Blue EDU Intern
Current is seeking a Blue EDU Intern to support Current’s K-12 STEM education programs by facilitating water-focused learning activities at community events, partner events and/or in schools. This role includes, but is not limited to, leading programs for participants, engaging a variety of audiences in learning about water, representing Current at events, and providing feedback and support for developing and evaluating Current’s education programs. The Blue EDU Intern may also provide support for other Current events and programs as needed.
Preferred General Qualifications:
- Available to work 12-15 hours per week, for at least 8 weeks, within the 12 week block of Monday, May 20, 2024 - Friday, August 9, 2024, with the opportunity for additional work depending on organization needs and intern-organization fit
- Actively enrolled undergraduate or graduate student focusing on communications, marketing, sustainability, or related field
- Experience, professionally or from your coursework, in the topic area relevant to the internship concentration
- Familiarity with general software platforms, including Google (Gmail, Drive, Slides), Microsoft365 (Word, Excel, Powerpoint), and various streaming tools (Zoom, Slack)
- Strong writing and verbal communication skills; communication crosses into everything we do
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Ability to self-manage projects, deadlines, calendars, and files
- Flexibility to attend occasional in-person events in Chicago
- Ability to work remotely AND in person in our office (Impact House, 200 W Madison, Chicago, IL 60606)