Sustainability Marketing and Outreach Intern
Sustainability Marketing and Outreach Intern – SWEEP – New York, NY (Remote)
About the Job
The Solid Waste Environmental Excellence Performance Standard (SWEEP) is a non-profit start-up founded by the creator of the LEED Green Building Rating System, Rob Watson. SWEEP is creating a suite of triple-bottom-line standards to promote best practices and collaboration within the materials management industry. SWEEP is currently managing the pilot phase of the SWEEP+ Standard which is targeted at the top 25% performers in local governments and relevant industry counterparts (e.g. waste haulers, material recovery facilities, and landfills).
SWEEP is seeking a motivated individual to join our team as an Sustainability Marketing and Outreach Intern. The ideal candidate is detail oriented, personable, and can be relied on to facilitate various communications tasks, such as digital marketing/communications/client service. This position works directly with SWEEP’s Program Manager and occasionally with SWEEP’s volunteer professionals, as well as the Founder.
***This is an unpaid internship position. Duration: 2 Months (July + August).***
Responsibilities
- Help respond to SWEEP+ Pilot Participant inquires
- Help manage/post content for SWEEP’s social media platforms
- New SWEEP member shoutouts
- Organization Updates
- Share pertinent articles on emerging topics in Sustainable Materials Management
- Facilitate prospective member/pilot outreach emails
- Help market SWEEP webinars via Mailchimp Email Campaigns and Social Media
- Co-Author blog articles with other SWEEP thought leaders on hot button issues in materials management
- Package/Send follow-up collateral and have ongoing contact with prospective customers
Skills and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English Writing, Sustainability, Environmental Studies or related field preferred
- Proficiency in Google Suite, Email Marketing Platforms (e.g Mail Chimp), and Various Social Media Platforms
- Social Media/Email Marketing Experience
- Proven proficiency in attention to detail, schedule management and communication skills. This includes the ability to work in a fast paced environment with multiple initiatives at various stages at any one time
- Ability to make independent decisions on a daily basis, addressing the best way to handle specific tasks
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks based on importance
- Strong writing skills
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Location: Remote
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.