Intern, Media & Editorial Communications

WRI Overview 

World Resources Institute (WRI) is an independent, nonprofit global research organization that turns big ideas into action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunity and human well-being. We are working to address critical challenges that the world must overcome this decade in order to secure a sustainable future for people and the planet: climate change, energy, food, forests, water, sustainable cities, and the ocean

Internships at WRI are learning experiences designed for current students, recent graduates, and other candidates who wish to gain knowledge about a specific area of our work. We strive to attract diverse, intellectually driven candidates who have a passion for sustainability and development. WRI provides many internship opportunities throughout the year in all our programs.  

WRI is committed to advancing gender and social equity for human well-being in our mission and applies this principle to our organizational and programmatic practices.   

Internship Summary 

WRI is seeking an intern to support the Core Communications team to support our media relations, digital communications, webinars, presentations, and other duties. The position requires someone who has strong writing and oral communication skills. We are seeking someone who is creative, highly organized, and has a passion for communicating to various audiences. An interest in media, design, social media and other communications is a plus, especially experience with virtual events, webinars, and platforms such as Zoom and Teams. We are also looking for someone with a strong interest in environmental issues and/or international development. Candidates who have experience working with people from different cultures and/or international experience is also desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide general communications support to the core communications team and programmatic areas, including writing, editing, media relations, webinars, presentations, and other tasks;
• Assist with media lists and research, including helping to organize and maintain WRI’s media database (Cision);
• Write and edit content for WRI.org’s website and blogs; and
• Provide administrative support to the team, including scheduling meetings, event logistics, note-taking, and other duties as required.

Learning Outcomes

The internship will gain experience in the following areas:

• You will work on a diverse set of communications professionals and interact with staff in different programs and international offices.
• You will learn about different international media outlets and reporters and strategies to reach them.
• You will get first-hand experience with social media and other communications channels.
• You will learn to juggle different projects and interact with staff at different levels within the organization.
• You will gain exposure to one of the leading global research organizations, with a focus on the environment and international development.

Internship Qualifications

• Pursuing or completed undergraduate or graduate degree in communications, journalism or public relations, international relations, or similar degree.
• Highly organized and ability to manage multiple projects at the same time;
• Strong communication skills, including written and oral communications;
• Prior experience with media databases like Cision are preferred but not required;
• Design skills, including Photoshop and Powerpoint are desirable; and
• An ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.

General Internship Requirements

• Applicants must have personal health insurance coverage; and
• U.S. work authorization is required for this opportunity. WRI does not sponsor interns for visas.

Compensation 

The pay range for this internship opportunity is between $15-18/hour, commensurate with qualifications. 

Duration and Location  

This is a six month, full-time internship with flexible start and end dates based on the candidate’s availability and need for the project. This is a remote-based internship with the option to work out of the Washington D.C. office once it reopens. WRI will provide a laptop for the duration of your internship. 

How to Apply 

Please submit a resume and cover letter. Applicants must apply through the WRI Careers portal to be considered. 

The World Resources Institute (http://www.wri.org) is an environmental and development research and policy organization that creates solutions to protect the Earth and improve people’s lives. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, it is WRI’s policy to recruit, hire, and provide opportunities for advancement in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, protected veteran status, or disability. WRI’s global agenda requires a staff that is diverse – with respect to race, gender, cultural, and international background. Diverse perspectives and experience enhance the way WRI selects and approaches issues, as well as the creativity and applicability of WRI’s policy research and analysis. WRI, therefore, encourages applications from U.S. minorities, persons from other countries (especially developing nations), and from women of all backgrounds.