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10 people are interested
Internship: Recycling and Zero Waste Intern
ORGANIZATION: Loma Prieta Chapter of the Sierra Club
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10 people are interested
INTERNSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT :
Recycling and Zero Waste Intern
(Part-Time, Unpaid)
Do you want an internship where you are a part of a team of energetic people? Where you are growing professionally while making a difference?
This is the internship for you! We offer mentorships, trainings, professional development, snacks, and more! We are proud to have one of the best internship programs in the environmental field today.
The Loma Prieta Chapter is a leader in responding to climate change and brings the slogan "think globally, act locally" to life in the Silicon Valley. Leveraging the success of our Cool Cities teams and Recycling and Zero Waste Committee, we are focusing on reducing our region’s environmental impact through education, outreach, and diverting organic materials out of landfills.
We are seeking motivated, friendly and creative individuals to support recycling and zero waste conservation efforts. Zero Waste Interns work closely with Conservation Program staff, the chapter’s Zero Waste Committee, and our local Cool Cities teams to advocate for local policies to minimize waste that is not recycled back to the environment or the market.
An ideal candidate...
- Education: Has or is pursuing a degree in Environmental Studies, or a related degree
- Strong communication skills
- Available to come to our office in Palo Alto for at least 4 months, 8-12 hours a week, Monday-Friday, during business hours (some work can be done out of the office)
- Passion for sustainability and commitment to Sierra Club goals
Key Responsibilities:
- Administratively support our Recycling and Zero Waste Committee
- Join and provide support to our Cool Cities Teams that are working on zero-waste goals in their city
- Aid local efforts to implement expanded polystyrene bans in cities
- Develop printed and on-line resources for waste reduction education
- Organize and facilitate local educational workshops on waste reduction
- Plan, organize, and implement the Chapter’s Organics Survey
- Recruit and engage new volunteers
- Provide guidance on campaign organizing to volunteer leaders
- Organize local house parties and public presentations
- Write articles, op-eds, and letters to the editor in local media sources
- Data entry and other administrative support
- Other tasks as assigned
The Sierra Club offers a friendly, fast-paced work environment with highly motivated volunteers focused on making positive change in the world. Send resume and cover letter to kenneth.rosales@sierraclub.org. Please talk about what you hope to learn from this internship in your cover letter.
Wondering if this is the right internship program for you? Check out this article: "Chapter Interns Give a Lot, Get a Lot" - www.lomaprieta.sierraclub.org/loma-prietan/story/chapter-interns-give-lot-get-lot/3201
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About Loma Prieta Chapter of the Sierra Club
Location:
3921 East Bayshore Road, Suite 204, Palo Alto, CA 94303, US
Mission Statement
To explore, enjoy, and protect the wild places of the earth; To practice and promote the responsible use of the earth's ecosystems and resources; To educate and enlist humanity to protect and restore the quality of the natural and human environment; and to use all lawful means to carry out these objectives.
Description
The Sierra Club Loma Prieta Chapter organizes outdoor recreation for people of all ages, advocates for policies that protect our natural environment, supports environmental candidates for public office, and provides opportunities for people who want to develop leadership skills to give back to the community and help the environment.
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3921 E. Bayshore RoadPalo Alto, CA 94303
DATE POSTED
November 7, 2014
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- Orientation or Training
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