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The Jane Goodall Institute of Canada (JGI) and the University of Toronto’s Centre for Environment have entered into a research and teaching partnership, with JGI’s national office now located at the University of Toronto.

The partnership involves collaborations on teaching and research, sharing of information on JGI’s conservation programs in Africa, and opportunities for U of T students to contribute to JGI’s programs around the world.

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The three following internships positions are available for University of Toronto students ONLY. Before applying, please ensure you meet the required criteria for the Work-Study Program by visiting the University of Toronto Career Centre.

Roots & Shoots First Nations Intern - Toronto

Position Description:

JGI supports wildlife research, education and conservation in Africa. The Institute’s youth network—Roots & Shoots—provides resources, training and support to empower Canadian youth to take action on local and global issues.

JGI is seeking a student to support its recently launched First Nations initiative. Through a partnership with the Assembly of First Nations, we will be rolling out Roots & Shoots across First Nations (FN) communities in Canada. The intern will help conduct the groundwork to get this initiative underway.

Responsibilities:

Conduct research on existing community projects and organizations in FN communities
Assist with outreach activities to FN communities where there is no Roots & Shoots presence
Assist in communicating with FN representatives where Roots & Shoots already exists
Assist in identifying priority needs for FN community projects
Assist in developing leadership capacity in FN communities to engage in environmental activities
Work with Roots & Shoots staff to help implement community programming

Qualifications:

Excellent research and analytical skills
Excellent communications and interpersonal skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills

Knowledge of Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and Internet
Capable of working independently and as a team member

An interest in the goals and principles of the Jane Goodall Institute
Experience in aboriginal youth engagement considered a strong asset

How to apply:

Visit the University of Toronto Career Center. NOC Code(s): ART-512, SOC-416

Roots & Shoots Outreach Intern - Toronto

Position Description:

JGI is seeking a student to support outreach initiatives for Roots & Shoots. The student will work independently to research, develop and deliver educational presentations on a variety of topics to a range of audiences (primarily students and teachers). Presentation topics could include themes such as: endangered species, water conservation, forest management and youth engagement.

Responsibilities:

Identify, evaluate and refine existing outreach materials
Conduct research on relevant topics related to the Institute’s mission and campaign themes
Develop outreach materials customized for different age groups and presentation formats
Deliver presentations to primary and secondary schools and community groups

Qualifications:

Excellent research and analytical skills
Excellent communications and interpersonal skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills

Knowledge of Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and Internet
Capable of working independently and as a team member

An interest in the goals and principles of the Jane Goodall Institute
Experience in youth outreach considered a strong asset

How to apply:

Visit the University of Toronto Career Center. NOC Code(s): ART-512, SOC-416

Advocacy Intern - Toronto

JGI supports wildlife research, education and conservation in Africa, and is committed to advocacy and youth engagement in Canada.

Position Description

JGI is seeking a student to support JGI’s advocacy efforts around the use of chimpanzees in the entertainment industry. The student will work independently to research companies who employ chimpanzees; draft letters on behalf of JGI to offending companies; develop information tools and deliver presentations to youth groups.

Responsibilities:

Conduct research on the use of chimpanzees in the entertainment industry in general
Research Canadian companies involved in using chimpanzees and other exotic animals in their advertising
Draft letters to send to companies involved
Reach out to other organizations involved in animal protection
Create materials such as fact sheets, information kits and content for web
Develop a presentation customized for different age groups and presentation formats
Deliver presentations to Roots & Shoots groups (JGI’s youth engagement program) on the topic of chimpanzees in entertainment

Qualifications:

Excellent research and analytical skills
Excellent writing, communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills

Knowledge of Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and Internet
Capable of working independently and as a team member

An interest in the goals and principles of the Jane Goodall Institute

How to apply:

Visit the University of Toronto Career Center. NOC Code(s): ART-512, SOC-416

For future opportunities, please send your resume and cover letter to info@janegoodall.ca or by mail to PO Box 309, Station P, Toronto ON M5S 2S8.