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Background:  Sea Shepherd Legal is a growing nonprofit environmental law firm passionately committed to saving marine wildlife and habitats by enforcing, strengthening, and developing protective laws, treaties, policies, and practices worldwide. We firmly believe that it is our duty to provide a voice for marine wildlife. We uphold that duty by working to combat the mounting threats jeopardizing the vitality of the oceans. Our core team consists of attorneys and policy specialists who are supported by multi-disciplinary and sectoral allies, including scientific advisors, investigators, law school environmental programs, and government officials.  We share an overarching mission with our sister organization, Sea Shepherd.  However, rather than employing direct action techniques, we accomplish our goals using legal and policy tools – for example, by helping government partners develop stronger laws for marine wildlife and litigating against agencies to ensure appropriate application of policies.  Working extensively on both international and domestic fronts, Sea Shepherd Legal has a developed a unique and multifaceted docket. General examples include: Engaging in litigation in the United States and abroad to encourage the enhancement and proper application of sound environmental policy. Combating marine wildlife crime in multiple countries by assessing relevant domestic and international law and providing training, briefing, and other support to government officials. Actively participating in projects to help implement and strengthen international regimes such as CITES and CMS, by collaborating directly with relevant Secretariats and Member States. Position: Sea Shepherd Legal is seeking a full-time Staff Attorney who strongly shares our passion for the wild. The Staff Attorney is required to be based in the United States, with other international locations considered on a case-by-case basis. Given the global scope of our projects, the Staff Attorney may be required to make several international and/or domestic trips per year and occasionally be available to work in varied time zones.  When not traveling, the Staff Attorney will likely fulfill their duties by telecommuting/working remotely.  The Staff Attorney will work to enhance protections for marine wildlife and habitats across the globe by participating in litigation, policy development, and associated public outreach.  Primary Duties of Position: Track, analyze, apply, develop, and enhance domestic and foreign legislation and regulations. Litigate cases under state and federal laws including the APA, ESA, MMPA, andNEPA. Comment on proposed rulemaking and preparation of petitions for rulemaking before federal and state agencies domestically, and via comparable avenues in foreign jurisdictions. Engage with agency officials, UN body representatives, partner NGOs, and the general public. Speak publicly at hearings, conferences, and other events. Prepare communications such as press releases, blogs, position papers, and other materials. Travel domestically and internationally. Applicant Preferred Qualities, Qualifications, and Skills: A demonstrated strong commitment to environmental protection – this is not just a job; it is an opportunity to make a vast difference. A minimum of five years of legal experience, with a preference for a candidate with a litigation background, ideally complemented by environmental policy expertise. Admitted to practice law in one or more jurisdictions within the United States. Ideally, some familiarity with international/regional legal regimes, such as CITES, CMS, CBD, UNCLOS, and RFMOs, and/or experience with domestic law including the APA, ESA, MMPA, andNEPA. Scientific literacy and a keen understanding of natural processes. Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills. Ability to manage a project docket and work well independently and with others as part of a team. Strong preference will be given to applicants with fluency in French, Spanish, and/or Portuguese. Salary is commensurate with experience and in-line with comparable nonprofit positions. Sea Shepherd Legal offers the following benefits package: Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance; 403(b) retirement savings plan; state bar licensing and continuing education  fees; generous time-off policies; unique travel and educational experiences; and a positive and congenial work atmosphere. Application Process: Please apply electronically by submitting all of the following documents to: Sea Shepherd Legal Executive Director, Catherine Pruett, at  catherine@seashepherdlegal.org Cover letter Resume List of three references Writing sample (10 pages or less, excerpts from larger works will be accepted) The position will remain open until filled. No telephone calls, please. We will only contact candidates whom we have selected for interviews, and we will only consider candidates who provide all requested application materials. Sea Shepherd Legal deeply values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We cultivate an engaging work-life balance structure to ensure that our staff can remain refreshed and committed to our critical cause –  Securing Justice for the Sea .

Knowledge/ Skills/ Attitudes The ideal candidate must have an experience of more than 5 years in the field of tools and strategies for mitigating climate change, and a strong motivation towards issues related to Climate Change and more generally to Sustainability. Technical requires Detailed knowledge of issues related to climate change, greenhouse gas emissions and sustainability Knowledge of Carbon Accounting issues, industry standards (ISO 14064-67, GHG Protocol and its variants, PAS 2050) and standards for Carbon Neutrality (PAS 2060) Experience on Scope 3 emissions assessment techniques and methods Detailed knowledge of the legislative frameworks at European and Italian level Excellent organizational, planning and team management skills Excellent communication skills and relationship with customers Degree in economic or engineering disciplines, with specialization in Green Management and Sustainability Will be a bonus Familiarity with issues related to Climate Change, including Science Based Target, CDP reporting system, assessment of corporate risk linked to the climate and scenario analysis Knowledge of the ESG theme and of the main reference sustainability indices (DJSI, FTSEforGood) Familiarity with TCFD recommendations and other publications aimed at supporting organizations in managing their environmental impacts Excellent data management skills and related IT management tools Preparation for study and analysis with a view to innovation and specialized training of the Team Good writing skills, creation of concise and well structured documents and reports Willingness to travel and travel on the national territory Languages English: Good level of spoken, reading and writing as a prerequisite Location The candidate will work at the Carbonsink Office in Milan. Availability to travel in Italy and internationally depending on the tasks. Type of Employment Permanent, full-time The classification and the economic offer will be influenced by the seniority of the selected candidate.  

The Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML) has an open National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Specialist position located in the Fort Campbell, KY. For full position details and to submit application materials, please visit: http://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/74477 Emailed or mailed applications will not be accepted. CSU is an EO/EA/AA employer and conducts background checks on all final candidates. A NEPA Specialist position is available with the Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML). This position will be located at Fort Campbell, KY. The incumbent will provide technical support to the Environmental Division at Fort Campbell to fulfil compliance requirements under NEPA. This support will include serving as a subject matter expert on NEPA and related regulatory requirements, conducing compliance audits, tracking proposed actions and process status, implementing NEPA training, and preparing technical documents for governmental approval. Required Qualifications:  A Master’s degree in appropriate field (such as environmental policy, environmental compliance, natural resource management or closely related field) or a Bachelor’s degree in appropriate field and 3 years of experience. Must have knowledge and experience in the application of the NEPA process per CEQ 40 CFR Parts 1500-1508, 42 USC § 4321 and 32 CFR 651. Must have experience in project review and data input into a work management database. Must have experience conducting NEPA training for large audiences. Must have experience in technical writing of Environmental Assessment, Records of Environmental Considerations, Construction Site Clearances, and Environmental Condition of Property in accordance with defined NEPA procedures. Functional knowledge of desktop computer systems, Windows-based operating systems, Microsoft Office software applications, and ESRI Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software applications is required. Must have knowledge of using computer automation and administrative functions necessary for collection, interpretation, recording, storage, dissemination, and reporting of environmental data. The incumbent will be required to perform frequent fieldwork and therefore shall be experienced with working in outdoor conditions. The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by the proposed start date; CEMML will not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Must have a valid and current driver’s license or be able to obtain a valid driver’s license by employment start date. Preferred Qualifications:  Two or more years of relevant professional experience working with NEPA compliance. Experience conducting NEPA audits. Experience developing and leading NEPA training for various audiences. Demonstrated excellence and experience in technical writing of NEPA documents. Experience designing or executing systems or processes to effectively manage projects or programs. Experience conducting NEPA compliance on military installations. Experience or demonstrated knowledge of NEPA compliance related to environmental resources and regulations. Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office software applications and ESRI GIS software. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in the announcement to be considered for hire. Apply no later than 2/26/2020 for full consideration at jobs.colostate.edu. Mailed or emailed applications will not be accepted. Upload each of the items below individually as a Word Document (.doc), PDF (.pdf), or Rich Text Format (.rtf). Please note that incomplete applications cannot be considered. Please remove social security numbers and birth dates from application materials. A complete application consists of: 1) Statement of Qualifications (one-page letter addressing each qualification described in the announcement) uploaded in the ‘Cover Letter’ slot. 2) Resume 3) Transcripts (for each degree earned that is listed under qualifications) uploaded in the ‘Official Transcripts’ or ‘Unofficial Transcripts’ slot. 4) Degree Conferral (copy of diploma if transcripts do not include confirmation that degree was awarded) uploaded in the ‘Other’ slot. 5) Certifications pertinent to position uploaded in the ‘License/Certifications’ slot. 6) References – please include within your application contact information for 3 professional references including at least one supervisor. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.  

Design and publish compelling organization-wide visual communications and marketing materials for internal and external audiences, including publications, donor outreach, and news media, through print and webbased materials; and social media platforms. Manage production of printed materials, including reports, fundraising documents, and signage.  For a full job description and instructions on how to apply, visit-  https://www.openspaceinstitute.org/careers

Earthjustice is seeking a Staff Attorney to join our Rocky Mountain Regional Office in Denver. Earthjustice is the nation’s premier nonprofit environmental law organization.  We take on the biggest, most precedent-setting cases across the country.  We wield the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect people’s health; to preserve magnificent places and wildlife; to advance clean energy; and to combat climate change.  We partner with thousands of groups, supporters, individuals and communities to engage the critical environmental issues of our time and bring about positive change.  We are here  because the earth needs a good lawyer. Founded in 1971, Earthjustice has a distinguished track record of achieving significant, lasting environmental protections.  We achieve this by hiring those who share a passion for justice and a healthy environment for all.  Our headquarters are in San Francisco with thirteen offices across the U.S., including the Denver office.  Attorneys in the Denver office handle a wide range of litigation arising primarily in the Intermountain West and Southwest.  Our current docket focuses on:  (1) protecting public lands and wildlife from fracking, mining, and other threats; (2) transitioning Colorado and other states from reliance on dirty fossil fuels to clean, renewable energy; and (3) defending disproportionately impacted and tribal communities from pollution and other environmental harm.  The new Staff Attorney may eventually work in any of these focal areas depending on the needs of the office and our clients, but in the near term, s/he will be expected to focus on matters related to climate change and oil and gas regulation.   The Rocky Mountain office is located in the heart of downtown Denver near the federal and state courthouses, public transportation, Coors Field (home of the Colorado Rockies baseball team), and the vibrant LoDo, RiNo, and Capitol Hill neighborhoods.  We are also a bike-friendly office, located near many of Denver’s bike paths.  We strive to produce the highest quality legal work in a diverse, inclusive, supportive, and collegial environment. To learn more about the Denver office and our work, click  here .  Responsibilities: Lead litigation efforts in federal district and appellate courts, state courts and administrative tribunals. Develop new cases in a strategic fashion; conduct factual investigations; develop legal theories; draft pleadings and briefs; and otherwise manage new and existing cases. Collaborate in team problem solving, litigation strategy, and project management. Provide mentoring and supervision to more junior lawyers, interns and litigation assistants. Manage relationships with outside co-counsel, clients, and coalition partners. Integrate communications and legislative advocacy into litigation and other legal strategies. Contribute to efforts to ensure a diverse, equitable and inclusive work culture that encourages and celebrates differences Qualifications: At least six years of litigation experience, with experience in the role of lead trial or appellate counsel. Proven research, analysis, writing, and oral advocacy skills. Experience mentoring and supervising others. Ability to master new competencies as required to address client needs. Ability to work effectively both independently and in collaboration with others. Creativity, good judgment, and a strong work ethic. A commitment to public interest work and a passion for Earthjustice’s mission. Ability to travel as needed for case work, court appearances and presentations. An awareness of, and sensitivity to, the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds and orientations. Commitment to the creation of a diverse, equitable and inclusive work culture that encourages and celebrates differences.  Admitted, or willing to apply for admission within one year, to the Colorado bar. We offer a mission- and employee-focused work environment and a competitive compensation package that includes excellent benefits.  Earthjustice is an equal opportunity employer and highly values diversity.  People of color are strongly encouraged to apply. For litigators and advocates committed to saving the planet and the people who depend on it,  Staff Attorney at Earthjustice is the best job on the planet . Learn more about our Staff Attorney careers and work online here:  https://earthjustice.org/about/jobs/staff-attorney Salary depends on experience and location. Salary range in Denver, CO: $127,890+ depending on experience To Apply Interested candidates should submit a:  Resume. Cover letter that addresses (1) why you are drawn to this position and whether there are particular legal, environmental, or justice issues that inspire you; and (2) aspects of your background that demonstrate competence to work with diverse clients and colleagues.  Writing sample, preferably a legal brief or memorandum you have written. Three professional references. We will review applications on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Please reach out to  jobs@earthjustice.org  if you are having technical difficulties submitting your application. No phone calls, drop-ins, or hard copies. Earthjustice is driven by a passion for justice, partnership, and excellence. Our core values lead us to seek a broad range of perspectives and backgrounds to achieve our mission and to maintain an inclusive environment where all staff are valued and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to employment practices that ensure that employees and applicants for employment are provided with equal opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other factor that is not related to the position. For positions located within the City and County of San Francisco:  Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. For positions located within the City of Los Angeles:  We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

Earthjustice is now accepting applications for a Deputy Managing Attorney to join our team of lawyers and advocates working at the California Regional Office.  We seek an experienced attorney with strong interest and skills in management and at least ten years of litigation experience.  This position will be located in San Francisco, CA. Earthjustice is the premier nonprofit environmental law organization.  We take on the biggest, most precedent-setting cases across the country.  We wield the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect people’s health; to preserve magnificent places and wildlife; to advance clean energy; and to combat climate change.  We partner with thousands of groups, supporters, individuals and communities to engage the critical environmental issues of our time, and bring about positive change.   We are here because the earth needs a good lawyer . Founded in 1971, Earthjustice is the nation’s premier nonprofit environmental law organization with a distinguished track record of achieving significant and lasting environmental protections.  We wield the power of the law and the strength of partnerships to protect people’s health; preserve magnificent places and wildlife; speed the transition from fossil fuels to clean energy; and combat climate change. We partner with other organizations, supporters, and citizens to engage the critical environmental issues of our time, and to bring about positive change.   Earthjustice’s California Regional Office was the first of the now fifteen Earthjustice offices.  With offices in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Sacramento, the California Regional Office covers almost all areas of our work.  We fight for the rights of all Californians to a healthy environment.  We fight to protect the magnificent natural spaces and wildlife found only in California.  And, we fight to transition California to a zero-emissions future fueled by clean, fossil-free energy.  Earthjustice’s work in California is particularly important given California is both a health and climate leader and yet is still one of the largest producers of oil, home to some of the worst air in the country, contains and faces some of the most challenging water issues, and is seeing its unique biodiversity face unprecedented threats.  Essential Duties and Responsibilities Management (approximately 50%-60%) Directly supervise program attorneys and professional staff. Responsible for managing direct reports’ workload; providing continuous and consistent performance feedback; mentoring and assisting in career advancement, and working with them to create and achieve professional development goals. Ensure that direct reports with supervisory responsibility properly execute those functions. Responsible for implementation of the Associate Attorney program. Work with Managing Attorney, Supervising Staff Attorneys, and Staff Attorneys to offer an effective and rewarding program to Associate Attorneys.  Create or identify strategic opportunities for team-building and staff engagement to strengthen teamwork, interaction and collaboration. Contribute to a learning culture by,  e.g. , encouraging and facilitating debriefing after completion of significant stages of projects. Work with the Managing Attorney and other staff to recruit, evaluate, and hire qualified candidates for open positions. Help ensure the advancement of Earthjustice’s diversity, equity, and inclusion goals and values. Work with the Managing Attorney and Senior Legal Practice Administrator to implement internal operational policies and procedures. Work with Communications to advance our work both at the California Regional Office and organization-wide. Assist Managing Attorney in collaborating with Development on identifying potential funding as well as engaging with new and existing funders. Litigation (approximately 40-50%) Work with Managing Attorney and team to develop litigation and advocacy strategies to support programmatic goals, including alignment with organization-wide strategic plans, core values, priorities, and other administrative policies and guidance. Litigate cases or conduct advocacy from beginning to end, performing all aspects of the litigation or specific advocacy. Collaborate and manage relationships with co-counsel, clients, and coalition partners. Cultivate new and diverse allies and coalition partners in support of our program goals, and that advance our efforts to ensure that equity and social justice considerations inform every aspect of our work. Serve as a spokesperson for Earthjustice and our clients. Work effectively with other departments within Earthjustice, including Communications, Development, and Policy and Legislation, to achieve program goals. Qualifications Juris Doctorate (JD) degree or equivalent non-US or other law degree. A minimum of 10 years of litigation experience. Licensed to practice law in the US jurisdiction in which the position is located, or willing and qualified to apply for and be admitted to membership within 14 months of employment. Excellent management skills, including ability to promote the career development of staff, and foster effective communication, collaboration, decision-making, and mutual respect. Ability to effectively manage a diverse team with strong emotional intelligence and cultural humility. Commitment to and experience in developing team skills and talents to meet evolving needs and goals. Ability to give and receive regular formal and informal positive and constructive feedback in a timely, constructive, respectful, and consistent manner, and to incorporate debriefing into the team’s operations. Experience and interest in coaching, guiding, and mentoring staff. Strong capacity for strategic thinking preferred, including in designing and implementing effective litigation and legal advocacy. Ability to effectively manage a docket of legal advocacy strategies, lead a litigation team, and work collaboratively with colleagues and partner organizations. Understands the individual and team strengths and areas for development and develops plans accordingly.  Commitment to and experience in developing team skills and talents to meet the evolving needs of an organization. Proficiency in working with technical experts. Strong skills in communicating litigation and advocacy goals and messages to the media and supporters preferred. Commitment to serving the public interest, and a passion for the role of Earthjustice and its mission. Demonstrated awareness of and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds and orientations. Ability to contribute to the creation of a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work culture that encourages and celebrates differences.            Salary is based on experience and location.  Salary range in San Francisco, CA: $170,910 - $189,900 We offer a mission- and employee-focused work environment and a competitive compensation package, including excellent benefits. Earthjustice is an equal opportunity employer and highly values diversity. To Apply : Interested candidates should submit a: Resume. One- to two-page cover letter that explains your interest in the Deputy Managing Attorney position, and describes your approach to effective management. Writing sample that demonstrates your own legal analysis and writing ( e. , not written jointly with or edited by other people). List of three references. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Please, no phone calls, hard copies, or drop-ins. If you're having technical difficulties submitting your application, reach out to  jobs@earthjustice.org   Earthjustice is driven by a passion for justice, partnership, and excellence. Our core values lead us to seek a broad range of perspectives and backgrounds to achieve our mission and to maintain an inclusive environment where all staff are valued and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to employment practices that ensure that employees and applicants for employment are provided with equal opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other factor that is not related to the position. For positions located within the City and County of San Francisco:  Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. For positions located within the City of Los Angeles:  We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

The sPower finance team is comprised of over 30 members, divided into Structured Finance, M&A, FP&A, Accounting, Tax, Treasury as well as working with the development team’s Origination department. The rotation program will cover four of those areas over two years. At the end of the two-year program, analysts will join a group permanently.  We’re looking for smart, motivated individuals with diverse and educational backgrounds to help drive our future success and share in our collective achievements.   The position will be a permanent hire in Salt Lake City.  The rotation would then likely be the following: (1) Structured Finance, (2) Treasury, (3) Origination, (4) M&A   Rotational Program offers The sPower Rotational program is a two-year development program designed to (1) create a fundamental skill set in project finance and M&A, (2) teach crucial leadership skills and (3) provide a rich experience through a challenging, fast-paced rotational program. Candidates will get a holistic view of the company through cross-business unit and cross-functional rotations and participation in development opportunities, including mentoring, and exposure to executives. Candidates will have the opportunity to be paired with a mentor to build a strong relationship and establish short - and long- range career goals.  Active participation in the program will equip candidates with the skills and knowledge necessary to drive performance and integration among business functions   The Recruiting Process HR will source resumes and circulate to hiring managers. Selected applicants will be invited to interview with the hiring team.   Who is Eligible? Candidates must be graduating with a minimum of a bachelor’s degree (MA is a plus). Degrees with a business focus (economics, finance, applied math, science, etc.) will be considered but the key is the person, not the degree. Strong candidates will exhibit the following: Strong business and financial savvy with the ability to support a high-performance organization that will deliver operational excellence and meet or exceed financial targets Excellent verbal and communication skills Knowledge and capabilities to work in Microsoft Excel, Word and Power Point Diligent, detailed oriented, and dynamic. Able to self-organize priorities Strong aptitude to learn complex concepts (tax rules, energy policy, financial structures, etc.) Fun to work with   How is Performance on the Program Evaluated Performance will be evaluated at two levels. Each hosting manager will evaluate candidates twice during the rotation: at the mid-point and upon completion. Upon completion of the two-year program, candidates will coordinate with hosting managers to transition to a full-time challenging position consistent with career interests and the needs of the company.   The Finance Group is Comprised of the Following Groups:   Structured Finance – supports all aspects of project development, PPA execution and project construction with financial analysis and capital raising. The team is exposed to an assortment of innovative financing options. This variety of deals requires team members to adapt to each one quickly and it presents the opportunity to learn from unique interconnected financial, legal, tax, and project execution challenges. In 2018, the team raised approximately $1.3 billion in construction debt and tax equity. The rotational analyst will be responsible for the financial modeling of tax equity and debt transactions and will be a key deal team member supporting the execution and financial closing for sPower renewable energy projects. Mergers & Acquisitions – focused on analyzing potential project acquisitions in all stages of development which would support sPower’s continued growth. The team members screen all potential deals by gathering supporting information on the asset’s projected cash flows and development status (including engineering, interconnection, permitting, etc.). In 2018, the team acquired a $39 million interest in a project based in Idaho and screened over [ ] projects. The Rotational Analyst will be expected to participate in the financial modeling and due diligence process for all potential acquisitions. Treasury – Oversees and maintains the sPower’s cash forecasting process, works with project managers to forecast future costs, coordinates cash forecast items and payments, processes capital call requests and parent loans with company’s shareholders, cash draws on revolving line of credit, manage issuance letters of credit Accounting – responsible for supervising all day-to-day operations of the sPower’s accounting including review of account reconciliations, management of the month-end close process, accounts payable, journal entries, intercompany transactions, prepaid and leasing transactions and providing accurate and timely financial reports. Tax – responsible for managing and coordinating sPower’s process over Hypothetical Liquidation at Book Value (HLBV) accounting including updating and managing the related models as well as making the appropriate journal entries. This position will also coordinate and manage several other tax accounting matters as needed. FP&A – responsible for managing and coordinating sPower’s GAAP budgeting and forecast processes and plays a key role in company’s monthly reporting processes. Works with various corporate directors to develop and build budgets and forecasts, management of sPower’s adaptive planning system. Origination (Development Team) - work with the team to craft proposals to sell the power from our solar, wind and storage assets to utilities, banks and increasing the large corporate buyers (like Microsoft and Facebook).     sPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer of all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, covered veterans, sexual orientation and gender identity. Women, minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply

Program Officer, Climate Risk Management & Resilience - 20052 US-DC-Washington Type: Regular - Full Time # of Openings: 1 Category: Climate WWF Washington, DC Overview World Wildlife Fund (WWF), one of the world's leading conservation organization, seeks a Program Officer for its Washington, D.C. based Climate program. Under the supervision of Director for Climate Risk Management & Resilience, the Program Officer will support the Climate Change Adaptation team through planning, coordination, communication, and implementation of program activities for existing and new partnerships and projects in collaboration with other goals teams, departments and field offices. Responsibilities Works with project personnel, grantees, consultants, and others to facilitate coordination, communication, and regular reporting for adaptation and resilience team projects, including but not limited to: ecosystem-based adaptation in Central America; improving country commitments to the Paris Agreement through nature-based approaches to adaptation; and improving planning for sustainable, climate resilient infrastructure. Facilitates the development short- and long-term workplans, reports and communications materials for adaptation team projects. Conducts research, monitors and analyzes new technical information, policies, tools, and global trends related to climate change adaptation and resilience; landscape-scale spatial planning for biodiversity, ecosystem services, and climate resilient sustainable development; documents learning from projects to inform future adaptation and resilience work. Assists with fundraising proposals from private foundations and/or government aid agencies to support related adaptation and resilience projects. Provides support to the GEF and GCF teams to incorporate climate risk into project concepts. Prepares and/or finalizes scopes of work, budgets, and administrative information for contracts and to ensure compliance with donor requirements. Travels to project field locations, providing relevant technical research and workshop planning and logistical support. Assists field offices in integrating climate risks into conservation and sustainable developments strategies for WWF priority places. Regularly presents updates on these various initiatives internally to WWF staff and externally at workshops and conferences, where appropriate. Interacts regularly with representatives of WWF-International, other WWF offices and associate organizations, grantees, and consultants. Communicates with representatives of conservation organizations, universities, NGOs, corporations, and/or government agencies. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Must have either 4 - 6 years of relevant work experience plus a bachelor's degree or 2 years relevant work experience plus an advanced degree in natural resource management, conservation, or in landscape or regional planning . Candidate's prior work experience must be in fields relevant to biodiversity conservation, ecosystem services assessment, or landscape and/or regional planning. A strong understanding of international conservation, climate, and sustainable development issues, especially climate risk management and climate resilience; experience in systems thinking and spatial planning is desired Excellent organizational skills Strong research and analytical skills Strong communications skills, both written and public speaking Strong project management skills Ability to operate with independence, under pressure, to meet deadlines and commitments Good interpersonal skills Ability to work effectively as a team member with a wide range of individuals, possibly across cultures and time zones Prior study or work experience in developing countries, along with cross-cultural competence is highly desired Foreign language skills preferred: in particular in Spanish, French or Portuguese   Please Note: We are looking to fill this position as soon as possible. Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received.     To Apply: Please visit our Careers Page , job# 20052, to submit an online application including resume and cover letter Due to the high volume of applications we are not able to respond to inquiries via phone As an EOE/AA employer, WWF will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or protected Veteran status.   Apply Here PI117973714

sPower Development Rotational Program The sPower development team comprises approximately 70 members, located in five separate offices (Salt Lake City, San Francisco, Long Beach, Richmond and New York).  Teams are divided into eight areas of expertise and the rotation program will cover four of those areas over two years.  At the end of the two-year program, analysts will join a group permanently.   The position will be a permanent hire in Salt Lake City.  The rotation would then likely be the following: (1) Origination, (2) Trading, Markets and Pricing, (3) Land Acquisition & Real Estate, (4) Strategic Development   Rotational Program Offers The sPower Rotational program is a two-year, four track level development program designed to (1) create a fundamental skill set in project development, (2) teach crucial leadership skills and (3) provide a rich experience through a challenging, fast-paced rotational program.   Candidates will get a holistic view of the company through cross-business unit and cross-functional rotations and participation in development opportunities, including mentoring, and exposure to executives. Candidates will have the opportunity to be paired with a mentor to build a strong relationship and establish short - and long- range career goals.  Active participation in the program will equip candidates with the skills and knowledge necessary to drive performance and integration among business functions.   The Recruiting Process HR will source resumes and circulate to hiring managers. Selected applicants will be invited to interview with the hiring team. Candidates should include cover letter with resume.   Who is Eligible? Candidates must be graduating with a minimum of a bachelor’s degree.  Strong candidates will exhibit sound leadership, analytical and communication skills. The following degrees will be considered but the key is the person, not the nature of the degree: Engineering: Mechanical, Electrical, Software, Computer Science, Manufacturing, Chemical, Civil All things environmentally focused or else good for the world City/Urban Planners Anything ending with …ology Degrees that are not listed above but which you are passionate about   How is Performance on the Program Evaluated Performance will be evaluated at two levels. Each hosting manager will evaluate candidates twice during the rotation: at the mid-point and upon completion. Upon completion of the two-year program, candidates will coordinate with hosting managers to transition to a full-time challenging position consistent with career interests and the needs of the company.       The Development Group is Comprised of the Following Groups: Origination – work with the team to craft proposals to sell the power from our solar, wind and storage assets to utilities, banks and increasing the large corporate buyers (like Microsoft and Facebook) Development – developers are the quarterbacks of the overall multi-year process, closely working with each individual team to craft a product that can be economically built Land Acquisition – The land team is the first in the field. This team helps to build the underlying project position working regularly with the local owners to find the perfect spot and get the necessary permissions  Real Estate – What the land acquisition team buys or leases, the real estate team makes perfect. Did grandpa really have the right to give that land parcel to his best friend?  As we build the projects, it’s the real estate team that is most likely to detect any differences between where we said we were digging a hole or building a road and where we did it Permitting – many authorities must agree to our renewable projects (cities and states, protectors of the local flora and fauna, owners of the electric grid, the FAA and sometimes the Navajo nation). This group coordinates the interaction and permitting process with them all Interconnection – projects are cool to visit but the secret sauce is in connecting them to the almost impossible to comprehend electrical grid. This group accomplishes that goal filing new queue positions, managing the integration of our power to the grid and ultimately helping us to understand how we can do the same better and faster on the next project Strategic Development – this group crafts the company’s long-term strategy selecting the states and regions that we want to enter 3 – 5 years before the origination team sells the power. Heavier on research and strategy and less project specific than some other groups Trading, Markets and Pricing – This group is the analytical core of the dev team providing a wide suite of services ranging from creation of the underlying financial models, assessment of the quantifiable risks in our contracts and in the long-term managing the revenue of our market based trades.   sPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer of all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, covered veterans, sexual orientation and gender identity. Women, minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION   Please note that we are hiring 2 different positions for the Energy and Climate team through this one posting. The skill set and responsibilities are the same but the portfolio of the work is different. The positions are: Energy Campaign Representative- 18 month assignment Climate & Public Lands Campaign Representative- Permanent position As you move through this application you will be asked which one you would like to be considered for or if you would like to be considered for both. **Please submit your resume and cover letter through the online application** The Wilderness Society (TWS) is expanding its Energy & Climate Program, which defends places too wild to drill and works to ensure public lands are managed as part of a solution to climate change. TWS seeks a highly motivated and collaborative individual to join our team in DC to help advocate for and defend policies to reduce the impact coal, oil and gas development has on our wildlands, climate and people. TWS is a national non-profit organization whose mission is to protect wilderness and inspire Americans to care for our wild places. We believe public lands belong to and should benefit all of us. We strive to ensure our organization and work embodies the cultures and perspectives of people and communities across our nation, and connects and inspires people to care about the outdoors. The Energy and Climate Campaign Representative will assist in developing campaign strategies and tactics, produce education and advocacy materials, and represent TWS in meetings with partners and decision makers. Working with the Communications team and others, the Campaign Representative will develop messaging and materials for various campaigns, oversee execution of tactics that drive coverage consistent with our messages, and translate opportunities to influence national policy to on-the-ground advocacy. Where appropriate, the Campaign Representative will educate the public about our issues as a public spokesperson through media outreach, editorial board meetings, and other communications tactics to build and demonstrate support for our campaign goals. This is a highly collaborative role that involves quick turnaround and attention to detail to help ensure the needs of the campaign are met. Reporting to the Campaign Manager for the Energy and Climate Campaign this position works in an integrated fashion with other TWS staff in communications, regional field offices, government relations, policy and planning experts, and research staff. This position plays an important role in supporting an inclusive organizational culture that is grounded in trust and accountability to shared goals and outcomes. TWS has made diversity, equity, and inclusion strategic priorities for the organization and the Energy and Climate Campaign Representative will integrate these priorities throughout our advocacy work. Across our team, we aspire to be campaign oriented, nimble, collaborative, innovative, transparent, and supportive of staff – our greatest asset. Essential duties and responsibilities: Organize and execute equitable and inclusive priority Too Wild To Drill and fossil fuel emissions reduction campaigns; coordinating across government relations, communications, and the core team to achieve programmatic goals to reduce the impact oil, gas, and coal has on our wildlands and climate. (Energy Campaign Representative) Or Organize and execute equitable and inclusive priority “Climate Plan for Public Lands” campaign, by coordinating across government relations, communications, and the core team to achieve programmatic goals to make public lands part of the climate solution. (Climate & Public Lands Campaign Representative) Duties for both, Energy Campaign Rep and Climate & Public Lands Rep: Work with government relations and regional staff to engage Members of Congress, including managing lobby trips in D.C. for grasstops advocates and identifying and engaging new and non-traditional advocates. Research and produce advocacy materials and products including but not limited to fact sheets, reports, story maps, issue briefs and web content for multiple audiences, including Congress, TWS members, and the public. Represent TWS in coalitions; ensure effective collaboration and coordination with partners. Support other Energy & Climate programmatic work as needed, including development and implementation of digital product, assisting with events and trainings, etc.   Qualifications 2 to 5years of experience related to advocacy campaigns, policy or communications. Experience working with state, local or national coalitions and engaging diverse partners. Experience using communication and digital campaign tactics, especially running digital, and text message platforms such as Hustle and other tools alike. Ability to successfully manage internal and external collaborative efforts (meetings) with diverse teams from across the country in different time zones. Live the values of equity and inclusion and understand the importance that they play in the environmental movement. Demonstrated ability to perform under pressure and tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment with many simultaneous moving pieces. Excellent written and verbal communications skills. Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills. Track record working successfully in teams representing a rich mix of talent, backgrounds, and perspectives—across race and gender.  Strong ability to craft advocacy materials, including digital and social media pieces. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. The Wilderness Society offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including: health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; sick and vacation leave; a sabbatical program; and a retirement plan.  TWS is an equal opportunity employer and actively works to ensure fair treatment of our employees and constituents across culture, socioeconomic status, race, marital or family situation, gender, age, ethnicity, religious beliefs, physical ability, veteran status or sexual orientation.  As an organization, we aspire to being inclusive in the work that we do, and in the kind of organization we are.  Internally this means working as a team that listens to different points of view, recognizes the contributions of every employee and empowers each employee to bring their whole selves to work every day.  Externally this means ensuring that public lands are inclusive and welcoming, so that our shared wildlands can help people and nature to thrive.  We are committed to equity throughout our work, which we define as our commitment to realizing the promise of our public lands and ensuring that all can share in their universal benefits.  To learn more about our commitment, please see http://wilderness.org/our-commitment-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-wilderness-society  

Fielding Tree Care, Denver’s favorite tree care company, is seeking a highly motivated, reliable tree care project estimator to join our team of dedicated professionals. Compensation: Earn up to $25 per hour plus quarterly bonus with full benefits and 401K. Our top sales team members can earn up to $50k a year!!! We supply a sales vehicle, invest in training, certifications, and the ability to learn from a dedicated professional team of motivated individuals. Job Description: Your job will be to estimate the cost of tree care projects and provide logistical planning for residential and commercial properties. This includes pest and disease management of trees and shrubbery. We are looking for amazing, caring individuals that want to be part of a dedicated team, work for a unique company, make a good living, and grow as a professional. Horticulture/Arboriculture experience preferred. Requirements: Must have a valid drivers license. Must have the will, passion, determination, and commitment for providing the highest possible quality and best possible experience for customers and members of Fielding Tree Care. Please contact us at  fieldingtreecare@gmail.com .

This position is a natural resources/park management position.  The incumbent will be responsible for the day-to-day, statewide operation of all Delaware State Parks. This position oversees all Delaware State Park field operations including over 5.8 million visitors annually, 26,000+ acres of land, 125 full time employees, and over 600 seasonal employees. Essential Functions Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.   Plans, coordinates and oversees program implementation.   Provides technical direction and oversight for subordinates.   Recommends and drafts laws, rules and regulations applicable to assigned program areas.   Drafts grant applications and budget proposals; may participate in other specialized fiscal activities.   Manages staff personnel matters such as training, performance evaluation, hiring interviews, and making hiring recommendations.   Plans, coordinates and conducts meetings and workshops with other agencies and the private sector. JOB REQUIREMENTS for Environmental Program Administrator Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas: Job Requirements Possession of a Bachelors degree or higher in Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Physics, Engineering, Environmental Science or related field. Three years experience in environmental/natural resources program administration which includes overseeing and directing the development, implementation and evaluation of environmental/natural resource programs and services; establishes program objectives; plan short and long range program goals; develop and implement program policies and procedures and ensures compliance and funding requirements. Provides advice to other agency organizational units through consultation. Three years experience in analyzing and evaluating data. Three years experience in interpreting environmental laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures. Six months experience in operations management which includes planning, directing, coordinating, controlling and evaluating operations typically through subordinate supervisors.   Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com !

Barnstable Clean Water Coalition (BCWC), located in Osterville, Massachusetts, is a non-profit organization working to restore and preserve clean water in Barnstable. BCWC seeks two Aquaculture interns from May thru August. Responsibilities: Interns will assist with the care of oysters and maintenance of off-site upweller tank. Duties include sorting oysters, tracking oyster growth, cleaning upweller tank and equipment, collecting water quality data, and data entry. Interns will also assist with public outreach and educational presentations on oysters, water quality and the upweller.  Interns should expect to work a minimum of 20 hours per week, 4-5 days/week and 5 hours/day, including weekends.   Internships are unpaid. Interns must provide their own transportation and housing.   Qualifications: Internship is open to students or recent graduates, 18 years or older, currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a college or university with a major/degree in environmental science, aquatic/marine science, biology or another related field. Intern should demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Comfortable communicating with people of all ages. Ability to lift and move 50 pounds. Comfortable working in the field and in all weather conditions.  To Apply: Send cover letter, resume and contact information for one reference (name, email, phone number and affiliation to applicant) to Heather Rockwell at hrockwell@bcleanwater.org . Applications are due by Friday, March 13th.  For more information on BCWC, visit our website at BCleanWater.org .  

NEIWPCC is a regional commission that helps the states of the Northeast preserve and advance water quality.  We engage and convene water quality professionals and other interested parties from New England and New York to collaborate on water, wastewater, and environmental science challenges across the regions, ecosystems, and areas of expertise.   NEIWPCC is seeking two summer interns to coordinate its EPA-funded Youth and the Environment Program (YEP), as well as other NEIWPCC Wastewater Division projects in Lowell and Lawrence, MA.    By offering summer employment with hands-on experience, YEP encourages disadvantaged inner city students to develop interests in the environment and potential environmental careers.  The YEP Coordinator is an important component of the program.  The Youth and the Environment Coordinators will work under the general supervision of the Information Officer for the Wastewater and Onsite Systems Division at NEIWPCC to coordinate logistics for the youth summer job programs, develop lesson plans for the afternoon sessions, coordinate periodic environmental field trips, and coordinate transportation of the students to the local wastewater and drinking water treatment plants every morning.  In addition to coordinating YEP, the interns may also support other Wastewater activities including our Massachusetts Wastewater Operator Training program and the Massachusetts Title 5 Soil Evaluator Certification training program.    The successful candidates must have a minimum of 2 years towards a bachelor’s degree in environmental science, biology, or closely related field. Candidates will be expected to work 30 hours per week, with some flexibility; position anticipated to begin mid-May or early June and to extend through the summer.   Refer to www.neiwpcc.org for fill position description. To apply, submit cover letter, resume, and a brief writing sample by February 28, 2020 to jobs@neiwpcc.org . Please reference 20-Lowell-004 in the email subject line. No phone calls please.

Summary:   American Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation, in partnership with the National Park Service, is seeking one member to serve in a  Visitor and Resource Protection Position  interested in dedicating 26 weeks in support of Capitol Reef National Park in Utah. The intern will carry out a mixture of natural resource management and visitor protection duties focused on trail patrols, graffiti removal and other resource protection related projects.   This excellent opportunity is ideal for an enthusiastic young professional who is deeply committed to the preservation of our national parks. Applicants must have strong interest in a career in natural resource management.   Start Date : Early April, 2020 (somewhat flexible for the right candidate) End Date : 26 weeks from start date * A minimum 26-week commitment is required *     Location:   Capitol Reef National Park, Torrey, Utah   Background:  Located in south-central Utah in the heart of red rock country, Capitol Reef National Park is a hidden treasure filled with cliffs, canyons, domes and bridges in the Waterpocket Fold, a geologic monocline (a wrinkle on the earth) extending almost 100 miles.   Project Website:   For more information regarding Capitol Reef National Park, or the National Park Service, please visit:  https://www.nps.gov/care . For more information regarding the ACE Internship Program, please visit:  www.usaconservation.org     Compensation:   The ACE intern will serve 40 hours/week and receive a living allowance of $435/week for food and incidentals. Onsite housing is provided by NPS (no pets or family members) at no cost to the intern. The intern will have use of a government vehicle for project-related travel.   AmeriCorps:  These positions may be eligible for a 900-hour ($3,047.50) AmeriCorps Education Award upon successful completion of internship service hours. Additional enrollment is required.   Position Description:  This placement involves hiking several miles a day on consecutive days, driving long distances on unimproved roads, backpacking overnights carrying a heavy pack on patrols, all taking place in a desert environment which will include extreme heat, monsoons and flash floods, insects, and dusty conditions. Visitor & Resource Protection duties include: patrolling backcountry roads, trails and off-trail routes; contacting park visitors in backcountry/wilderness settings; explaining park regulations and safety issues; monitoring trail, road, and spring conditions; conducting informal resource condition assessments; conducting minor maintenance to signs, primitive campsites, and trailheads; assisting with issuing backcountry permits; and assisting the V&RP staff with emergency responses such as emergency medical services, search & rescue, and flash flood response. Resource Management duties include: participating in the park's graffiti removal and prevention program by mitigating damage to rock walls, contacting visitors about graffiti's impact on the park and installing signs; maintaining a presence on park trails and canyon routes to educate visitors about graffiti and other resource damage.   Qualifications:   Applicants for the position must hold or be pursuing a bachelor's degree and/or have experience in interpretation, cultural resource management, environmental studies, history, ecology, biology, natural resource management, recreation management, park management, or a related discipline.  The intern will be resourceful, adaptable, and able to serve comfortably alone or in a group. Required: Willing and able to represent ACE and the partner organization in a professional, positive, and enthusiastic manner;  Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation; Proven ability to be both self-directed/work alone, and be a positive, contributing member of a group; Proficient in English; Must be 21-35 years of age (Members must be at least 21 to apply for any ACE position that requires or anticipates operation of agency or ACE vehicles for duties); U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident; A valid driver's license and an insurable driving record (documentation to be provided upon request); Willing to undergo and must pass a federal criminal background check; Must be able to handle physically demanding field duties, hiking several miles a day, backpacking overnight, carrying a heavy pack on patrols; all taking place in a desert environment which will include extreme heat, insects, and dusty conditions. Preferred: Skills such as EMS training; Bilingual applicants are encouraged and welcome.   Please note:  Marijuana and other controlled substances are not allowed at any time during the performance of duties or while on federal property, regardless of State law or qualified medical marijuana card status. ACE reserves the right to drug test at any time.   To Apply:  Please submit a thoughtful resume and cover letter along with contact information for 3 professional / academic references using the APPLY NOW section located on the upper right hand corner of the position listing on our website here:  https://usaconservationepic.applicantpool.com/jobs/ . Early consideration will be given as applications are received. This posting may close at any time. If you have any questions regarding this position, please feel free to contact the ACE EPIC NPS Recruitment Specialist Jen Wells at  jwells@usaconservation.org .   EOE:  American Conservation Experience provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, American Conservation Experience complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

Director of Facilities and Sustainability Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens Established in 1893, Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is a green leader among public gardens with a mission to inspire and educate all with the beauty and importance of plants; to advance sustainability and promote human and environmental well-being through action and research; and to celebrate our historic glasshouse.    Phipps is seeking an innovative and experienced full-time Director of Facilities and Sustainability to lead the physical operation of Phipps Conservatory, following and enforcing LEED guidelines in all projects. The Phipps campus encompasses internationally recognized glass houses and extraordinary buildings that demonstrate the most energy-efficient and healthy built environments in the world. This position will oversee the day-to-day operations of the physical plant and show installation in addition to our ongoing construction projects and all capital projects. The Director of Facilities and Sustainability will prepare and deliver presentations, representing Phipps at project meetings and within communities throughout the Pittsburgh region.  The qualified candidate must have exceptional project management experience in a construction environment, a passion for and experience with sustainable building management, and the ability to work in a fast-paced atmosphere. Experience with sustainability principles, including LEED, the Living Building Challenge, SITES and WELL is required, LEED Accreditation is preferred. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Sustainable Building Design or a related field and 5 years of experience in a senior management level position is required; Master’s degree preferred; a valid driver’s license is required.   Phipps offers a competitive compensation package, strong benefits and unique atmosphere.  Qualified candidates should email a cover letter, resume and salary history to hr@phipps.conservatory.org or mail to Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Human Resources Department, One Schenley Park, Pittsburgh, PA 15213.  No telephone calls, please.  Phipps is an equal opportunity employer.  For more information about Phipps, please visit our website: www.phipps.conservatory.org .   Phipps Conservatory is an equal opportunity employer.

NEIWPCC is a regional commission that helps the states of the Northeast preserve and advance water quality.  We engage and convene water quality professionals and other interested parties from New England and New York to collaborate on water, wastewater, and environmental science challenges across the regions, ecosystems, and areas of expertise.   NEIWPCC is seeking two summer interns to coordinate its EPA-funded Youth and the Environment Program (YEP), as well as other NEIWPCC Wastewater Division projects in Lowell and Lawrence, MA.    By offering summer employment with hands-on experience, YEP encourages disadvantaged inner city students to develop interests in the environment and potential environmental careers.  The YEP Coordinator is an important component of the program.  The Youth and the Environment Coordinators will work under the general supervision of the Information Officer for the Wastewater and Onsite Systems Division at NEIWPCC to coordinate logistics for the youth summer job programs, develop lesson plans for the afternoon sessions, coordinate periodic environmental field trips, and coordinate transportation of the students to the local wastewater and drinking water treatment plants every morning.  In addition to coordinating YEP, the interns may also support other Wastewater activities including our Massachusetts Wastewater Operator Training program and the Massachusetts Title 5 Soil Evaluator Certification training program.    The successful candidates must have a minimum of 2 years towards a bachelor’s degree in environmental science, biology, or closely related field. Candidates will be expected to work 30 hours per week, with some flexibility; position anticipated to begin mid-May or early June and to extend through the summer.   Refer to www.neiwpcc.org for fill position description. To apply, submit cover letter, resume, and a brief writing sample by February 28, 2020 to jobs@neiwpcc.org . Please reference 20-Lowell-004 in the email subject line. No phone calls please.

Organization Ceres is a sustainability nonprofit organization working with the most influential investors and companies to build leadership and drive solutions throughout the economy. Through our powerful networks and advocacy, we tackle the world’s biggest sustainability challenges, including climate change, water scarcity and pollution, and human rights abuses. For more information about Ceres, please visit our website ( www.ceres.org ). We are seeking dynamic and committed interns who find it exciting to join the Ceres team! General Internship Information Ceres’ interns support Program, Communications, and Development staff working with a wide variety of constituents within the Ceres network: environmental activists, investors, funders, and corporations. While providing some administrative support, interns will primarily work in one of the following areas using research, project coordination, technology, and communications skills. Detailed descriptions of each available position can be found below.   Each February, Ceres advertises for our summer program. During February & March we conduct interviews and make placements. Our Summer Intern Program is held during the months of June, July, half of August, and runs for a 10-week period. The work hours are Monday through Friday, from 9am to 5pm. We pay a stipend of $6,000 for the ten weeks. We also provide for our Boston interns an option of (1) a pass on the MBTA systems for June, July and August, OR (2) $75 per month for those who walk, cycle or run to the office. For our San Francisco interns, we provide $253.50 (provided in first paycheck) to put towards their BART Pass or other form of commute. We typically hire 10-15 interns, who are a mix of undergraduate and graduate students. This year, the program will begin on Monday, June 1, and run through Friday, August 7. In addition, interns need to be available for a lunch orientation one week prior to start date, to take place the week of May 25th (in the Boston & San Francisco offices). Please read details of each position on our website and apply for the specific internship of interest to you.  Please note: Only the Program Teams listed on the website are seeking an intern for Summer 2020.  GOVERNANCE AND SUSTAINABILITY DISCLOSURES INTERN (IN BOSTON OFFICE) Ceres’ Capital Markets Systems program works with companies, investors, regulators, policymakers and other stakeholders on levers that will facilitate improved integration of material sustainability factors into decision-making. This includes Ceres’ work on enhancing sustainability disclosures (covering our engagements in this regard with stock exchanges, financial regulators, standard setters and others) and integrating sustainability into corporate governance systems (covering our work with corporate boards). The Capital Market Systems program is seeking a graduate student researcher to help support key projects on how companies and investors are integrating sustainability into their governance and disclosure practices. While providing some administrative support, this research intern will primarily work in the following areas using skills ranging from research, quantitative analysis and writing (short memos, case studies, etc.) on: Conduct research on the use of ESG metrics in executive compensation plans and collect data on the percentage of US companies that link executive compensation to sustainability.  Collect data on the governance, disclosure and lobbying practices of the world's largest fossil fuel emitters.  Conduct research on the board governance practices of major US companies and analyze the progress in board oversight of sustainability from 2019-2020. Research leading practice examples of corporate disclosure on climate change.   RESEARCH AND EVALUATION SUPPORT INTERN (IN BOSTON OFFICE)  This is a unique opportunity to learn about nonprofit evaluation, fundraising, and research efforts. The intern will work with both the Ceres Individual Giving Team and the Innovation & Evaluation Team. The Innovation & Evaluation Team works to scale the impact of Ceres work by measuring and evaluating progress towards achieving programmatic objectives, as well as supporting the incubation and vetting of new project ideas. This includes working to strengthen the planning, evaluation and asset management functions within the organization that need to be implemented to effectively achieve Ceres’ mission. The Individual Giving team raises money to support Ceres work. The intern will gain exposure to many aspects of this work ranging from annual fundraising programs to special events to donor stewardship. We are looking for an intern to:   Research and document Ceres impact related to Corporate and Investor sustainability commitments and actions: Utilizing internal resources, including grant proposals, reports and press releases, research and compile multi-year data on corporate and investor actions on clean-energy, water, and capital markets. Collaborate with other interns and programs across the organization to improve internal alignment on: Impact tracking  Research and documentation of the sustainability performance of individual companies and investors,  Conduct research and fact-checking to contribute to the development and prioritization of targets for corporate and investor engagement in the coming year. Research and map supporters. Assist with donor database maintenance and donor stewardship. Assist with special projects on an ad-hoc basis, as needed   We are seeking a highly organized and motivated undergraduate student with a desire to gain hands-on experience. Ideal applicants will have exposure to Customer relationship management systems (CRMs), solid research skills, an ability to work independently, and excellent verbal and written communication skills. Preference is for applicants with curiosity about fundraising and familiarity with environmental and social sustainability issues.  This position will co-report to the Directors on the Planning and Evaluation team and the Individual Giving team. INVESTOR WATER RISK PROGRAM INTERN Ceres is working with companies, investors, water providers, farmers, policymakers, environmental organizations and other stakeholders to improve water management and increase reporting on water issues that pose risks to businesses, communities and the environment. The Investor Water Risk Program is seeking an intern this summer to help us advance our work on analyzing and addressing water risks related to the investment community. While providing some administrative support, this intern will primarily work across various topic areas using skills ranging in research, marketing, quantitative analysis, and writing (short memos, case studies, data narratives, etc.). Program areas of work include: Interviewing and engaging with water metrics and data analytics providers to improve select sections of the Investor Water Toolkit Lead daily tracking of news flow and earnings impacts related to water (storm events, water management, etc.) and produce a synthesis of findings from for distribution to Investor Water Hub members Assist in the tracking of key performance indicators (KPIs) on maturity of water expertise and integration among investors Work with 5 Investor Water Hub members to populate a Water Solutions Tracker Conduct research on new areas of overlap with water risk and opportunities in other industries including textiles and apparel, semiconductors, pharmaceuticals and more.  Desired Background: Strong oral and written communication skills  Interest in water issues, sustainability, finance, and responsible investing Comfortable with the Google Suite and knowledge of Salesforce a plus Knowledge of investment analysis methods or desire to learn how to use the Bloomberg Terminal a plus For more information, see Ceres’ Water Program: https://www.ceres.org/issues/water   AGRICULTURAL WATER RISK PROGRAM INTERN Ceres is working with companies, investors, water providers, farmers, policymakers, environmental organizations and other stakeholders to improve water management and increase reporting on water issues that pose risks to businesses, communities and the environment. The Agricultural Water Risk Program is seeking a graduate student this summer to help us advance our work on analyzing and addressing water risks related to the food and beverage sector. While providing some administrative support, the intern will primarily work across various topic areas using skills ranging in research, marketing, quantitative analysis and writing (short memos, case studies, data narratives etc.). The intern will support the Agriculture and Water Risk initiative, with a focus on the continued rollout of Feeding Ourselves Thirsty , the Ceres/WWF AgWater Challenge , investor engagements pertaining to water and agriculture, and dissemination of the findings of a report on corporate sustainable sourcing commitments. Responsibilities will include: Leading daily tracking of news flow and earnings impacts related to agricultural water risk and produce a synthesis of findings for distribution Analyzing financial disclosures of Feeding Ourselves Thirsty companies and other food and beverage companies to track and capture references to water-related risks and financial impacts Researching and analyzing sustainable sourcing commitments made by food and beverage companies and financial incentives provided by these companies to encourage sustainable agriculture practices amongst their suppliers Conducting research on food and beverage companies to support investor engagement including sign-on letters, dialogues, and shareholder resolutions Conducting research on food and beverage companies to support dialogues with companies pertaining to the AgWater Challenge, as needed Supporting the continued execution of the communications and marketing strategy for the recent Feeding Ourselves Thirsty analysis Desired Background: Strong oral and written communication skills Interest in agriculture, water issues, sustainability, finance, and responsible investing Knowledge of digital marketing strategies a plus Comfortable with the Google Suite and knowledge of Salesforce a plus Knowledge of investment analysis methods or desire to learn how to use the Bloomberg Terminal a plus Program areas of work include: Providing support to the Agriculture and Water Risk initiative, with a focus on the ongoing rollout of Feeding Ourselves Thirsty and the AgWater Challenge . This includes conducting research and analysis on food companies, supporting the team with tracking news flow and pulling examples of risk, building out power points for external presentations, and doing company/investor research on the Bloomberg terminal.  Conduct research on new areas of overlap with water risk and opportunities in other industries including textiles and apparel, semiconductors, pharmaceuticals and more.    For more information, see Ceres’ Water Program: https://www.ceres.org/issues/water COMMIT TO CLIMATE INITIATIVE INTERN (IN BOSTON OFFICE) The Ceres Commit to Climate (CTC) Initiative aims to build private sector leadership on climate action, including supporting climate, clean energy, and clean transportation policies as well as securing strong corporate commitments that advance the goals of the Paris Agreement.  The CTC intern will work directly with the Vice President for Climate and Energy and Director for Corporate Clean Energy Leadership on:  Research and writing projects focused on analyzing the climate and clean energy performance of individual companies, sectors, and investors.  Identifying, compiling and presenting updates on climate and clean energy policy, corporate commitments, industry trends, and the latest cutting-edge research and science.  Support for ongoing CTC campaigns and assistance with special and ad hoc projects. The ideal candidate has a strong interest in climate and clean energy topics and a focus in climate policy, financial markets, and corporate sustainability. We are looking for candidates with solid research skills, an ability to work independently, and some familiarity with how climate issues apply to businesses and investors. TRANSPORTATION INTERN (IN BOSTON OFFICE) The Ceres Transportation Team intern will work directly with both the Senior Director of Transportation and the Senior Manager of Clean Vehicles at Ceres.  A clean and efficient transportation system is critical to a strong U.S. economy, with benefits including saving consumers and businesses money as well as reducing our dependence on oil. Transportation is also a significant contributor to greenhouse gas (GHG) and other criteria air pollutant emissions. In fact, in 2016, the transportation sector surpassed the electric power sector as the largest emitter of GHG emissions in the United States, accounting for 28% of GHG emissions – more emissions than any other nation's entire economy, with the exception of China.  To expediently reduce harmful emissions coming out of the U.S. transportation sector and improve air quality and human health, we must focus on three components: vehicles, fuels and infrastructure. In 2020, the Ceres Transportation Program's primary focus is to advocate for clean transportation policies, including clean vehicle and fuels policies, accelerate corporate uptake of electric vehicles (EVs) and associated EV infrastructure; and encourage market growth of EVs and infrastructure. Summer 2020 internship projects will include: Advocating for strong passenger vehicle and truck fuel economy standards, and promoting low- to zero-emission vehicles as well as clean aviation; Supporting Ceres’ groundbreaking new Corporate Electric Vehicle Alliance, including preparation for corporate and industry engagements on fleet electrification; Performing research on various transportation issues, drafting supporting resources and performing some administrative tasks.  Please refer to the  Ceres Transportation Initiative  page for additional information. Graduate students preferred, but all will be considered.   COMPANY NETWORK – CORPORATE SUSTAINABILITY RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS INTERN (IN BOSTON OFFICE) The Company Network team engages with the 40+ members of the Ceres Company Network to help them develop sustainable business strategies that address key challenges such as climate change, water scarcity and pollution, and human rights abuses throughout the value chain. Ceres’ advocacy is rooted in the expectations for corporate sustainability outlined in The 21st Century Corporation: The Ceres Roadmap for Sustainability. These expectations address four critical dimensions of a company’s approach to sustainability: governance, stakeholder engagement, disclosure, and performance as it relates to company operations, supply chains and products. The Company Network seeks an intern who will support our corporate engagement work by: Using publicly available information to research and analyze the sustainability performance of individual companies and sectors through the lens of the Ceres Roadmap expectations; Providing in-depth research support for ad hoc projects on key topics such as the link between sustainability performance and executive compensation, sustainable supply chains, or modes of stakeholder engagement; Researching, compiling and presenting industry trends and leading practices; Developing research briefs for potential member companies, including analyzing performance against the Ceres Roadmap expectations and identifying opportunities for engagement. We are looking for candidates with solid research skills (preferably with experience reviewing corporate sustainability reports), an ability to work independently, excellent verbal and written communication skills and familiarity with key environmental and social sustainability issues that influence, and are influenced by, the private sector. Graduate students preferred, but all will be considered. For more information see Ceres’ Company Network: https://www.ceres.org/networks/ceres-company-network   COMPANY NETWORK – HUMAN RIGHTS AND EQUITABLE WORKPLACES (IN BOSTON OFFICE) The Company Network is seeking an intern to support Ceres’ work advancing corporate human rights disclosure to drive improved performance, including by engaging companies on the United Nations Guiding Principles (UNGP) on Business and Human Rights and scaling implementation of the UNGP Reporting Framework. Specific opportunities to support this work include: Researching and analyzing current corporate reporting on human rights, including investor expectations on human rights disclosure; Researching and analyzing specific issues within the realm of corporate human rights management, such as forced labor, supplier engagement, and remediation systems;  Researching and identifying potential funding and/or project opportunities; and Preparing summary briefing documents and presentations for key project milestones. We are looking for candidates with solid research skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and familiarity with key labor and human rights frameworks, including the International Labor Organization's Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work and the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights. Demonstrated ability to take initiative, prioritize responsibilities, and work independently while being part of a team is also important. Graduate students preferred, but all will be considered.  For more information see Ceres’ Company Network: https://www.ceres.org/networks/ceres-company-network FOOD TEAM – GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS INTERN (IN BOSTON OFFICE) The Food team is seeking an intern to support Ceres’ work advancing corporate disclosure and commitments on greenhouse gas emissions in agricultural supply chains. Specific opportunities to support this work include: Updating current database of research on the top 50 food & beverage companies in the US and their current disclosure of scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions;  Compiling and presenting trends and leading practices found in this analysis;  Assessing the state of disclosure platforms and tools available for these companies to utilize in their disclosures and goal setting.    We are looking for candidates with solid research skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and familiarity reviewing corporate sustainability reports. A strong familiarity with key environmental and social sustainability issues that influence, and are influenced by, the private sector is preferred. Demonstrated ability to take initiative, prioritize responsibilities, and work independently while being part of a team is also important. Graduate students preferred, but all will be considered.    FEDERAL POLICY INTERN The Policy Program at Ceres works with companies through Business for Innovative Climate and Energy Policy (BICEP) and investors in our Investor Network on Climate Risk to advance climate and clean energy policies on the state and federal levels.  The Policy Program is looking for an intern to assist in its work with companies and investors on energy and climate policies – focused on federal work. This position will support the Policy Team primarily through research and writing projects focused on key federal policies, participation and note-taking in strategy meetings, legislative analysis, and other tasks, possibly including data collection and organization.  We are looking for candidates with strong organizational, research, and writing skills, an ability to work independently, and some familiarity with environmental and sustainability policies.   STATE POLICY INTERN The Policy Team at Ceres works with companies through the BICEP (Business for Innovative Climate and Energy Policy) Network and investors in our Investor Network to advance climate and clean energy policies at the state and federal level. The Policy Team is looking for an intern to assist in its work with companies and investors on energy and climate policies – focused on state policy work. This position will support the Policy Team primarily through: Research and writing focused on Ceres’ priority states, including specific state or regional policies and political dynamics, Tracking and analysis of corporate sustainability initiatives and operational footprint Assistance in scoping potential new priority states, including analyzing political landscapes and state policy progress on climate, clean energy, and clean transportation Participation and note-taking in strategy meetings, Additional tasks as needed (possibly including data collection, organization and help with event planning). We are looking for candidates with strong organizational, research, and writing skills, an ability to work independently, and some familiarity with environmental and sustainability policies. This position will report to the Manager, State Policy. POLICY AND COMMUNICATIONS INTERN   The Policy Team at Ceres works with companies through Business for Innovative Climate and Energy Policy (BICEP) and investors in our Investor Network to advance climate and clean energy policies at the federal and state levels.  The Policy Team is looking for an intern to assist in its work with members, prospective members, partners and media. This position will support the Director of Stewardship and Partnerships and the Policy Communications Manager primarily through research, participation and note-taking in strategy meetings, data collection and organization. Projects will include researching prospective members, partners, updating press lists, and assisting with the management of the organization's database.   We are looking for candidates with strong organizational, research, and writing skills, an ability to work independently, and some familiarity with environmental and sustainability policies. How to Apply Review each program internship opportunity carefully at  https://www.ceres.org/about-us/career-opportunities/  and apply for the one you feel is a best fit.  If you are interested in applying for this position, please press the ‘Apply for this position’ button below and submit a resume, cover letter, and two (2) brief writing samples, as well as complete the additional information as instructed. Ceres is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate against any individual based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, disability, or any factors prohibited by applicable law. Address all correspondence to: Elyssa Feliciano   Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com !