The Ecological Society of America (ESA) is looking for an intern, to be based at its Washington, DC office, to help with the production of one of the Society's journals, Frontiers in Ecology and the Environment (www.frontiersinecology.org). Frontiers is published ten times a year (both in print and online). Ecologists and environmental scientists make up its primary readership.
The internship is a great opportunity to learn about the scientific publishing process. Depending on experience and aptitude, the intern will be involved in many different aspects of journal production, including editing/proofreading, writing, podcasting, and image research, as well as other day-to-day activities of the editorial office. The internship includes a stipend of $2750 for 3 months. The successful applicant should have a demonstrated knowledge of ecology, environmental science, or biology, and an interest in, or experience in, publishing or journalism. Application instructions: Resume, cover letter, and two letters of reference should be sent electronically to Dr. Sue Silver, Frontiers Editor-in-Chief (suesil...@esa.org). On e-mail subject line, please state: Frontiers Internship
