Global Foundation for Democracy and Development (GFDD) Internship Announcement - Summer 2009 GFDD
GFDD is currently accepting applications for a Summer Internship position which will directly support the development of the Dominican Encyclopedic Dictionary of the Environment. The internship will be based in the New York City office, and will be supervised by the Environmental Projects Coordinator. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to gain professional experience and contribute to the research and writing of a comprehensive encyclopedic dictionary, initially launched online to be later published at the end of the year. Overview The Dominican Encyclopedic Dictionary of the Environment, a project dedicated to international as well as national audiences, aims to offer the most up to date and comprehensive information on the environment and natural resources of the Dominican Republic. Additionally it will highlight existing legislation concerning environmental protection and present projects launched by the public, private and nongovernmental sectors related to the environment. The Dominican Encyclopedic Dictionary of the Environment has been initially launched online, http://www.dominicanaonline.org/DiccionarioMedioAmbiente with the principal goal of creating a live and interactive forum, which will eventually culminate in a final printed version to be published at the end of 2009. The 2009 Summer Intern will be working on content development, conducting research and providing contextual information on the Dominican Republic for the Encyclopedic Dictionary of the Environment. Intern Roles & Responsibilities include: • Compiling information on the Dominican Republic in diverse areas such as terrestrial and aquatic habitats, coastal zones, natural resources, environmental legislation, biodiversity, pollution, urbanization, sustainable development, and watershed systems • Writing of articles, fact sheets and adding contextual information on the Dominican Republic to terms defined within the Dominican Encyclopedic Dictionary of the Environment • Obtaining rights to use information, links and relevant resources for the online as well as printed version of the Dominican Encyclopedic Dictionary of the Environment • Updating news relating to the environment on current projects, new initiatives, funding, and reports released by public, private and nongovernmental organizations in the Dominican Republic • Ensuring information gathered is well organized, properly cited and updated online in a timely manner Qualifications: • Fluency in oral and written Spanish is required • Excellent research skills are essential • Ability to work independently with little or no supervision and as part of a team for extended periods of time. • Basic knowledge in biological sciences highly desired, applicants must have reached at least a sophomore level in an environmental education, biology, ecology, geology, or other natural science degree program. • Strong interpersonal skills are much appreciated. Timing and Compensation: The internship is for a minimum period of 3 months starting 1 July 2009. The deadline for submission of application is 29 June 2009. A small stipend of $500 per month will be provided during the term of the internship. How to Apply: Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and reference contact information by email to Emy Rodriguez <[email protected]> or via fax (212) 751-7000. Global Foundation for Democracy and Development (GFDD) 780 Third Avenue 19th Floor New York, NY 10017
