Description:

The Adler Planetarium has an opportunity available in our Communications department for an Advertising and Promotions Manager. The Manager oversees advertising, promotions, and social media initiatives aimed at raising the museum’s profile, increasing revenue, generating attendance, and effectively communicating the Adler’s vision to be the world’s premiere space science center.

Responsibilities:

• Strategic media planning and buying
• Maintaining master calendar and schedule for communications projects
• Serving as traffic manager for all creative work, working closely with graphic designers, and advertising representatives
• Organizing and archiving advertising and marketing projects
• Develops and builds promotional partner opportunities
• Tracks ROI and creates reports
• Work with Director of Museum Communications to create integrated marketing communication plans, promotional strategies and department reports
• Develop and implement marketing strategies for Adler After Dark program
• Creates effective, targeted marketing materials including collateral and signage
• Manages fulfillment of media sponsorship and marketing partner benefits
• Process Communications department invoicing and updates on budget, manages annual advertising budget.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in communications, journalism, or related field
• Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive experience in the advertising field with an excellent understanding of marketing strategy
• Basic design skills
• Must have a strong background in integrated media planning, buying, and traffic management
• Experience with tracking ROI
• Social Media marketing experience with multiple platforms
• Chicagoland market or advertising agency experience preferred
• Experience with Great Plains preferred but not required

How to Apply:

Apply online here.

Description:

Assist the curators of woody and herbaceous perennial plants in data-gathering and analysis of the Garden’s plant collections. This person will perform literature research, review current collection holdings, determine the availability and nativity of taxa, enter data and transfer information, develop lists of new acquisitions and sources for specialized collections, evaluate plants from foreign expeditions for quantity, health, and provenance-based adaptability, and produce reports.  We are looking for someone who knows ornamental plants, is detail-oriented, accurate, and passionate about ornamental plants and their cultivars; comfortable with computers; and preferably has a bachelor’s degree in horticulture or botany.

Responsibilities:

• Perform literature research, review current collection holdings, and determine redundancy, commercial availability, and nativity of taxa.
• Develop lists of new acquisitions and sources for the Garden’s plant collections.
• Help to evaluate more than 3,300 existing plants from foreign expeditions for quantity, health, location, and provenance-based adaptability.
• Denote in specialized collections database targeted acquisitions, potential countries/regions, and commercial sources for additions to the specialized collections.
• Conduct “weed risk assessment” for plants targeted and collected on expeditions.
• Create and produce high quality reports.
• Other curatorial duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in horticulture or botany preferred. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Excel software. Knowledge of plants required. Detail-oriented with strong communication and organizational skills. Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

How to Apply:

Apply online here, or by mail at the following address:

Chicago Botanic Gardens
Attn: Human Resources
1000 Lake Cook Road
Glencoe, IL 60022

Description:

The Chicago Lights Urban Farm empowers youth and community residents in the Cabrini-Green neighborhood to have increased economic opportunities through access to organic produce, nutritional education, work force training, and microenterprise development. It also provides a safe sanctuary and programs for children and youth to learn about urban agriculture.

The Summer Farm Camp program is open to children and youth ages 5 to 14 and provides opportunities to explore the Farm, as well as develop self-confidence, problem solving, and community building skills.

This Summer Farm Camp position is an opportunity for a dedicated educator to gain experience in the field of Farm-Based Education. This is a part-time, short-term position, with future opportunities to develop the Farm-Based Education and community programming at the Chicago Lights Urban Farm.

Responsibilities:

The Summer Farm Camp Educator is responsible for making sure that our campers’ day-to-day experience is safe, fun, educational, and nurturing. The Summer Farm Camp Educator will be responsible both for preparing the indoor and outdoor program space and gathering all supplies for the daily activities and lessons. The Farm Camp Educator will lead all the daily program activities, with the help of teen interns. This will include activities that focus on farming, arts, and sports and movement, while working with the kids to build a foundation of trust, respect, and positive communication within our Farm community. The Farm Camp Educator will be responsible for deepening the campers’ knowledge of core principles of urban farming, highlighting strong connections between the natural world and our society and keeping the kids engaged within our active, outdoor, Farm environment. The Summer Farm Camp Educator will attend any group field trips and oversee the safety and whereabouts of all the campers. This Educator will need to be comfortable working with either of the two following age groups; 5 to 8 year olds or 9 to 13 year olds.

Qualifications:

• Previous teaching experience or experience working with kids in an educational afterschool or community-based youth program
• Experience, skill, abilities, or knowledge with any of the following: farm-based education, Farm-to-table practices, gardening, outdoor education or wilderness experience, social and environmental justice, crafts, arts, music or culinary arts, nutrition, environmental science, natural history, ecology, community building, conflict resolution
• Flexible, self-directed, organized and goal-oriented.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, handle pressure well and have a sense of humor.
• Ability to work with and act as a mentor to a job-training teenage intern through modeling positive workplace behaviors such as promptness, positivity, follow-through, and strong communication.
• Enjoy working with children and be excited about learning.
• First aid and CPR certifications
• Ability to lift 35lbs and work in an outdoor environment
• A strong commitment to the mission of Chicago Lights and the Urban Farm Program.

How to Apply:

Apply online here.

Description:

With world attention focused on both the environment and the economy, Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) is where policymakers and business leaders turn for win-win solutions. This leading green group, with programs from Boston to Beijing, has tripled in size over the past decade by focusing on strong science, uncommon partnerships and market-based approaches. You can be part of a vibrant workplace that welcomes diverse perspectives, talents and contributions, where innovation and a focus on results are a way of life.

EDF is launching a new initiative in Chicago to accelerate investment in energy efficiency and demand response and increase adoption of energy management practices in buildings. Our goals are to create a successful pilot that can be replicated in other cities, and to leverage the results and relationships developed through this initiative to advance EDF’s climate and energy goals.

Under the direction of the Project Manager for the Chicago Buildings Pilot, the Project Specialist will lead implementation of EDF’s new building energy management initiative in Chicago. The Project Specialist will build key local relationships to expand participation in the program and maximize its impact, carry out key program activities, and track and communicate results.

Responsibilities:

• Develop relationships with key building owners and operators, staff in the City of Chicago and the Mayor’s office, and other local partners as appropriate
• Recruit building owners to participate in EDF Climate Corps
• Manage EDF Climate Corps summer engagements in Chicago, including developing workplans, reviewing and vetting final results, and tracking implementation of fellow recommendations
• Champion energy efficiency project identification and implementation year-round for a subset of  influential buildings in Chicago
• Support the creation of a learning network for building managers and operators to boost participation in energy efficiency and demand response programs
• Support and track implementation of projects from all participating buildings
• Track and evaluate program results through surveys, project data analysis, and after-action reviews
• Communicate program results to internal and external stakeholders through meetings, reports, media and online outreach, conferences, presentations, and other methods;
• Work with EDF’s marketing and communications staff to promote EDF Climate Corps, including supporting media outreach and developing marketing materials

Qualifications:

• 2-4 years of professional experience and graduate degree in business, science, policy, economics or law in areas related to the environment and/or energy; bachelor’s degree with sufficient experience will also be considered;
• Demonstrated success in moving stakeholders to agreement and joint action on complex issues;
• Working knowledge of the business and policy implications of energy markets, building energy efficiency, demand response, and smart grid;
• Working knowledge of state policymaking, structure and political processes;
• Solid experience in project management;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, the ability to work with colleagues and partners of varied backgrounds and experience;
• Strong analytical skills, including graduate level financial analysis, and experience in analysis and documentation in support of highly visible work;
• Exceptional personal organization, attention to detail, and ability to multi-task;
• Results-oriented, self-starter with the ability to think strategically and work on fast-paced, dynamic issues. Ability to recognize and build on political opportunities for progress;
• Ability to work both independently and as a leader or member of teams in a dynamic and creative environment with colleagues and partners of varied background and experience.  Able to prioritize, be flexible, and respond quickly to changing opportunities;
• Willingness to travel (up to 20% of the time);
• Strong proficiency in the use of IBM PCs, the Microsoft Office suite of software (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint), database programs, and Salesforce.com;
• Sales experience a plus.

How to Apply:

Apply online here.

Be prepared for your next career move: Foresight Career Innovation Seminar.

Description:

The New Media Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating schedules, costs and deliverables for major Grainger Digital Initiative projects, with a particular emphasis on the development of mobile apps. They will function as the primary point of contact for all internal stakeholders and external vendors and will be responsible for ensuring that projects are completed on time and on budget. The New Media Project Manager will work in close collaboration with the Grainger Committee to identify projects and define scope, functionality requirements and deliverables.

Responsibilities:

This individual will coordinate, develop and implement education based presentations, current news demonstrations, activities, events and guest experiences. Could include, but is not limited to visitor, community, and school audiences:

• Research, develop and implement floor development presentations and curricula in accordance with the Education and Guest Experiences Division.
• Review existing content material, strategies, and research/evaluation to make recommendations and implement approved modifications.
• Continually monitor floor development activity or event for quality assurance and relevance to applicable state and national education standards.
• Partner and collaborate with staff, volunteers, and guest experiences team to determine program methodology.
• Facilitate meetings with staff, volunteers, and guest experiences team.
• Train staff, volunteers and interns on program content, interpretative strategies and best practices.
• Develop and maintain detailed program development and implementation project plans.
• Coordinate with all necessary museum divisions to develop facilitated experiences.
• Coordinate programs and interview special guests.
• Communicate and collaborate with internal staff and external partners regarding program logistics.  Act as liaison with HR, Volunteer Office, Education and other MSI departments.
• Compile financial reports and maintain program budgets.
• Track and report program attendance.
• Maintain program documents, including photographs, anecdotal evidence and progress.
• Assist with other guest programs as assigned.

Description:

Put some real experience on your resume. The Chicago region’s premier transportation advocacy non-profit, Active Trans, seeks student interns interested in marketing, events or communication careers. Class credit and a small stipend may be available to qualified interns who can commit to 15+ hours per week. (While we will also consider applicants who are not currently in school, please note that the majority of the compensation we are capable of awarding is in the form of class credit.)

Responsibilities:

You will work with Active Trans’ Marketing and Communications department on all aspects of our Four Star Bike and Chow and other special events, including drafting marketing communications, assisting with sponsorship sales, permitting, vendor management, volunteer coordination, media outreach and management, coordinating street team outreach, and day-of-event logistics. We will challenge you with a fast-paced, quick-turnaround experience on a hard-working team.

Qualifications:

Candidates should possess excellent time-management and organizational skills. Interest in non-profit work and helping people choose to bike, walk and take transit more frequently is a plus. Knowledge of Microsoft Office is required and familiarity with Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Photoshop or PowerPoint is helpful.

This internship will take place at our office in downtown Chicago from mid-June through early September 2013. We are seeking 1-2 interns. If you are interested/ available to start your internship earlier than mid-June, please make note of it in your cover letter. End date is less negotiable.

How to Apply: 

Submit resume and cover letter to katie@activetrans.org. Please put “Event Marketing Internship” in the subject line. No faxes or phone calls please.

Description:

The Lincoln Park Conservancy seeks a part-time Program Intern to help promote and take reservations for our summer tours, wildflower walks, and docent tours at the Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool, North Pond Nature Sanctuary, and Lincoln Park Conservatory and Gardens. Program Intern will also book wedding ceremonies and perform receptionist duties such as answering phones and public inquiries, taking messages, filing and general correspondence. The ideal candidate would be an organized, out-going individual with a pleasant and professional phone manner with prior office and program experience.

Qualifications:

The position requires a customer service-oriented attitude, strong interpersonal skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, attention to detail, and a high degree of organization, record-keeping, and follow-up skills. Excellent Microsoft Office skills required. Must be dependable and have a love of parks and nature. May be asked to assist with special projects and mailings and to assist with the supervision of outdoor wedding ceremonies from time to time.

How to Apply:

Please mail, fax or email your resume to:

Susan Fargo
Lincoln Park Conservancy
2000 N. Racine, Suite 2080, Chicago, IL 60614
Fax: (773)883-7278
Email: sfargo@lincolnparkconservancy.org