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Description
~ Global Footprint Network promotes a sustainable economy by advancing the Ecological Footprint, a tool that makes sustainability measurable. ~
Together with our partners, we coordinate research, develop methodological standards, and provide decision makers with robust tools to help the human economy operate within the Earth's ecological limits. We work with local and national governments, investors, and opinion leaders to ensure all people live well, within the means of nature.
Because resource constraints and environmental risks, such as climate change, are having an increasing impact on the economic health of nations, many in the finance industry are seeking new tools to guide investment decisions, especially in relation to country risk and sovereign bonds.
In order to address this gap, Global Footprint Network has launched its Finance for Change Program. Finance for Change seeks to create a systemic shift in the way investors measure resource risk. If significant shifts in investment patterns occur as a result of better risk models, this will also send a strong signal to governments that improved management of their natural assets is essential to their economic performance.
Click here for more information about Global Footprint Network and the Ecological Footprint.
Internship Overview
Are you interested in shaping a new program for an international nonprofit focused on global sustainability? Global Footprint Network is seeking an intern to work on the Finance for Change program for Summer 2016. Hours are flexible but we prefer a minimum commitment of 16 hours per week for 12 weeks.
Responsibilities
- Research opportunities and emerging trends such as firms in the market place and new products
- Support CEO in creating a business plan for a spin off organization
- Shadow the CEO at meetings and on phone calls
- Take notes and follow up
- Help CEO with her sales pipeline and presentations
- Support ongoing webinars for potential clients
Qualifications
Individuals with the following experience are encouraged to apply:
- A current MBA, finance or economics graduate student;
- Experience in the finance industry, with demonstrated interest in sovereign bond investing or country risk analysis;
- Strong writing, research and communications experience; and
- An interest in sustainability.
Benefits
Our internship positions are unpaid, however, a small stipend is offered. Free healthy lunches are provided most days. School credit may be available depending on the requirements of your institution. This internship offers a unique opportunity to be part of an innovative organization.
No phone calls, please.