Many Internships & Population Action International

Remember to use the IED online internshp page to go directly to the internship pages of many key organizations in DC where students have interned in the past:

http://www.iedonline.net/jobs_interns.htm

Population Action International has about 10 openings available. They are a great group and work on the intersection of environment and development issues. Here is just one of their listings. More here: http://www.populationaction.org/About_PAI/Internships.shtml

Global Climate Change (GCC) Intern
Two Global Climate Change (GCC) Interns are being sought by Population Action International (PAI), an independent policy group working to improve individual well-being and preserve global resources by mobilizing political and financial support for population, family planning and reproductive health policies and programs. PAI strives to create a world in which humanity and the natural environment exist in balance, fewer people live in poverty, and every person has a right and access to sexual and reproductive health.


The GCC Interns will work with the Research Department and interdepartmental Climate Team, to assist in implementing PAI’s research projects exploring linkages between population, reproductive health, and GCC.

Specific duties may include:

· Gathering and organizing demographic data sets

· Writing, proofreading, and editing various materials, including reports and blog posts on climate-related topics

· Attending meetings and taking detailed notes

· Accessing and reviewing literature on various topics

· Supporting special tasks and projects as needed

This position requires college level experience with a focus in international studies/development, women’s empowerment, reproductive health and/or demography; familiarity with sexual and reproductive health issues, and knowledge of environmental issues, particularly climate change, attention to detail, time management and organization skills; excellent people/communication skills, including a professional phone presence; excellent research and writing skills; and knowledge MS Office and internet navigation. Experience with GIS technology a plus.

Resumes with cover letter can be faxed to (202) 728-4177 Attn: Susan Anderson or e-mail to apply@popact.org. EOE.
This position begins the 15th of September and runs through the 21st of November, 2008.


Last date to apply: Nov 21, 2008