Communications Intern - Fall 2026
The Stockholm Environment Institute's US Center seeks an energetic, versatile, intellectually curious, and collaborative writer and communicator to help identify and tell stories from our work, raise our global profile, and boost our impact. SEI's US Center staff work on a variety of timely environment and sustainable development issues, including climate change policy and water resource planning. While based in Seattle, this role may involve projects from around the world and opportunities to collaborate with SEI's centers in Europe, Africa, Latin America, and Asia.
About the role
The US Center offers an international working environment, a warm and friendly culture, development opportunities within the communication field, and the ability to support a dynamic research team. SEI is a mission-driven, independent international research organization committed to advancing sustainable development through research, policy analysis, and capacity-building. Our communications staff work closely with researchers to plan projects, shape messages, identify compelling stories, and share those stories and messages with diverse audiences.
Responsibilities
Write and publish content on SEI.org to promote new publications, ongoing projects, researcher interviews, and upcoming events
Draft written and visual elements for social media posts
Create marketing materials for SEI projects and programs
Update the website with new content
Develop original video and/or graphic design content for our website and social media channels
Requirements
Enrolled as a student in an undergraduate or master's program related to communication, journalism, English, public relations, marketing, political science, or another field compatible with science communication
Proximity to SEI's office in downtown Seattle
Strong written communication and critical thinking skills without the use of AI
Keen attention to detail in fact-checking, grammar, spelling, and following directions
Interest in environmental and sustainable development issues
Ability to manage multiple simultaneous deadlines
Demonstrated ability to explain complex topics in plain language
Working knowledge of how to use LinkedIn, Bluesky, Facebook, and YouTube, and familiarity with their respective audiences
Preferred but not required
Experience in graphic design or video editing/production
Experience using WordPress, Canva, and Adobe Creative software
Work study preferred, but not required
How to apply
Please submit your application using the Workable link, and be sure to include:
A one-page cover letter highlighting relevant qualifications and experience in your own words, not generated using AI
Your resume
Three references
Three recent work samples not generated using AI. These can include writing samples, social media posts/campaigns, videos, pamphlets, fact sheets, and graphics.
We will alert you before contacting your references. Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States.
Benefits
We offer Seattle city minimum wage at $21.30/hr. In addition, we offer sick time, as well as a welcoming work environment and a flexible work schedule. SEI US is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and an inclusive work culture. We do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, medical conditions related to pregnancy and childbirth, breastfeeding, or reproductive health decision-making), marital status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, past or present status as a workers' compensation or whistleblower claimant, use of a service animal, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.