IMPORTANT: This Advertiser has requested that applicants MUST be National Residents / Valid Work Permit-holders. Other applicants need not apply.
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.
Overall Function
Environmental Defense Fund’s International Climate Program seeks a summer 2013 intern in our Washington, D.C. office to assist in using trade-policy approaches in support of reducing emissions of greenhouse gases. The intern will work with EDF’s Director of International Climate to conduct legal and policy research, and help generate materials describing potential approaches for a variety of audiences.
Key Responsibilities
Tasks will include but are not be limited to:
- Research existing and proposed trade agreements and related policies
- Assist the Director in developing potential policy approaches to optimize the climate benefits of trade policy
- Help prepare materials for non-technical audiences
Qualifications
- Demonstrated ability to conduct legal and policy analysis
- Background in trade and/or climate policy
- Highly proficient in Word
- 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
- Demonstrated initiative and problem solving skills
Term
This is a 35-hour/week internship for approximately 10 weeks. Dates are negotiable, but ideally would run May 20 through August 9, 2013.
Compensation
This internship is eligible for academic credit but is not paid.
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 application.
Due to the volume of employment applications and queries received, EDF is unable to respond to each application individually. Applicants will be contacted directly if selected as a candidate.
Environmental Defense Fund is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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