Description and Application
Primary responsibilities will include the following:
- Researching and tracking policy issues related to the mission of MUCC
- Attending Michigan legislative committee hearings and sessions at the State Capitol (Fall/Spring)
- Preparing legislative analysis documents for MUCC staff
- Attending Monthly Natural Resource Commission (NRC) Meetings
- Preparing NRC analysis and communication materials
- Writing news updates for MUCC’s Conservation Insider e-newsletter and MUCC.org news blog stories
- Assisting staff in the drafting of press releases and similar media announcements
- Assisting staff to plan and facilitate special membership and fundraising events (Spring/Summer)
- Clerical assistance
Applicants must possess excellent communication skills and an intermediate understanding of computers for word processing and web-based research. All academic majors may apply, however, applicants studying political science, journalism, fisheries & wildlife, forestry, communications, public relations, or any combination are encouraged to apply. While not required, applicants should have some working knowledge about hunting, fishing, trapping and/or general outdoor recreation.
Part-Time: This fellowship is on a part-time basis during the Spring academic semester (January-May). Continuation of the fellowship may continue past May on a mutually agreed basis. Fellows are expected to work at the Lansing office 10-20 hours per week on a set schedule, some evening or weekend work may be required. Fellows will be paid the Michigan state minimum wage. This position is part-time and not eligible for benefits.