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BR-2512 Sustainable Livelihoods 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, possess strong communication skills, and have experience in conservation or sustainable development. Embrace collaboration and WWF's core values.
  • You will review evidence on sustainable enterprise goals, develop case studies, conduct interviews, identify partners, and summarize findings in a report and presentation for the Oceans team.

Requirements

  • Pursuing an Associate’s or Bachelor’s program in Environmental Studies, Sustainable Development, Marine Conservation, or International Development
  • 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).
  • Strong reading and writing skills.
  • Experience and/or exposure to conservation science, sustainable development, or related fields in economics/finance (e.g. via coursework).
  • Displays interpersonal skills to successfully conduct interviews with Country/Program Office Staff, and is proactive and communicative throughout the process.
  • Ability to work respectfully in a multi-cultural environment.
  • Eagerness to work collaboratively across a multi-disciplinary team.
  • 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.
  • Subject expertise in one or more of the following areas is preferred, but not required:
  • Strong interpersonal skills (e.g. the ability to ask interview questions, the ability to be proactive in making connections across WWF offices)
  • Basic qualitative research skills or experience in presenting information in thoughtful and creative ways. This can be demonstrated through coursework.

Responsibilities

  • Develop a typology of goals for sustainable enterprise investments in conservation and use the typology as a framework to conduct a rapid review of the evidence on the success of conservation and development programs on achieving these goals.
  • Based on the evidence review, identify 1-2 possible case studies within WWF’s seascape programs to illustrate real-world examples of sustainable livelihood programs and their impacts at WWF.
  • Develop case studies by gathering and reviewing project documents and strategies on sustainable enterprises and conduct semi-structured interviews with WWF Country/Program Office staff to understand (a) the motivation for sustainable enterprise investments and (b) their perceived social and ecological impact.
  • Identify local actors in seascapes to inform potential partnerships and funding opportunities.
  • Summarize findings of the evidence review and case studies in a short report.
  • Develop a final presentation to be presented to the Oceans team, and country and program offices teams at the end of the internship.

FAQs

What is the title of the internship position?

The title of the internship position is BR-2512 Sustainable Livelihoods Undergraduate Intern.

What organization is offering this internship?

The internship is being offered by WWF (World Wildlife Fund).

What are the internship dates?

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

Is this internship paid?

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

What qualifications are required to apply?

Applicants must be pursuing an Associate’s or Bachelor’s program in Environmental Studies, Sustainable Development, Marine Conservation, or International Development, and must be actively enrolled as a student without having received their degree at the time of the internship start date.

Are there preferred qualifications for this internship?

Yes, preferred qualifications include subject expertise in conservation areas, strong interpersonal skills, and basic qualitative research skills or experience in presenting information.

Where can the internship be completed?

The internship can be completed either in Washington, DC, or other states, with some exceptions including Hawaii, Kentucky, Nevada, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, and Wyoming.

Will there be professional development opportunities during the internship?

Yes, interns will have access to professional development discussions with their manager, online courses through Cornell University's eCornell program, speed mentoring, and opportunities to present their work.

What should be included in the cover letter for the application?

The cover letter should describe relevant skills and interest for the position, connection to nature and the environment, obstacles experienced in breaking into the field of environmental conservation, and potential contributions to the field.

Is prior experience required for this internship?

While prior experience is not required, exposure to conservation science, sustainable development, or related fields is preferred.

What are the learning outcomes for this internship?

Learning outcomes include conducting qualitative social research, project management and coordination, gaining technical knowledge on sustainable enterprises and community-based conservation, presentation and communication skills, and group work with international collaboration.

Do applicants need to provide a letter of recommendation?

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

Are applicants required to be legally authorized to work in the U.S.?

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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