Student Network Internship

~ Who is Greenpeace? Greenpeace is the leading independent environmental campaigning organization that uses peaceful direct action and creative communication to expose global environmental problems and to promote solutions that are essential to a green and peaceful future. ~

Greenpeace is best known for non-violent direct actions-the peaceful activities we deploy to defend the planet, advance our campaigns, and inspire citizens to become active in working toward a more green and peaceful planet. A sampling of images from our 35+-year history shows the breadth of our activities and extent of our capabilities. The opportunity for creativity and innovation is vast. 

Position Overview  

The Student Network intern will manage major pieces of our Student Network communications strategy, engage and mobilize Student Network activists, develop campaign materials, and work closely with Student Network staff. 

Primary Responsibilities 

• Online social network management
• Campaign development and implementation
• Research
• Contacting campuses about their purchasing decisions
• Administrative support
• Assisting with event planning
• Writing blog entries
• Writing and editing campaign materials
• Direct activist engagement
• Assisting with trainings for student activists 

Skills You May Learn 

• Planning
• Setting goals
• Online research
• Writing for campaigns
• Student Organizing

Qualifications 

• Applicants must be over 18, but do not have to be current students. Applicants must show commitment to protecting the planet and building a green and peaceful future.
• A strong applicant will also have excellent verbal and written communications skills, experience with Excel and Google tools, strong online research skills and the ability to work well independently.
• You'll need a proven grounding in grassroots organizing and/or enthusiasm for the power of grassroots movements, and a commitment to non-violence as a means of affecting change. 

Benefits  

• A Greenpeace Internship is a great way to learn first-hand how an international environmental campaigning organization works.
• You'll gain issue expertise, build valuable career skills and make connections.
• In addition to job training, you'll have the opportunity to take part in trainings such as corporate campaigning, non-violent direct action, media relations and grassroots outreach.
• You'll get to meet awesome people and work alongside experienced staff in a casual, high-energy environment.

Program Details 

• Our fall internships start September 8th and end December 5th.
• Part time and full time positions available.
• Each intern is trained and closely supervised by a member of the department to which they've been assigned.
• We are flexible with your schedule and can help you receive class credit. All internships are unpaid.
• Unfortunately Greenpeace cannot provide travel or housing.
• Click here to learn more.  

~ Diverse perspectives and experience enhance the way Greenpeace selects and approaches issues, as well as the creativity and effectiveness of our campaigns. Greenpeace strongly encourages applications from women, people of color, and other under-represented communities. ~