Internship Opportunity with WWF-UK's Earth Hour Team

This is an unpaid position although reasonable lunch and travel expenses will be reimbursed.

On Saturday 26 March, Earth Hour 2011 became the biggest global Earth Hour ever. A record 134 countries and territories took part and millions of people from around the world came together to show they care about tackling climate change and protecting the natural world. In 2012, WWF’s Earth Hour will be held on Saturday 31 March at 8.30pm and WWF-UK is looking to build on this success and further our reach across the UK.

We’re looking for interns to help support the Earth Hour 2012 UK campaign from the planning stages through to evaluation. You will be working as part of a team to maximise awareness, engagement and influence with key audiences, including businesses, organisations and landmarks. Working across WWF-UK, you will be expected on a daily basis to adapt as the needs of the project change.  You will be responsible for providing project support which may include crucial administrative support, audience outreach, assisting with publicity / PR activities, copy-writing, liaising with external agencies, event planning and providing marketing support (including online and social media). It is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience working on an exciting, high-profile global initiative for a leading conservation organisation.

It is essential that you possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, the ability to work to tight deadlines and have a flexible approach to problem solving. Familiarity with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Excel & Word) will ensure that you hit the ground running! Previous communications or fundraising experience would be advantageous but not essential. An understanding of climate change and empathy towards environmental issues is desirable.

For more information about this internship opportunity please see the job description and background information for the role.

If you would like to work for an organisation where you can really make a difference please email your CV and a short covering letter torecruitment@wwf.org.uk quoting ‘Earth Hour Internship’, alternatively you can post you application to the Recruitment Officer, WWF-UK, Panda House, Weyside Park, Godalming, Surrey GU7 1XR

Due to time constraints on this occasion we are only able to offer this opportunity to individuals who currently have the eligibility to work within the United Kingdom.

Location:                         Godalming, Surrey
Start Date:                      16 January 2012
Duration of Internship:     16 January – 6 April 2012 (12 weeks) 
Frequency:                      35 hours per week over 5 days (Monday to Friday)