Neighborhood Development Internship (Unpaid)

Neighborhood Development Internship (Unpaid)

USGBC has an opportunity for a practical learning experience for a currently enrolled graduate or undergraduate student through an unpaid internship with its LEED for Neighborhood Development team during the 2011 Fall semester.

The Neighborhood Development Internship is an opportunity to gain a strong understanding of the LEED for Neighborhood Development technical criteria, market outreach strategy, and policy research; as well as gain knowledge of smart growth, urbanism, and green building. Candidates must be able to work in USGBC’s Washington, D.C., office. The ability to work 20-40 hours per week for a 3 month period is preferred but not required.

This internship is unpaid, and is available in exchange for school credit.

Internship Details Include:
Work on the development of an interactive educational session about LEED-ND for an upcoming conference.
Analysis of LEED-ND pilot projects and the strategies they used to achieve certification.
Provide assistance to Affordable Green Neighborhoods Grant Program.
Research and write case studies and PowerPoint slides on LEED-ND projects and complete guidance for market sectors.
Develop content and outreach for an upcoming exhibit about sustainable neighborhood development.

Education and Training Requirements/Preferences:
Current enrollment in graduate or undergraduate program in Urban Planning, Public Policy, or Environment Science, or a related field required

Experience Requirements:
Prior experience working in an office environment preferred

Other Required Skills and Qualifications:
Strong written and research skills
Excellent project coordination, organizational, and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple projects, set priorities, and work with short deadlines
Strong sense of personal responsibility and accountability for delivering high quality work
Team player with strong interpersonal skills
Commitment to USGBC mission

For more information and to apply, visit www.usgbc.org/jobs