Woodwell Climate Research Center

Summer Internships Program 2026

Mission:

Woodwell Climate Research Center (Woodwell Climate) conducts science for solutions at the nexus of climate, people, and nature. We partner with leaders and communities for just, meaningful impact to address the climate crisis.

Woodwell Climate is a rapidly growing, top-ranked, independent non-profit climate research institute whose mission is to advance science-based climate policies through scientific research and outreach. Our world-leading research and impact helps individuals, organizations, corporations, communities, and nations understand the realities of climate change, recognize the impact on our planet, and embrace the urgent action needed to safeguard the future of life on Earth.

Summary:

Join Woodwell’s 2026 Summer Internship Program as an Editorial Intern on the Marketing & Communications team. In this role, help tell stories for our web and social channels that inspire hope and action in the face of the climate crisis. Must have experience writing in a journalistic style as well as an interest and ability in communicating to a public audience through narrative and storytelling in various formats, including social media. The intern will write 3-4 stories over the course of the internship, including but not limited to science explainer content, quick-turn updates, and a longer feature story, and contribute to the creation of engaging text, image, and video social content.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

Brainstorm ideas for, write, and revise 3-4 original stories for publication on the Woodwell Climate website and/or Magazine (use of generative AI not permitted)

Interview and interact with scientists to gain a better understanding of the scientific process

Collaborate with other team members to develop graphics and/or multimedia to support storytelling

Work with social media specialist to craft multi-channel social posts to promote stories and center activity

Join all core communications team meetings to immerse yourself in the operations of a non-profit communications department

Network with professionals in field of interest, including mentors, managers and other interns

Develop and enhance skill sets within chosen scientific and/or operational programs

Participation and learning of the Center’s scientific interdisciplinaries and operational programs such as staff meetings, employee engagement activities

Must Have the Following Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Willingness to apply theoretical knowledge in a professional setting

Willingness and ability to work independently and as part of a team

Open to receive guidance from experienced professionals and learn new techniques and tools

Self-motivated with strong writing, analytical, and communication skills (written, verbal, interpersonal)

Experience with journalistic writing (ex. school or professional newspaper, coursework, blog etc.)

Experience with video editing or graphic design for social media or an enthusiasm to learn these skills

Familiarity with the basics of climate science

Strong sense for story and narrative

Interest in multifaceted science communication

Provide 2 writing samples of articles published online for a school or professional newspaper, magazine, blog, or other non-fiction/journalism outlet. If you have an example that demonstrates your skill in multimedia or short-format social storytelling, you are encouraged to submit that as one of your samples. Submit either as links in your cover letter or as a single, combined PDF.

Qualifications:

Enrolled in or graduated from an associates, undergraduate, or graduate program taking relevant coursework within outlined disciplines or recent graduates in liberal arts, communications, journalism or science writing or equivalent work experience

If hybrid, must have reliable internet/wifi access and the ability to work within standard East Coast working hours

Work Environment:

The functions of this role are conducted indoors

Hours of Work:

This role is paid on an hourly basis.

Typically, full-time employees work 40 hours during a Monday through Friday workweek.

Application review will begin ongoing

Desired Start Date: June 8 - August 14, 2026

Classification and Compensation: This is a full-time, temporary, non-exempt position, with an hourly salary (based on Massachusetts minimum wage or equivalent state where the employee is located). Internship will not exceed more than 90 days.

Location: Falmouth, MA or Onsite or Hybrid

Application Instructions: To apply, please complete the application, attach your resume and cover letter addressing your experience and qualifications in relation to the responsibilities of this position and a single PDF and submit writing samples either as links in your cover letter or as a single, combined PDF. All resumes without cover letters will not be reviewed.

Please visit Woodwell's website to learn more about Woodwell’s work.

Located on a 10-acre campus near the village of Woods Hole, the Woodwell Climate Research Center (Woodwell) is a private, non-profit research center. Woodwell is a leading source of climate science that drives the urgent action needed to solve climate change. Woodwell has 100+ staff members and is excited to welcome new employees to this work.

Woodwell is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, mental, or physical disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, familial status, veteran status, or genetic information. Woodwell is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for all individuals in employment practices, services, programs, and activities.