Internship Opportunity: DGS Energy & Sustainability Division has announced that they will taking applications for a paid internship as a Schools Conservation Summer Intern. Apply Today! Please send application to: DGS.Recycles@dc.gov by May 3, 2013

1. GOVERNMENT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES
Overview
The Sustainability and Energy Division of the D.C. Department of General Services (DGS) seeks a results-
oriented individual with excellent analytical, writing, and communication skills for a full-time, paid
internship position to support the agency’s recycling and energy reduction efforts in D.C. Public Schools.
A major new initiative of this program is the development of a comprehensive outreach strategy and
online communication materials to support the roll out of new instructions, trainings, and educational
opportunities related to recycling and energy reduction for the upcoming 2013-2014 school year.
The intern will work with the Schools Conservation Coordinator to compile and organize contact
information and other school-specific data; develop an information tracking system; and produce a
variety of high-quality and informative outreach materials to reach multiple audiences including
principals and teachers, custodial and food services staff, and students of various ages.
Location: Washington D.C.
Duration: 12 weeks starting no later than June 1, 2013.
Compensation: Hourly wage commensurate with qualifications.
Responsibilities
• Collaborate with agency staff to identify key audiences and messages for achieving recycling and
energy reduction targets in schools.
• Communicate as needed with representatives of other relevant agencies and organizations (e.g.
DC Public Schools, Department of Public Works, environmental education non-profits, etc).
• Compile and organize contact information and other school-specific data; develop consistent
methods for updating and tracking contacts and data.
• Develop clear, concise factsheets, instructional memos, and guidebooks; promotional materials
(e.g. for recycling/energy reduction competitions); fliers, posers, and banners; presentations and
educational materials.
• Create online repository and dissemination strategy for communications materials.
• Investigate innovative methods of disseminating online content; develop appropriate social
media strategy and/or use of data display or mapping technologies.
• Liaise with communications team, designers, printers as necessary to assure product quality.
• Support other activities as needed.
2000 14th St. NW, 8th Floor Washington DC 20009 | Telephone (202) 727.2800 | Fax (202) 727-7283

2. GOVERNMENT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES
Qualifications
• Ideal candidate will have an undergraduate or Master’s degree in environmental studies or
science, public policy, communications, education, or other relevant field.
• Very strong writing skills and excellent academic performance.
• Attention to tedious detail and ability to compile and organize large amounts of data.
• Experience with online outreach, website development, and social media.
• Demonstrated interest and/or experience working on recycling and energy reduction.
• Demonstrated interest and/or experience working with D.C. Public Schools or other urban
schools.
• Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office.
• Good eye for design and familiarity with programs such as Adobe Photoshop and InDesign
• Familiarity with online mapping applications and Geographic Information Systems is preferred.
• Ability to work well in a team, juggle multiple priorities, and work under tight deadlines.
Application instructions: Send a resume and cover letter to DGS.Recycles@dc.gov by May 3, 2013.
Please include in your cover letter how you found out about the position.
The Department of General Services (DGS) has a mission to elevate the quality of life for the District with
superior construction, first-rate maintenance and expert real estate management. By building and
maintaining safe and green state-of-the-art facilities which foster economic growth and elevate
educational environments, our trusted and skillful employees create modern and vibrant communities
across all of the District of Columbia.
2000 14th St. NW, 8th Floor Washington DC 20009 | Telephone (202) 727.2800 | Fax (202) 727-7283