Reuse Intern

Job Title: Reuse Intern

Program: Population and Sustainability

Employment Type: [  ] Salary   [X] Hourly (non-exempt – this position is eligible for over time)

                                   [X] Part-time [ ] Full-time

                                   [X] Temporary [  ] Regular

Reports to: Senior Campaigner

Direct Reports to this position: N/A

Salary Range: $18.07/hr

Location: Remote

Is this position in the Bargaining Unit?  [   ] Yes   [X] No

How to apply: Please apply online by completing our application and submitting a cover letter and resume. The position will remain open until filled with applications reviewed on a rolling basis. The desired start date is 6/29/2026. Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. No telephone calls please.

 

ABOUT THE CENTER
The Center for Biological Diversity, a national 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, believes the welfare of human beings is deeply linked to nature — to the existence of a vast diversity of wild animals, plants and people. Because diversity has intrinsic value, and because its loss impoverishes society, we work to secure a future for all species, great and small, hovering on the brink of extinction. We do so through science, law, activism and creative media, with a focus on protecting the lands, waters and climate that humans, other species and all communities need to survive and thrive.

 

We want those who come after us to inherit a world where the wild is still alive.

POSITION SUMMARY
The Reuse Intern supports the work of the Population and Sustainability program and will work on research, writing and outreach projects to advance solutions that fight plastic pollution by shifting policy and practices from single-use to reuse products. The internship will provide valuable experience working on real-world solutions related to how food code policies can be used to reduce plastic pollution. The intern should have excellent writing and research skills and be dedicated to protecting biodiversity and supporting reuse.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Update state-level food code data
• Research how to update each state’s food code
• Research meetings/conferences/article submissions where we can advertise updating of food codes for reuse
• Stay up to date on national news, policy and trends related to the project
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Likes working in collaboration with a diverse group of people
• Experience working with a team and independently
• Detail oriented and good time management skills
• Excellent organization and computer skills
• Strong writing and research skills
• A passion for and knowledge of protecting biodiversity

 

WORKING CONDITIONS

Normal working schedule is Monday-Friday, schedule will be determined with your supervisor. This role requires long hours spent working at the computer, along with the operation of typical office equipment (copier, fax machine, etc).

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of this job with or without a reasonable accommodation. This is not a complete description of all workplace conditions, and conditions are subject to change per the Organization’s discretion.

 

Cognitive

Ability to process and analyze information: [  ] Rarely    [  ] Occasionally   [X] Frequently  

Exchange accurate information: [  ] Rarely    [  ] Occasionally   [X] Frequently  

Communicate and express oneself with others: [  ] Rarely    [  ] Occasionally   [X] Frequently  

Interaction with other colleagues: [  ] Rarely    [  ] Occasionally   [X] Frequently  

Interaction with the public/co-collaborators: [  ] Rarely    [X] Occasionally   [  ] Frequently  

Physical

Reading (ingest data): [  ] Rarely    [  ] Occasionally   [X] Frequently  

Working on a computer: [  ] Rarely    [  ] Occasionally   [X] Frequently  

Typing: [  ] Rarely    [  ] Occasionally   [X] Frequently  

Writing by hand: [  ] Rarely    [X] Occasionally   [  ] Frequently  

Sitting: [  ] Rarely    [  ] Occasionally   [X] Frequently  

Walking: [ X] Rarely    [ ] Occasionally   [  ] Frequently  

Standing: [ X ] Rarely    [  ] Occasionally   [  ] Frequently  

Lift/Carry 0-25 lbs: [X] Rarely    [  ] Occasionally   [  ] Frequently  

Lift/Carry 25-75 lbs: [X] Rarely    [  ] Occasionally   [  ] Frequently  

Hiking: [X] Rarely    [  ] Occasionally   [  ] Frequently  

Climbing up or down stairs: [ X] Rarely    [ ] Occasionally   [  ] Frequently  (if by an office)

Bending: [X] Rarely    [  ] Occasionally   [  ] Frequently  

Squatting: [X] Rarely    [  ] Occasionally   [  ] Frequently  

Reaching overhead: [X] Rarely    [  ] Occasionally   [  ] Frequently  

Repetitive motions: [ X] Rarely    [  ] Occasionally   [  ] Frequently  

Ability to drive: [ X] Rarely    [] Occasionally   [  ] Frequently  

 

Location Conditions

In person required (versus remote work): [ X] Rarely    [ ] Occasionally   [  ] Frequently

Travel required:  [X] Rarely    [  ] Occasionally   [  ] Frequently  

Night or weekend work: [X] Rarely    [  ] Occasionally   [  ] Frequently  

Work in outdoor conditions: [X] Rarely    [  ] Occasionally   [  ] Frequently  

Other? _________________ [  ] Rarely    [  ] Occasionally   [  ] Frequently  

 

BENEFITS (Subject to change—see Handbook for more details)
For all temporary staff 

• 403(b) plan.

• Paid sick days accrue at a rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.

• Relaxed work atmosphere and dress code.

JEDAI STATEMENT

The Center for Biological Diversity deeply values, and is committed to sustaining and promoting, both biological and cultural diversity. We welcome, embrace and respect diversity of people, identities and cultures. We are committed to fostering an organizational culture of diversity and inclusion. The Center believes staff and board diversity is critical to saving life on Earth.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

 

The Center complies with all federal and local laws regarding work authorization for new hires. We welcome and encourage anyone interested to apply to any of our open positions. Everyone, regardless of current work authorization, will be considered.

 

Exempt Classification: Non-Exempt

Applicable Exemption:
N/A

• Reasoning behind this classification: Transactional administrative work with minimal discretion, work is predominately routine in nature, and the output can generally be standardized in relation to a given period of time.