Effective date: Immediate. Open until filled.
Duration: Minimum of one year of commitment. Full-time or part-time.
Position Specifications: COG has an immediate opening for an Intern to assist with public engagement via events and outreach to partner organizations, and support regional Community Engagement Campaign (CEC) committee work. There are two major elements to the CEC campaign:
a) Promoting the value and safety of tap water, via TapIt Metro DC. TapIt is a network of over 1,000 locations committed to refilling any reusable water bottle for free.
b) Promoting the protection of water infrastructure and source water quality, via drought and landscaping messaging, and via Protect Your Pipes Protect Your Pipes is an educational initiative highlighting the importance of the proper disposal of grease, “flushable” wipes, and medications.
The responsibilities of the Intern may include, but not be limited to:
- Engaging with TapIt partners and other community groups to promote tap water.
- Assisting with TapIt and Protect Your Pipes campaign outreach and events staffing, including tabling and presentations at various public outreach events (ex. fairs, schools, COG jurisdictional events, Bike to Work Day booth).
- Planning, implementing, and evaluating regional advertising campaigns.
- Assisting with the production, ordering, and distribution of promotional materials.
- Writing a quarterly newsletter to TapIt partners, with assistance from COG’s Office of Communications.
- Helping to organize committee conference calls and meetings/webinars, take notes, and prepare call/meeting summaries.
- Responding to CEC committee member requests in a timely manner.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
The position requires an interest in water/wastewater, public health, sustainability, and environmental stewardship, The Intern will demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal and collaborative acumen (polite, energetic, enthusiastic), shrewd judgement, and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks. The Intern must be organized and diligent. Basic understanding of water quality is ideal. Some evening and weekend work is required.
Minimum Qualifications:
Enrollment or completion of a Bachelor’s degree program in communications, marketing, environmental sciences, water resources, or a related field. Related work experience will be considered. Having a valid driver’s license is required.
To Apply:
Please send:
- A cover letter listing your two internship choices (by job code) in order of preference;
- A recent resume;
- A 3-5 page writing sample on any subject (these cannot be returned); and
- A copy of your transcript via mail to:
Internship Coordinator
Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments
777 North Capitol Street, N.E., #300
Washington, D.C. 20002-4239
OR
FAX: 202-962-3715
COG currently does not accept resumes submitted via e-mail.