BRIDGE Global Environment Facility Impact Analysis Undergraduate Intern

Job Posting Organization:
The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) is one of the world’s leading conservation organizations, established 60 years ago. With a mission to help people and nature thrive, WWF operates in nearly 100 countries and has a vast network of nearly one million supporters in the United States and five million globally. The organization collaborates with communities, companies, and governments to achieve sustainable conservation outcomes. WWF is committed to diversity and inclusion, aiming to create an organization that reflects a variety of views, experiences, and backgrounds, which is essential for effective conservation efforts. The organization is unified by its core values of Courage, Respect, Integrity, and Collaboration.

Job Overview:
The BRIDGE Global Environment Facility Impact Analysis Undergraduate Intern position at WWF is designed for undergraduate and graduate students who are looking to gain professional experience in the environmental sector. The intern will play a crucial role in developing communication materials that highlight the value and impact of the Global Environment Facility (GEF) projects that WWF is involved in. This includes summarizing project impacts through various formats such as presentations, talking points, and impact reports. The intern will work closely with the WWF GEF team to communicate the significance of these projects to both internal and external audiences, thereby enhancing the visibility and understanding of WWF's conservation efforts.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The intern will be responsible for reviewing Project Implementation Reports and other project communications to extract key data and narratives that illustrate the impact of WWF GEF projects. They will coordinate with the WWF GEF team and partners to identify compelling stories and examples of WWF's work. The intern will create communication materials that demonstrate the value of WWF GEF programming, including talking points, impact data summaries, and project highlights. Additionally, they will update the Communications Policy training package to align with the latest GEF communications policy requirements, track communications materials across the portfolio, and maintain an accurate communications database. The intern will also support the internal systems for tracking compliance with GEF visibility requirements.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must be actively enrolled in an associate’s or bachelor’s program in Environmental Studies, Communications, or a related field. Those studying outside these areas are encouraged to apply. The intern must not have received their degree by the internship start date of June 1, 202

• Candidates should align with WWF’s core values of Courage, Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration, demonstrating the ability to speak up, build trust, embrace diverse perspectives, and promote cooperative practices. Attention to detail is essential for this role.

Educational Background:
The position requires candidates to be pursuing an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies, Communications, or a related field. While these areas are preferred, students from other disciplines are also encouraged to apply, provided they have a strong interest in conservation and environmental issues.

Experience:
The internship is aimed at undergraduate and graduate students who may not have extensive professional experience. However, any relevant experience in environmental conservation, communications, or related fields will be beneficial. The position is designed to provide learning opportunities rather than requiring prior extensive work experience.

Languages:
While there are no specific language requirements mentioned, proficiency in English is mandatory given the nature of the communication tasks involved. Additional language skills may be considered an asset, especially in regions where WWF operates.

Additional Notes:
This is a paid internship position offering $21 per hour for full-time work (35 hours per week). The internship will run from June 1 to August 7, 202

• The position is flexible in terms of location, allowing the intern to work from Washington DC or other states, excluding Hawaii, Kentucky, Nevada, Oklahoma, and Wyoming. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. and this position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. Candidates will need to submit a resume and cover letter, and if selected, provide a letter of recommendation as part of the application process. The application deadline is set for Monday, March 16 at 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time.