We are so grateful that you are interested in applying for our team! Shade Seekers focuses on mitigating the urban heat island effect by strategically planting trees and vegetation in urban areas. Our goal is to reduce reliance on air conditioning by creating natural shade and cooling through community-driven initiatives. We organize tree planting workshops and promote rooftop gardens to increase green spaces that absorb less heat and release water vapor through transpiration. Our innovative app and website will track and map all planting efforts, creating an Urban Forest Master Plan for Dallas County to optimize shade coverage and minimize heat retention. Through partnerships with businesses and nonprofits, we aim to educate and empower communities while advocating for sustainable urban development and environmental action.

🌳Eligibility

English-speaking students worldwide interested in promoting sustainable environmental practices
Skills needed:

• Communication
• Leadership
• Organization
• Collaboration
• Determination

🌳Perks

• Gain Valuable Experience: Work in a dynamic, student-led non-profit and contribute directly to impactful projects that make a difference in the fight against urban heat islands.
• Enhance Your Resume/LinkedIn: Stand out to future employers and universities by showcasing your involvement with an innovative, mission-driven organization focused on sustainability.
• Earn Volunteer Hours & Recognition: Receive certificates and signatures for volunteer hours, which you can use for community service requirements, or other opportunities.
• Build Your Network: Connect with passionate, like-minded students, professionals, and environmental advocates. Expand your personal and professional network while collaborating with a diverse team.
• Develop a Wide Range of Skills: From graphic design and communication to teamwork and project management, these internships provide hands-on experience that will help you grow both personally and professionally.
• Be Published: Have your work featured in the Shade Seekers Magazine, and/or social media channels. Gain visibility and showcase your hard work.
• Access Exclusive Opportunities: Get the chance to participate in workshops, events, and webinars that will boost your knowledge of sustainability, skill development, and nonprofit work.
• Letter of Recommendation: Outstanding interns will receive personalized letters of recommendation to support future educational or professional endeavors.

🌳Positions Open

Graphic Design Intern

🍃Role: Design pages for the 4 quarterly issues of The Shade Seekers Magazine

• Design Pages for Seasonal Issues: Create visually engaging layouts for four seasonal issues of The Shade Seekers Magazine, reflecting the theme of each issue.
• Design Presentation Slides for Webinars: Create visually appealing presentation slides for Shade Seekers’ webinars, ensuring they align with the overall brand and mission.
• Maintain Visual Consistency: Ensure each issue aligns with Shade Seekers’ environmental mission, maintaining a consistent design across all pages.
• Collaborate on Revisions: Work with the executive team to incorporate feedback and refine designs, ensuring high-quality and polished magazine pages.
• Manage Deadlines: Organize work to meet deadlines, ensuring each seasonal issue is delivered on time for publication.
• How to apply: Submit a portfolio showcasing your graphic design skills

Social Media Intern

🍃Role: Grow Shade Seekers’ social media presence across various platforms

• Create Content: Develop engaging posts, stories, and reels for Shade Seekers’ social media accounts, reflecting the organization’s mission and upcoming events.
• Promote Campaigns and Events: Use social media to highlight upcoming webinars, tree planting workshops, and community initiatives, encouraging participation and engagement.
• Maintain Brand Consistency: Ensure all content aligns with Shade Seekers’ brand identity and environmental goals, maintaining a consistent tone and style.
• Collaborate on Strategy: Work with the team to brainstorm and implement new social media trends to maximize outreach.
• How to apply: Submit samples of social media posts and reels, showcasing content creation skills

🌳Rules and Regulations

General Rules:

• Be ready to commit at least 5 hours weekly
• Removal: More than one month of non-responsiveness and/or more than three late progress checks
  We understand if there is an emergency, but excuses will not be accepted repeatedly
• Effective communication 
  Respond to messages from co-founders as soon as possible (within 24 hours!)
• Notify a co-founder before leave
• Promote Shade Seekers content on social media (ex: Instagram stories/LinkedIn reposts) at least 3 times leading up to webinars, promotions, or other events
• If you plan to go on a leave of study or leave the organization, let us know 2 weeks before and still complete the tasks already assigned