The EC is now accepting applications for our EC Intern Position for the 2007-08 school year.

If you enjoy working with students and organizing campus projects, events and workshops, this may be the job for you! Have a look.

The EC intern is a multifaceted position designed to provide professional training in all aspects of environmental non-profit work including: outreach and public involvement, media and communications, organizing events and educational programs, managing campus and community projects, fundraising, and administration.  The Environmental Center Intern is a full-time position lasting from August 13, 2007 to May 12, 2008.  The intern will work under the supervision the Environmental Center coordinator in the Fort Lewis College Department of Student Affairs.   Here is the full job description.

Qualifications:  The Intern should be in final stages of an undergraduate degree program or already possess their bachelor’s degree.  The Intern should have some knowledge of environmental concerns on college campuses.  Previous experience with a college/university environmental program or club, environmental studies department, or campus recycling program is desired.
 
Required

• Experience with leading and facilitating group projects
• An ability to communicate and work with diverse populations on environmental issues
• An ability to work on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with planning and implementing events and education programs, including public speaking
• An ability to take initiative and work independently to solve problems
• A positive attitude and sense of humor

Additional Preferred Skills/Qualifications

• Work experience with a college/university sustainability program and/or residential housing program
• Knowledge of environmental concerns in the Four Corners Region
• Competency with MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Publisher, Adobe Photoshop, and Web editing programs
• Experience organizing, managing and empowering volunteers
• An ability to do independent research and effectively summarize large amounts of information
• Experience mentoring and supporting students, through peer counseling, coaching, or similar experiences

Compensation:  The Environmental Center intern will receive housing on campus and a stipend of $5,000.  The position is also eligible for an Americorps education award of $2,362.50 upon completion of the internship.  The position requires a flexible work schedule, including some nights and weekends

To Apply:  Send a cover letter which addresses the qualifications of the position, resume, three references (current letters of recommendations are acceptable), and a one-page statement about ways to build a supportive community that will take action on important environmental and social justice issue to: EC Intern Application, Fort Lewis College Environmental Center, 1000 Rim Drive, Durango, CO 81301, 970-247-7091. A complete application packet may also be emailed to renner_m@fortlewis.edu.

Complete applications must arrive by June 1, 2007 to receive initial consideration, but feel free to contact us after the deadline to find out if we have filled the position.    FLC is an AA/EEO employer. Women and people of color are encouraged to apply.