Donor Communications and Stewardship GLOBE Intern
A LITTLE ABOUT US Founded in 1951, the Nature Conservancy is a global conservation organization dedicated to conserving the lands and waters on which all life depends. Guided by science, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world's toughest challenges so that nature and people can thrive together. We are tackling climate change, conserving lands, waters and oceans at unprecedented scale, providing food and water sustainably and helping make cities more sustainable. One of our core values is our commitment to diversity. Therefore, we strive for a globally diverse and culturally competent workforce. Working in 72 countries, including all 50 United States, we use a collaborative approach that engages local communities, governments, the private sector, and other partners. To learn more, visit www.nature.org or follow @nature_press on Twitter.
The Nature Conservancy offers competitive compensation, 401k or savings-plan matching for eligible employees, excellent benefits, flexible work policies and a collaborative work environment. We also provide professional development opportunities and promote from within. As a result, you will find a culture that supports and inspires conservation achievement and personal development, both within the workplace and beyond.
YOUR INTERNSHIP WITH TNC The Nature Conservancy’s GLOBE (Growing Leaders on Behalf of the Environment) summer internship program hires undergraduate students, graduate students, or recent college graduates (2017, 2018, and 2019) to fill paid internship positions during a 10-week summer internship. These positions are available throughout the United States and provide a unique opportunity to bridge the gap between academics and realworld conservation work. The program recruits individuals from a variety of backgrounds and experiences who are interested in contributing to our conservation goals in various fields. We offer a structured orientation, professional training, network opportunities, mentoring program, and real work experience.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The Donor Communications and Stewardship GLOBE intern will support fundraising efforts toward TNC's Shared Conservation Agenda by working alongside donor communications, donor stewardship and conservation staff to gather content for the creation of polished donor deliverables. This may include photobooks, PowerPoints, stewardship reports or donor websites. The intern will help our team manage an ever-increasing workload and advance our global fundraising initiatives. They will be able to take the lead on several projects described above and allow other team members to take on more of a project sponsor role.
After completing the internship, the intern will have a thorough understanding of a global nonprofit and its organizational structure and will have applied principles of internal communications across a large enterprise. In addition, the intern will see the workings of a major and principal gift fundraising program from the perspective of three different teams within the Worldwide Office Development Division. Lastly, the intern will leave with a suite of materials that can be used as samples of their work during their time at TNC which will showcase design, writing and publishing skills.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND SCOPE • Work with the Donor Communications and Stewardship Team and conservation staff across the world to gather imagery and conservation information for high level donor projects. • Support fundraising efforts toward TNC’s Shared Conservation Agenda • Advance global fundraising initiatives
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS • HS Diploma or equivalent. Enrolled in an undergraduate program, graduate program, or a recent graduate (2017, 2018, or 2019) of Communication, Conservation, Environmental Studies, English, Marketing, Fundraising, Non-Profit Management, Organizational Sciences or related field, or equivalent • Experience researching, writing, and editing • Experience with written and oral communications
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel • Organized and able to manage many moving parts of a project simultaneously • Interest in conservation and the work of The Nature Conservancy
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS • Experience with InDesign, Microsoft SharePoint and/ or Publisher
ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION • This is a full-time, temporary internship position with a 10-week term of June 3 – August 9, 2019.
SALARY INFORMATION $12.50/per hour (undergrads) and $14.50/per hour (graduate and recently graduated level students)
ELIGIBILITY The Nature Conservancy's GLOBE Program candidate should demonstrate at least one of the following: • Contribution to diversity of The Nature Conservancy. Applicant has circumstances, experiences, skills or talents that would benefit others and would enhance the diversity of the organization. • Understanding of communities and skills that aid in the trust building process essential for collaborative efforts with urban communities, organizations and leaders—ability to cross boundaries, find common ground and work together across differences • Commitment to diversity. Applicant has shown and can demonstrate a deep and active commitment to the issues of conservation and human diversity. • Commitment to Equity. Applicant shows an understanding of inequity and its context and has experience with engagement and inclusion of those from disadvantaged and/or underserved communities
INTERN SELECTION PROCESS • Applications will be screened for eligibility, qualifications and experience level related to the project; • Applicants will be notified of next steps in the process (within 3 weeks after the posting date ends) • 2-3 telephone interviews will be conducted for selected applicants; • Additional information may be required before making a final decision; • All applicants will be notified of final selection by late-March
HOW TO APPLY: To apply to position number 46991, submit resume, cover letter, and writing sample (all are required) separately using the upload buttons. All applications must be submitted in the system prior to 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on January 11, 2019.
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The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of men and women of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy’s background screening process.