WWF Social Science Internships- locations around the world!

Organization: World Wildlife Fund

Job Title: intern

Location: various, including Africa, North America, Asia and Latin America

Hours and Compensation: generally unpaid, stipends vary

Position Dates (if applicable): generally over the summer

Application Deadline: due dates vary, mostly in March and April

Organization Overview

For 50 years, WWF has been protecting the future of nature. The world’s leading conservation organization, WWF works in 100 countries and is supported by 1.2 million members in the United States and close to 5 million globally. WWF’s unique way of working combines global reach with a foundation in science, involves action at every level from local to global, and ensures the delivery of innovative solutions that meet the needs of both people and nature.

Description:

Most projects could also be extended over the course of one or two semesters as part of a student’s course work or thesis requirements; advance arrangements would be necessary with faculty advisors. Internships are typically unpaid unless otherwise noted, but facilities, library resources, and computers at WWF headquarters are available. To qualify for an unpaid internship, the student must provide documentation that they are receiving credit from their university, or that the work they will be performing is consistent with a course requirement.

Qualifications

for example(keep in mind specifics change according to internship)

• Strong qualitative and quantitative research skills
• Interest in conservation, particularly in North American protected area systems (US, Canada, Mexico)
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills

• Spanish language skills
• Experience with Mendeley, EndNote, or other reference management software
• Experience with database management
• Experience with GIS  and statistical analyses

How to Apply:

for more info, http://www.worldwildlife.org/who/careers/internships.html