Spring 2027 Nature Innovation Hub Graduate Intern
Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC)
Washington, DCFresher1h agovia LinkedIn
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 1 year
- Must know
- TaxMarketingSocial mediaContent writingBusiness analysisProject management
- Work
- On-site in Washington · internship
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Marketing26%Social media6%Content writing5%Tax2%of 100 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Oct 29, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
NRDC's Nature Department is seeking graduate interns to support the newly created Nature Innovation Hub. The Hub aims to alter the economics of nature finance by developing durable policy mechanisms, including tax law and permanent finance, to make it harder to destroy nature and easier to conserve it. Interns will report to the Managing Director, Nature Innovation Hub.
Key Responsibilities
- Research, data collection, and analysis
- Writing and developing materials for state and federal campaigns
- Supporting with designing equitable policy solutions
- Copywriting and editing social media posts and supporting on marketing campaigns
- Brainstorming opportunities for process improvements, new vendors, partnerships, and engagement
- Project management of department and team-wide initiatives
- Support on projects including nature tax and finance legislation, oil and gas revenue policy reforms, invasive species policy, and agricultural investments and incentives.
- Work supporting nature tax and finance legislation will include policy papers and research.
- Key deliverables may include policy papers, literature reviews of economic and policy research, and two-page summaries of legislation and issues for policymakers.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Must be currently enrolled in a graduate program
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Research and/or data analysis skills
- Initiative, proactiveness, and creativity
- Able to work independently
- Commitment to NRDC’s mission, values, and DEI principles
Details
- Location: Chicago, New York City, or Washington, DC office.
- Work Model: Hybrid; expected to be onsite one day per week.
- Stipend: $4,000.00 for 140 hours of work, paid bi-weekly.
- Scheduling Options:
- 7 weeks at 20 hours per week
- 10 weeks at 14 hours per week
- 14 weeks at 10 hours per week
To Apply
- Submit a resume and a cover letter highlighting interest in working at NRDC and available summer sessions.
- Apply via the 'Apply for this job online' link on the NRDC Careers Page.
- Application reviews begin the week of October 26; applications reviewed on a rolling basis.
- For questions or issues with iCIMS or applying, reach out to [email protected].
- Please do not resubmit applications via email.