The Jane Goodall Institute

The Jane Goodall Institute’s Roots & Shoots program is unique in its approach to youth empowerment. Through our Youth Leadership Councils and youth-directed community service projects, we provide opportunities for outstanding young people to hone their communication, planning and leadership skills. The Roots & Shoots Graduate Fellowship takes this aspect of our program to a new level.

The Roots & Shoots Graduate Fellow works with the Roots & Shoots College and University Programs Manager and the Youth Fellow to provide very important representation and outreach at Roots & Shoots and Jane Goodall Institute events. For the Graduate Fellow representation and outreach opportunities mainly focus on events that relate to College and University students. Beyond these outreach responsibilities, the Graduate Fellow also assists in the day to day operation and programming of the Roots & Shoots College and University Program. This work includes mentoring newly formed College and University groups of Roots & Shoots, as well as supporting current groups and supporting the College Leadership Council. This position offers a unique behind-the-scenes look at a fast-growing nonprofit organization, as well as the opportunity to effect lasting change on an evolving program.

Responsibilities

Act as a key spokesperson for Roots & Shoots at events and functions. Specific projects include:

Be available as speaker and trainer for Roots & Shoots College and University Programs and the Roots & Shoots Youth Leadership Initiative.
Travel to national events or conferences that require a strong Roots & Shoots spokesperson or workshop leader.
Travel nationally, to colleges and universities that require a Roots & Shoots speaker or presenter.

Give presentations and workshops to college students and professors interested in establishing Roots & Shoots on their college campuses.
Engage and foster Colleges and Universities in the Roots & Shoots network.
Support existing College and University Roots & Shoots groups in their projects and community service work.
Act as a support person for the Youth Leadership Initiative, primarily the College Leadership Council, including facilitating, recruiting, training and mentoring members throughout the year.
Act as a youth advisor and communications liaison for our program, collecting ideas and feedback from youth leaders, college students and the entire Roots & Shoots network on initiatives, national and local program needs and continuously transmitting ideas back to Roots & Shoots staff on national and regional levels.
Manage other projects and events that emerge during the Fellowship from national program goals and priorities. These might include additional media, event or initiative planning, public policy work and additional travel.
Assist the Youth Fellow and Roots & Shoots staff to plan and implement the Youth Leadership Initiative Training and Orientation Retreat.
Work with the Roots & Shoots College and University staff to plan and implement outreach events when needed.
Assist Roots & Shoots staff to produce ongoing College and University Newsletters, featuring college aged Roots & Shoots groups nationally and globally.

Qualifications

Recent College Graduate (no more than one year beyond undergraduate degree) – All majors and concentrations welcomed.
Previous leadership experience required. Roots & Shoots leadership experience preferred.
Commitment to the mission of Roots & Shoots and the Jane Goodall Institute
High energy
Strong communication skills
Public Speaking or Presentation skills helpful
Creativity
Ability to work with adults and youth of all ages
Interest in aiding college campuses to be a part of Roots & Shoots
Proven initiative and ability to work independently
Ability to work and contribute as a part of a team
A sense of humor
Ability to travel alone
Ability to work comfortably in professional as well as educational environments
Writing and/or desktop publishing experience preffered
Proficiency in PC computer applications. Preferred experience with Microsoft computer applications.

The Graduate Fellow will be paid a monthly stipend of $1,000 in addition to a $400 monthly housing stipend (a total of $1,400 per month).

If you have any questions regarding the Graduate Fellowship please contact, 2007 - 2008 Graduate Fellow Shawn Sweeney via email at ssweeney@janegoodall.org or via phone 203.837.3260.

To apply please download the application and submit with a cover letter and resume. Send all materials via email to ssweeney@janegoodall.org or mail them to:

Shawn Sweeney, Graduate Fellow
Roots & Shoots – College and University Programs Office
c/o Western Connecticut State University
181 White Street, White Hall, Room 029
Danbury, CT 06810 USA

Send resume and cover letter to:

Roots & Shoots Intern, National Office
Date Posted: 3/25/2008
Location: Arlington, Virginia, USA
Status: Accepting applications for positions starting in July 2008.

Roots & Shoots®, a program of the Jane Goodall Institute, seeks one full-time intern for our National Office. Founded by Jane Goodall, PhD, DBE and a group of Tanzanian students, the global Roots & Shoots program is about empowering young people to take action through service-learning projects—effecting positive change for people, animals and the environment.

Roots & Shoots interns assist the National Office staff with the day-to-day administration of the Roots & Shoots program, including member services, program marketing, website maintenance and some outreach. While many of the interns' duties are administrative, these positions offer a unique behind-the-scenes look at a fast-growing nonprofit organization, as well as the opportunity to effect lasting change on an evolving program. Interns work closely with one another and as part of a dynamic team of individuals who share a commitment to high-quality work.

Intern responsibilities include:

Serving as the first line of contact for general program information requests by phone, mail, email and fax (high volume of email correspondence)
Distributing materials via mail, email or fax, as needed
Archiving news articles and images
Requesting and tracking media releases for photos submitted by Roots & Shoots groups
Taking notes at monthly staff meetings
Attending weekly check-in meetings with the Roots & Shoots National Office team
Reviewing and approving Project Reports received from members through the website
Facilitating membership fulfillment through database maintenance
Assisting in the design and implementation of the program's membership plan, as needed
Interacting with the public and representing the program at events, as needed (potential for participation in Dr. Goodall's lecture tour events)
Writing content for Roots & Shoots newsletter, eNewsletter and website (approximately one piece of writing each month)
Administering interactive, member-based website to ensure quality and usability
Providing phone coverage, on a rotating basis, to JGI's receptionist two days each week
Potential for completing 1-2 long term projects based on intern's interests and program need

The successful candidates will possess:

An interest in empowering youth to make a positive difference by offering in-office support to Roots & Shoots members and groups
The ability and willingness to be flexible in a fast-paced and changing environment
Office/business experience and a sense of professionalism
Strong computer skills and Internet savvy (Microsoft Office and prior database experience preferred)
A courteous and professional phone manner
Initiative and ability to work both independently and cooperatively
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
A bachelor's or equivalent degree or be currently enrolled in a college program
Experience working in youth development, education or service learning preferred

The internship requires a minimum 4-month full-time commitment (six months preferred) and provides a $1,000 (USD) monthly stipend, as well as a $50 (USD) monthly D.C. Metro allowance. Hours are full-time, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday (with some flexibility). Work will be based out of the Roots & Shoots National Office in Arlington, Virginia (Ballston Metro). Applicants must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States.

The Roots & Shoots National Office empowers interns to participate on many levels in a friendly, productive, team-based work environment.

No phone calls, please.

Send resume and cover letter to:
Amy Vaerewyck

Communications Internship – Image/Footage Archive
Date Posted: 2/8/2008
Location: The Jane Goodall Institute - USA Headquarters (Arlington, Virginia)
Status: Currently accepting applications for Spring 2008 (beginning end February/Early March 2008)

Founded by renowned primatologist Jane Goodall, JGI is a global nonprofit that empowers people to make a difference for all living things. We are creating healthy ecosystems, promoting sustainable livelihoods and nurturing new generations of committed, active citizens around the world. The Archive plays a vital role in the organization to convey and promote the mission of JGI to the public and the media. It also supplies content for internal and global JGI publications, and creates much needed revenue via its licensing function. Interns gain valuable, hands-on experience in all aspects of a footage/image library and get a behind-the-scenes look at a small, but growing, nonprofit organization. The work is challenging and dynamic. You will work with top level professionals in all phases of media and entertainment globally.

There is also opportunity to create promotional clips for JGI and the web using our footage management and editing station.

Duties:

Maintaining and updating Dr. Goodall/JGI’s electronic image library
Organizing the photo and slide archives
Editing and selecting photographic images
Uploading footage/images to the online content management system
Providing photos and creative support for JGI publications and projects
Handling licensing and permissions requests by phone, mail, email and fax
Coordinating duplication services for various video and digital formats
Scanning images and slides on professional quality scanner
Providing the department office and administrative support as needed
Working with consultants, photographers, VP of Marketing and Director of Communications to maintain, and grow the Jane Goodall asset library
Providing phone coverage (on a rotating basis) to JGI’s receptionist

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or be currently enrolled in a college program
Experience with digital images, photo editing software, Microsoft Office and Excel
Good writing, research and communications skills
Attention to detail / organized a must
Ability to be flexible in a fast-paced working environment
Initiative and ability to work independently
A courteous and professional phone manner
Office and/or professional experience preferred
Good computer skills a must

The internship requires a four-month commitment (6 months preferred) and includes a $1000 monthly stipend. This is a full-time position at JGI-USA headquarters in Arlington, Virginia (across from the Ballston Metro station).

To apply for this internship, please submit your resume, cover letter and three references. Applicants must be citizens or permanent residents of the U.S. No phone calls please.

Send resume and cover letter to:
Emily Sanson
4245 North Fairfax Drive
Suite 600
Arlington, VA 22203

Membership and Marketing Intern
Date Posted: 11/19/2007
Location: Arlington, VA
Status: Accepting applications for internships starting in January 2008

The Jane Goodall Institute's Development Department is seeking an intern to assist us with various fundraising initiatives and with the day-to-day administration of membership and marketing. While many of the intern's duties are administrative, this position offers a unique behind the scenes look at an international wildlife research, conservation and education not-for-profit.

Intern responsibilities include:

Handling general information requests by phone, mail, email, and fax
Facilitating membership fulfillment and acknowledgment packages
Assisting with direct marketing initiatives
Ongoing maintenance of the donor database
General administration for the Membership Department (1 full-time staff member)
Providing phone coverage (on a rotating basis) to JGI's receptionist
Completing 1-2 long term projects based on intern's interests and staff needs

The successful candidates will possess the following:

Bachelor's or equivalent degree or be currently enrolled in a college program
Enthusiasm for conservation and environmental education
Office and/or business experience
Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office and prior database experience preferred)
Courteous and professional phone manner
Exceptional writing
Ability to be flexible in a fast-paced and constantly changing working environment
Initiative and ability to work independently

The internship requires a minimum 3-month commitment (4-6 months preferred) and pays a $1,000 monthly stipend. Hours are full-time 9am to 5:30pm Mon-Fri (with some flexibility). Work will be based out of our national office, currently located in Arlington, Virginia (Ballston metro).

Desired start date: January 2, 2008

Please send your resume, cover letter, references and a brief writing sample to Sarah Tatnall at statnall@janegoodall.org.

Send resume and cover letter to:
Sarah Tatnall
4245 North Fairfax Drive
Suite 600
Arlington, VA 22203

Africa Programs Intern
Date Posted: 11/1/2007
Location: Arlington, VA
Status: Currently accepting applications for Spring/Summer 2008. One to start immediately and one to start the end of May/ beginning of June.

Work on our creative team to conserve wildlife in Tanzania, Uganda, Guinea and the Congo Basin. Interns provide day to day administrative support, carry out small library and Internet research projects, assist with public outreach projects, and process information requests. While many of the intern's duties are administrative, this position offers a unique behind the scenes look at an international wildlife research, conservation and education not-for-profit.

Applicants must have a BA or equivalent degree. Preference will be given to individuals with knowledge of African primate conservation, environmental education, community conservation/sustainable development programs and the commercial bushmeat trade.

We look for people with;

Strong communication skills
Excellent writing ability
Computer knowledge
French translation and writing skills are favorable

Please provide writing sample (in English) along with your resume and cover letter.

The internship requires a minimum 3-month commitment (4-6 months preferred) and pays a $1,000 monthly stipend. Hours are full-time 9am to 5:30pm Mon-Fri (with some flexibility). Work will be based out of the JGI USA Office, located in Arlington, Virginia (near Ballston metro).

Send resume and cover letter to:
Megan Nelson
The Jane Goodall Institute
4245 North Fairfax Drive, Ste 600
Arlington, VA 22203

Communications Internship – Writing, Editing, Administrative
Date Posted: 8/22/2007
Location: The Jane Goodall Institute - USA Headquarters (Arlington, Virginia)
Status: Currently accepting applications for Spring 2008 (beginning mid-February)

Founded by renowned primatologist Jane Goodall, JGI is a global nonprofit that empowers people to make a difference for all living things. We are creating healthy ecosystems, promoting sustainable livelihoods and nurturing new generations of committed, active citizens around the world. The Communications Department plays an integral role in the organization, working to convey and promote the mission of JGI to the public and the media. Interns gain valuable, hands-on experience in all aspects of the department and get a behind-the-scenes look at a small, but growing, nonprofit organization.

Duties:

Writing and editing content for the JGI website
Maintaining media lists
Writing first draft press releases, letters to the editor, correspondence, articles, action alerts etc.
Working with Office of the Founder, maintaining events section of JGI website
Supporting Dr. Goodall’s lecture tour
Organizing and maintaining the media clips archive
Working with staff to supervise the merchandise program
Managing the schedule and work of Communications Department volunteers
Handling general information requests by phone, mail, email and fax
Providing general office, administrative and marketing support
Providing phone coverage (on a rotating basis) to JGI’s receptionist

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or be currently enrolled in a college program
Strong writing, research and communications skills
Attention to detail / organized
Ability to be flexible in a fast-paced working environment
Initiative and ability to work independently
A courteous and professional phone manner
Office and/or professional experience preferred
Good computer skills and experience with Excel, Word, Microsoft Office a must
Interest and knowledge of the JGI mission is a plus

To apply for this internship, please submit your resume, cover letter, three references and two brief writing samples (1-2 pages each). Applicants must be citizens or permanent residents of the U.S. No phone calls please.

Send resume and cover letter to:
Emily Sanson
4245 North Fairfax Drive
Suite 600
Arlington, VA 22203

Chimpanzee Intern
Date Posted: 12/8/2003
Location: Tucson, AZ
Status: Please Contact ChimpanZoo for application guidelines.

The ChimpanZoo Program consists of professionals and volunteers who conduct behavioral research on captive chimpanzees and strive to improve chimpanzees' living conditions. A limited number of internship positions are available at the ChimpanZoo office. Although funding is not available for ChimpanZoo interns, academic credit can be arranged for students who wish to study chimpanzee behavior while taking part in a research project. Only individuals interested in chimpanzee research are accepted. Applications will be judged on the merit of the proposed research project.

Send resume and cover letter to:
Dr. Virginia Landau
The Geronimo Building, Room #308
800 E. University Blvd.
Tucson, AZ 85721
Tel: 520.621.4785
Fax: 520.621.2230

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