Internships
IN OUR CAMBRIDGE, MA OFFICE
No current openings
IN OUR WASHINGTON, DC OFFICE
Antibiotics Campaign Intern
Expert Engagement Intern
Herbert Scoville Jr. Peace Fellowship
IN OUR BERKELEY, CA OFFICE
No current openings
The Union of Concerned Scientists is an equal opportunity employer
continually seeking to diversify its staff.
Want Interesting Work That Matters?
Consider a UCS internship!
Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference AND gain useful work experience at the same time?
Would you like to work with people who know how to influence public policy?
Then consider applying for one of our internships.
Please note that these internships vary in length and time offered. We currently do not expect to offer summer-only internships.
What qualifications do I need?
We expect all applicants to have excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, strong oral and written communication skills, and proficiency with computers.
What are the hours, and will I get paid?
All interns work 40 hours per week (with a one-hour paid lunch) and receive a monthly stipend based on level of education (currently $2,080 with a BA or BS).
What if I’m not a U.S. citizen?
Applicants who are not U.S. citizens must be able to provide an employment authorization document from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
How do I apply?
See instructions for each internship below.
Antibiotics Campaign Intern
Full-time, Paid
Location: Washington, DC office
The Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) is the leading science-based nonprofit working for a healthy environment and a safer world. UCS combines independent scientific research and citizen action to develop innovative, practical solutions and to secure responsible changes in government policy, corporate practices, and consumer choices. What began as a collaboration between students and faculty members at MIT in 1969 is now an alliance of more than 300,000 citizens and scientists that includes people from all walks of life: parents and businesspeople, biologists and physicists, teachers and students.
UCS strives for a future that is free from the threats of global warming and nuclear war and a planet that supports a rich diversity of life. Our specific focus areas include global warming, renewable energy, advanced vehicle technology, nuclear power safety, nuclear weapons and related security issues, preserving the integrity of science, and sustainable agriculture.
The
Internship
The UCS Food and Environment Program seeks to
transform our agricultural system into a more sustainable enterprise. As part
of this endeavor, we are a leading voice in the effort to end the overuse of
antibiotics in animal agriculture. This practice causes antibiotic resistance,
a growing crisis in human medicine. The antibiotics campaign intern will
provide support for our campaign, working to improve our presence on Capitol
Hill and our work to organize key constituencies in support of reform.
Responsibilities
Antibiotics campaign intern responsibilities
include:
- Scheduling Hill meetings and events
- Tracking news stories of relevance to the campaign
- Identifying and soliciting support from potential collaborators
- Supporting field organizing efforts
- Miscellaneous data entry
- Other outreach and legislative activities as assigned
Qualifications
and experience
At minimum, a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent is
required. An interest in science/public health, organizing, and the legislative
process are preferred. The position requires unfailing attention to detail, self-motivation,
good interpersonal skills, knowledge of the legislative landscape, familiarity
with office operations, and excellent skills in word processing, web research,
and database use/maintenance. Applicants with demonstrated written and oral communication
skills preferred.
Compensation,
hours and duration
This is a full time position for 12 months, based in UCS’s
Washington, DC office. The Union of Concerned Scientists provides a monthly
stipend between $1,733 and $2,600 to interns based on level of education. UCS is an equal opportunity employer
continually seeking to diversify its staff.
To
Apply
Please submit a cover letter and resume via email to
internship@ucsusa.org and include “antibiotics campaign intern” in the subject
line. Please also add in your cover letter where you heard about the position
and your salary requirements. Email
materials by Word or PDF only. No calls. Deadline: January 20, 2012 or until filled
Expert Engagement Intern
Full-time, paid
Location: Washington, DC Office
The Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) is the leading science-based nonprofit working for a healthy environment and a safer world. UCS combines independent scientific research and citizen action to develop innovative, practical solutions and to secure responsible changes in government policy, corporate practices, and consumer choices. What began as a collaboration between students and faculty members at MIT in 1969 is now an alliance of more than 300,000 citizens and scientists that includes people from all walks of life: parents and businesspeople, biologists and physicists, teachers and students.
UCS strives for a future that is free from the threats of global warming and nuclear war and a planet that supports a rich diversity of life. Our specific focus areas include global warming, renewable energy, advanced vehicle technology, nuclear power safety, nuclear weapons and related security issues, preserving the integrity of science, and sustainable agriculture.
The
Internship
The Expert Engagement intern will work with the UCS
Outreach Facilitator and other UCS outreach staff to engage scientists and
other experts in the work of the organization. The intern will focus
particularly on opportunities to recruit and engage early- career scientists
and graduate students. The intern’s duties include but are not limited to
supporting the organization’s presence at professional society meetings;
identifying opportunities to recruit scientists to our network through online
and offline organizing initiatives; implementing outreach activities to build
scientists’ connections to UCS; maintaining/updating our web pages; and
managing/entering contacts.
Responsibilities
- assisting in our outreach efforts to scientists, particularly graduate students and other early-career scientists, in a range of scientific disciplines
- developing online materials, including email alerts, event invitations, web pages, etc.
- creating social networking opportunities
- helping plan and host UCS events, in-person or online
- assisting in developing long-term strategy for on-going recruitment and engagement
- working with program staff throughout the organization to support expert engagement activities
Basic knowledge and experience
This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience
in outreach and organizing, as well as gain exposure to the work of UCS on a
range of environmental, health, and security issues. Candidates interested in
the intersection of science and public policy are encouraged to apply.
Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, strong oral and written communication skills, organizing experience, and proficiency with computers. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook; Google Docs; as well as database and graphic manipulation software strongly preferred. Familiarity with Convio or website content management systems and online action tools a plus, but not required. Also needed are excellent personal relation skills including an ability to work both independently and in teams, and to interact professionally with individuals, including scientists, with a wide range of skills and responsibilities.
Compensation,
hours and duration
This is a full time internship through September 28, 2012, based
in UCS’s Washington, DC office. The Union of
Concerned Scientists provides a monthly stipend between $1,733 and $2,600 to
interns based on level of education. UCS
is an equal opportunity employer continually seeking to diversify its staff.
To
Apply
Please submit a cover letter and resume via email to
internship@ucsusa.org and include “Expert Engagement Intern” in the subject
line. Please also add in your cover letter where you heard about the
position. Email materials by Word or PDF
only. No phone calls. Deadline: February 17,
2012 or until filled.
Herbert Scoville Jr. Peace Fellowship
The Herbert Scoville Jr. Peace Fellowship, established in 1987, is a highly-competitive national fellowship program that provides college graduates with the opportunity to gain a Washington perspective on key issues of peace and security.
Twice yearly, the Fellowship's Board of Directors selects a small group of outstanding individuals to spend six to nine months in Washington. Supported by a monthly stipend, the fellows serve as full-time project assistants at the participating organization of their choice.
The Union of Concerned Scientists is one of the organizations where Scoville Fellows can elect to work.
Scoville Fellows, through independent projects and active participation with their chosen organization and the larger community dedicated to peace and security issues, have rich opportunities to gain experience and leadership skills and to help translate their social concerns into direct action. In addition, each fellow selects a board member to serve as a mentor and mentor, smoothing the transition to Washington, DC.
Scoville Fellows are selected from an international pool of distinguished applicants. Prospective fellows are expected to demonstrate excellent academic accomplishments and a strong interest in issues of peace and security. Graduate study, a college major, course work, or substantial independent reading that reflects the substantive focus of the fellowship is also a plus. Prior experience with public-interest activism or advocacy is highly desirable. It is preferred, but not required, that such activities be focused on peace and security issues.
For information on how to apply, please visit the Scoville Peace Fellowship website.
