FALL 2009 BAY LOCALIZE INTERNSHIPS NOW OPEN!

FALL 2009 BAY LOCALIZE INTERNSHIPS NOW OPEN!


Bay Localize, a public benefit nonprofit working to build stronger communities through regional self-reliance, is currently seeking interns for two of our main programs.


We depend on volunteers and interns to forward the important work of localizing our regional economy. We have two 3-month internship openings with a $250/month stipend. A minimum of 10 hours/week or 40 hours/month is required. Although much of the work can be done remotely, we ask that interns come to our office at least one day per week. People of color, women, and LGBT individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.


We are currently looking for dedicated interns for the following programs:

Bay Area 2020 Program
What will our communities look like in 2020 if we really do what's needed to reduce reliance on fossil fuels while making our communities better places to live? The Bay Area 2020 program trains and supports community leaders in making this vision a reality through our Community Resilience planning toolkit and workshops series, as well as promoting policies, hosting public events, and building networks to encourage the transition to a more resilient Bay Area. We are recruiting committed interns to assist with research, organizing, outreach, and communications. Minimum commitment of 10 hours/week required. Experience in sustainable economic development, community outreach, and writing is a plus. Contact Kirsten Schwind at kirsten [at] baylocalize [dot] org with "Bay Area 2020 Intern" in the subject line, or call (510) 834-0420 with questions.

Local Clean Energy Alliance
Get involved in the movement to bring local clean energy to the East Bay! A vibrant alliance of environmental advocates, community groups, businesses, and individuals in the East Bay -- spearheaded by Bay Localize, Pacific Environment, and the Sierra Club -- is developing a broad campaign to promote the cleanest, most efficient energy system possible in our region. We are recruiting committed volunteers and interns to assist with research, organizing, outreach, and communications. Minimum commitment of attending evening meetings the second Tuesday of every month and 8-10 hours/week of work between meetings. Experience in energy policy, energy efficiency, business, communications, or community outreach is a plus, although not necessary.

Bay Localize co-founded the Local Clean Energy Alliance, a growing coalition of local nonprofits, businesses, and community leaders working for a clean energy future in the East Bay. We seek to build off our successes in the East Bay to become a regional force for sound renewable energy and climate policy.


Here are some qualifications we're looking for:

Inclusive lens: please have ties to communities of color, be able to work with people of color, and be sensitive to the needs of communities of color
Good analytical abilities (proficient in basic Excel spreadsheet analysis)
Self-starter - need to be able to work with minimal supervision and feel comfortable asking questions when stuck
Can work from home for the most part. Attend weekly team meetings (Tuesdays at noon), and monthly Alliance meetings (2nd Tuesdays from 5:45-8:15p)
Attention to detail - need to be willing to check work several times, including formulas in spreadsheets and spelling errors in documents
Proficient writer - need to be able to write clear, sometimes technical policy documents for the website
Some web experience - knowledge of HTML and/or Drupal is a plus. Willingness to learn how to use use Drupal and to give public comments (with coaching) at meetings is essential.
Enthusiastic attitude
Contact Dave Room at dave [at] baylocalize [dot] org with "Local Clean Energy Intern" in the subject line, or call (510) 285-7075 with questions.



Aaron Lehmer
Network Development Director, Bay Localize
"Building Stronger Communities through Regional Self-Reliance"
436 14th Street, Suite 1127
Oakland, CA 94612
(510) 834-0420 [Office]
(415) 613-4781 [Cell]
aaron@baylocalize.org
http://www.baylocalize.org

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