DESCRIPTION: Transition Bloomington is part of a vibrant, international grassroots movement that builds community resilience in response to the challenges of peak oil, climate change and the economic crisis. To promote Transition Bloomington’s “Great Unleashing” event at City Hall on April 24, 2010 you will work with the internship coordinator to create press releases, press kits, flyers, publications, and outreach materials; develop and implement social media projects; help coordinate media interviews, including radio, newspaper, and TV throughout the region; and research and develop best practices based on other Transition initiatives. Flexible: make your own schedule. For more information, see www.transitionbloomington.org and www.transitionus.org.
QUALIFICATIONS: Interest in public relations, outreach, graphic design, social media. Excellent writing skills. Self-motivated; able to work independently; also should enjoy working with people. Should have a passion for environmental causes. Must be able to meet with internship coordinator weekly for 30 minutes on Thursday afternoons between the hours of 2:30 and 5:30.
APPLICATION METHOD: Send resume and cover letter to Rhonda Baird at rk.baird@yahoo.com.
