Policy and Communications Intern
This internship is intended for graduate students or those entering graduate programs. Upper-level undergraduate students with strong qualifications will also be considered. Candidates should be pursuing degrees in communications, journalism, political science, policy studies or a similar field with a strong background in writing, policy analysis, or related skills. The successful candidate will be self-motivated, able to work independently, and have an interest in preserving natural resources. Desired qualifications include a familiarity with social media and WordPress.
Location and Duration
The intern will work in the GLC’s offices in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Some travel may be required. The intended duration is four months, May through August 2017. Specific start and end dates are negotiable.
Intern Projects
The Intern's projects may include: writing news releases, blog posts and articles; writing and planning social media posts; developing communications materials for the GLC’s policy and advocacy program; preparing communications for Members of Congress and federal agencies; expanding the GLC’s web content for policy and advocacy; supporting other projects as appropriate for the position.
Compensation
A stipend will be provided.
Application Instructions and Deadline
To apply, please email beth@glc.org with a cover letter, resume, two writing samples (5 pages or less) and two references. The application deadline is Friday, March 15, 2017. The successful applicant will be notified by April 5.
No phone calls, please.
About the Great Lakes Commission
The Great Lakes Commission
was established in 1955 with a mandate to “promote the orderly, integrated and
comprehensive development, use and conservation of the water resources of the
Great Lakes basin.” Founded in state law with U.S. federal consent, with
membership consisting of the eight Great Lakes states and associate member
status for the provinces of Ontario and Québec, the Commission pursues four
primary functions: communication and education, information integration and
reporting, facilitation and consensus building, and policy coordination and
advocacy. Each Member jurisdiction is represented by a delegation consisting of
three to five members who are appointees of the respective governor or premier,
legislators or senior agency officials. A board of directors, consisting of the
chair of each delegation, is the Commission’s executive body. In carrying out
its initiatives, the Commission works in close cooperation with many partner
organizations, including U.S. and Canadian federal agencies, binational
institutions, tribal/First Nation governments and other regional interests.
Representatives appointed by partner entities participate extensively in
Commission activities through a formal Observer program. The Commission is
supported by a professional staff in Ann Arbor, Mich. Learn more at