WWF Overview

For 60 years, WWF has worked to help people and nature thrive. As one of the world’s leading conservation organizations, WWF works in more than 100 countries, connecting cutting-edge conservation science with the collective power of our partners in the field – more than one million supporters in the United States and five million globally, as well as partnerships with communities, companies, and governments.

Our vision for diversity, equity and inclusion at WWF is an organization as diverse as the world we protect; where the richness of all our unique views, experiences, and backgrounds combines to create the most sustainable and inclusive conservation outcomes possible — bringing the greatest benefit to the planet and every person who lives on it.

Across the many cultures and individuals that represent WWF, we are unified by one mission, one brand, and one common set of values: Courage, Respect, Integrity and Collaboration.

BRIDGE – Building Relationships, Inclusivity, Diversity, Growth, and Excellence

WWF’s diversity-focused internship program, BRIDGE, aims to recruit professionals early in their careers who bring fresh thinking and innovation to the environmental and conservation sector and are well positioned to develop into the next generation of leaders. Our mission is to increase exposure of students from underrepresented populations to conservation and environmental careers, provide professional development opportunities, reduce the barriers to attracting a diverse pool of internship candidates, and develop a pipeline for future WWF hires from underrepresented populations.

Position Summary

The Employee Engagement Intern will be an important part of the implementation of a streamlined platform that helps standardize our offerings in a way that increases ROI, grows employee giving, and formalizes revenue allocations to Goal teams. This internship presents a unique opportunity to contribute to the development and implementation of this new platform while gaining valuable experience in content creation and project management.

The intern will play a vital role in shaping the narrative of the platform, contributing to the creation of compelling content and program offerings that inspire action and drive positive change. This hands-on experience in content creation and engagement strategy execution will not only enhance their skill set but also deepen their understanding of effective communication strategies within the context of conservation and sustainability. Overall, this internship offers a dynamic learning environment where the intern will be empowered to drive meaningful change towards WWF’s mission.

Assist with WWF Site Build and Partner Sites:
• Collaborate with team members to develop WWF site and corporate partner sites, contributing to the design, layout, and functionality of the sites to optimize user experience.
Content Review Process:
• Support the content review process for all Goal teams, ensuring feedback and updates are implemented as needed.
Communications:
• Develop email communication templates for the platform that are designed to engage participants in challenges, promote giving campaigns, and encourage taking action to reduce their footprint.
Promotional Materials Creation:
• Design and create promotional materials to raise awareness and drive engagement with the platform.
Project Management Using Airtable:
• Utilize Airtable as a project management tool to help the team organize tasks, stay on schedule, and track progress.
General Support:
• Provide other general administrative and programmatic support to the team as needed
• Participate in other meetings, workshops, and projects to enhance skills and knowledge related to PSE and EE initiatives.

Minimum Requirements:

• Pursuing an Associate’s or Bachelor’s program. Must be an actively enrolled student and not received degree at time of internship start date (June 17, 2024).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to collaborate both internally with team members/Goal teams, and externally to engage with corporate partners and their employees.
• Experience working with content creation tools and platforms such as PowerPoint or Canva
• Familiarity with using spreadsheets to track multiple data points and progress
• Project management skills including task organization, time management, and the ability to manage multiple projects within deadlines.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a hybrid team environment.
• 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 Qualifications:

• Writing experience specific to conservation and sustainability issues

Learning Outcomes

Platform Development:
• The intern will get hands-on experience in platform development, including understanding the technical aspects and optimizing platform functionality to achieve team goals.
Content Development:
• Through contributing to the creation and review of compelling content and program offerings, the intern will develop their content creation skills to effectively communicate conservation and sustainability messages.
Project Management:
• By assisting in the coordination and execution of platform development and content review, the intern will enhance their project management skills to ensure successful project outcomes.
Strategic Engagement:
• Through strategic communications with platform participants, the intern will develop effective engagement strategies to drive behavior change, encourage giving, and cultivate new sustainability champions.
Mission-Driven Empowerment:
• By actively contributing to driving meaningful change towards WWF’s mission, the intern will be empowered to apply their new skills and knowledge to advance conservation and sustainability initiatives, both within the organization and in their future careers.

WWF interns will be provided a set of professional development opportunities, aimed at increasing their exposure to conservation and sustainability careers. This includes:

• Development discussions with their manager;
• Up to two online courses through Cornell University’s eCornell program;
• Speed mentoring with different WWF teams;
• Opportunity to present their work to intern peers and WWF staff;
• Session on resume and interviewing best practices.

Interns will also have access to an array of networking opportunities. This includes meetings with WWF’s CEO, the senior management team, Employee Resource Groups, and representatives from other departments.

Location:

US Remote – WWF employs interns in all states with the exception of: Alabama, Hawaii, Idaho, Kentucky, Louisiana, Nevada, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, Wyoming.

Compensation:

Paid – $17 per hour (full-time, 35 hours per week)

Internship Dates:

Internship will run from June 17, 2024 to August 23, 2024

How to Apply:

Please submit a resume & cover letter through our Careers page, Requisition #BR-2436

In your cover letter, please describe your relevant skills and experience for this position and include a discussion of 1) how you have demonstrated a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and 2) what you hope to gain from the internship.

If selected for the role, you will need to provide 1 letter of recommendation as part of the WWF application process.

*Please note that interns must have U.S. work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa.

As an EOE/AA employer, WWF will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or protected Veteran status.