Global Forest & Trade Network Communications Internship

Title: Global Forest & Trade Network Communications Internship

Stipend/Hours: Unpaid- must receive credit or a stipend from a school or another organization.

Duration: Fall Semester

Description: The Global Forest & Trade Network (GFTN) is WWF's initiative to eliminate illegal logging and improve the management of the world's valuable and threatened forests. By facilitating trade linkages between companies committed to achieving and supporting responsible forestry, the GFTN creates market conditions that help conserve the world's forests while providing economic and social benefits for the business and people who depend on them. GFTN is currently working with over 360 companies in over 34 countries worldwide. More information on GFTN is available at http://gftn.panda.org

Major Duties & Responsibilities: GFTN’s intern will be assigned to work on the development of program materials, a series of writing assignments, as well as the continued research, development and maintenance of a trade media database and global forest communications contact list. In addition, the intern will be asked to maintain and update quarterly statistics for the GFTN newsletter and factsheet as well as other communications utilizing those tools. Ad hoc assignments will also be given including some administrative tasks.

Minimum Requirements: Ideal GFTN candidates should be studying journalism, public relations, or a related field and have a strong interest in conservation and the mission of WWF. Candidates must have excellent writing skills in both academic and professional writing. Qualified interns must also possess excellent oral communication skills, an aptitude for research, and the ability to work under deadlines. The intern is expected to work independently, but must be able to effectively communicate with colleagues around the globe. Academic or professional experience and knowledge of media and effective media relations is preferable.

Contact: Hisayo Fujikawa, Operations Manager, GFTN: Hisayo.fujikawa@wwfus.org