About the role#
The Outdoors for All campaign works to ensure everyone has access to nature. As an intern, you will support our storytelling efforts by gathering experiences from outdoor leaders and participants. You will help turn these stories into digital content, including blog posts and social media updates. This role involves documenting campaign events and supporting our broader advocacy and fundraising goals.
What you'll do#
- Reach out to outdoor leaders and participants to collect stories about their experiences.
- Create social media content such as images, carousels, and short-form videos using Canva.
- Assist in the production of the weekly network newsletter by editing contributions and organizing content.
- Research policy topics and prepare briefing materials, presentation slides, and one-pagers.
- Participate in on-the-ground events to capture stories and document campaign impact.
- Support special projects and other duties as assigned.
What you'll need#
- Excellent writing skills and experience creating memos, fact-sheets, and slide decks.
- Proficiency with Canva and a strong visual eye for designing social media graphics.
- Ability to talk to a wide range of people and inspire them to share their stories.
- Commitment to meeting deadlines and following through on commitments.
- A desire to deepen your understanding of systems of oppression and how they relate to your own work.
- Interest in policy advocacy, conservation, and outdoor access.
- Experience or interest in working with veterans, youth, and volunteers from diverse backgrounds.
Location & details#
- Location: Washington, DC (On-site)
- Commitment: 15 hours per week for 6 months
- Compensation: 18-20 USD per hour
- Employment Type: Part-time, temporary internship
About Sierra Club
The Sierra Club is a non-profit organization founded in 1892. It focuses on environmental advocacy, lobbying, and grassroots organizing. The organization maintains a national presence with staff based across the United States and a network of local chapters. It currently employs over 1,300 people and operates as a unionized workplace.
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