Political Mobilization Intern
 World Resources Institute (WRI) | |
 United States, D.C., Washington | |
| 10 G Street NE (Show on map) | |
 Aug 04, 2026 | |
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About the Program: The High Ambition Coalition for Nature and People (HAC for N&P) is an intergovernmental group of more than 120 countries - co-chaired by Nigeria and France, with the United Kingdom as Ocean Champion - championing a global deal for nature and people with the central goal of protecting at least 30 percent of the world's land and ocean area by 2030. The 30x30 target is a global target which aims to halt the accelerating loss of species and protect vital ecosystems that are the source of our economic security. This is a hybrid position which requires 4 days per month in the office. You can be based in our office in Washington DC. Existing work authorization is required at the time of application submission as WRI is unable to sponsor any visa work sponsorship for this position. To be eligible for this position, you must be a resident of DC, Maryland or Virginia at the start of employment. What you will do: You will be responsible for integrating equity into your work. As the intern on political mobilization, you will be supporting Jason Dozier, Senior Program Officer for Political Mobilization (and Maggie Brunet, the Rapid Deployment Mechanism's manager). You will be supporting HAC for N&P countries in increasing their political engagement in favor of protecting 30% of our planet's land and ocean through supporting bilateral engagements between the HAC for N&P and its members especially the International Steering Committee with the development of the yearly workplan, high-level events organization and tracking both HAC for N&P engagements and country progress on 30x30. You will report to Jason Dozier, Senior Program Officer on Political Mobilization. Internship Learning Outcomes:
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Compensation The pay for this internship opportunity is $20/hourfor undergrads; $22/hour for graduates and $24/hour for PhD students. Length of Contract: This is a part-time (20 hours/week), 6-month internship with a flexible start and end date. Location:
How to Apply: About Us: World Resources Institute works to improve people's lives, protect and restore nature and stabilize the climate. As an independent research organization, we leverage our data, expertise and global reach to influence policy and catalyze change across systems like food, land and water; energy; and cities. Our 2,000+ staff work on the ground in more than a dozen focus countries and with partners in over 50 nations. 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, racial, and social equity for human well-being in our mission and applies this principle to our organizational and programmatic practices. Our mission and values: WRI's mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earth's environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations. Our values are shared ideals that bind us together: Independence, Integrity, Impact, Partnership and Care. Our culture: WRI is committed to advancing gender and social equity for human well-being in our mission, including equal opportunities inemployment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, caste, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or protected Veteran status. Our People team carefully reviews all applications. #LI-DNP | |