Oregon Research Intern

Circular Action Alliance

5d • $25 - $25 • Remote

About The Position

We are seeking detail-oriented and proactive interns in our organization. This is an exciting time to join CAA as we are in the early stages of implementing the Recycling Modernization Act in Oregon, the first US packaging EPR program to launch in the U.S.

Our interns will play a critical role in helping deliver projects and key business deliverables for CAA. These individuals will play a key role leading some of our work in helping to map the landscape of collection opportunities across the state and assist with analyzing data on the use of education and outreach materials.

Requirements

• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite, specifically excel to organize, filter, and update data.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately collect, review, and validate information from multiple public sources.
• Clear communication skills, including the ability to send professional, templated outreach emails to external stakeholders.
• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an undergraduate or graduate program in Environmental Studies, Sustainability, Public Policy, Data Analytics, Communications, or a related field
• Ability to work independently and reliably in a remote setting

Responsibilities

• This 2-month research internship involves mapping the different recycling opportunities offered by local governments and haulers across the state. The intern will gather information from official city, town, and county websites and compile findings in a structured Excel database using a provided template.
• Data refinement in the E&O Portal: using data from the above project, review community acceptance lists in the E&O Portal and ensure they align with each community’s acceptance list. Note any mismatches and send a templated email to the community owners to resolve them

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed