Sustainable Infrastructure Undergraduate Intern

WWF

Mar 11, 2024

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Starts on Jun 16
Off-cycle Internship
Sustainability
Washington, DC

Requirements

Minimum Requirements:
Pursuing an Associate’s or Bachelor’s program in urban or environmental planning, sustainability, public policy, engineering, international development, conservation, nature-based solutions, or related fields. Those studying outside these areas are still highly encouraged to apply. Must be an actively enrolled student and not received degree at time of internship start date (June 17, 2024).
Excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills
Interest in and educational exposure to infrastructure-related topics, conservation, natural resource management, environment, and climate change
Attention to detail
Organized and self-motivated
Able to work both independently and in a team setting
Ability to work under tight deadlines
Identifies and aligns with WWF’s core values:
COURAGE – We demonstrate courage through our actions, we work for change where it’s needed, and we inspire people and institutions to tackle the greatest threats to nature and the future of the planet, which is our home.
INTEGRITY – We live the principles we call on others to meet. We act with integrity, accountability and transparency, and we rely on facts and science to guide us and to ensure that we learn and evolve.
RESPECT – We honor the voices and knowledge of people and communities that we serve, and we work to secure their rights to a sustainable future.
COLLABORATION – We deliver impact at the scale of the challenges we face through the power of collective action and innovation.
Preferred Qualifications:
Familiarity with infrastructure development in developing countries; countries in Asia preferred
Familiarity with planning/engineering/conservation concepts
Proficiency with GIS software and spatial databases
Proficiency with Adobe Suite (Indesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
Learning Outcomes:
In addition to gaining a deeper knowledge of the links between conservation, infrastructure, and people, the intern will have the opportunity to build on their strengths and interests to better align their personal and professional goals, including:
Increased exposure to careers in conservation and sustainability
Cultivating a professional network across WWF
Integrating academic theory and practice
Further development of communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, collaboration, organizational, and leadership skills critical for job success

Responsibilities

The intern will implement a set of activities selected from the following options based on their skills, experience, and interests.
Research infrastructure safeguards, policy and legal frameworks, gender and social equity, impacts on biodiversity, design standards, low impact alternatives, and risks associated with climate change.
Assist in developing and managing infographics and other communications materials, educational videos, and guidance documents on infrastructure and climate resilience, biodiversity, ecosystem services, and sustainable engineering practices.
Develop maps and visual data of infrastructure projects using new and existing datasets.
Help identify good practices for knowledge sharing and knowledge management.

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