Several interns needed
Solar Electric Light Fund (SELF)
The Solar Electric Light Fund is a Washington, D.C.-based nonprofit whose mission is to design
and implement solar energy solutions to assist the 1.2 billion people living in
energy poverty with their economic, educational, health care and agricultural
development. Since 1990, SELF has completed
projects in more than 20 countries and pioneered unique applications of solar
power such as for drip irrigation in Benin, health care in Haiti, telemedicine
in the Amazon rainforest, online learning in South Africa and microenterprise
development in Nigeria.
We are currently seeking Summer
interns to assist the team with: Research related to energy,
health, gender issues, food security, and climate change; Donor relations and
outreach; Prospect research; Assistance with correspondence and proposals; Assistance with social media and communications; Special projects
The ideal candidates will have a
demonstrated interest in renewable energy, international development,
communications, and/or resource development. Candidates should be strong
writers, creative, have an eye for detail, and able to work independently.
This is an unpaid position. Check with your school about receiving academic
credit.
To apply: Please email your resume, a cover
letter explaining how this internship will benefit your program of study, and a
writing sample to Katie Fotofili at katie@self.org. In the
subject line, write 'Summer Internship – [First Name] [Last Name].'