The Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) is an independent national nonprofit
whose scientists and engineers work to solve some of our planet’s most pressing
environmental and safety problems. UCS combines technical analysis and effective
organizing and advocacy to create innovative, practical solutions.
Are you interested in a career in media relations and issue advocacy? The
changing media landscape presents many opportunities to communicate about
science, the environment and policy. The Union of Concerned Scientists is
looking for a motivated student or recent graduate for UCS’s “Baker Internship”
in media relations. This opportunity will provide participants with media
experience working on exciting communication strategies at a leading national
advocacy organization. The Baker intern will have an opportunity to work
with UCS programs focused on addressing global warming, expanding clean
energy, cleaning up the U.S. vehicle fleet, reforming the agricultural system,
reducing nuclear weapons threats, and ensuring science is properly used
in government decision making.
The Baker Media Internship is funded through the generous bequest of the
late C. Edwin (Ed) Baker, one of the country's foremost authorities on free
speech, the First Amendment, and mass media policy. The internship is designed
to help further his interest in elevating science and policy issues through
the media.
The Baker Internship is for college students and recent graduates from demographic
groups that are historically underrepresented in the sciences and or environmental
advocacy.
Pitching editors and reporters
Monitoring science and policy news coverage
Drafting press releases and pitch memos
Scheduling television appearances and radio interviews
Building and maintaining a variety of media contact lists, including news
outlets of color
Helping develop media strategies for our issue areas, including racial equity
work
Assisting with event publicity, media training, and public relations logistics
Providing media team with operational support
Researching various topic to support media activities
Candidates should be able to demonstrate excellent organizational skills,
attention to detail, strong oral and written communication skills, and proficiency
with computers. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel
and Outlook. Also needed are excellent interpersonal relations skills, as
well as an ability to work both independently and in teams. Interest in
science, the environment, or media issues strongly preferred. Experience
or interest in working with African American and Latino communities is a
plus.
May spend extended periods at computer terminal. Overnight travel may be
required once or twice during the year.
Compensation, Hours and Location: This is a one-year full-time paid, benefits-eligible
internship based in UCS’s Washington, DC office. For candidates who meet
all position requirements, the salary is the equivalent of $15 per hour.
UCS offers excellent benefits and a rewarding work environment.
To Apply: Please submit a cover letter (see below), resume, and writing
sample n via email to jobs@ucsusa.org and include “Baker Internship” in
the subject line. Email materials in Word or PDF format only. No phone calls
please. Deadline: May 22, 2015 or until filled.
As part of the cover letter, please indicate whether you are available to
work full-time or part-time, salary requirements, how you learned about
the position, and evidence of your promise as a communications professional
to give the hiring committee an idea of your potential and achievements.
Visit our internship page for more information on internships at UCS.
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