Environmental Nonprofit Intern - PAID

Summary: Intern will assist with research, policy analysis, administrative tasks, event coordination, and social media development related to our mission and vision. Intern will assist with development of education, outreach, and communications materials. Intern will help plan and coordinate activities, ensure that goals or objectives of projects are accomplished within prescribed timeframe, funding parameters, and will meet the organization’s high-quality standards. Intern may report directly to Senior Associate, Project Manager, or Director and work on special projects and event planning and will work to create and maintain a favorable public image for the non-profit organization by performing the following duties.

Job Type: Temporary, part-time, non-exempt

Essential Duties and Responsibilities - Other duties may be assigned:

·      Contribute to research, writing, and editing of education, outreach, and other project materials.

·      Assist with planning and execution of workshops, webinars, seminars, and special events, and attend such events as needed.

·      Assist in maintaining multi-channel listservs through various interfaces (i.e. Google Groups).

·      Assist in maintaining databases of press and media contacts, sponsors, and associate members.

·      Assist in maintaining agency communications via social media outlets.

·      Assist in developing materials for websites, social media channels, and other publications.

·      Assist with organization and preparation for media appearances, briefing higher level team members on research of key stakeholders, potential partners, and associates.

·      Assist with travel planning.

·      Provide technical and administrative support as needed.

·      Assist with outreach to project stakeholders with direct email, phone calls, or mailers.

·      Assist with the preparation of reporting and other summary documentation in adherence to changing requirements.

·      Assist with the procurement of materials for a variety of needs, including but not limited to office supplies, printed materials, and physical incentives.

·      Assist with physical and digital material organization and adherence to record keeping requirements.

·      Assist in research and provide support in grant writing and fundraising efforts.

·      Assist in identification and utilization of community resources to recruit and encourage participation in multiple campaigns.

·      Assist in providing outstanding customer service.

·      Assist with legislative research as needed.

·      Maintain understanding and enthusiasm for CPSC’s mission and vision.

Requirements:

·      18 years of age on or before the first day of the job.

·      Enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at a college, community college, or university (two-to- four-year institution) or a recent graduate.

·      Excellent research, writing, problem solving, and communication skills.

·      Users with experience in the following computer applications and platforms: Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Illustrator, Canva, MailChimp, Google Groups, Google Suite, and leading social media platforms.

·      Knowledge of online publishing platforms (i.e. Wix or similar web development programs preferred).

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: A valid driver’s license and proof of current auto insurance preferred.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, type, or feel, reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, and kneel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment: This is primarily an on-site position. The primary work environment is at the office at 1822 21st Street, Suite 100, Sacramento, CA 95811. During periods of time affected by a pandemic, such as COVID-19, CPSC employees may be offered, or required, to work from home. However, other than when mandated by government order, remote work remains solely in the discretion of CPSC. It is the job of all employees to help provide a safe, quiet, and adequate workspace to complete the work required for CPSC. A willingness to travel for work is required. For more information, including next steps, please email info@calpsc.org.