The Clean Fight: Summer Internship - Marketing & Outreach

Who We Are

We have the majority of the solutions we need to solve the climate crisis — they’re just not being adopted quickly enough. The Clean Fight is a not-for-profit dedicated to accelerating the adoption of proven climate solutions in New York State and beyond. We design and run targeted programs that bring some of the best climate tech companies from around the world together with customers, ecosystem partners, and capital providers to test out clear pathways for adoption and unlock decarbonization at scale, with a core focus on decarbonizing the built environment.  www.thecleanfight.com 

Underpinning our work is a focus on facilitating the adoption of solutions that will disproportionately impact frontline and underserved communities, and ensuring that the energy transition is just and equitable. 

We are supported by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), a public benefit corporation advancing clean, resilient, and affordable energy solutions for New Yorkers, the U.S. Department of Commerce, along with philanthropic funding. We were founded in 2020 with incubation support from New Energy Nexus, an international non-profit organization that strives to achieve a 100% clean energy economy for 100% of the population in the shortest time possible by supporting diverse clean energy entrepreneurs with funds, accelerators, and networks. 

About the Role

We are seeking someone with strong design and communications skills who is excited to deepen their exposure to the climate tech space in New York. The candidate will support the Marketing team on a wide range of storytelling projects and outreach initiatives, working across various programs including International Landing Pad, Energy Storage: Deploy Now, and the Deployment Grant Fund. 

This opportunity will allow the candidate to join a team of experienced professionals on a mission to decarbonize New York and create a healthier, more abundant future for all by accelerating the adoption of proven climate solutions. The candidate will take part in a variety of team meetings and strategic brainstorms, alongside honing their design, marketing, research, writing, and project management experience.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the marketing, communications, and outreach efforts for The Clean Fight programs, including graphic design, marketing asset creation, copy-writing, communication planning, and conducting targeted outreach
• Assist with The Clean Fight’s overall brand marketing
• Assist with optimizing The Clean Fight’s website and building out web content
• Support event planning and execution 
• Research and contribute to case studies and blogs
• Support with video content and editing for social media/web

An ideal candidate will have:

• A passion for clean energy, sustainability, and innovation
• A solutions-oriented mindset, able to dive into new projects with curiosity and drive in a lean, all-hands-on-deck work environment. You’re comfortable navigating unfamiliar territory and take pride in figuring things out independently 
• Excellent communication skills – written, verbal and interpersonal. You understand how to craft and share compelling narratives across today’s marketing channels, and you bring empathy and adaptability to your work, engaging effectively with people across backgrounds
• Experience with graphic design platforms and tools, especially Canva
• Experience with social media platforms and tools, especially LinkedIn
• Experience with video editing platforms
• Advanced research and investigative skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in team environments
• Good time-management skills and ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously

Nice to have:

• Experience with CRM tools, particularly Hubspot 
• Experience with research and outreach tools such as Hunter.io
• Website optimization skills 
• Experience with database and file management
• Exposure to climate journalism or experience with climate-focused organizations

Commitment:

• 12 weeks
• Hybrid (we are in physical office in midtown Manhattan two days a week), NYC

$17/hour, small team, supportive, fast-paced, creative work environment. Office at Studio by Tishman in midtown Manhattan.

We value and celebrate diversity among our employees and in our movement. We are an equal opportunity employer - all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, family/marital status, or veteran status. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

To be considered, please submit your resume and a thoughtful cover letter expressing why you’re right for the role by following this link: https://apply.workable.com/newenergynexus/j/3CF65BD025/