Internships at the Rainforest Alliance --
Who, What, Where, When and Why?
See our current Spring 2001 internships
Whether you're a working professional interested in donating some of your time and expertise to our organization or a college student interested in gaining environmental work experience we welcome you to read on about internship opportunities at the Rainforest Alliance.
What will I be doing?
Internship positions are available within our various programs and departments. Internships may include research on: environmental and market issues, environmental policy and law, tropical agriculture and forestry, media surveys, and special projects. Internships are currently available with the following Rainforest Alliance Programs and Departments:
Conservation Agriculture Program: CAP works to improve social and environmental conditions in tropical agriculture through the development and promotion of sound farming practices. Farms that meet these standards are "certified" and may use the ECO-OK label in marketing their products.
Conservation Media Center: CMC is the environmental news hub of the Americas and is based in Costa Rica. The program publicizes conservation efforts and issues in Latin America and the Caribbean, helps conservation leaders design effective communications strategies and trains journalists in environmental reporting skills.
Communications: The main function of the Communications Department is to design and implement strategies and campaigns aimed at publicizing the Rainforest Alliance organization and its programs to a wide range of audiences.
SmartWood: SmartWood conserves forests by identifying and promoting environmentally sound forest management practices and awarding its seal of approval to responsible forest managers. (SmartWood internships are generally conducted in the Richmond, Vermont office).
Where and When?
The majority of our internships are located in our New York office during the summer, fall, and spring semester. Some out-of-office research projects may be available provided that interns have access to a computer and the Internet. The time frame for internships can vary depending on the project, however, a three-month minimum commitment is usually requested.
The Rainforest Alliance does not provide field internships but we have compiled a listing of other organizations that do. Click here to see our list.
See our current Spring 2001 internships
Why become an Intern at the Rainforest Alliance:
There are many benefits in becoming an intern at the Rainforest Alliance. Interns are a valuable resource to the Rainforest Alliance and play an integral role in many of our projects. As a small organization interns will have an opportunity to work with all levels of the Rainforest Alliance staff members. An internship can also help to increase your exposure to new career opportunities and to the field of conservation. It is a good first step towards an environmental career. According to The Complete Guide to Environmental Careers, "internships are considered a prerequisite for employment in the environmental community."
Requirements
All internships require research experience and strong written and verbal communication skills. Good academic standing and evidence of an interest in or knowledge of environmental issues are necessary. Computer skills are required. Foreign language skills are useful.
College Credit
The Rainforest Alliance will cooperate with colleges and universities offering credit for internship programs or work on special projects. It is the responsibility of the student to secure credit for the internship.
Compensation
Financial compensation is generally not available. However, depending upon the availability of funds for a particular program/ department a stipend may be provided for lunch and local commuting costs. Some students can qualify for work-study through their universities.
Applying for an Internship Position
All applicants should include a cover letter explaining their interest in an internship at the Rainforest Alliance as well as a resume of work experience.
Send to
Helena Albuquerque
Manager of Human Resources
Rainforest Alliance
65 Bleecker Street, 6th Floor
New York, NY 10012
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