Wildlands Conservation Summer Intern

~ Washington Wild works to preserve and restore wild lands and waters in Washington State through education, advocacy and civic engagement. ~

We are a nonprofit organization that brings people together in the vigorous defense of our remaining wild forests, waters, and wildlife. We believe that public lands are a public issue. By educating, empowering, and mobilizing our communities, Washington Wild builds powerful grassroots networks that help protect wild lands throughout the State. 

Position Overview

We are looking for a highly motivated summer intern to join the Washington Wild team for approximately 15-20 hours a week and help us work on conservation issues throughout the state of Washington. This intern will be asked to assist with tasks related to researching conservation issues on wild lands in Washington State, communications, and outreach. 

The Conservation Department works on a number of place-based wilderness campaigns around the state, and this position will provide the intern with hands-on experience using outreach and advocacy to help conserve our wild lands and rivers.

Washington Wild wants to make this a meaningful experience for both our intern and our organization. Since conservation policy and issues are always changing, it is difficult to predict which issues the intern will work on, but it also promises that their work will be relevant and diverse! We are flexible and willing to work to make sure this is a mutually positive experience for both parties and one that is enjoyable for everyone.  

Responsibilities 

Conservation Research Duties Will Include: 

• Assist conservation department with research and analysis of conservation issues related to Washington Wild's various place-based wilderness campaigns 
• Conduct research on state and federal public land policies, such as Roadless areas, BLM land conservation, and National Forest Planning
• Produce policy memos and other correspondence to communicate research results
• Conduct research on a variety of diverse stakeholder groups 
• Additional short-term research tasks may also be assigned 

Communications and Outreach Duties Will Include:

• Help with outreach and events to help promote Washington Wild's mission and educate the public on Washington Wild's current work and campaigns 
• Data entry in campaign databases
• Assist with outreach efforts to non-traditional stakeholders, such as hunters and anglers, religious leaders, business owners, recreation users, and farmers
• Write blog posts and other materials for Washington Wild's web site

Other Responsibilities: 

• Maintain highly organized project files
• Assist with other special projects as available 

Qualifications 

Required Skills: 

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Internet search engines. Knowledge of Publisher, Photoshop, and/or GIS is a plus
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience using social media for effective outreach
• Very strong research skills utilizing a number of different sources 
• Ability to compile a thorough written report and inventory to present research with the necessary supporting documents, such as appendices and bibliographies 

Qualities and Qualifications Desired:

• Strong interest in working on issues related to conservation, public land use, environmental issues, and other relevant fields
• College sophomore or above, studying environmental studies, communications, or similar field
• Positive attitude and a willingness to help out the team doing different tasks when needed 
• Ability to work independently and creatively 
• Ability to communicate well with others and express needs to the team 
• Comfortable talking with a range of people about conservation issues and conducting oneself in a professional manor 
• General interest and commitment to conservation of Washington's wild lands 

Compensation: This is an unpaid internship that offers invaluable work experience with an established environmental non-profit. 

To Apply 

• Please use the email address below to send your resume and a cover letter to Lyndsay Gordon.
• Include your last name and "Conservation Intern" in the subject line.
• Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
• Application period closes Monday June 13th (or until filled). Questions? Call us!