Start/End Dates: February 5, 2024 – September 30, 2024

Compensation: $650 per week + $1000 monthly for housing

Medical insurance provided on request.

Application Due: October 31, 2023 

The Resource Assistants Program seeks to engage ethnically and racially diverse young professionals in natural resource careers.

You must be:

a U.S. citizen or legal resident.

a college graduate.

Please Apply Here 

Position Description: 

This position is a vital member of the National Partnership Support team, contributing to the successful execution of administrative tasks, event coordination, and project support that align with the agency’s mission. This role provides an excellent opportunity for professional growth and skill development while working closely with program staff and enhancing the overall effectiveness of the team.

Responsibilities:

• The RA will supporting the National Partnership staff with day-to-day administrative-style duties
• The RA will assist with event coordination
• The RA will participate in various projects that support the Agency’s mission 
• The RA will work with other program staff for developmental skills.

Qualifications:

Experience is unnecessary but the candidate shall be able to work on multiple tasks simultaneously, in a fast-paced environment, all while providing top-notch customer support.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Dependable
• Professional

Direct Hire Authority (DHA)

All RAP interns receive Direct Hire Authority (DHA) at the successful conclusion of their internship. DHA status enables an agency to hire, after public notice is given, any qualified applicant. A DHA expedites hiring by eliminating competitive rating and ranking, veterans’ preference, and “rule of three” procedures. For more information, please click HERE.

EEO Statement

Environment for the Americas provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.