The Clean Fight: Fall Marketing & Outreach Internship

Who We Are

The Clean Fight is a not-for-profit dedicated to accelerating the adoption of climate solutions in New York State and beyond. Our goal is to help fulfill the necessarily aggressive climate targets enacted by New York City and State, with a growth-stage accelerator and prize programs focused on scaling the best climate tech companies from around the world. We do this by assisting with business development, corporate and investor partnerships, tailored technical support, and providing non-dilutive grants to help de-risk pilots in New York State and nationwide. www.thecleanfight.com 

Underpinning our work is a focus on facilitating the adoption of solutions that will disproportionately impact frontline and underserved communities, supporting underrepresented founders, 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 are the NY chapter of 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. New Energy Nexus operates programs in the US, China, India, Southeast Asia, and East Africa.

About the Role

The candidate will support the efforts of the Marketing team  at The Clean Fight across multiple programs which may include the International Landing Pad Network, Multifamily Affordable Housing Accelerator, Empire Technology Prize, Energy Storage Deployment Accelerator, and the Deployment Grant Fund, as well as future programs.

The candidate will also take part in a variety of team meetings and strategic brainstorms. This opportunity allows the candidate to join a small team of experienced professionals who are on a mission to decarbonize New York and create a healthier, more abundant future for all through accelerating adoption of the most promising climate solutions. Applicants can expect to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where they will develop professional skills in communication, research, writing, and project management.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the marketing and communication and outreach efforts for The Clean Fight programs, including market research, communication planning, marketing asset creation, and 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 
• Support social media efforts through graphic design, copy-writing and creating relevant content
• 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
• Execution-focused with a sense of urgency, solutions oriented and resourcefulness in a lean, all-hands-on-deck work environment
• Excellent communication skills; written, verbal and interpersonal 
• 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 well independently and in team environments
• Good time-management skills and ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously

Nice to have:

• Experience with CRM tools such as 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; Start Date: End of October/early November 
• Hybrid (we are in physical office in midtown Manhattan two days a week), NYC

Compensation:

• $16.50/hour

How to Apply

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. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. 

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/8BCC30B6AF/