Mission:
The James River Green Building Council(JRGBC) is the Central Virginia Chapter of the U.S. Green Building Council. The mission of the JRGBC is to create a positive impact on the region's built environment by accelerating the adoption of green building practices, technologies, policies, and standards. The JRGBC endeavors to move the green building industry forward
with market-based solutions. The chapter's membership is open and balanced and is comprised of leaders and visionaries from all segments of the building industry, including product manufacturers, environmental organizations, building owners, building professionals, utilities, city
government, research institutions, professional societies and universities.
We are looking for a motivated intern with a sincere interest in green building and willingness to work hard. The JRGBC is in the process of growing and developing as an organization, and the energy and motivation of the intern is essential to the JRGBC's success.
Job Description:
The Intern will be responsible for helping with program coordination, distribution of materials, event planning, office needs and general office projects. Intern will attend JRGBC programs and events free of charge.
Responsibilities include:
Assist with program administration for programs
Act as coordinator to local EGB Group and provide assistance with projects
Assist with development and distribution of JRGBC publications and outreach materials
Assist with grant research, grant writing and materials coordination
Help with website updates and creating content
Assist with general office work
Skills Needed:
Willingness to help with a variety of programs and tasks
Well organized and highly self-motivated
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Pagemaker, PowerPoint and Adobe Photoshop
Willingness to collaborate with staff and JRGBC membership and committees
Prefer college juniors, seniors, or graduates.
Web management and design skills highly desired, but not required.
Benefits:
Broad experience in a grassroots non-profit.
Training in office management skills, program administration, publications development and writing, grant research and writing, public relations and outreach.
Helping to expand the green building movement with local universities and colleges
Working for an organization that benefits the health and well-being of Central Virginia's residents and the building community
Timeframe for Internship:
Fall and Winter internships require a three-month commitment for 8-12 hours per week. Internship can take place year-round or through Spring Semester.
To Apply:
Please send a cover letter and resume to mail@jrgbc.org. For more information, please call (804) 288-2950.
Deadline for application is May 11 (Start May 18th).
Megan Miller
Executive Director
James River Green Building Council
