Climate Intern
Climate Intern
Reporting to the Manager of Climate and Energy, the successful candidate will be assisting the Climate and Energy Division with various initiatives to advance the Dufferin Climate Action Plan, the Dufferin Climate Adaptation Strategy and other climate-related strategies both within the organization and community.
What you’ll do
- Community outreach and education at community events related to electric vehicle awareness and climate literacy.
- Supporting engagement planning and implementation for a community resiliency hub.
- Research and analysis, including program, training and policy reviews.
- Preference will be given to post-secondary students enrolled in programs related to Climate Change, Environmental Sustainability, Environmental Studies, and/or Energy
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively; both oral and written
- Self-motivated with the ability to function independently and as part of a team in a hybrid work environment
- Capable of dedicating 35 hours per week, with the flexibility to accommodate a variable schedule for participation in regular community events during evenings and weekends
- Access to a reliable vehicle
- Possess a valid Class G2 or G (or equivalent) drivers license
- be between 15 and 30 years of age at the beginning of the employment period*;
- be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment**; and,
- have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.