Communications Intern – Long Island Sound Study

Spend your summer providing writing and publishing assistance with the goal of increasing public engagement around Long Island Sound environmental initiatives and coastal water concerns.

In this internship, you’ll assist NEIWPCC with the implementation of the Long Island Sound Study (LISS) Communications, Outreach and Engagement (COE) Plan by:

• Writing articles and featuring Long Island Sound Futures Fund projects in Connecticut and New York.
• Contributing to LISS’s various online communications channels, assisting with the Living Shoreline Projects interactive map and webpages, and performing web updates.
• Supporting the development of public engagement content, participating in occasional site visits to conduct research and capture photo or video, and providing additional programmatic communications support.

The successful candidate will be a skilled writer who is excited about communicating how science and management can help sustain and protect the urban waterway from emerging threats. The candidate will have at least two years of college coursework in communications or journalism. A background in environmental or marine science or policy is preferred. The candidate will be able to work independently and as a team. The ability to shoot and edit photos and videos is desired (equipment would be provided but it is preferred that the intern have access to their own photo and video editing software). Candidates with alternative qualifications or who have taken a less traditional career path may be considered if an aptitude for success and a strong willingness to learn is clearly apparent.

The anticipated hourly pay range for this internship is $17-19, dependent on experience. This seasonal position is based in the EPA Long Island Sound Office in Stamford, CT 06904. Duties will be performed largely in an office setting, but with a need for travel, for which a valid driver’s license and private means of transportation is required. Access to a laptop and reliable internet access is required. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required.

To apply, send a cover letter, resume, and journalistic writing samples to jobs@neiwpcc.org by March 24, 2024. Please reference #24-LISS-003 in the email subject line. A full position description may be viewed at https://neiwpcc.org/about-us/careers. Additional information about LISS can be found on https://longislandsoundstudy.net/.

About NEIWPCC
NEIWPCC is a regional commission that helps the states of the Northeast preserve and advance water quality. We engage and convene water quality professionals and other interested parties from New England and New York to collaborate on water, wastewater, and environmental science challenges across shared regions, ecosystems, and areas of expertise. Our mission is to advance clean water in the Northeast through collaboration with, and service to, our member states.

NEIWPCC’s Diversity Commitment
NEIWPCC is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. NEIWPCC is an equal opportunity employer, and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification, marital status, physical and mental disability, ancestry, genetic information, age, political or union affiliation, pregnancy or related medical conditions, military service or application for military service, veteran status, or any other status or classification protected by applicable law. Physical or mental disabilities will be considered only as they may relate to the candidate’s ability to fulfill bona fide job requirements. This policy refers to all personnel practices including employee recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, training, disciplining, terminating and all other conditions. Read more about NEIWPCC’s commitment to diversity here: https://neiwpcc.org/about-us/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/.