Inclusion & Belonging Internship
Description
Internship Title: Inclusion & Belonging Intern | Salary: $20/hour FLSA: Non-Exempt, Temporary Full-Time |
Department: Chief of Staff Location: Washington D.C. Time Frame: June 2nd – August 8th | |
Last Revised: March 2025 | |
POSITION SUMMARY
Defenders of Wildlife’s 10-week summer internship program will provide interns with in-depth exposure to Defenders’ conservation work, the opportunity to acquire specific skills needed to pursue their professional goals, the opportunity to engage in hands-on research/projects in their field of study, and the opportunity to build professional networks. The program will also provide students with cross-disciplinary exposure, one-to-one mentor matching, and peer-to-peer support.
The Inclusion & Belonging (I&B) Intern will support the development, coordination, and execution of culture-related initiatives throughout Defenders. Reporting to the Vice President of Inclusion & Belonging, the intern will assist in implementing I&B strategies, aid in project administration, and manage communications related to I&B programs. This position offers hands-on experience in promoting a culture of inclusion, and belonging, and is an ideal opportunity for someone interested in a career in I&B.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist in the planning, coordination, and facilitation of I&B training sessions, workshops, and webinars.
- Support the I&B team in monitoring I&B -related metrics, tracking progress, and contributing to reports on program effectiveness.
- Participate in organizing I&B events, including meetings, community outreach programs, and employee resource group activities.
- Aid in creating, updating, and maintaining I&B content for newsletters, reports, and external PR.
- Provide administrative support for I&B initiatives, including scheduling, preparing materials, and record maintenance.
- Support budget management by tracking I&B expenses and assisting with financial documentation.
- Help coordinate internship orientation activities.
- Assist with research on best practices to support continuous improvement in policies and procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Current undergraduate student at an accredited 2 or 4-year institution.
Experience: Commitment to or demonstrated interest in wildlife conservation and environmental work; commitment to or demonstrated interest in workforce and culture efforts in a conservation organization.
Requirements:
- Must be eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must be able to commit to the full 10-week term of the program
- Strong writing, research, and verbal communication skills
Application Materials:
- CV or resume
- Cover letter
Physical Activities and Demands:
- Ability to remain stationary for prolonged periods.
- Ability to communicate effectively to exchange information.
- No adverse environmental conditions expected.
Visit www.defenders.org to apply.
All employees are required to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions. The essential duties and responsibilities listed above are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
It is the policy of Defenders of Wildlife to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to their race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, genetic information, disability, veterans' status or and any other legally protected class, characteristic or trait per applicable federal, state, or local law.
Please be advised this position is NON union eligible.