Save the Rainforest! Business Development Internship for Environmental Nonprofit

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Planet Rehab is seeking a Business Development Intern to assist us with our Endangered Species Project.

About the Organization:

Planet Rehab is an environmental nonprofit with the mission of protecting the environment by nurturing the relationship between humanity and nature. In 2019 Planet Rehab relocated to Panama to work directly with Reforestation and Protecting Species vulnerable to Extinction. Planet Rehab has three main goals: environmental education, habitat protection, and species propagation. For more information, please visit www.planetrehab.org.

About the Planet Rehab Just One Tree Initiative:

Humans are destroying 56 million acres of rainforest every year, which is the primary reason why 150 species are lost EVERY DAY.

Planet Rehab is dedicated to forming a coalition to protect habitats and endangered species in Panama as part of its Just One Tree Initiative. Since August 2020, we have planted over 1,000 Endangered Almendro Trees which give life to THOUSANDS of organisms. As part of our 5-year plan, the organization expects to build an animal sanctuary to breed endangered birds and animals, as well as open up an Eco-Educational Center.

Responsibilities:

• Research laws & regulations
• Assist with Fundraising and Purchase of Rainforest land
• Seek out donors and government grants in Panama
• Help develop and oversee Project Plan
• Communicate with local and national orgs for partnership & sponsorship opportunities

Qualifications:

• Current student or graduate of a Business, Communications, Marketing, or related discipline
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Passion for the environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Previous project management experience is preferred
• Fundraising experience is preferred
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred

Time Commitment:

10-15 hours/week for a minimum of 3 months. Duration can be adjusted according to the intern’s and Planet Rehab’s needs. The schedule is flexible and will be set at the beginning of the internship.

Benefits:

This internship will provide the opportunity to learn the logistics of nonprofit operations and develop skills in communications, fundraising, and business. Interns will have the opportunity to gain professional experience in project management and business development for a nonprofit organization.

Compensation:

This is an unpaid internship. College credit may be offered on request.

How to apply

You can submit an inquiry directly through VolunteerMatch.