Impact Internship
About The Position
SkyTruth seeks an Impact Intern for the spring of 2026. Working with our Impact Program Manager and other members of the SkyTruth team, the intern will have the opportunity to work on projects related to issues like maritime security and environmental crime research, and climate and ocean campaign engagement support. Impact Internships are appropriate for undergraduate or graduate-level internships. SkyTruth internships are primarily remote, requiring only a computer and internet access. All internships are paid $17.95 per hour, and interns are expected to work a minimum of 8 hours a week. At this time, SkyTruth is only able to offer internships to US-based students and scholars. Impact Internships are appropriate for undergraduate or graduate-level internships. Interns interested in helping SkyTruth connect with its partners and users, improve its strategic position, and better serve the environmental movement should have the following attributes:
Requirements
- Demonstrated interest at least one of the following issue areas: climate justice, biodiversity, ocean protection, environmental law enforcement
- Experience, or strong demonstrated interest, in environmental and/or social science research, with strong analytical skills
- Comfortable engaging with technical staff and work, synthesizing the key points of scientific research for a general audience
- Team player able to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote work environment
- Commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in environmental work
Nice To Haves
- Ability to read foreign-language media and documents (Spanish, Portuguese, or French) is a plus
Responsibilities
- Conduct strategic research on climate, biodiversity, and ocean issues, and make recommendations to SkyTruth leadership based on results
- Gather intelligence on opportunities for SkyTruth’s conservation technology tools to achieve real-world impact
- Draft and edit correspondence with SkyTruth partners, including media organizations, advocacy groups, and government agencies
- Help draft, organize, and maintain reports on SkyTruth’s impact
- Help the Impact Team prepare for key engagements and conferences with talking points and slide decks
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
