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ICCF is always seeking motivated and dedicated individuals with a strong work ethic to complement our team. To learn more about career and internship opportunities, please contact us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Current openings:

• Capitol Hill Outreach Fellow
• Communications Intern

Title: Capitol Hill Outreach Fellow

Type: Full Time

The Capitol Hill Outreach Fellow will be responsible for helping with program coordination, distribution of materials, event planning, office needs and general office and field projects. Applicants are strongly considered for full time employment following a successful fellowship.

Responsibilities include:
• Interact with Members of Congress, Heads of State, Ambassadors, Administration Officials in formal settings
• Work with Congressional Staff to coordinate events held on Capitol Hill, corporate offices and federal agencies.
• Work with federal, corporate and scientific community to highlight sustainable conservation programs.
• Assist in providing education programs and tools to policy makers.
• Assist with development and distribution of publications and outreach materials.
• Assist with general office work.

Benefits:
• Exposure to Capitol Hill, corporations, NGOs, embassies and federal agencies.
• Opportunity to personally meet government leaders from multiple nations, congressmen, CEOs and ambassadors
• Training in office management skills, program administration, publications development and writing, grant research and writing, public relations and outreach.
• Opportunities to develop professional skills by being given mission critical responsibilities
• Career prospect in a growing organization

Capitol Hill Outreach Fellows receive stipends.

Hours:
40-50+ Hrs/wk

Length/Availability:
4 Months

To Apply:
Please send your resume and cover letter to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Note: Due to the number of applications received, only short-listed candidates will be contacted. We appreciate your understanding.

 

Title: Communications Intern

Type: Full Time

ICCF is seeking a creative and driven individual to join our communications team as a Communications Intern.  College juniors,  seniors, and recent graduates with an interest in strategic communications and foreign affairs are encouraged to apply.  Candidates should possess exceptional communication skills,  including strong writing and research skills; strong organizational  skills with the ability to manage several tasks at once; and a  demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.  Familiarity with conservation, foreign affairs issues, and/or politics is  preferred.

A working knowledge of various communication tools such as  HTML/XHTML/CSS, RSS, digital photography, photo editing, digital videography, video editing and programs such as Adobe Photoshop  is a plus.

Responsibilities include:
• Assist management of communications projects to ensure on-time  completion of all deliverables;
• Assist in planning/management of media campaigns;
• Manage and support content development on the ICCF website;
• Draft conservation updates, conservation reports, and op-eds;
• Research and compile background materials to prepare a wide variety of communication products and support campaign efforts;
• Provide organizers with assistance on special media projects; and
• Interface /liaise with corporate and NGO partners to support  publication, website, and advocacy projects.


Benefits:
• Exposure to Capitol Hill, corporations, NGOs, embassies and federal agencies. 
• Opportunity to personally meet government leaders from multiple nations, congressmen, CEOs and ambassadors 
• Training in office management skills, production of a wide variety of communications products, publications development and writing, public relations and outreach. 
• Opportunities to develop professional skills by being given mission critical responsibilities 
• Career prospect in a growing organization

Hours:
40-50+ Hrs/wk

Length/Availability:
4 Months

To Apply:
Send cover letter, resume, and one-page writing sample to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Note: Due to the number of applications received, only short-listed candidates will be contacted. We appreciate your understanding.