Careers at MEC
Michigan Environmental Council is a coalition of organizations protecting the health of Michigan's people and environment. We are a 501(c)(3) charitable organization formed in 1980 to lead Michigan's environmental movement in achieving positive change through public policy solutions. MEC is an equal opportunity employer.
February 19, 2019
Chief Executive Officer
The successful candidate will have the leadership and management skills to ensure that MEC continues to be an effective agent for change in a constantly evolving environment. Strong management in the areas of human resources, finances, fundraising, grant compliance and management, and program evaluation is required. Overseeing organizational management and leading staff in developing and implementing programs is essential. The CEO will both push and support strategic thinking and ensure that all staff understand how each piece fits with a larger whole both internally and externally. S/he will be expected to maintain a welcoming office with a culture of cooperation and collaboration among all staff.
The CEO will be a public face of the organization. With strong communications and relationship-building skills, the CEO will continue MEC’s tradition of finding and effectively collaborating with diverse partners. The CEO will be responsible for raising the financial resources to advance the mission and programs, and for managing those financial resources and leading and supporting staff to achieve desired program outcomes and sustainability. This includes creating and sustaining relationships with major donors and funders.
Policy Internship Program
Michigan Environmental Council’s policy internship program is designed to identify the next generation of leaders working for Michigan’s people and environment, cultivate their talents and shape their future. We seek highly motivated interns who are looking to expand their knowledge of public policy and environmental issues while building a base of contacts in the environmental community and beyond.
Every spring, summer and fall we give several talented college students direct experience in environmental policy research and advocacy. They give us the fresh energy and ideas we need to rebuild Michigan’s economy while protecting our natural resources and enhancing our quality of life.
We tailor our internships to match each person’s skills, expertise and goals, and offer a variety of experiences to make an intern’s time here as valuable as possible. Interns typically undertake short- and long-term policy research projects, and have opportunities to meet with state policymakers, take part in special events and field trips, and attend committee meetings and sessions of the Legislature. They work closely with our policy experts in energy, transportation, environmental health, water, agriculture, environmental justice, and natural resources.
Internships at MEC are unpaid, but college credit can be arranged. Our office is conveniently located in downtown Lansing, three blocks from the Capitol. Schedules are flexible; 15 hours per week is preferred.
Ideal applicants will:
- Be a junior, senior or graduate student, or have graduated the previous semester.
- Have knowledge of research methods to collect and analyze relevant information.
- Have a basic understanding of current environmental policy issues and the public policy process.
- Be self-motivated and self-directed, seeking guidance when appropriate.
- Have a good sense of humor and a strong ability to collaborate with others.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit a cover letter, résumé and a short writing sample -- as one PDF -- to internships@environmentalcouncil.org
Deadlines
June 25 for fall internships
November 5 for spring internships
March 19 for summer internships
We'd love to hear from you.
Michigan Environmental Council is a coalition of organizations protecting the health of Michigan's people and environment. We are a 501(c)(3) charitable organization formed in 1980 to lead Michigan's environmental movement in achieving positive change through public policy solutions. MEC is an equal opportunity employer.
February 19, 2019
Chief Executive Officer
The successful candidate will have the leadership and management skills to ensure that MEC continues to be an effective agent for change in a constantly evolving environment. Strong management in the areas of human resources, finances, fundraising, grant compliance and management, and program evaluation is required. Overseeing organizational management and leading staff in developing and implementing programs is essential. The CEO will both push and support strategic thinking and ensure that all staff understand how each piece fits with a larger whole both internally and externally. S/he will be expected to maintain a welcoming office with a culture of cooperation and collaboration among all staff.
The CEO will be a public face of the organization. With strong communications and relationship-building skills, the CEO will continue MEC’s tradition of finding and effectively collaborating with diverse partners. The CEO will be responsible for raising the financial resources to advance the mission and programs, and for managing those financial resources and leading and supporting staff to achieve desired program outcomes and sustainability. This includes creating and sustaining relationships with major donors and funders.
Policy Internship Program
Michigan Environmental Council’s policy internship program is designed to identify the next generation of leaders working for Michigan’s people and environment, cultivate their talents and shape their future. We seek highly motivated interns who are looking to expand their knowledge of public policy and environmental issues while building a base of contacts in the environmental community and beyond.
Every spring, summer and fall we give several talented college students direct experience in environmental policy research and advocacy. They give us the fresh energy and ideas we need to rebuild Michigan’s economy while protecting our natural resources and enhancing our quality of life.
We tailor our internships to match each person’s skills, expertise and goals, and offer a variety of experiences to make an intern’s time here as valuable as possible. Interns typically undertake short- and long-term policy research projects, and have opportunities to meet with state policymakers, take part in special events and field trips, and attend committee meetings and sessions of the Legislature. They work closely with our policy experts in energy, transportation, environmental health, water, agriculture, environmental justice, and natural resources.
Internships at MEC are unpaid, but college credit can be arranged. Our office is conveniently located in downtown Lansing, three blocks from the Capitol. Schedules are flexible; 15 hours per week is preferred.
Ideal applicants will:
- Be a junior, senior or graduate student, or have graduated the previous semester.
- Have knowledge of research methods to collect and analyze relevant information.
- Have a basic understanding of current environmental policy issues and the public policy process.
- Be self-motivated and self-directed, seeking guidance when appropriate.
- Have a good sense of humor and a strong ability to collaborate with others.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit a cover letter, résumé and a short writing sample -- as one PDF -- to internships@environmentalcouncil.org
Deadlines
June 25 for fall internships
November 5 for spring internships
March 19 for summer internships