Communications Intern

Climate Advisers, a growing mission-driven climate consulting firm, is seeking a part-time paid Communications Intern, working up to 20 hours per week, to support our day to day communications efforts.  The ideal candidate will have experience managing a broad range of communications tools and platforms, ranging from social media and blogs to stakeholder lists and websites, in addition to supporting a dynamic team of advocates and analysts.  The position provides an exciting opportunity to gain exposure to major climate change initiatives and the role communicators play in achieving business and advocacy objectives.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Publishing Content. Edit, format, and distribute external communications (reports, blogs, etc.) on behalf of Climate Advisers.

• Writing. Draft climate-related internal and external communications, including social media, blog posts, op-eds, and other press and marketing materials.  Manage and upload content to several Climate Advisers-related websites.

• Social Media. Assist with the review and analysis of social media content.

• Web.  Maintain and improve multiple websites and online brands.

• Managing Outreach Tools. Track and manage press lists; build, update and maintain contact lists.

Qualifications

• Proven ability, experience and interest in a broad range of communications activities and strategies.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented and organized, with superior written and verbal communication skills.
• High energy, intellectual curiosity, impeccable integrity and sound judgment.
• Ability to absorb and synthesize information quickly.
• Strong writing skills.
• Excellent computer skills with experience in: web design, HTML, WordPress, database management, and social media management.
• Exceptional collaborative style.
• Research skills using online resources.
• Proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, or InDesign preferred.
• Priority given to candidates with a demonstrated commitment to the mission of Climate Advisers: strengthening climate action in the United States and around the world.

Education and Experience

• 1-3 years practical experience in communications support.
• 1-3 years professional experience in a fast-paced office environment.
• Students pursuing a relevant undergraduate degree preferred.
• Candidate must be available 20 hours per week during core office hours (Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm).

Career Path

This position offers a unique opportunity to gain experience in communications, while witnessing and being a part of a leading organization working to strengthen U.S. and international climate policy, with a strong focus on forests and land use.  The successful candidate will have access to an outstanding team of professionals, as well as climate advocates, policy makers and opinion leaders outside the firm.

About the Firm

Founded in 2008, Climate Advisers has rapidly become a leading mission-driven, full-service consulting firm focusing on climate, forest and energy policy. Our mission is to help clients and partners halt climate change in ways that further the public interest and improve their return on investment. Working globally but headquartered in Washington, D.C., Climate Advisers specializes in U.S. climate change policy, international climate cooperation, global carbon markets, demand-side and trade-based climate strategies, low-emissions development, and climate-related forest conservation. Over the past decade we have carried out important original research, convened leading climate change stakeholders, forged new political coalitions, mobilized new voices for climate action, and advised senior policy makers. Our supporters and partners include leading national governments, international financial institutions, companies, think tanks, philanthropic foundations, conservation organizations, and climate advocacy groups.

Climate Advisers is a new type of organization that cuts across traditional boundaries. We combine the rigorous analysis of an independent research institution, strategic approach and responsiveness of a consulting firm, capital markets sophistication of Wall Street analysts, coalition building skills of diplomats and other policy professionals and, vitally, mission-driven values of a public interest advocate. In brief, Climate Advisers marries the professionalism, talent, discipline, and nimbleness of the private sector with the values and goals of the non-profit community.  Visit us at http://www.climateadvisers.com for more information.

B Corporation Status

Climate Advisers is proud to be a Certified B Corporation, a new kind of company that meets higher standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability.  Learn more about B Corporations at www.bcorporation.net.