Energy & Sustainability Communications Fellowship

Overview

VOX Global, a strategic communications firm, is accepting applications for a communications/public affairs fellowship focused on supporting energy and sustainability clients. This position will support VOX account teams with research, media coverage reports, writing and asset creation, benchmarking and general communications work.

The fellowship is a paid, full-time, 6-month position based in our Washington, DC office. We are looking for someone to join our team in June. This is a hybrid role, with 3 days in the office and 2 days remote. A successful candidate will have excellent writing skills, strong attention to detail, familiarity with the media landscape, a keen interest in energy and sustainability issues and a team-oriented attitude. Prior work experience related to energy and sustainability issues is strongly welcomed but not a requirement.

VOX Global believes a diverse team brings a wider range of personal and professional experiences and perspectives. We recognize that diversity and inclusion benefit our agency, our clients, and the communities in which we work and live. To that end, we strongly encourage applications from women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Qualifications

• College graduate with experience in communications, public affairs or related fields and/or currently enrolled in/completed a graduate program
• Understanding of the U.S. media landscape, political structure and energy industry
• Long-term project experience, either through coursework or prior career experience
• Excellent research and analytical skills
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Copy editing and proofing abilities
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment

Application requirements

• Resume/CV
• Cover letter
• Writing sample, which may include a classroom assignment, work product from a previous internship, a campus newspaper or magazine article, or an essay, blog post, letter, or memo

Compensation

The anticipated hourly rate for this position is $23.00. The rate is based on a range of factors, including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and geography.

Equal Employment Opportunity

VOX Global is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. VOX Global does not discriminate in any aspect of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where VOX Global does business. Our policy is to employ, advance, and reasonably accommodate all qualified employees and applicants.