About the role#
The Science Office is seeking a graduate intern to support the creation of an information and knowledge management system. Reporting to the Senior Director of Scientific Collaborations, this role focuses on building systems to organize scientific understandings of environmental challenges and solutions. You will help bridge the gap between complex scientific data and institutional workflows.
What you'll do#
- Develop systems to maintain and update scientist-vetted talking points.
- Create guidance for interrogating scientific literature using approved AI tools.
- Produce scientific literature syntheses and compilations of internal scientific thinking.
- Create systems for vetting internal scientific information.
- Develop agents to connect AI search tools with existing internal resources.
- Create AI standard operating procedures and prompts.
- Provide recommendations for the institutional incorporation of AI into daily workflows.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a graduate program.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively within a team.
- Initiative, proactiveness, and creativity.
- Project management and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- A commitment to NRDC mission, values, and DEI principles.
- Demonstrated interest in Information Science or Knowledge Management, with a degree or credential in these fields preferred.
- Experience with Microsoft Copilot or other AI tools is preferred.
- Experience using Google Scholar, Zotero, or similar reference management tools is preferred.
Location & details#
- This internship is based in Washington, DC.
- The role follows a hybrid work model, requiring 3 days per week in the office.
- This is a paid 10-week summer internship with a $10,000 stipend.
- The commitment is 35 hours per week.
About Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC)
The Natural Resources Defense Council is a nonprofit organization focused on environmental law and policy. Founded in 1970, the group works on issues including global warming, ocean ecosystems, and wildlife preservation. It employs scientists, lawyers, and policy experts across offices in cities like New York, Washington, and Beijing. The organization maintains a staff of 501 to 1,000 people.
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