Listing Start Date: Thursday, October 10, 2024

Expires: Friday, January 10, 2025

Job Description:

The Town of Georgetown is seeking applicants who are committed to public service excellence for the full-time position of Community Development Director. This position is responsible for organizing and directing the full range of the Town’s community development activities.

The Community Development Director is responsible for planning, zoning, and economic development; residential and commercial ordinance administration; developing and implementing the Comprehensive Plan; and other special plans, projects, and authorities/commissions. The Community Development Director shall demonstrate leadership, management, and technical skills through effective communication and collaboration, proper use of team resources, progressive decision making, personal accountability and responsibility.

Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree in community planning, economic development, public administration, or a related field. Five years of progressively responsible experience in planning, economic development, community development, housing, and/or redevelopment, including some supervisory experience. American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP), Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) or Economic Development Finance Professional (EDFP) certification helpful. Position open until filled. 

The Town of Georgetown offers a competitive benefits package, which includes health, life insurance, disability insurance, pension plan, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays, sick and vacation leave.

Applications are available at the Town’s website at www.georgetowndel.com​ and can be submitted to the Town Administrative Office, 37 The Circle, Georgetown, DE 19947, or may be submitted online through the website. 

The Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service seeks applications for Virginia Institute of Government Operations Coordinator at the University of Virginia (UVA). The Cooper Center serves localities in the Commonwealth and beyond in the context of a complex 21st century in which civic challenges are interconnected and problem-solving requires engaged communities and collaboration across traditional boundaries. Comprised of five teams to deliver its public service mission through three broad areas of work: applied research, leadership development, and local government support and engagement. 

The Institute of Government operations coordinator will provide various administrative and logistical support to the Virginia Institute of Government (VIG) team and assist with the consulting and onsite/virtual training operations of VIG. The operations coordinator will report to the VIG managing director.

Responsibilities:

Provide assistance with logistical aspects of VIG’s consulting and onsite training engagements. 

This includes:

• Working with consultants, instructors, and facilitators for availability and material preparation; sending pre-work to external clients.

• Making travel arrangements for VIG staff and consultants/instructors/facilitators.

• Coordinating external assessment distribution including tracking completed assessments and sending reminders.

• Creating and sending external client pre- and post-surveys including tracking of completed surveys, sending reminders, and survey data analysis.

• Creating and reviewing quote forms and letters of agreements and contracts.

• Soliciting invoices from financial team based on contracts, etc.; serve as fiscal liaison for VIG including tracking engagement expenses and revenue to create financial statements.

• Arranging onsite logistics (room set-up, AV, etc.).

• Copying and materials preparation and distribution.

• Providing assistance with all logistical aspects of VIG’s virtual training engagements. This includes: material preparation, assessment coordination and distribution, processing quote forms and agreements/contracts, invoicing, expense tracking, and managing in person/Zoom events.

The Management Analyst Team is designed for promising professionals that are interested in a career in public service. This is a permanent position that provides career development in local government while allowing individuals to develop and strengthen professional skills. This multi-year program is an opportunity to gain valuable experience in local government management and finance.

Management Analysts start in the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) helping to develop and manage the components of Mesa's budget. Management Analysts may also have the opportunity to work on core teams or lead special projects for various departments across the City of Mesa. 

After one to two years in OMB, Management Analysts spend the next two years rotating through various departments and providing management assistance. Successful completion of the program may result in placement of the Management Analyst into another position in Mesa.

Listing Start Date: Thursday, December 19, 2024

Expires: Open Until Filled

Job Description:

The Economic Fundamentals Initiative (EFI) is a U.S.-based 501(c)(3) NGO established in 2019 that strives to bring economics, in simple terms, to everyone in former communist countries in their local languages. EFI works with universities, policy institutes and non-profits in 11 Partner Countries in the Balkans, South Caucuses and Central Asia to deliver material and activities that inspire broad-based interest in economics and personal finance. We have a special focus on secondary school students including an international Economics Olympiad, educational materials and teacher training. You can see more about our activities at www.econfun.org (although the site is currently undergoing significant upgrade).

We are looking for a Development Director to join a small full-time staff. Our staff is decentralized in the US and Western Europe and works virtually but with a high level of interaction and in person. 

The Development Director will:

• Develop, implement and execute (after Board approval) quarterly and annual fundraising plans to meet organizational goals.
• Maintain existing donor relationships with support from Board and senior staff.
• Identify new donor and grant opportunities, initiate contact (with Board support), and cultivate these relationships.
• Prepare compelling grant proposals.
• Organize Country Partners and EFI’s joint applications to international donors.
• Advise and motivate local fundraising efforts of Country Partners seeking support for EFI projects.
• Represent EFI at conferences and events where current and potential donors may be present

The ideal candidate will be:

• Outgoing and highly motivated.
• An excellent written and oral communicator.
• Someone with at least three years of experience in a development position.
• Knowledgeable about the US and EU philanthropy landscape. 
• At ease interacting with senior managers among corporations, international organizations, national banks, foundations, and representatives of high-net-worth individuals.
• A self-starter.
• Able to work in a collaborative manner without close supervision.
• Creative and able to think out of the box about EFI’s funding needs.
• Knowledgeable in basic economics, finance or business background helpful.
• Understanding of, supportive of, and interested in the transition from communism to free markets.
• Sensitive to local customs and practices across our 11 partner countries in the Balkans, South Caucasus, and Central Asia.
• Flexible and able to travel. (Our board and partners span 14 time zones. )

This position offers:

• The opportunity to make a real difference in the future of hundreds of millions of individuals and the education of tens of thousands of future leaders.
• Flexible schedule, remote work, and significant travel opportunities.
• Great and diverse colleagues.

To Apply and For More Information Contact: Development@econfun.org

The Partnership for the Delaware Estuary (PDE) is hiring!

BACKGROUND

Partnership for the Delaware Estuary (PDE) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting and improving the health of the Delaware Estuary, which supplies clean drinking water for millions of people and provides valuable resources for businesses, governments, and communities, including those that are overburdened or economically distressed. PDE pursues clean waters, healthy habitats, and strong communities by:

• Leading science-based efforts to prevent pollution, protect wetlands, and restore mussels and oysters;
• Partnering with government agencies, nonprofits, corporations, and the public to restore the vital waters that nourish our communities; and
  
• Fostering care and support for the health of the entire estuary through festivals, workshops, river cleanups and other special events.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Engagement Specialist supports the Partnership for the Delaware Estuary’s Engagement Team through a variety of water-related activities. The Specialist will assist in engaging the public through stormwater education and helping to improve drinking water sources by facilitating connections with partner organizations.

JOB FUNCTIONS
Support stormwater-related education and outreach activities in Philadelphia and Wilmington, and in the surrounding area:

• Assist with coordinating festivals, programs and volunteer events.
• Help create public-facing materials, such as flyers and social media posts.
• Foster new partnerships with local community and environmental organizations.
• Help engage teachers and students through environmental lessons related to watersheds, native plants, freshwater mussels, and related topics.

Assist with the facilitation of the Schuylkill Action Network:

• Support logistics and promotion of SAN outreach programs and events, such as Schuylkill Scrub, Schuylkill Action Students, SAN Bus Tour and SANnual Meeting
• Coordinate SAN social media and email communications.
• Perform updates of relevant events, news and grant programs on schuylkillwaters.org website.
• Assist with elements of facilitation of new source water protection network, Delaware River Improvement Program.
• Assist with the planning and execution of local outreach events.
• Serve as an ambassador for PDE and SAN at public events.
• Identifies business opportunities to improve PDE engagement.
• Perform other activities as assigned.

Closing Date: Until Filled

BACKGROUND

Partnership for the Delaware Estuary (PDE) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting and improving the health of the Delaware Estuary, which supplies clean drinking water for millions of people and provides valuable resources for businesses, governments, and communities including those that are overburdened or economically distressed. PDE pursues clean waters, healthy habitats, and strong communities by:

• Leading science-based efforts to prevent pollution, protect wetlands, and restore freshwater mussels and oysters;
• Partnering with government agencies, nonprofits, corporations, and the public to restore the vital waters that nourish our communities; and
• Fostering care and support for the health of the entire estuary through festivals, workshops, river cleanups, and other special events and activities.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Urban Waters Specialist supports the Urban Waters Program Manager by assisting in the implementation of initiatives, programs, and partnerships related to the Delaware River location of the Urban Water Federal Partnership, as well as supporting other outreach-based efforts in urban areas located in the Delaware Estuary. This position helps with project coordination, communication, and administrative duties to further the goals of the Partnership for the Delaware Estuary.

JOB FUNCTIONS

Project Support

• Assists in the implementation of community projects, festivals, and workshops.
• Supports in the preparation of project deliverables, timelines, and monitoring of key metrics.
• Maintain quality data and assists with data analysis.
• Assists in organizing and facilitating internal external meetings.
• Helps maintain project files, calendars, and communications.

Community Engagement & Partnership Building

• Helps engage urban communities, particularly underrepresented populations, in water quality understanding and improvement efforts.
• Collaborates with local organizations, government agencies, and community groups to advance shared goals.

Organizational Support

• Serves as an ambassador for PDE and the Delaware Estuary Program.
• Identifies business opportunities to improve PDE’s engagement work.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Expires: Friday, February 14, 2024

*Applications may be reviewed on a rolling-basis and this posting could close before the deadline. Click here for information about the selection process.

A complete application consists of:

• An application

• Transcript(s) – For this opportunity, an unofficial transcript or copy of the student academic records printed by the applicant or by academic advisors from internal institution systems may be submitted. All transcripts must be in English or include an official English translation. Click here for detailed information about acceptable transcripts.

• A current resume/CV, including academic history, employment history, relevant experiences, and publication list

• Two educational or professional recommendations. Click here for detailed information about recommendations.

Description

EPA Office/Lab and Location: A research training opportunity is currently available at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Office of Research and Development (ORD), Center for Environmental Solutions and Emergency Response (CESER), Groundwater Characterization and Remediation Division (GCRD) located in Ada, Oklahoma. If selected for the opportunity, the participant will need to relocate to the appropriate EPA facility.  The relocation costs are not reimbursable.  The opportunity is not 100% remote, but limited remote participation may be considered at the mentor’s discretion.

Research Project: Our research includes basic and applied studies of the physical, chemical, and biological processes that control the transport of water, chemicals, and/or microorganisms of known or emerging concern in aquatic systems. Protection and enhancement of water quality often relies on ecosystem and nature based services and the integration of land, air, and water perspectives to understand how to manage and protect our nations water resources . This research training opportunity will support an ongoing effort to develop multiple demonstration studies that are underway to improve our understanding of the effects of restoration and how engineered aquatic systems might reduce excess pollution in rivers, reservoirs, and groundwater while providing more water availability. Research will assess the benefits of restored aquatic systems, wetlands, and engineered systems in various human influenced aquatic and floodplain systems to help inform decision makers and practitioners. This will require a variety of approaches to include direct measurements in the field, experiments in the lab, literature review, the application of GIS and models of scenarios of  restoration and changes to hydrology (e.g., the effects of tile drainage or potable water reuse ) used or proposed for the management of nutrient pollution or water quality compliance. A goal of this research is to provide insight for the region, state, and stakeholders on how to support and encourage nutrient pollution reduction and water reuse while simultaneously informing benefits and trade-offs of these approaches as well as build capacity for similar research. 

Under the guidance of a mentor, the research participant will conduct research to assess the benefits of restored aquatic systems, wetlands, and engineered systems in aquatic and human influenced floodplain systems. Research activities will include a combination of field, lab, and computer work to carry out ecosystem research on water quality.  The research participant will collaborate with a research team and stakeholders to identify critical research questions and carry out research. The research participant will be provided opportunities to participate and learn from other ongoing collaboration with stakeholders to demonstrate the value of restored wetlands to decrease nutrient in the upper Midwest as well as ongoing floodplain restoration research related to water quantity and quality.  With guidance from the mentor, the research participant will have the opportunity to develop original research and participate in collaborative research projects. The research participant will present their findings through scientific presentations and publishing.

Expires: Friday, February 14, 2024

*Applications may be reviewed on a rolling-basis and this posting could close before the deadline. Click here for information about the selection process.

A complete application consists of:

• An application

• Transcript(s) – For this opportunity, an unofficial transcript or copy of the student academic records printed by the applicant or by academic advisors from internal institution systems may be submitted. All transcripts must be in English or include an official English translation. Click here for detailed information about acceptable transcripts.

• A current resume/CV, including academic history, employment history, relevant experiences, and publication list

• Two educational or professional recommendations. Click here for detailed information about recommendations.

All documents must be in English or include an official English translation.

Description

EPA Office/Lab and Location: A research opportunity is currently available at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Office of Research and Development (ORD), Center for Environmental Solutions and Emergency Response (CESER) located in Cincinnati, Ohio.  If selected for the opportunity, the participant will need to relocate to the appropriate EPA facility.  The relocation costs are not reimbursable.  The opportunity is not 100% remote, but limited remote participation may be considered at the mentor’s discretion.

Research Project: The nation’s aging wastewater and stormwater infrastructure systems are increasingly facing many challenges including an uncertain climate future, affordability crisis, and emerging contaminants especially in smaller communities. These issues are stressing collection and conveyance systems producing more frequent system failures, including overflows, and are placing technical challenges and additional public health and quality of life burdens on these often-disadvantaged communities. The resiliency of these systems, and the ability to effectively monitor and manage them during and after significant wet weather events, can be enhanced.

Decades ago, EPA developed the Storm Water Management Model (SWMM) and continues to upgrade and support the software. SWMM models can be used for engineering planning and design and, along with relatively inexpensive remote sensing/transmitting devices, are increasingly being used to establish “digital twins” of existing systems to allow for improved monitoring, operations, and maintenance towards more resilient collection systems.

Under the guidance of a mentor, research participant activities may include:

• Advancing SWMM related tools to lower the barrier to developing digital twins of collection systems.
• Identifying critical publicly and freely available remotely sensed or model derived datasets that can be assimilated to improve predictive accuracy of digital twins of collection systems.
• Investigating novel real time control algorithms for developing decision support systems for collection system operators.
• Exploring novel approaches to combine traditional physics/process-based hydrological and hydraulic models and artificial intelligence/machine learning approaches for improved computational performance and accuracy.
• Presenting research at professional conferences.
• Publishing research results in peer-reviewed journals.
• Traveling to professional conferences, research facilities, and field sites.

Expires: Friday, February 14, 2024

*Applications may be reviewed on a rolling-basis and this posting could close before the deadline. Click here for information about the selection process.

A complete application consists of:

• An application

• Transcript(s) – For this opportunity, an unofficial transcript or copy of the student academic records printed by the applicant or by academic advisors from internal institution systems may be submitted. All transcripts must be in English or include an official English translation. Click here for detailed information about acceptable transcripts.

• A current resume/CV, including academic history, employment history, relevant experiences, and publication list

• Two educational or professional recommendations. Click here for detailed information about recommendations.

All documents must be in English or include an official English translation.

Description

EPA Office/Lab and Location: A research opportunity is available at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Office of Research and Development (ORD), Center for Environmental Measurement & Modeling (CEMM), Air Methods and Characterization Division (AMCD), located in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina.

Research Project: An ORISE research training opportunity is available with participation in a project to scientifically evaluate household energy technologies for cooking, heating, and lighting. 

ORD CEMM AMCD helps provide the basis for the formulation of EPA's environmental policies and programs by playing a vital role in the scientific research mission of the Agency. CEMM/AMCD helps develop and evaluate solutions to environmental problems faced by EPA, local and state agencies, and the public. This research project seeks to provide information and tools that enable the Agency to develop the cost effective and sustainable approaches to protecting human health and the environment. This research supports EPA's environmental protection goals by providing direct support to Agency's regulatory and voluntary programs and by developing and evaluating emissions measurement, emissions control and cost effective risk management strategies. 

The research participant will collaborate with a team of scientists and engineers on activities that may include (but not be limited to) the following: 

• Measuring air pollutant emissions in the laboratory and/or in the field.
• Evaluating emissions of gases and particulate matter that affects human health.
• Evaluating emissions of greenhouse gases and aerosols that affect the environment.
• Measuring energy efficiency and fuel use in the laboratory and/or in the field.
• Technical capacity building and training in developing countries.
• Biomass fuels research.
• Combustion research.
• Testing protocols and standards development.

The Biden School offers various internship opportunities to undergraduate and graduate students, including the Legislative Fellows Program and the Biden Institute Summer Internship Program.

Learn more on the Student Opportunities Page.

Apply for the Program Assistant Intern Role at First State Educate!

Application Deadline:  Open Until Filled

Description

About First State Educate
At First State Educate, our mission is to spark radical change in education by activating the power of Delawareans. We are focused on creating a Delaware where every child is prepared for a productive and fulfilling life. A core part of our work involves engaging with local school boards to help drive systemic change and advocate for better policies and practices in education. By joining us, you’ll contribute to these initiatives while supporting the day-to-day operations of our nonprofit.

Position Overview
We are seeking a versatile and motivated Program Assistant Intern who is eager to learn about nonprofit management, advocacy, and communications. This internship offers a chance to contribute to a variety of tasks, from assisting with community engagement efforts to supporting our advocacy work with school boards. As part of our remote team, you’ll gain hands-on experience in nonprofit management, strategic communications, and program development, all while helping to advance educational equity in Delaware.

Key Responsibilities

• School Board Engagement & Advocacy: Support our work with school boards by researching policy issues, preparing materials for meetings, and assisting with communications to stakeholders.
• Program Management Support: Assist with the planning, coordination, and execution of various programs and events, including community action meetings and educational forums.
• Communications & Social Media: Help develop content strategies to raise awareness about our mission, create social media posts, and track engagement metrics to improve outreach.
• Content Creation & Design: Create visual content, such as graphics and videos, to enhance our digital presence and promote events.
• Nonprofit Operations: Gain experience in nonprofit management by supporting daily operational tasks, tracking data, maintaining internal systems, and ensuring smooth coordination across teams.
• Community Outreach & Event Promotion: Help plan and promote events that increase participation in our initiatives, particularly in our work to influence school board policies.

Apply for the SelectUSA Internship!

SelectUSA a dynamic and mission-driven program to encourage business investment into the United States, is housed within the Global Markets division at the International Trade Administration of the U.S. Department of Commerce.

SelectUSA's Communications and Outreach team has vacancies for the Spring 2025 semester unpaid internships in Washington. D.C. This internship is an excellent opportunity for students to gain valuable experience and insight into foreign business investment in the United States, international capital flows, and U.S. investment policy with public affairs exposure to high-profile stakeholders and U.S. government leaders. Transit benefits are included.

Communications and Outreach Team Internship Duties:

• Duties will range across all aspects of the SelectUSA program operation, including supporting incoming media, stakeholder, and principal inquiries.
• Interns have significant assignments in research and writing including drafting reports,
• PowerPoint presentations, talking points, speeches, and briefing materials for senior
• U.S. government officials, and other related administrative and research activities.
• Interns will have the opportunity to focus both on strategic communications and media portfolios, as well as public affairs and intergovernmental engagement, depending on their areas of focus and professional goals.
• Interns will work on all facets of C&O Team deliverables pertaining to the SelectUSA
• Investment Summit. The Investment Summit is the highest-profile event in the United
• States dedicated to promoting foreign direct investment (FDI).
• Interns will support the 2025 SelectUSA Investment Summit, from May 11-14.

Requirements:

• Strong candidates have academic or professional experience in public affairs, English, communications, writing, editing, political science, economics, international relations, and/or journalism.
• Strong candidates have strong writing, research, critical reasoning, and speaking skills, as well as attention to detail, adaptability, and familiarity with U.S. economic policy, and an interest in public service. Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Selected candidates must meet minimum security requirements by submitting to a background check upon arrival.
• Up to 30 hours per week, but flexible; hybrid work schedule with 3-4 days in the office per week.
• Application Materials: Resume and writing samples (at least one, no more than four pages).

Cover letter preferred, but not required.

Send materials to Sarah.Donofrio@trade.gov.

Apply for the MPE Internship!

Application Deadline: January 15, 2025, 11:59 PM (PST)

About: The Mobilization and Political Economy (MPE) Summer Research Program trains undergraduate students from underrepresented groups to conduct research on mobilization and/or political economy and supports their placement in graduate social science programs. The 8-week residential summer program, which takes place at the University of Pittsburgh, provides students with training in research methods, professional development, and research and mentorship opportunities.

Requirements: 

• 3.0 GPA

• Undergraduate student participants in REU Sites must be U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, or permanent residents of the United States.

• Applicants must have the ability to spend all 8 weeks at The University of Pittsburgh, and not have other work or academic obligations during those 8 weeks.

• Applicants must have a research interest in mobilization and/or political economy.

Apply for the NextGenPop Undergraduate Program in Population Research!

Application Deadline: Wednesday, February 5, 2025

About: NextGenPop is an undergraduate program in population research that aims to increase the diversity of the population field and nurture the next generation of population scholars. The program includes a 2-week, in-person, on-campus summer experience and subsequent virtual components focused on research and professional development. The Center for Population, Inequality, and Policy at the University of California, Irvine, is hosting the summer 2025 program in Irvine, CA, from June 22 – July 3. 

Participants receive a $1,000 stipend as well as funds to cover travel and living expenses. Classroom instruction and hands-on applications address contemporary social and policy issues in population research, including race and income inequalities, health disparities, immigration, and family change. For more information, please visit our website and application page.

To apply, you will need:

• Current transcript (unofficial)
• Resume or CV
• Writing sample
• Answers to three essay questions, 200 words each
• Letter of reference from a faculty member at your school (uploaded separately)

Be sure to submit your full application by Wednesday, February 5, 2025. Applicants will be notified of admission decisions by early March and will be expected to commit by mid-March. This program is in-person at University of California, Irvine, from June 22 – July 3.

FACULTY WRITING LETTERS OF REFERENCE: Please upload your letter here by February 5. Be sure to include the candidate’s full name at the top of your letter. Describe why your student is a good candidate for NextGenPop, how the program would benefit your student, and how you plan to support their success as their “home mentor.” The commitment of the home mentor is to provide general support and guidance to the NextGenPop fellow, which might include debriefing after the summer experience, checking in on progress in the remote components of the program, and providing a point of contact for local resources. 

Apply for the Public Policy Program for Delaware Juniors!

The Henry Clay Center’s College Student Congress is a two-week, fully funded academic opportunity for college juniors interested in public policy, politics, law, or government. This program will take place from May 19–30, 2025, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY and American University in Washington, DC – allowing students to experience both locations.

Fifty-one rising college seniors (one from each state and the District of Columbia) will be selected to engage with lawmakers, academics, and policy experts to explore the policy process. The program covers transportation, housing, meals, and materials.

Applications are due by January 15th. For more information, visit henryclaycenter.org/college-student-congress.

Contact Abby Didawick at adidawick@henryclaycenter.org with any questions.