Internship

Urban Green Council, the New York Chapter of the U.S. Green Building Council, a nonprofit organization working to advance sustainability in the urban built environment, has an excellent opportunity for highly motivated and enthusiastic individuals who are interested in getting involved with the growing green building movement.

Position Overview: 

Part-time Spring Interns will assist in various aspects of the organization’s operations, including membership, development, communications, and program support.  Interns will also provide some administrative support to Urban Green Council Staff, including assistance with calls and email traffic and other general tasks.  Candidates should have the ability to work well with a diverse staff, able to take on special projects, and work independently.

Responsibilities: 

Specific Responsibilities may include: 

• Assist membership and development activities, including some special event support (member meetings, etc.)
• Assist communications department
• Provide administrative support to public educational programs, including processing continuing education credits
• Handle general administrative tasks
• Take on special projects as needed

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree obtained or in progress (candidates in their last 2 years of study will be considered); environmental or building-related field of study preferred
• Strong interest in and understanding of green building and environmental issues
• Detail-oriented, able to handle multiple tasks and to work independently
• Familiarity with basic office software (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Strong organizational skills

Compensation: This is a 2-day per week, unpaid internship.  Internship duration is mid-January to mid-May 2010. Urban Green Council interns will have the opportunity to attend in Urban Green Council educational programs and events, free of charge.

To Apply: 

Please email resume and cover letter with "Spring Intern" in the subject line by December 30th, to Monica DeSimone.