World Wildlife Fund (WWF), one of the world’s leading conservation organizations, seeks a Markets Institute Resource Research Undergraduate Intern.

WWF Overview

For 60 years, WWF has worked to help people and nature thrive. As one of the world’s leading conservation organizations, WWF works in more than 100 countries, connecting cutting-edge conservation science with the collective power of our partners in the field – more than one million supporters in the United States and five million globally, as well as partnerships with communities, companies, and governments.

Our vision for diversity, equity and inclusion at WWF is an organization as diverse as the world we protect; where the richness of all our unique views, experiences, and backgrounds combines to create the most sustainable and inclusive conservation outcomes possible — bringing the greatest benefit to the planet and every person who lives on it.

Across the many cultures and individuals that represent WWF, we are unified by one mission and one common set of values: Courage, Respect, Integrity and Collaboration.

Internships at WWF

WWF’s internship program vision is to provide opportunities to early career individuals so that they can bring fresh thinking and innovation to the environmental and conservation sector and be well-positioned to develop into the next generation of leaders.

Position Summary

WWF’s Markets Institute identifies global issues and trends in food, agriculture, and soft commodities with the goal of increasing the speed and scale of solutions to ensure the sustainability of our food future. We seek an intern interested in the opportunity to learn about global sustainability issues and the philanthropy operation of a large global organization, and to assist the team in conducting research on philanthropic and other resources to support the Markets Institute’s programs.

Key responsibilities may include:

• Working with the Markets Institute Deputy, team members and other colleagues to identify and research prospects and opportunities for resource partnerships with the Markets Institute
• Analyzing philanthropic giving of foundations, companies and other sectors and compiling relevant information on findings
• Participating in internal meetings as requested, preparing and distributing meeting notes
• Other tasks as assigned to support team goals

• Strong research skills and attention to detail
• Analytical thinker
• Organized and self-motivated
• An understanding of environmental issues, including sustainable food systems, supply chains and corporate sustainability preferred
• Identifies and aligns with WWF’s core values:
  • COURAGE – We demonstrate courage through our actions, we work for change where it’s needed, and we inspire people and institutions to tackle the greatest threats to nature and the future of the planet, which is our home.
  • INTEGRITY – We live the principles we call on others to meet. We act with integrity, accountability, and transparency, and we rely on facts and science to guide us and to ensure that we learn and evolve.
  • RESPECT – We honor the voices and knowledge of people and communities that we serve, and we work to secure their rights to a sustainable future.
  • COLLABORATION – We deliver impact at the scale of the challenges we face through the power of collective action and innovation.
• Only enrolled students are eligible for this internship as you must be able to receive academic credit from your current academic institution. Able to work either part time or full time, depending on class schedule and availability. Please note: This internship is for Spring 2024.

Location:

Washington, DC or Remote

US Remote – WWF employs interns in all states with the exception of: Alabama, Hawaii, Idaho, Kentucky, Louisiana, Nevada, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, Wyoming.

Compensation:

Unpaid. For all unpaid internships, applicants must be enrolled in school and be able to obtain academic course credit from their university.

*Please note that WWF does not provide VISA sponsorship to interns

WWF is committed to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace and requires all US-based staff to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. WWF will consider requests for accommodation from the vaccine requirement based on disability, medical contraindication, sincerely held religious belief, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

To Apply:

• Submit cover letter and resume through our Careers Page, Requisition #IN-24030
• Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to inquiries via phone

As an EOE/AA employer, WWF will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or protected Veteran status. WWF values diversity and inclusion and welcomes diverse candidates to apply.