materials.
- Support the program logistics. This includes working with our communications and marketing teams to:
Qualifications:
- Four year degree or equivalent experience in energy and/or environmental sciences
- Previous experience with direct customer service
- Exceptional organizational and coordination skills
- Ability to independently leverage critical thinking skills to address real world customer issues based on well-defined program guidelines
- A demonstrated attention to detail
- Proficiency in MS Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access)
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Ability to work well independently and in a team setting
- Bilingual English/Spanish required
How to Apply:
To apply, please send cover letter, resume, and salary history to:
Human Resources Center for Neighborhood Technology 2125 W. North Avenue Chicago, IL 60647 Email to[email protected] No phone calls please.
