Job Description

Browning Environmental Communications is now accepting applications for an Environmental Communications Internship in the fall in our Washington, DC office. This is a competitive internship with the world’s top agency for environmental sustainability communications and consulting. 

Browning is an agile team with an international presence. We believe that strong communications are more vital than ever to achieving the transition to a sustainable world. Our clients range from corporates to non-profits, all committed to improving their sustainability and other environmental commitments. 

To this end, we are looking for an intern who is passionate about the environment and wants to learn the basics of working in a PR firm in the US.   

You will be assigned an experienced Browning consultant as a mentor to guide you through the internship and answer questions as you learn about the industry. You will be empowered to gain hands-on experience in PR and communications, such as working with media, while also furthering your knowledge in a wide range of environmental topics such as biodiversity, climate finance mechanisms, climate policy, and more. 

You will also receive regular detailed feedback—measured against mutually determined goals—and work with your mentor to tailor this internship to get the most out of your experience. 

Individuals of diverse backgrounds and circumstances are encouraged to apply.

Pay: $18/hour

Deadline for application: 18th August 2024

Duration

This internship is intended to run for 3 months starting in September, with the opportunity to extend the internship or secure full-time employment with Browning at the end of that period, pending review. 

It is a full-time (40 hours/week) in-person position based out of Browning’s Washington, DC office.

Responsibilities

In this position, you will be supporting the team with day-to-day client account tasks such as: 

• Copywriting (press releases, quotes, emails, status and contact reports, social media materials, etc.)  
• Editing various documents and materials 
• Curating and maintaining targeted media lists Writing pitches 
• Media monitoring 
• Event identification and support 
• Institutional knowledge management support 
• Administrative support, ensuring internal processes are followed 
• Building and maintaining award and event lists, recommending appropriate opportunities to target 

You will also be conducting research into relevant subjects (think renewable energy, corporate sustainability efforts, climate policy, etc.), analyzing implications, and weighing in on how to incorporate your findings into strategy on behalf of our clients.

Requirements

Applicants must possess a bachelor’s degree and have or be in pursuit of a master’s degree in one of the following areas: Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Environmental Policy, Communications, International Development, Conservation, or other related fields.

Qualifications

How to Apply

How to Apply

Interested applicants are encouraged to send their CV and a cover letter to [email protected]

Job Categories: Climate Change. Job Types: Internship. Job Tags: climate, Communications, environment, intern, public relations, and sustainability. Salaries: See posting for details.

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