Boston, Massachusetts, USA

The Nature Conservancy's offices in Massachusetts are currently closed and staff are working remotely.

Since 1951, The Nature Conservancy has been doing work you can believe in protecting the lands and waters that all life depends on. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive.

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In addition to the minimum requirements in our postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job. Passion, innovation, and diversity are all key components to advancing our Mission and we encourage you to apply.

All TNC staff based in the U.S. or a U.S. Territory are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of receiving one of the vaccines approved in the U.S. (Pfizer, Moderna, or Johnson & Johnson) shall be condition of employment and must be provided prior to starting work. TNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and reasonable accommodations for candidates who cannot be vaccinated due to a valid medical or religious reason, or claim an exemption under applicable state law will be considered.

The Policy & Partnerships Intern works on a variety of activities alongside the Policy & Partnerships team at the Massachusetts Chapter of The Nature Conservancy, which may include administrative duties, advocacy, research, and outreach on a wide variety of policy and projects that help achieve our goals related to biodiversity and climate change.

• Green Budget Advocacy: assist with making case to the legislature for increased funding for state annual operating budget for agency partners and specific programs
• Advocacy for priority legislation: assist with outreach and meetings with legislators on TNC priority bills
• Research on federal funding (ARPA, infrastructure, and climate/social infrastructure): We are taking an iterative approach, so tasks are not 100% identified, but likely to include helping provide input to state agencies om the best value/impact for federal funds
• Researching topics for the 2023 and beyond as we will have a new governor and emerging legislative priorities
• Research on the Climate Funding Project: digging deeper on sources of funding and the background of community-based organizations with which we are engaging and aligning.
• Performs duties under general supervision and established guidelines.
• Prioritizes work independently, working with supervisor as needed.
• Makes day to day decisions within the scope of work assignments.
• Consults with supervisor to address any issues that affect the work of others or the program as a whole.

• Experience, coursework, or other training in public policy, government relations, business, or sustainability.
• Fluency in English.
• Experience in general program support such as meeting preparation, data tracking and research or related experience.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural experience appreciated.
• Ability to organize time and manage diverse activities.
• Proven organizational skills and attention to detail.

Job Family: External Affairs

Job Number: 950007

Salary Grade: 1

To apply for job ID 50834, submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/ by 11:59 PM EST on January 17, 2022. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact applyhelp@tnc.org.

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

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