Description:

Organization Overview:

The Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) is a non-profit organization established in 1984 by Congressional leaders, dedicated to promoting environmentally sustainable societies in the areas of renewable energy/efficiency, climate change, transportation/smart growth, and agriculture and energy. Its primary focus is on national policy and policymaker education. EESI effects change by producing credible, timely information and innovative policy ideas and through coalition building, media outreach, publications, Congressional briefings/workshops and task forces. For more information, please visit www.eesi.org.

The Communications office serves as liaison to Congressional offices, media and other interested parties to expand EESI’s network, forge new relationships, and notify them of EESI’s upcoming events and latest publications. It is responsible for maintaining and managing EESI’s database of more than 6,000 contacts and works closely with program staff to take care of outreach and coordinating logistics for EESI events. In the near future, the office will also begin expanding EESI’s media network and outreach efforts.

The Development office is responsible for coordinating with program staff, the Communications Coordinator and the Executive Director to cultivate relationships with potential funders, supervise program operations and the fulfillment of contracts, increase organizational visibility and explore additional funding methods.

Intern Responsibilities:

* Assist with the outreach for and execution of Congressional briefings and events
* Post-briefing audience analysis and database maintenance
* Explore creative ways to engage and expand EESI’s network
* Develop press relations and research appropriate media outlets
* Write/edit articles for newsletters and draft letters to potential funders
* Keep EESI’s website up-to-date with the latest news and briefing information
* Research funding sources- foundations and potential corporate associates
* Develop targeted fundraising appeals and assemble information for potential donors
* Other responsibilities as they develop/based on intern interest areas

Qualifications:

Intern Qualifications:

* Upperclassmen currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree or those pursuing a master’s degree in communications, journalism, politics, environmental studies, or a related field
* Interest in environmental and energy issues, with particular enthusiasm for the communication of pertinent information to policymakers, coalition partners, funders, and other interested parties
* Strong writing and research skills
* Self-starter, flexible and able to manage multiple tasks
* Excellent computer skills or ability to quickly learn various computer programs including: Microsoft programs (Excel, Outlook and Word), Dreamweaver and database programs
* Effective interpersonal communication skills
* Ability to work in a team or independently as needed
* Creativity and openness to expressing new ideas and capacity to produce questions that will further EESI’s mission

Hours:

20-40 hours per week

Length/Availability:

10-12 weeks, with a possible extension

Start Date:

05/01/2012

End Date:

, 08/31/2012

Deadline:

04/02/2012

Tags:

enviroment  non-profit  research 

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