Community Outreach and Engagement - Seasonal

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution seeks seasonal workers for the Community Outreach and Engagement initiative, ResilientWoodsHole. The role involves developing and executing outreach projects focused on climate resilience in the Woods Hole community. Responsibilities include content creation, event coordination, and collaboration with local schools. Candidates should be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program with an interest in climate change and community engagement. Familiarity with the local area is preferred.
Job Summary ResilientWoodsHole (RWH) is a private-public initiative that includes Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, Marine Biological Laboratory, National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration, Town of Falmouth, as well as the Woods Hole Village businesses, organizations, and community members. RWH is working to develop strategies for increasing coastal resiliency within Woods Hole. RWH has taken steps in climate resilience planning, such as evaluating areas in Woods Hole vulnerable to sea level rise and coastal storm flooding and identifying solutions for those areas. RWH has also developed a robust outreach and engagement program, including a RWH Climate Walking Trail, a climate resilience exhibit at the Nobska Lighthouse and Maritime Museum, and launched a volunteer RWH Ambassador Program. RWH is searching for summer workers to help us develop and execute other outreach and engagement projects, as well as help maintain our current efforts. Job Description This position offers the opportunity to engage in creative, hands-on work in a variety of projects that will help foster awareness and action surrounding climate change, particularly in the context of Woods Hole. The worker will gain valuable experience in community engagement, science communication, content creation, event coordination, and educational programming. Key Responsibilities: The worker will collaborate with RWH staff on a variety of outreach and engagement initiatives, with responsibilities that may include: ● Assist in the development and execution of outreach and engagement activities related to climate resilience, with a focus on the Woods Hole community and surrounding areas. ● Create and curate content for RWH’s social media platforms, including videos, interviews, and posts that highlight RWH’s initiatives and raise awareness of climate resilience issues. ● Support the planning and coordination of local events, workshops, and educational programs. ● Collaborate with local schools and educators to develop climate literacy and resilience lesson plans and educational resources for middle and high school students. ● Contribute to ongoing community engagement projects such as the RWH Climate Walking Trail, RWH Ambassador Program, and public exhibits. ● Work closely with community partners and stakeholders to foster collaborations and support new initiatives that enhance local climate resilience and literacy. ● Provide general support for outreach activities and help organize and manage outreach materials, event promotions, and follow-up communications. Qualifications: ● Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program ● Strong interest in climate change, resilience, and community engagement. ● Excellent communication skills, including writing, speaking, and visual media. ● Organized, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision. ● Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team. ● Local residents or those familiar with the Woods Hole/Falmouth area are encouraged to apply. Non-Essential Qualifications: ● Majoring in environmental science, climate change, communications, public policy, education, or related field. ● Experience with social media, content creation, or video editing is a plus. ● Experience in event planning, outreach, or educational programming is a plus. Additional Job Requirements ● Position duration: Approximately 12 weeks ● Work hours: 10-15 hours per week ● Must have own housing and ability to commute to Woods Hole How to Apply: Please submit your resume and a cover letter to the attention of Irina Polunina-Proulx, describing your interest in climate resilience, familiarity with Woods Hole or another coastal community, and how you believe your skills and experiences align with the responsibilities of this position. WHOI accepts applications on a rolling basis - applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to ensure full consideration. While we will continue to review applications until the position is filled, and early applicants may have an advantage in the selection process. 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