Digital Communications Intern, Clean Air Catalyst
Company: World Resources Institute (WRI)
Location: Washington
Posted on: October 11, 2024
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Job Description:
About the Program:
Air pollution is the world's number one environmental health risk,
responsible for to up to7 million deathsevery year. Beyond human
health, the impacts of worsening air pollution are also affecting
climate change, the water cycle, energy and food production. WRI's
One Atmosphere program is focused on accelerating air quality
action through the Clean Air Catalyst, a US Agency for
International Development-funded partnership working at the
city-level in India, Indonesia and Kenya. Additional projects
include CanAIRY Alert, a pollution forecasting tool for cities in
low-and middle-income countries and the Southeast Asia Community of
Practice for air quality managers. This internship offers a unique
opportunity to immerse a young professional in WRI's vision and
culture, collaborating with science and communication experts and
leaders in the international Air Quality field to meet the mission
and requirements of a high-level donor. This is a hybrid position
which requires 8 days per month in the office. You can be based in
our office in Washington DC Office. Existing work authorization is
required at the time of application submission as WRI is unable to
sponsor any visa work sponsorship for this position. To be eligible
for this position, you must be a resident of DC, Maryland or
Virginia at the start of employment.What you will do:In this role,
you will focus primarily on social media content and strategy,
digital engagement, email marketing and data analytics--working
across multiple platforms, including Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn
and Facebook - to support communication objectives of the Clean Air
Catalyst (cleanaircatalyst.org), CanAIRY Alert (canairyalert.org)
and other WRI One Atmosphere projects. In addition, depending on
skills and interests, you may be asked to create data visuals,
develop presentation decks, write and edit blogs and web content,
organize webinars and in-person events, and manage SquareSpace
website updates. This position will report to Beth Elliott,
Communications and Engagement Lead. You will be supported by WRI's
Global Air Quality team based in Washington DC, London, Indore,
India, Jakarta, Indonesia, Nairobi, Kenya and Mexico CityInternship
Learning Outcomes:Social Media Strategies and Digital Content
Production (40%) generate content ideas and social media strategies
to promote WRI and partners' work on air quality and clean air
solutions write text and create visuals for social media posts and
website updatesGraphic design and video production (25%) use
software systems like Canva and Adobe to create compelling social
media graphics, multi-media online content and communications
materials use basic editing programs to edit videos for social
media and website, upload to YouTube Support production and
distribution of newsletter Manage photo database of project
videosWriting and editing (25%) research and write clear and
compelling project updates, blogs, factsheets and other
communications materials Edit communication materials to ensure
adherence to AP Style Project management (10%) Schedule online and
social media communications through Emplifi Manage email and
newsletter marketingWhat you will need:Undergraduate student or new
college graduate (preferably with studies in Communications, Public
Relations, and/or other Sustainability-relateddegrees)Familiarity
with air quality, climate, public health and/or international
development issuesKnowledge of digital media landscape for global
environmental organizations and in country-specific contexts such
as Kenya, Indonesia and India.Ability to present complex
information in a clear and concise mannerKnowledge of social media
platforms and web designExcellent research, writing and verbal
skillsExperience in graphic design and/or data visualization using
design tools like Canva, Flourish, AdobeHighly responsible,
self-motivatedAbility to shoot, edit and produce social videos a
plusCompensationThe pay for this internship opportunity is
$20/hourfor undergrads; $22/hour for graduates and $24/hour for PhD
students. Length of Contract: This is a part-time, 6-months
internship with a flexible start and end date.Location:* This is a
hybrid internship that will be based out of our Washington D.C.
office.* You will be required to work in the Washington DC office
at least 8 days per month.* WRI will provide a laptop for the
duration of your internship.
How to Apply:
Please submit a resume with a cover letter. Applicants mustapply
through the WRI Careers portal to be considered.About Us: Founded
in 1982, World Resources Institute (WRI) is an independent,
nonprofit global research organization that turns big ideas into
action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunity, and human
well-being. We are working to address seven critical challenges
that the world must overcome this decade to secure a sustainable
future for people and the planet: climate change, energy, food,
forests, water, sustainable cities, and the ocean. WRI has a global
staff of over 1,800 people with work spanning 60 countries. We have
offices in Africa, Brazil, China, Europe, India, Indonesia, Mexico,
Colombia, and the United States, aswell as a growing presence in
other countries and regions.
The foundation of our work is delivering high-quality research,
data, maps, and analysis to solve the world's greatest environment
and international development challenges and improve people's
lives. We work with leaders in government, business, and civil
society to drive ambitious action and create change on the ground.
Equally important, we bring together partners to develop
breakthrough ideas and scale-up solutions for far-reaching,
enduring impact.Internships at WRI are learning experiences
designed for current students, recent graduates, and other
candidates who wish to gain knowledge about a specific area of our
work. We strive to attract diverse, intellectually driven
candidates who have a passion for sustainability and development.
WRI provides many internship opportunities throughout the year in
all our programs.
WRI is committed to advancing gender, racial, and social equity for
human well-being in our mission and applies this principle to our
organizational and programmatic practices.
Our mission and values:WRI's mission is to move human society to
live in ways that protect Earth's environment and its capacity to
provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future
generations.Our values are shared ideals that bind us together:
Integrity, Innovation, Urgency, Independence, Respect.
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