About the role#
The Climate & Energy Department is seeking a graduate intern to join the Industrial Division. You will report to the Senior Carbon Management Specialist and support our emerging portfolio on carbon dioxide removal (CDR). This role focuses on scaling high-quality, responsible, and equitable CDR solutions.
What you'll do#
- Track policy, regulatory, and market developments related to CDR.
- Map key stakeholders and summarize perspectives from experts, policymakers, and industry representatives.
- Identify opportunities for advocacy and engagement at the state level, with an initial focus on California.
- Develop policy briefs, presentations, and educational materials.
- Support outreach activities and convenings that strengthen our work in shaping responsible CDR policy.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a graduate program.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Project management and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- A commitment to the mission, values, and DEI principles of the organization.
- Experience with Asana or a CRM tool is a plus.
Location & details#
- This is a paid, full-time internship for Summer 2027.
- The role is based in either Chicago, Illinois, or San Francisco, California.
- This position follows a hybrid work model, requiring 3 days of onsite work per week.
About Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC)
The Natural Resources Defense Council is a nonprofit organization focused on environmental law and policy. Founded in 1970, the group works on issues including global warming, ocean ecosystems, and wildlife preservation. It employs scientists, lawyers, and policy experts across offices in cities like New York, Washington, and Beijing. The organization maintains a staff of 501 to 1,000 people.
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