Green Media Coordinator Project Activities, E. MI Environmental Action Council
Posted: 8/21/08
Location: Detroit
This is an full-time, paid, internship with the East Michigan Environmental Action Council.
- Consult with and assist the EMEAC Education Director in all
aspects of EMEAC’s Green Media program (30%) - Carry out the goals of the Environmental Arts and Science lab (10%)
- Coordinate and facilitate teacher support meetings (15%)
- Coordinate events – event location, food, trainers, etc. (10%)
- Responsible for outreach to schools and youth organizations (10%)
- Work with Executive Director to evaluate program effectiveness (15%)
- Work with Development Coordinator to find funds for the Green
Media program (5%)
- Coordinate GREEN SCREEN Youth Environmental Short Film Festival (5%)
The Green Media Coordinator will work directly with EMEAC’s Education Director Lottie Spady. (through Americorp)
Assist EMEAC in accomplishing our vision and values, by working toward the following goals:
- Foster the development of leadership skills among middle-school and high-school- aged Detroit area children
- Enhance youth awareness about environmental issues of importance in Southeastern Michigan and globally
- Inform school personnel, students, and community members on
current environmental policy - Inform policymakers on current environmental concerns through community and youth activities
- Increase awareness and knowledge of a wide range of environmental careers, through exposing youth to professionals and community advocates, with an emphasis on women and people of color
- Enable youth to engage in environmental stewardship activities in their own community
- Create environmental awareness through short film programs
- Provide curriculum support for Detroit area schools and teachers that enhances science instruction, environmental awareness, leadership development and awareness of environmental careers
- Promote environmental cooperation across groups
Specific skills required for the position.
- Education or interest in the environment.
- Experience working with youth from diverse backgrounds
- Experience working with various forms of media and an interest in “green design”
Some college (or graduate) preferred but not required
Compensation and benefits for position (through Americorp) 40 hrs/week – 1 year position – $11,100 annual stipend – $4,725 towards educational training or to repay student loans – health care benefits
Quick turnaround – please email resume and/or statement of interest to director@emeac.org ASAP.