Internships

Interning at REF helped me improve and develop a wide range of skills that have helped me grow as a professional. My experiences at REF have helped me be a better team member, public speaker, critical thinker, and planner.

Juan P. former Policy Coordinator and Policy and Campaign Director

I learned a lot about the power we have to make a change towards a more sustainable environment... My main motivation to pursue higher education in public health was due to the knowledge learned through ReThink about environmental health along with policies and programs that can make a difference to individuals and within communities.

Lyric W. former Communications Coordinator

Before this internship, I was all set for a career in criminology but when I saw the impact I could have in the environmental space as an advocate, my entire trajectory changed. I credit ReThink with giving me the opportunity to start my policy career.

Anthony G. fomer Development Coordinator

You all helped me transition careers and gave me an absolutely necessary foundation in the power of the grassroots and an ethical compass to help me navigate the future.

Laura A. former Sea Level Rise Forum Organizer

Get Involved

Want to get involved through interning? Sign up to discover how you can make a difference for a more energy-independent future. There are two options for internships:

1. Paid Internships are a definitive 10 hours per week, with a regular committed schedule of ~6 of those hours during our regular hours, which are between 10 and 5, Monday through Thursday. We also ask for a 2-semester commitment, pending a positive performance review, from our paid internships. Paid internships are more competitive.

Note: We currently have one paid position open – the Youth Outreach Coordinator.

2. Volunteer internships are also 10 hours per week with some hours during the regular working hours, 10-5, Mon-Thurs, but we are able to be somewhat more flexible with those requirements. It is still recommended to commit to at least a semester, and two semesters if possible, to get the most out of the internship. You are able to get school volunteer hour credit, other volunteer hour credit, and internship credit at a school as desired and arranged. It is possible to shift to a paid internship if one is available during the next semester.

In both cases, our team is great and our intern program provides a good opportunity to gain real-life hands-on experience in running parts of an effective organization. After you complete the form below, please email your resume to interns@rethinkenergyflorida.org with a short cover letter telling us which you prefer.

In addition to the open internships described above, we are also a work site for CareerSource Capital Region. People who meet the income and other guidelines for the ‘Work Experience’ program are welcome to apply at the links below for 25 hours per week positions. Also, please send an email to interns@rethinkenergyflorida.org to notify us of your interest.

Learn about the intern’s responsibilities!

Youth Outreach Coordinator

Expands outreach programs targeted toward Elementary, Middle, and High School youth
Outreach to schools, including Elementary, Middle, and High schools for presentations
Fosters good relations with community schools to promote outreach initiatives and projects
Fosters good relations with after-school programs, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, & youth church groups

Outreach Coordinator

Finds new groups and areas to introduce to ReThink
Develops presentation materials for outreach
Researches tabling or presentation opportunities and coordinates tabling events
Maintains materials for information table (Earth Day and other events), seeks out at least two information table opportunities per month, and works with the volunteer coordinator to staff tables
Serves on Energy Ball Publicity Committee
Manages Outreach Committee

Adult Outreach Coordinator

Works on research of current issues and legislative events
Organizes letter writing and other actions
Maintains coordination of the outreach committee
Constantly updating and researching key issues
Seeks opportunities for ReThink to table during community events
General outreach to your area and opportunities to get adults involved in our mission
Gives presentations to adult groups about ReThink and energy issues
Works with the Communication Coordinator to publicize events and outreach projects

Marketing Coordinator

Expands and refines ReThink’s Marketing and Branding plan that includes social media, on-site visits, and strategies for investing in new and existing markets
Finds new groups and areas to introduce to Rethink
Assists the Volunteer Coordinator with volunteer recruitment as integral part of marketing plan
Conducts research on Media outlets in target areas around Florida
Works with the Webmaster to keep the website updated
Graphic design of materials, and displays to ensure branding and identity of ReThink
Design materials that emotionally engage the public’s interest and increase a sense of belonging and awareness of ReThink
Works with the Communications Coordinator to manage the Energy Ball Publicity Committee

Communications Coordinator

Create informative posts for Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok
Develop and send weekly and monthly emails with news and upcoming events
Write blog posts for ReThink’s website
Make use of ReThink Energy YouTube channel, Tumblr, and Twitter
Publicize events on ReThink’s website, Facebook, and community calendars
Develop Media Advisories and press releases
Join the Energy Ball Publicity Committee during the Summer
Join the Reclaiming Florida’s Future Publicity Committee during the Spring
Update ReThink’s website (WordPress) with timely information

Social Media Coordinator

Make use of ReThink’s YouTube channel, Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat, Tumblr, and Twitter
Grows ReThink Energy’s social media presence and reach
Explore new social media platforms
Publicizes events via Facebook, community calendars, and other social media
Manages blog and news portions of web site
Timely updates related to news items on our social media sites
Creation of graphically interesting images for social media

Graphic Designer

Creates flyers and graphics for ReThink and the Communication Team
Develops infographics and visually appealing ways to educate our constituents
Works with the Webmaster to develop visually appealing graphics for the website blog posts, main page, and other pages
Works with the Communications Coordinator to create visually appealing images for emails
Supports fundraising by creating visually appealing and engaging graphics for Energy Ball or other fundraising efforts

Webmaster

Assists with website reorganization and keeps the website up to date
Adds events to the website calendar
Keeps the Staff Page up-to-date
Develops blog posts based on current campaigns and activities of the organizations

Political Advocacy Coordinator

Works closely with the Policy, Legislative Policy, and Research Team to research current issues and legislative events
Organizes letter writing and other actions
Develops talking points, with the Research and Policy Coordinators, for advocacy activities
Sets up and coordinates staffing for one local letter-writing party per month
Works with volunteers to coordinate advocacy actions in their areas
Works with Florida leaders as appropriate

Local Chapter Ambassador (throughout Florida):

Represent ReThink on local activities, committees and boards, and update the Chapter Development Coordinator on campaigns relevant to ReThink’s mission.
With the Chapter Development Coordinator, strategically select one or more local campaigns to work on per semester/ season.
Look for opportunities to co-sponsor events or campaigns with other organizations. Maintain responsibilities of that co-sponsorship, to include reaching out to local ReThinkers.
Maintain a list of contacts for the local area that are connected to the issues ReThink is working on.
Implement Statewide letter writing campaigns and participation in Tallahassee Advocacy Days in local area
Begin developing relationships with local ReThinkers, in order to successfully throw one or more ReThink branded event.

Chapter Development Coordinator

Work with local chapter leaders and ambassadors to coordinate statewide activities and track local activities.
Support local chapter leaders and ambassadors in connecting them with other headquarters teams.
Lead monthly calls with all chapter leaders and ambassadors
Lead weekly or bi-weekly calls with chapter interns

Events Coordinator

Builds a support team to coordinate events related to ReThink’s events, specifically the Energy Ball major fundraiser, including volunteers to market the event, distribute event information, and recruit participants.
Manages planning details. Where appropriate develops or updates process document related to major events.
Directs and supervises planning activities and volunteers during event’s happening; monitors event performance and participation; conducts debrief of major events, and submits debrief to directors.
Is the lead organizer of Energy Ball
Provides logistical support for meetings and events
Handles miscellaneous tasks as needed (serves on event committees, assists Directors, etc.)

Volunteer Coordinator

Develops volunteer program, to include working with other staff to develop a list of skills required, finding new volunteers, and placing them/ matching with skills set
Works with supervisors to develop and execute methods of volunteer recruitment and retention
Determines skill sets needed and recruits individuals to fill skill sets
Trains and coordinates volunteers
Coordinate volunteers efforts and tracking
Conducts volunteer assessment and motivation
Updates the Volunteer Handbook and the Policies and Procedures
Be a contact for the volunteers in case issues or questions arise

Non-Profit Management Coordinator

Ideally suited for an individual with an educational or professional experience in Non-Profit Administration/Management
Collaborates with Directors and Associate Directors to assess current practices and programs
Makes recommendations to the Directors and/or Board regarding opportunities to improve organizational efficiency & effectiveness as well as alignment of programs with organizational values
Helps organization members utilize ReThink’s CRM, Hubspot, more successfully and effectively
Researches various best practices for different aspects of the organization, including but not limited to strategic planning, financial practices, project planning, board/by laws, etc.
Researches different concepts as a basis for improving programs, including but not limited to the different types of education, types of ignorance, barriers to non-profit involvement & engagement, language practices & terminology
Helps identify training needs within the organization Helps develop training materials as needed

Grants Development Coordinator

Researches and tracks grant opportunities
Writes at least one grant proposal as main grantwriter (Goal is one per month)
Conducts analysis on programs to determine outcomes and whether strategies were successful

Internships

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Learn about the intern’s responsibilities!

Expands outreach programs targeted toward Elementary, Middle, and High School youth

Fosters good relations with community schools to promote outreach initiatives and projects

Finds new groups and areas to introduce to ReThink

Researches tabling or presentation opportunities and coordinates tabling events

Serves on Energy Ball Publicity Committee

Works on research of current issues and legislative events

Maintains coordination of the outreach committee

Seeks opportunities for ReThink to table during community events

Gives presentations to adult groups about ReThink and energy issues

Expands and refines ReThink’s Marketing and Branding plan that includes social media, on-site visits, and strategies for investing in new and existing markets

Assists the Volunteer Coordinator with volunteer recruitment as integral part of marketing plan

Works with the Webmaster to keep the website updated

Design materials that emotionally engage the public’s interest and increase a sense of belonging and awareness of ReThink

Create informative posts for Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok

Write blog posts for ReThink’s website

Publicize events on ReThink’s website, Facebook, and community calendars

Join the Energy Ball Publicity Committee during the Summer

Update ReThink’s website (WordPress) with timely information

Make use of ReThink’s YouTube channel, Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat, Tumblr, and Twitter

Explore new social media platforms

Manages blog and news portions of web site

Creation of graphically interesting images for social media

Creates flyers and graphics for ReThink and the Communication Team

Works with the Webmaster to develop visually appealing graphics for the website blog posts, main page, and other pages

Supports fundraising by creating visually appealing and engaging graphics for Energy Ball or other fundraising efforts

Assists with website reorganization and keeps the website up to date

Keeps the Staff Page up-to-date

Works closely with the Policy, Legislative Policy, and Research Team to research current issues and legislative events

Develops talking points, with the Research and Policy Coordinators, for advocacy activities

Works with volunteers to coordinate advocacy actions in their areas

Represent ReThink on local activities, committees and boards, and update the Chapter Development Coordinator on campaigns relevant to ReThink’s mission.

Look for opportunities to co-sponsor events or campaigns with other organizations. Maintain responsibilities of that co-sponsorship, to include reaching out to local ReThinkers.

Implement Statewide letter writing campaigns and participation in Tallahassee Advocacy Days in local area

Work with local chapter leaders and ambassadors to coordinate statewide activities and track local activities.

Lead monthly calls with all chapter leaders and ambassadors

Builds a support team to coordinate events related to ReThink’s events, specifically the Energy Ball major fundraiser, including volunteers to market the event, distribute event information, and recruit participants.

Directs and supervises planning activities and volunteers during event’s happening; monitors event performance and participation; conducts debrief of major events, and submits debrief to directors.

Provides logistical support for meetings and events

Develops volunteer program, to include working with other staff to develop a list of skills required, finding new volunteers, and placing them/ matching with skills set

Determines skill sets needed and recruits individuals to fill skill sets

Coordinate volunteers efforts and tracking

Updates the Volunteer Handbook and the Policies and Procedures

Ideally suited for an individual with an educational or professional experience in Non-Profit Administration/Management

Makes recommendations to the Directors and/or Board regarding opportunities to improve organizational efficiency & effectiveness as well as alignment of programs with organizational values

Researches various best practices for different aspects of the organization, including but not limited to strategic planning, financial practices, project planning, board/by laws, etc.

Helps identify training needs within the organization Helps develop training materials as needed

Researches and tracks grant opportunities

Conducts analysis on programs to determine outcomes and whether strategies were successful

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