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BR-2506 Climate, Communications Undergraduate Intern

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WWF

26d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Research & Development
    Sustainability
  • Washington

AI generated summary

  • You must be an enrolled student in relevant fields, know climate issues, be social media savvy, and possess strong writing and organizational skills. Familiarity with content tools is a plus.
  • You will research climate narratives, draft blogs, assist with event prep, collaborate on social media strategies, monitor metrics, and support storytelling efforts for climate initiatives.

Requirements

  • Minimum Requirements:
  • Pursuing an associate’s or bachelor’s program in environmental science, environmental studies, and/or communications and marketing. Those studying outside these areas are still highly encouraged to apply. Must be an actively enrolled student and not received degree at time of internship start date (June 16, 2025).
  • Knowledge of environmental and climate change issues.
  • Strong interest and proficiency in social media, with the ability to create engaging posts across multiple platforms, including LinkedIn and Instagram.
  • Interest in developing writing skills for creating long-form content.
  • Ability to develop a content calendar and schedule posts across various social media platforms.
  • Familiarity with social media metrics and the ability to analyze performance to inform strategy.
  • Demonstrated interest in environmental and policy issues, with a passion for storytelling in these areas.
  • Strong organization and writing skills
  • Identifies and aligns with WWF’s core values: Courage, Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration.
  • Demonstrates courage by speaking up even when it is difficult, or unpopular.
  • Builds trust with colleagues by acting with integrity, owning mistakes, and holding oneself accountable.
  • Welcomes other points of view and ideas, recognizing and embracing different and contrary perspectives with kindness, curiosity, and encouragement.
  • Makes conscious efforts to promote cooperative practices, behaviors, and ways of working across many groups and individuals.
  • Preferred Qualifications:
  • Subject expertise in one or more of the following areas is preferred, but not required:
  • Understanding of communication strategies and narrative building.
  • Basic knowledge of digital content creation, including writing, editing, and visual design, is a plus.
  • Familiarity with tools for scheduling, analytics, and content management, such as Hootsuite, Canva, or similar platforms, is an advantage.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct research to support the social media strategy to amplify WWF’s climate initiatives and storytelling throughout the year.
  • Draft blog content focused on key climate narratives and key organizational initiatives.
  • Assist with preparation for major climate-focused events, possibly including Climate Week NYC and Aspen Ideas.
  • Collaborate with Climate Communications and Marketing staff to ensure alignment and integration of social media strategies across WWF’s platforms and programs.
  • Contribute to the design and implementation of social media monitoring and metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of strategies and inform future efforts.
  • Assist with other tasks as needed to support smooth execution of storytelling and social media efforts, including occasional work related to Climate Week programming.

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship will run from June 16, 2025, to August 22, 2025.

Is this internship paid?

Yes, the internship is paid at a rate of $20.50 per hour for a full-time commitment of 35 hours per week.

Where is the internship located?

The internship is based in Washington, DC, at WWF Headquarters.

What is the minimum requirement for applicants to this internship?

Applicants must be actively enrolled students who have not received their degree at the time of the internship start date (June 16, 2025).

What educational backgrounds are preferred for this internship?

The position is aimed at students pursuing a degree in environmental science, environmental studies, communications, or marketing. However, students from other fields are also encouraged to apply.

Are there any specific skills required for this internship?

Yes, candidates should have knowledge of environmental and climate change issues, strong social media proficiency, writing skills, the ability to develop content calendars, and familiarity with social media metrics.

What kind of experience will the intern gain during this internship?

The intern will gain hands-on experience with social media platforms, climate communication, thematic storytelling, and exposure to event planning and execution.

Will there be any professional development opportunities during the internship?

Yes, interns will have access to development discussions, online courses, speed mentoring, and opportunities to present their work to peers and WWF staff.

Is the internship position hybrid?

Yes, this is a hybrid position that requires the intern to be in the WWF Washington, DC Headquarters Office at least 2 days per week.

What materials are required to apply for the internship?

Applicants must submit a resume and a cover letter that highlights relevant skills, connection to nature, obstacles faced in the field of environmental conservation, and how they could contribute to the field.

Do applicants need to provide a letter of recommendation?

Yes, if selected for the role, applicants will need to provide one letter of recommendation as part of the application process.

Are there any eligibility requirements for applicants?

Yes, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.

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Employees
1961
Founded Year

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