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Environmental Working Group


Environmental investigations have been our specialty at EWG since 1993. Our team of scientists, engineers, policy experts, lawyers and computer programmers pores over government data, legal documents, scientific studies and our own laboratory tests to expose threats to human health and the environment, and to find solutions. We seek professionals to join an advocacy team in Washington, DC that delivers what the press has called "policy-rattling results."

EWG is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or already authorized to work in the U.S.


EWG has the following openings at this time:



Systems Administrator

Responsibilities
Candidate is responsible for effective provisioning, installation, configuration, operation and maintenance of all system hardware, software, related infrastructure and network. This includes, desktop support, printers, VoIP telephony systems, networking equipment, servers, and other computing hardware. Candidate will also engage in research and development to enable EWG to continue to innovate and take advantage of new computing trends. He/She ensures that computing systems are available, secure and reliable for staff, users, and occasional visitors.

This individual will assist all teams with technical issues during initial project planning. During this phase, activities will include definitions of needs, benefits, technical strategy, analysis and technical design. Candidate will also be responsible for the timely execution, testing, implementation and monitoring of solutions.

Individual will perform daily system monitoring, verifying integrity and availability of all hardware, server resources, processes and reviewing application and system logs.

Individual will maintain and enhance EWG’s Drupal-based website by Install, configure and maintain systems according to standards and project needs.

Individual will help maintain and enhance EWG's Drupal and Ruby on Rails backed websites running on Amazon Web Services.

Develop and maintain systems and installation procedures.

Create, change, or delete user accounts per request.

Investigate and troubleshoot computing issues.

Responsibilities include occasional work on evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, sometimes with little or no notice.

Knowledge/Skills
Bachelor degree with a technical major such as engineering or computer science and 5 years systems administration experience OR 10 years systems administrator experience.

Management experience preferable. Individual may be assigned a supervisory position.

Expert level knowledge of Linux, MacOS, Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office suite. Must also know CMS applications (preferably Drupal).

Individual will have to juggle a large number of technical issues at a time, and must be able to prioritize effectively and decide which solution best resolves the issue.

Applicants must send resume and cover letter addressing specific qualifications to above to Scott Mallan at employment@ewg.org. Position is available in our DC office only.

No phone calls please. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or already authorized to work in the U.S.



Internships

Summer Term (mid/late May through August): Deadline March 31st - Unpaid

Fall Term (September through late December): Deadline August 15th - Unpaid

Spring Term (mid January through mid May): Deadline November 19th - Unpaid

General Research

EWG’s Research Intern will work in a fast-paced environment, assisting the Research team to construct online consumer product databases for which EWG is recognized. They will enter and review data on consumer product ingredients and hazards, among other essential research tasks involved in publishing solid information on safer products for consumers.

The Research Intern will both see how a project develops from an idea to completion, and get first-hand experience of the inner workings of a successful not-for-profit organization.

Project Description:

  • Conduct research (online, phone) as necessary to find information on chemical ingredients, suspected health hazards, and related information regarding everyday consumer products;
  • Construct databases using Excel, EWG’s online data entry tools, or other simple methods.

Skills Required:

  • Preferred: Current Undergraduate students with an interest in science or public health fields.
  • Attention to detail, accurate data entry skills.
  • Ability to independently pursue and complete research tasks.
  • Ability to pace work to meet deadlines.
  • Familiarity with MS Excel and internet research.

How To Apply:

Applicants should send cover letter, resume, list of relevant coursework to Mr. Scott Mallan at internships@ewg.org. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or already authorized to work in the U.S. Positions are available in both the DC and California offices. Please specify your preference.



Government Affairs

EWG seeks a Government Affairs intern to help shape policy that will protect public health and the environment on a broad range of issues.

Issues include:

  • Toxics. Reforming chemical policy to ensure that chemicals are safe for children before they enter the market by strengthening the Toxic Substances Control Act, removing jet fuel from drinking water and hazardous chemicals from consumer products, and promoting safer alternatives.
  • Farm Bill. Passing a fair and equitable Farm Bill that achieves greater equity in the distribution of taxpayer benefits, significantly increases conservation funding to address unintended environmental impacts of agricultural production, and meaningfully addresses concerns about renewable energy, organic agriculture, crop insurance and disaster payments, and nutrition.
  • Natural Resources. Protecting Western public lands, including National Parks, Monuments and other areas that are currently threatened by significant increases in metal mining and natural gas drilling activity.
  • Energy Policy and Global Warming. Promoting renewable energy polices that ensure that we address our energy and global warming issues wisely. Areas that EWG has been active in include biofuels and nuclear power.

Description:

  • Research policy, legislative and regulatory issues.
  • Draft materials for dissemination to Congress and coalition partners.
  • Attend Capitol Hill hearings and events.
  • Disseminate EWG materials.
  • Support for legislative and Capitol Hill database.

Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated interest in environmental, public health and governmental affairs issues preferred.
  • Excellent research and writing skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Detail oriented.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, and internet research.

How To Apply:

Applicants must send resume and cover letter including the title of the specific internship to which they are applying and their approximate start date to Scott Mallan at internships@ewg.org. Position is available in our DC office only.

No phone calls please. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or already authorized to work in the U.S



Natural Resources

Environmental Working Group seeks an intern to help protect Western public lands from reckless oil and gas drilling and to promote agriculture and biofuels policies that safeguard water, soil and wildlife. Last year, our interns helped author a report on toxic oil and gas drilling chemicals that received coverage on National Public Radio among other outlets, wrote an op-ed piece that was published in two newspapers in upstate New York, attended Congressional hearings and drafted memos for Congressional staff. We anticipate another busy and rewarding internship this year.

EWG's intern will assist on several projects including a continued investigation of hydraulic fracturing, a natural gas and oil drilling technique that injects wells with up to eight million gallons of water, unknown toxic chemicals and sand in order to increase production. The intern will also contribute to our work on biofuels and farm policy that focuses in part on shifting away from corn ethanol and toward more sensible energy solutions.

Project description:

  • Performing researching and writing content for EWG's reports
  • Reaching out to legislative offices, media and citizens organizations.
  • Drafting letters-to-the-editor and op-ed pieces.
  • Attending Congressional hearings and meetings with Congressional staff.

Skills Required:

  • Candidates should have excellent writing and research skills.
  • An interest in environmental and energy issues is preferred.

How To Apply:

Applicants must send resume and cover letter including the title of the specific internship to which they are applying and their approximate start date to Scott Mallan at internships@ewg.org. Position is available in our DC office only.

No phone calls please. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or already authorized to work in the U.S



Public Affairs/Media Support Intern

We are seeking a qualified individual to fill a part-time (20 hours), unpaid internship that will assist in creating and implementing a successful public affairs strategy. This internship will provide an opportunity to learn the ins and outs of media outreach in a non-profit by gaining knowledge about the unique strategy employed by our Public Affairs Department.

Public Affairs/Media Support:

  • Draft internal media reports to track the dissemination of EWG’s analyses through mainstream and independent outlets.
  • Summarize media coverage and compile reputable quotes citing EWG.
  • Manage physical media files.
  • Gather website, blog, and media statistics for our monitoring and tracking system.
  • Update press readers for all of EWG’s topics; set up new readers as needed.
  • Provide support as needed for EWG’s blog efforts.
  • Help identify appropriate media.

Skills Required:

  • Attention to detail.
  • Exceptional organization and writing skills.
  • Ability to multi-task.
  • Passion about environmental issues.

We are looking for college Junior/ Senior or graduate student with major in public relations, journalism or communications. You must be responsible, able to multitask, goal oriented and a team player with positive outlook on life.

How To Apply:

Applicants must specify for which internship they are applying; send cover letter and resume to Scott Mallan at internships@ewg.org. Position is available in our DC office only.

No phone calls please. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or already authorized to work in the U.S.