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Description
India compromises 2.4 percent of the world's land, while supporting 16 percent of the world's population, which has resulted in a severely unsustainable use of natural resources for several generations. Currently, India is experiencing rapid and widespread environmental degradation at alarming rates. Click here to learn more about Environmental Conservation and Policy in Jodhpur, India>>
What FSD is Doing: FSD invests in dozens of grassroots partners who are working on the frontlines 365 days a year to improve the livelihood of youth throughout Africa, India and South America. One of the key ways we support our partners is through FSD's Intern Abroad Program. This program is designed for students and young professionals seeking to build their knowledge and skill sets in grassroots International Development. Our goal is to provide local partners with the key resources they need and Interns with an immersive, high quality learning experience that allows them to contribute meaningfully to new and ongoing projects.
Read more about FSD's model and programs that support community-based development around the world at FSD.
Responsibilities:
As an FSD Intern in India, you will...
- Work side-by-side with a NGO specializing in your specific area of interest related to environmental conservation and policy.
- Receive training essential to sustainable development, such as: community asset mapping, collaborative project design, and project evaluation.
- Gain grantwriting and project management experience through providing strategic, hands-on support to critical projects in partnership with your local NGO.
- Access the FSD Alumni Network to connect with like-minded individuals who help one another reach their academic and professional goals.
Click here for more information about our internship programs.