Research Intern, Ashtracker - Spring/Summer 2016
The
Environmental Integrity Project (EIP) in Washington, D.C., is seeking an Intern to support our coal
program. Specifically, the Intern will help EIP maintain and improve our
website dedicated to tracking groundwater contamination at coal ash
dumps, www.Ashtracker.org. This
position is located at our Washington, D.C. office. The ideal candidate will be
a proactive, highly organized, and detail-oriented individual with a
demonstrated interest in environmental advocacy.
EIP is a
non-partisan, nonprofit organization established in 2002 to promote stronger
enforcement of laws targeting pollution from the energy industry, including
coal plants, oil and gas facilities and refineries. Our goal is to protect the
environment and reduce pollution by improving compliance and shining a light on
violations. EIP has a strong focus on gathering and analyzing pollution data
and making it accessible to the public, as well as a commitment to helping
reduce pollution in disadvantaged communities that are especially vulnerable to
its adverse effects.
Key
Responsibilities:
- Drafting and submitting public information requests to state agencies
- Organizing and reviewing groundwater monitoring reports
- Compiling and analyzing groundwater monitoring data
- Drafting narrative site descriptions and social media content
- Tracking current events related to coal ash and coal-fired power plants
Qualifications:
- Current undergraduate or graduate student studying environmental science, public health, environmental policy, or a related field
- Comfortable using Microsoft Excel and Google Earth
- Able to work independently
To
Apply: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and candidates
are encouraged to apply as early as possible. Please submit a cover letter and
resume to Ashtracker@environmentalintegrity.org.