[SPN-Discussion] Winter Internships w/Human Impacts Institute: Do Good, Creatively!

[Lena Golze Desmond]

Applications Now Open!

Winter 2016 Internships with the Human Impacts Institute



About the Human Impacts Institute: As an non-governmental organization
based in NYC, the mission of the Human Impacts Institute is to inspire
action for strong communities and a healthy environment through hands-on
education, coalition building, and using arts and culture for social good.
Our partners range from the United Nations, U.S. Department of State, and
Federal Republic of Germany to major universities and research institutes
to community-based, grassroots groups.  Learn more:
www.HumanImpactsInstitute.org


Winter 2016 Internship Application Information

Internships will last for 12 weeks (mid-January to mid/end March). Only
applicants available for at least 10 weeks and who can commit 20 hours per
week will be considered. Internships are unpaid. Please submit your
application via our website link here
<http://www.humanimpactsinstitute.org/#!opportunities/cyyf> or on our ‘
*Opportunities*’ webpage. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and
applicants will be notified of interviews shortly after their application.
Spring applications are due Tuesday, December 15th, 2015.  All applications
and inquiries should be directed to: info at humanimpactsinstitute.org

What We Offer

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   Working with a team of environmentalists and artists who are passionate
   about inspiring social change and have backgrounds in climate science,
   advocacy, education, policy development, consulting, and more;
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   An open and creative learning environment where interns and staff
   collaborate and co-learn;
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   High level of responsibility and a key role in program development and
   leadership;
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   Joining a diverse, international network of environmental and social
   change professionals;
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   Diverse experiences in education, coalition-building, creative
   messaging, reporting and research (think taking care of oysters in the
   morning, attending climate salons in the evening); and
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   A commitment to supporting your personal goals while pushing your
   leadership skills

Past interns have included international lawyers, media professionals,
certified teachers, as well as graduate and undergrad students. Former HII
interns have gone on to work in such diverse places as Bloomberg, United
Nations Environment Program, the Climate Group, White House Council on the
Environment, and in numerous private consulting firms. All interns will be
given significant programmatic and organizational responsibilities based
upon their internship descriptions and interests.

Who We’re Looking For

Strong preference will be given to applicants who can receive college
credit (undergraduate or graduate) or occupational training credits. This
will be an unpaid internship – but we (hope) you’ll also be richly rewarded
in fun experiences, meeting new people, and making new connections! Interns
are encouraged to apply for outside funding assistance. All available
internships will have flexibility in scheduling, however, interns will be
expected to work on-site (at East River State Park in Brooklyn) at least 20
hours per week. Applicants must have an expressed interest in environmental
issues, education, policy development, international relations, research,
coalition building, and/or not-for-profit organizational work.  In addition
interns are expected to be: self-motivated, organized and open to working
in a variety of learning environments, with diverse communities.

Winter 2016 (mid-January to mid/end March) Internships

All Human Impacts Institute Interns will assist with organizational
development and program support, write blogs and develop community outreach
materials, attend relevant meetings and events, and assist with partnership
development – and have fun!  Below are brief descriptions of specific Human
Impacts Institute internships open for the 2016 cycle:


Experiential Education

Our Experiential Education Intern will help in all aspects of hands-on,
environmental education programs, and planning curricula for 2016 events.
Interns will focus on curriculum development, teaching classes for all
ages, researching educational content, partnership outreach, and developing
creative, educational content for blogs, social media, newsletters, and for
our international partners. Intern applicants should be interested in
hands-on education and in the many components of program development and
facilitation. Experience in environmental issues and/or teaching is a plus.

NGO Management, PR and Marketing

Our NGO Management/PR and Marketing Intern will be predominantly
responsible for further development of Human Impacts Institute’s social
media platforms (Twitter, blog, Facebook, etc.), website content,
organization communications, press packages and brochures, outreach to
press and funders, as well as other issues relating to marketing our
organization and our programs. Interns will also help with the overall
organizational management including responsibilities such as data input,
contacts management, newsletter development, as well as events planning,
partnership development, and fundraising.  All applicants should be skilled
in writing and marketing.  Experience in fundraising is a plus. Some
experience with environmental issues is preferred.

Environmental Leadership

Our Environmental Leadership Intern will work to further develop our
programs in coalition building (local, national and international).
Environmental Leadership interns will also have the opportunity to work on
Human Impacts Institute’s 2016 Creative Climate Awards
<http://www.humanimpactsinstitute.org/#!creative-climate-awards/cyup>.
Environmental Leadership interns will be instrumental in helping to develop
and execute our local, national, and international coalitions and
partnerships.  Responsibilities will include: developing outreach
materials, sponsorship packages for corporate partners, research and
reporting, and strategic partnership development. Interns should have a
good working knowledge of environmental issues (including climate change)
and sustainable development.  Policy and/or science experience is a plus.

Design and Interactive Web Development

The Design and Interactive Web Development Intern will be responsible for
further developing the online and interactive presence of the Human Impacts
Institute and our programs. Interns will particularly focus on creating and
implementing online tools for increased collaboration, outreach and
open-source engagement of the public and partner groups in Human Impacts
Institute's programs. Ideal candidates will have proficiency in website
development/maintenance, Photoshop and/or InDesign, and ability to learn
other online and design tools. Ideal candidates will also have experience
or training in graphic design, illustration, and/or branding. Knowledge or
interest in environmental issues or community development is a plus.

Please also feel free to contact me at programs at humanimpactsinstitute.org
with any questions.

Warmly,
Lena Desmond
-- 
Program Manager
Human Impacts Institute
p: +1 917 727 9761
w: www.humanimpactsinstitute.org
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