Climate Central seeks creative, passionate interns to help develop climate communication materials that are both compelling and scientifically rigorous. Several paid internships are available for summer and fall 2021 on a full- or part-time basis. Depending on project needs, internships may last between a few weeks and up to six months. Internships will generally be remote.
About Climate Central
Climate Central is a climate research and communications non-profit organization. We provide a bridge between the public and climate scientists, contributing in a pivotal way to the national and international efforts to communicate the facts of climate change.
As an independent, non-partisan organization, Climate Central researches and reports the facts about climate change impacts, such as extreme weather, drought, flooding, wildfires, and sea level rise, as well as alternative energy systems and transportation. We are a non-advocacy organization and do not take positions on specific policies or technologies.
Internship projects
Eligibility
Applicants must meet one of the following criteria:
(i) currently enrolled at a degree-granting institution
(ii) currently on leave from a degree-granting institution, or
(iii) have graduated no earlier than January 2021.
Diversity
Climate Central embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a workplace that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We recognize that diverse teams make the strongest teams, and we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. Climate Central strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and as such do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of race, color, religious creed, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable discrimination laws.
How to Apply
Please send a cover letter and resume to internships@climatecentral.org. In your cover letter, please specify which of the above-listed internships is of interest to you and your relevant qualifications. Please also specify which of the above-listed eligibility criteria you meet.
Applicants will be contacted directly if selected as a candidate. Due to the volume of inquiries, Climate Central is unable to respond to each application individually.