Marine Futures North West Internship ProgrammeLocation: Kendal, Cumbria
The internship will be based in Kendal, Cumbria with time spent in the offices of partner organisations in the North West, as well as London and in other locations across the UK. Travel and accommodation will be organised for time spent outside of Cumbria. Salary: £9.30 per hour (Real Living Wage) plus 9% pension contribution. Duration: Full-time (35 hrs per week) fixed-term for 6 months, from 4 May to 30 October 2020. The opportunity: The Marine Futures Internship Programme offers a unique opportunity to candidates who are passionate and enthusiastic about the marine environment. The Marine Futures Intern will gain skills, knowledge and experience across a variety of sectors in this exciting field to help direct and shape their future career ambitions. This internship programme is funded by The Crown Estate and project managed by the North West Wildlife Trusts. The programme is run in partnership with The Crown Estate, the North West Wildlife Trusts, Ørsted and Natural England (known as the partner organisations). Each partner organisation provides opportunities for the intern to develop skills in specialist areas including, marine conservation advice, sustainable fisheries, renewable energy development, marine policy, and community engagement. The successful intern will follow a varied schedule whilst on the programme that will allow them to gain a range of skills and experiences including: working in different office environments; writing for different audiences; working with local communities to raise awareness about environmental issues; undertaking surveys and field work; the use of social media in the workplace; and delivering media interviews and presentations. The Marine Futures Intern will also get the chance to undertake an independent research project, looking into a practical solution to a challenge currently facing the offshore wind sector and how this could be developed into an opportunity for net gain for the natural environment. This will involve working closely with different teams (from engineering, to environmental and concept) across the partner organisations. What we are looking for: We are seeking an intern who can build on their existing skills and knowledge and make the most of this unique experience. Applicants should have a good understanding of current marine issues and some experience of working or volunteering within the marine sector. Most importantly, we are looking for candidates who are passionate and enthusiastic about the marine environment and have a willingness to learn. Applicants must have a driving licence and access to a car with business use insurance. Closing date for applications: Midnight Sunday 22 March 2020. Please do not include a CV. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.Interview date: Tuesday 31 March 2020 Further details on the programme and an application pack can be found here: https://www.cumbriawildlifetrust.org.uk/jobs/marine-futures-intern-0
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