WMEAC Wolverine CAG Communications Internship

Wolverine Community Advisory Group (CAG)
Communications Internship

Internship Timeframe
Intern is expected to work for a period of 15 weeks.
Winter/Spring Summer Fall
January – May* May – August* September – December*
*Timeframe is approximate.
Compensation
Internships will not be paid on an hourly basis. Intern will receive a $500 stipend, paid at the conclusion
of the internship. We will work with your academic institution if you will be taking this internship for
credit.
Position Summary
Intern will work closely with WMEAC staff and the Wolverine CAG Communications and Leadership
Teams to expand and support the CAG’s communication platforms. This internship will focus on
communications and marketing through social media, blog posts, and website maintenance. Intern will
support PFAS and water quality policy efforts, locally and statewide. Intern is expected to work 10-15
hours per week, as arranged with their supervisor. Intern will report primarily to WMEAC’s Deputy
Director.
Although specific tasks will depend on WMEAC and CAG needs that arise during the course of the
internship, intern is expected to:
● Track media coverage, public and private remediation and testing, ongoing research regarding
PFAS contamination
● Create content for social media, blog posts, and media releases, as directed by CAG membership
● Update and maintain CAG website with updates, blog posts, meeting announcements and
content
● Update, post, and maintain CAG social media platform(s)
● Attend meetings of the Wolverine CAG and Michigan Water Table each month

● Attendance of WMEAC events is also expected, when the intern’s schedule permits
Qualifications
Required:
● Familiarity and experience managing social media platforms for an organization or business
● Experience and/or ability to create and design content for blog posts and social media;
photography, video and/or creative design experience a plus
● Highly organized and detail-oriented
● Strong verbal and written communication skills
● Experience and/or willingness to learn to operate basic website tools
● Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google Docs
● Ability to speak to a group of community members and partners
Preferred:
● Basic knowledge of PFAS contamination issues
● Familiarity with Wolverine Worldwide legacy contamination issues in Northern Kent County
Organization Background
West Michigan Environmental Action Council (WMEAC) is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization working to
protect and enhance West Michigan’s environment by translating the concerns of people into positive
action. WMEAC has been delivering environmental education and advocacy to the West Michigan
community for over 50 years.
Work Location
Intern will work out of the WMEAC office to the extent possible. However, our staff is currently working
a hybrid schedule where staff members work 2-3 days per week in the office and 2-3 days per week at
home. Our office is closed to the public on Mondays and Fridays; it is anticipated that intern hours will
be virtual on those days unless other arrangements are made with staff. Regular, in-office days will
primarily be Tuesday - Thursday. WMEAC staff will work with Intern to determine a flexible schedule to
accomplish the internship goals and tasks.
To Apply
Applicants should send a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and application to
wmeac.org/internships. WMEAC is an equal opportunity employer. No one will be discriminated against
on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or any other characteristic protected by
law.