IN-26032 Freshwater Metrics Intern
World Wildlife Fund, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Position Summary
WWF seeks a Freshwater Metrics Intern for the Freshwater Metrics Team. Successful candidate will support the technical team with our work in the Rio Grande‑Bravo basin. The Freshwater Metrics team is a cross‑cutting team that focuses on transforming the way stakeholders create and act on sustainability programs leading to impact in WWF's priority waterscapes. In this role, you will have a unique end‑to‑end exposure to the scientific development, communications, education, and science policy required to work effectively in a place. You will support thought leadership related to the basin and expose gaps in implementation, in particular with respect to science policy.
Responsibilities
Support the FW Metrics team in developing briefs and analyzing data to support our work in the Rio Grande‑Bravo.
Map current guidance as it relates to implementation of nature‑based solutions.
Identify disconnects in policy and implementation.
Propose solutions to close these disconnects.
Experience cross‑cutting collaboration of our team, providing a broad perspective to solving today's greatest water challenges.
Engage with experts driving impacts for water security on the ground and guidance‑setting agencies to deliver credible science‑based solutions.
Report to the Sr. Director, FW Metrics and US Waterscapes, and support the development of integrated strategies to transform the way our water resources are managed globally.
Qualifications
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. All persons hired must verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Minimum Requirements:
Only enrolled students are eligible for this internship as you must be able to receive academic credit from your current academic institution. Able to work either part time or full time, depending on class schedule and availability.
Undergraduate in good standing pursuing a bachelor's degree in environmental science and policy or other applied science field.
Must be actively enrolled student and not received degree at time of internship.
Identifies and aligns with WWF’s core values:
COURAGE
– We demonstrate courage through our actions, we work for change where it’s needed, and we inspire people and institutions to tackle the greatest threats to nature and the future of the planet, which is our home.
INTEGRITY
– We live the principles we call on others to meet. We act with integrity, accountability, and transparency, and we rely on facts and science to guide us and to ensure that we learn and evolve.
RESPECT
– We honor the voices and knowledge of people and communities that we serve, and we work to secure their rights to a sustainable future.
COLLABORATION
– We deliver impact at the scale of the challenges we face through the power of collective action and innovation.
Preferred Requirements:
Desire to pursue environmental law and policy, especially as it relates to water resources management.
Compensation
Unpaid. For all unpaid internships, applicants must be enrolled in school and be able to obtain academic course credit from their university.
Equal Opportunity Statement
World Wildlife Fund (WWF) promotes equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
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WWF seeks a Freshwater Metrics Intern for the Freshwater Metrics Team. Successful candidate will support the technical team with our work in the Rio Grande‑Bravo basin. The Freshwater Metrics team is a cross‑cutting team that focuses on transforming the way stakeholders create and act on sustainability programs leading to impact in WWF's priority waterscapes. In this role, you will have a unique end‑to‑end exposure to the scientific development, communications, education, and science policy required to work effectively in a place. You will support thought leadership related to the basin and expose gaps in implementation, in particular with respect to science policy.
Responsibilities
Support the FW Metrics team in developing briefs and analyzing data to support our work in the Rio Grande‑Bravo.
Map current guidance as it relates to implementation of nature‑based solutions.
Identify disconnects in policy and implementation.
Propose solutions to close these disconnects.
Experience cross‑cutting collaboration of our team, providing a broad perspective to solving today's greatest water challenges.
Engage with experts driving impacts for water security on the ground and guidance‑setting agencies to deliver credible science‑based solutions.
Report to the Sr. Director, FW Metrics and US Waterscapes, and support the development of integrated strategies to transform the way our water resources are managed globally.
Qualifications
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. All persons hired must verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Minimum Requirements:
Only enrolled students are eligible for this internship as you must be able to receive academic credit from your current academic institution. Able to work either part time or full time, depending on class schedule and availability.
Undergraduate in good standing pursuing a bachelor's degree in environmental science and policy or other applied science field.
Must be actively enrolled student and not received degree at time of internship.
Identifies and aligns with WWF’s core values:
COURAGE
– We demonstrate courage through our actions, we work for change where it’s needed, and we inspire people and institutions to tackle the greatest threats to nature and the future of the planet, which is our home.
INTEGRITY
– We live the principles we call on others to meet. We act with integrity, accountability, and transparency, and we rely on facts and science to guide us and to ensure that we learn and evolve.
RESPECT
– We honor the voices and knowledge of people and communities that we serve, and we work to secure their rights to a sustainable future.
COLLABORATION
– We deliver impact at the scale of the challenges we face through the power of collective action and innovation.
Preferred Requirements:
Desire to pursue environmental law and policy, especially as it relates to water resources management.
Compensation
Unpaid. For all unpaid internships, applicants must be enrolled in school and be able to obtain academic course credit from their university.
Equal Opportunity Statement
World Wildlife Fund (WWF) promotes equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
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