USA Internships

Africa Programs Intern
Date Posted: 11/1/2007
Location: Arlington, VA
Status: Currently accepting applications for Winter 2008.

Work on our creative team to conserve wildlife in Tanzania, Uganda, Guinea and the Congo Basin. Interns provide day to day administrative support, carry out small library and Internet research projects, assist with public outreach projects, and process information requests. While many of the intern's duties are administrative, this position offers a unique behind the scenes look at an international wildlife research, conservation and education not-for-profit.

Applicants must have a BA or equivalent degree. Preference will be given to individuals with knowledge of African primate conservation, environmental education, community conservation/sustainable development programs and the commercial bushmeat trade.

We look for people with;

• Strong communication skills
• Excellent writing ability
• Computer knowledge
• French translation and writing skills are favorable

Please provide writing sample (in English) along with your resume and cover letter.

The internship requires a minimum 3-month commitment (4-6 months preferred) and pays a $1,000 monthly stipend. Hours are full-time 9am to 5:30pm Mon-Fri (with some flexibility). Work will be based out of the JGI USA Office, located in Arlington, Virginia (near Ballston metro).

Send resume and cover letter to:
Megan Nelson
The Jane Goodall Institute
4245 North Fairfax Drive, Ste 600
Arlington, VA 22203

Communications Internship – Writing, Editing, Administrative
Date Posted: 8/22/2007
Location: The Jane Goodall Institute - USA Headquarters (Arlington, Virginia)
Status: Currently accepting applications for Spring 2008 (beginning mid-February)

Founded by renowned primatologist Jane Goodall, JGI is a global nonprofit that empowers people to make a difference for all living things. We are creating healthy ecosystems, promoting sustainable livelihoods and nurturing new generations of committed, active citizens around the world.  The Communications Department plays an integral role in the organization, working to convey and promote the mission of JGI to the public and the media.  Interns gain valuable, hands-on experience in all aspects of the department and get a behind-the-scenes look at a small, but growing, nonprofit organization.

 Duties:

• Writing and editing content for the JGI website
• Maintaining media lists
• Writing first draft press releases, letters to the editor, correspondence, articles, action alerts etc.
• Working with Office of the Founder, maintaining events section of JGI website
• Supporting Dr. Goodall’s lecture tour
• Organizing and maintaining the media clips archive
• Working with staff to supervise the merchandise program
• Managing the schedule and work of Communications Department volunteers
• Handling general information requests by phone, mail, email and fax
• Providing general office, administrative and marketing support
• Providing phone coverage (on a rotating basis) to JGI’s receptionist

 Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or be currently enrolled in a college program
• Strong writing, research and communications skills
• Attention to detail / organized
• Ability to be flexible in a fast-paced working environment
• Initiative and ability to work independently
• A courteous and professional phone manner
• Office and/or professional experience preferred
• Good computer skills and experience with Excel, Word, Microsoft Office a must
• Interest and knowledge of the JGI mission is a plus

The internship requires a four-month commitment (6 months preferred) and includes a $1000 monthly stipend.  This is a full-time position at JGI-USA headquarters in Arlington, Virginia (across from the Ballston Metro station).

To apply for this internship, please submit your resume, cover letter, three references and two brief writing samples (1-2 pages each).  Applicants must be citizens or permanent residents of the U.S.  No phone calls please.

Send resume and cover letter to:
Emily Sanson
4245 North Fairfax Drive
Suite 600
Arlington, VA 22203

Chimpanzee Intern
Date Posted: 12/8/2003
Location: Tucson, AZ
Status: Please Contact ChimpanZoo for application guidelines.

The ChimpanZoo Program consists of professionals and volunteers who conduct behavioral research on captive chimpanzees and strive to improve chimpanzees' living conditions. A limited number of internship positions are available at the ChimpanZoo office. Although funding is not available for ChimpanZoo interns, academic credit can be arranged for students who wish to study chimpanzee behavior while taking part in a research project. Only individuals interested in chimpanzee research are accepted. Applications will be judged on the merit of the proposed research project.

Send resume and cover letter to:
Dr. Virginia Landau
The Geronimo Building, Room #308
800 E. University Blvd.
Tucson, AZ 85721
Tel: 520.621.4785
Fax: 520.621.2230