Internships Opportunities
Research Assistant and Event Organizer
Currently Open
This position is particularly suited for individuals with an interest in community organizing, government or political science or environmental science. The position will involve assisting the Western Mountains Alliance and partners in organizing public forums in Franklin, Somerset, Oxford and Piscataquis Counties focused on issues and opportunities relevant to western Maine, such as renewable energy, land use planning, sustainable agriculture and civic leadership. Primary responsibilities will include background and literature research, assisting in identifying and coordinating speakers and venues for events and assisting with outreach and public relations. Opportunities to write for our newsletter or to assist with grant research are possible for the right candidate.
Job Description
- The position is temporary and about 8-10 hours per week with flexible scheduling.
- Conduct literature searches, review articles, and assist drafting background materials on topics selected by planning groups.
- Work with staff and community members to design and organize event itineraries and related materials for the website.
- Assist in recruiting speakers and community venues for events.
- Assist the program director in coordinating public relations for events including writing and distributing news releases.
- Some travel may be required.
Qualifications
Applicants should have strong writing and communications skills. Familiarity with internet research and an interest in community organizing, political science or environmental science is a plus.
Compensation
Dependent on grant funding. Will include mileage.
Application Deadline
Rolling
To Apply
Please submit by email or mail a letter expressing your interest in this position, relevant previous experience and the names and contact information of three references to Kathleen Beauregard at kbeauregard@westernmountainsalliance.org or Western Mountains Alliance, P.O. Box 29, Farmington, ME 04938.
Life at WMA
Casey Brackett is the University of Maine at Farmington student who worked with us in 2006 on projects and communications. Casey brought to the Alliance her confidence, intelligence, good humor and an array of skills, which proved indispensable during the implementation stage of the Eat Smart-Eat Local Conference. She also developed the Eat Smart Eat Local tee shirt fundraising campaign [Cause Shopping]. We will miss Casey's sunny enthusiasm and adventurous spirit and wish her every success in her future work in social advocacy and art. Many thanks Casey, and fare thee well! |
