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Graduate Research Internship in Environmental Sciences

Greater New Orleans, Inc. (GNO, Inc.)

Posted 04/01/21

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1100 Poydras Street, Suite 3475, New Orleans, LA 70163

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Environmental Management
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Job Description


GNO, Inc., the regional economic development organization for Southeast Louisiana, is hiring a research intern to assist with the organization’s coastal research efforts.

Interested candidates are asked to apply on WorkNOLA by April 23 at 5:00 pm. Please submit a resume, one-page cover letter, and a sample of relevant past work.


Duties & Responsibilities:                                                                                    

The Graduate Research Intern will work closely withGNO, Inc.’s Research Manager and other GNO, Inc. staff to:

  • Identify areas of opportunity for research and development in Louisiana within the oceanography, maritime, and coastal sectors with an emphasis on salt water opportunities
  • Research coastal restoration funding mechanisms, including, but not limited to Social Impact Bonds, to help identify best practices as it relates to financing projects related to Louisiana’s Coastal Master Plan
  • Conduct research for GNO, Inc.’s Coalition for Sustainable Flood Insurance to ensure that flood insurance continues to stay both affordable and sustainable
  • Participate in regular check-in calls

Knowledge and Abilities:

  • Interest and knowledge in Louisiana maritime sector and coastal activities, with an emphasis on salt water
  • Accurate and thorough research capabilities with ability to develop clear and cogent briefs
  • Ability to manage time effectively
  • Proficient in MS Office suite, Internet research tools, and government databases

 

Education/Experience: The ideal intern will be a PhD student working toward a PhD in Environmental Sciences, Oceanography, Coastal Studies or a related field. Candidates pursing a Master’s degree with a strong background will be considered.

Compensation: This is a paid internship, competitive hourly wage or stipend.

Work Schedule:  Internship may be remote, though intern is expected to interface with members of the GNO, Inc. staff during normal business hours (Monday through Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm). Hours will be agreed upon between GNO, Inc. and the intern, taking into account their class schedule and any other employment commitments.

Timeline: Internship will begin when mutually agreed upon (around late Spring/early Summer 2021). All duties will end September 2021. 

Supervision: The intern will report to GNO, Inc. Research Manager, Harrison Crabtree.


About GNO, Inc.: Greater New Orleans, Inc. (GNO, Inc.) is the regional economic development organization serving the 10-parish region of Southeast Louisiana that includes Jefferson, Orleans, Plaquemines, St. Bernard, St. Charles, St. James, St. John, St. Tammany, Tangipahoa, and Washington parishes. Our mission is to create a Greater New Orleans with a thriving economy, and an excellent quality of life, for everyone.

Skills

  • Academic Research

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About Greater New Orleans, Inc. (GNO, Inc.)

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About Us

GNO, Inc. is the regional economic development organization for Southeast Louisiana. GNO, Inc.'s mission is to create a Greater New Orleans with a thriving economy and an excellent quality of life, for everyone.


To achieve this goal, GNO, Inc. pursues a two-pronged strategy:

  • Business Development – Attract, retain, and develop the businesses that will employ our future workforce and drive our economy forward
  • Business Environment – Propose, promote, and facilitate policies and programs that improve the overall conditions under which businesses operate

GNO, Inc. works together with the business community; local, state, and federal governments; and other regional stakeholders to coordinate, consolidate, and catalyze action on key issues and opportunities that maximize job and wealth creation and retention, are relevant to the region as a whole, and create systematic impact.


From workforce development and fiscal reform to coastal stabilization and criminal justice reform, when we pool our efforts toward mutually beneficial outcomes, we can produce a whole that is greater than the sum of its parts.

GNO, Inc.’s success is dependent upon three core values:


  1. GNO, Inc. builds and nurtures meaningful RELATIONSHIPS with other economic development groups, businesses, and others around the state to maximize value for all across the region.
  2. GNO, Inc. prioritizes RELEVANCE. We focus our efforts on initiatives that matter to the businesses of Southeastern Louisiana and their employees so that they may progress, achieve, and thrive in this region.
  3. GNO, Inc. is RESULTS-driven organization. We doggedly pursue outcomes, we do what we say we’re going to do, and we put wins on the board.