American Chemical Society jobs in Washington, DC - 66 jobs

The Research and Innovation department works with business units across the Society to help make data-driven decisions, evaluate potential new offerings, help advance innovations to streamline processes, and translate insights into actionable strategies that support organizational goals. Position Summary: We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Business Analyst Intern to join our team. This internship offers hands-on experience in data analysis, business process improvement, and strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will support the Research team in gathering data, analyzing trends, and presenting actionable insights. Key Responsibilities: * Assist in collecting, cleaning, and analyzing data from various sources. * Support the development of reports and presentations for internal use. * Participate in stakeholder meetings to understand business needs and translate them into analytical tasks. * Help identify existing efforts that could be improved by leveraging data, automation, and other innovative methods. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams across the Society. Education Requirements: The ideal candidate will be a rising college senior or pursuing a Masters/PhD Business, Data Analytics, Information Systems, or a related field. Required Qualifications: * Currently pursuing a major Business, Data Analytics, Information Systems, or a related field. Pay Transparency: This role is based in our Washington, D.C. office. The following are the intended hourly rates for this part time/nonexempt role: Rising Junior-$24.00; Rising Senior-$25.00; Current Grad/PhD Student- $29.00. Any actual offer of employment, reflecting the total compensation package and benefits, will be made in the sole discretion of ACS. ACS reserves the right to amend or modify its employment benefits and compensation structure at any time. * This position will be primarily based in the Washington D.C. (or applicable) office. ACS employees work a hybrid work schedule, consisting of working onsite, two days per week. Schedule flexibility may be required for this role to support in-office activities. While always welcome to work in the office, employees may work the other three days of the week from a location of their choice. #LI-DNI

A leading conservation organization based in Washington, DC is seeking a Director of Conservation Areas. This role involves leading efforts in strengthening global area-based conservation initiatives, with a focus on Latin America. Candidates should have a Master's degree in a relevant field, four years of experience in conservation policy and advocacy, and fluency in Spanish. The position includes travel to Latin America, promoting collaborative conservation goals and engaging with local communities. #J-18808-Ljbffr

World Wildlife Fund (WWF), one of the world's leading conservation organizations, seeks an Executive Assistant, Oceans. The Executive Assistant, Oceans will provide confidential administrative and operational support to the SVP and senior leaders of the team. Using extensive knowledge of WWF's policies, organization, and a high level of technical skill, the Executive Assistant is responsible for coordinating administrative functions on behalf of the executive and leadership team. This position operates with considerable independent judgment and initiative, partnership with leadership, and contributes to the program's efficient and smooth functioning and the team's positive culture. Salary Range: $78,400 - $98,000 Please note: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Responsibilities 1) Executive and Administrative Support * Coordinates and maintains calendars for the SVP and senior leaders of the team, reconciling conflicts proactively. Coordinates all aspects of meetings, travel, training, and other events. * Prepares and collects meeting materials, itineraries, and briefs. Seeks to provide a comprehensive technical and logistical information suite to ensure the executive succeeds and meets objectives. * Plans domestic and international travel. Books travel and coordinates with travel agency and vendors. Prepares itineraries and detailed schedule. * Organizes and attends team meetings. Coordinates and communicates logistics for team staff. Drafts and distributes agenda, notes, and supporting materials to attendees promptly. * Answers complex inquiries requiring detailed knowledge of program procedures. Screens, routes, answers phone calls and responds to routine and non-routine requests with diplomacy and discretion. Attends internal and external meetings as a department representative and provides appropriate summaries and follow-up. * Monitors incoming emails and requests. Updates and manages Executive's contacts and to-do list, monitors deadlines, follows up on delegated tasks, and provides proactive reminders. * Tracks Executive's expenses and prepares expense reports in a timely manner and in accordance with WWF Finance guidelines. * Drafts letters, documents, and other materials for staff, inter-department meetings, and outside individuals. Proofreads and edits documents, reports, proposals, and presentations. Assists with the preparation of executive proposals and presentations. * Provides general administrative support, including notetaking, photocopying/scanning, collating and distributing materials, ordering publications, and purchasing office supplies. * Maintains filing and archiving systems (physical and digital), ensuring that up-to-date versions of documents such as strategic plans and presentations, individual objectives and work plans, job descriptions, and agreements are easily accessible. 2) Operations and Office Support * Works with SVP and Deputy to streamline administrative and operations functions across the team. * Maintains team organizational chart, distribution lists, annual leave schedules, and team calendar. * Coordinates logistics for team meetings and retreats with members of the team. * Coordinates all administrative and logistics aspects of Executive's responsibilities, including expense reports, payments, travel grants, and other agreements directed by the Executive. * Assists strategic engagement and communications staff in providing information and following up to promote the program. * Applies excellent organizational, research, communication, and planning skills in operations support as needed. * Performs special projects and other duties as assigned. 3) Planning and Program Operations Support * Works with Deputy, program operations, finance, and accounting staff to assist in preparing and monitoring annual work plans aligned with the annual budget and monthly expenses. * Coordinates with Deputy and Program Operations to align budget, expenses, and agreements to ensure an efficient accounting-programmatic workflow across the team. * Supports the team in drafting scopes of work, monitoring deliverables, and routing agreements and contracts for grantees, vendors, and consultants, together with program operations and accounting teams to ensure that deliverables are met, obligations are fulfilled, and invoices processed promptly. Key Competencies * Interpersonal and Communication Skills: Communicates effectively with other people, both internally among Oceans and WWF colleagues, and externally with organizational partners, research and academic partners, donors, and the public; adapts communication style to the appropriate audience and understands the value of different communication and behavioral styles; exercises discretion and maintains confidentiality. * Time Management and Attention to Detail: Proactively develops and adheres to well-structured work plans, prioritizing tasks under tight deadlines; ensures accuracy and consistency in materials, reports, and financial metrics to maintain high-quality outputs. * Reliability & Follow through: Delivers results with precision and consistency by tracking project progress, compiling reports, coordinating communications to schedule meetings and address requests promptly, and managing meeting notes to ensure alignment with organizational goals. * Independence and Initiative: Thinks proactively about how to advance the objectives of the SVP; pursues and manages works independently of external input when appropriate, while remaining in communication and coordination with the team; adapts to situations where making progress demands both independent and team-based strategies, and understands the strengths and weaknesses of both approaches * Adaptability: Excels at managing unforeseen changes and can swiftly adjust strategies to meet evolving priorities and deadlines. Maintains high efficiency and effectiveness through change. Thrives in varying circumstances and quickly learns new skills. Qualifications * Bachelor's degree or equivalent, with five (5+) or more years of progressively responsible administrative experience, including at least two (2) years supporting an executive office. * High degree of knowledge, competence, and application of executive and administrative competencies, including excellent organizational and analytical skills are required. * Ability to operate independently, take initiative, prioritize, meet deadlines, and demonstrate flexibility to support shifting SVP priorities, including but not limited to, adjusting on-site presence as needed, is required. * Demonstrated acumen for attention to detail, proactive problem-solving, and critical thinking is required. * Experience scheduling international meetings and travel, specifically with the nuances involved when scheduling across different time zones and responsibilities to the key people involved is required. * Must have a strong acumen with budgets, contracts, and the finance aspects of the role. * Ability to communicate effectively in person and writing. * Must have excellent proofreading, editing, and writing skills. * Honed interpersonal skills requiring courtesy, tact, and diplomacy necessary to effectively communicate with US and international staff, callers, and visitors are critical. * Must have advanced knowledge of MS Office 365 (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams), SharePoint, Zoom, and other similar programs. * Fluency in PC environments. * Experience using CRM databases a plus. * Committed to building and strengthening a culture of inclusion within and across teams. * Identifies and aligns with WWF's core values: * COURAGE - We demonstrate courage through our actions, we work for change where it's needed, and we inspire people and institutions to tackle the greatest threats to nature and the future of the planet, which is our home. * INTEGRITY - We live the principles we call on others to meet. We act with integrity, accountability, and transparency, and we rely on facts and science to guide us and to ensure that we learn and evolve. * RESPECT - We honor the voices and knowledge of people and communities that we serve, and we work to secure their rights to a sustainable future. * COLLABORATION - We deliver impact at the scale of the challenges we face through the power of collective action and innovation. To Apply: * Submit cover letter and resume through our Careers Page, Requisition #26036 * Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to inquiries via phone World Wildlife Fund (WWF) promotes equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

Overview World Wildlife Fund (WWF), one of the world's leading conservation organizations, seeks a Outgoing Agreements & Financial Associate Specialist. The Outgoing Agreement & Financial Associate Specialist administers outgoing agreements (subgrants, consulting agreements, and other contracts) from issuance through close-out for assigned programs. Responsibilities include drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and processing agreements; ensuring compliance with donor requirements, WWF policies, and audit standards; and maintaining accurate records in WWF systems (SmartSimple, Workday). The coordinator provides guidance to program staff and grantees, serving as a subject matter expert on agreement procedures. The role also supports financial management by reviewing subgrantee financial reports and budget vs. actuals, processing journal entries and reclasses in Workday, ensuring accurate and timely payments, and identifying and resolving reporting discrepancies. Salary Range: $58,200-$87,200 Please note: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Responsibilities Grants and Contracts Administration * Drafts outgoing agreements (subgrants, consulting agreements, travel support agreements), incorporating scopes of work, budgets, monitoring requirements, and donor provisions. * Reviews and edits scopes of work and budget documents, collaborating with program staff and Program Administrators as needed. * Assesses agreement conditionality and serves as a resource on related questions. * Facilitates and monitors the review and approval process for new agreements and amendments. * Coordinates with Legal, program staff, Program Administrators, and other internal and external stakeholders during agreement negotiations. * Secures authorized signatures, distributes final documents, and tracks set-up for initial payments. * Maintains complete and accurate agreement records in SmartSimple and Workday in accordance with WWF policies and audit standards. * Troubleshoots issues related to agreement and supplier integration and payment processing. * Processes agreement payments in a timely manner, liaising with accounting and program teams to resolve questions. * Monitors and clears advances, and records expenses for conditional grants, consultants, and travel advances. * Monitors compliance with deliverable requirements and follows up on outstanding submissions. * Ensures financial and project reports are acknowledged and routed for timely review; may provide overviews for completeness. * Drafts and processes amendments for grants and consultancies as needed. * Closes out agreements in accordance with WWF policies, coordinating with Program Administrators and Technical Officers. * Provides guidance and support on outgoing agreement procedures and systems (SmartSimple and Workday); serves as a subject matter expert for internal partners. * Ensures real-time visibility of processing status in grant management systems. * Ensures all programmatic and financial documents related to outgoing agreements are properly filed and accessible for audit purposes. * Builds relationships across teams and communicates effectively with internal and external partners. * Works in close coordination with the Manager, Outgoing Agreements, receiving guidance and support to ensure consistency in processes and alignment with unit priorities. Financial Operations * Assists with financial and operational analyses, including and running/reviewing budget vs. actuals reports. * Reviews subgrantee financial reports. * Processes journal entries and reclasses in Workday in accordance with accounting policies. * Ensures timely and accurate processing of agreement payments. * Runs out-of-balance reports and resolves discrepancies. * Reviews the WWF Payroll Journal Hours Accounting report and makes necessary adjustments for any Effort Certification holding account hours. * Reviews the WWF Payroll Journal Hours Accounting report and makes necessary adjustments for any Effort Certification holding account hours. * Other duties as assigned. Key Competencies * Attention to Detail & Accuracy: Ensures completeness and correctness in agreements, financial transactions, and compliance. * Communication: Communicates clearly and concisely with internal stakeholders and external partners. * Organization & Multitasking: Efficiently manages multiple deadlines and priorities. * Collaboration & Teamwork: Works effectively across departments to achieve shared goals. * Analytical Skills: Reviews materials, identifies trends, and recommends improvements. * Independence & Discretion: Exercises sound judgment and autonomy in managing agreements and finances. * Customer Service Orientation: Supports staff and partners while ensuring compliance. * Adaptability & Prioritization: Manages competing deadlines and high-volume periods effectively. Qualifications * Bachelor's degree and two to four years of relevant experience in grants, contracts, public administration, or project/financial management. * Working knowledge of the grants management cycle and basic grant accounting principles is desired. * Strong organizational, analytical, and quantitative skills; ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects under time constraints. * Excellent attention to detail and ability to produce high-quality, accurate work on time. * Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate across teams and with internal and external partners. * Customer service orientation, problem-solving skills, and ability to work independently or as part of a team. * Proficiency in word processing, databases, and spreadsheets (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access); familiarity with grants management and accounting systems (e.g., SmartSimple, Workday) is highly desirable. * Ability to operate with independence, discretion, and sound judgment. * Commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion within and across teams. * Identifies and aligns with WWF's core values: * COURAGE - We demonstrate courage through our actions, we work for change where it's needed, and we inspire people and institutions to tackle the greatest threats to nature and the future of the planet, which is our home. * INTEGRITY - We live the principles we call on others to meet. We act with integrity, accountability, and transparency, and we rely on facts and science to guide us and to ensure that we learn and evolve. * RESPECT - We honor the voices and knowledge of people and communities that we serve, and we work to secure their rights to a sustainable future. * COLLABORATION - We deliver impact at the scale of the challenges we face through the power of collective action and innovation. To Apply: * Submit cover letter and resume through our Careers Page, Requisition #26032 * Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to inquiries via phone World Wildlife Fund (WWF) promotes equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

World Wildlife Fund (WWF), one of the world's leading conservation organizations, seeks a Senior Program Officer, Blue Finance (SPO). The Senior Program Officer, Blue Finance (SPO) will divide their time between leading WWF-US's engagement in a forthcoming externally funded initiative in the Western Pacific focused on building a pipeline of reef-positive enterprises and contributing to WWF-US's broader Blended and Innovative Finance portfolio. The SPO will serve as a lead liaison with key internal and external partners, ensuring strong collaboration and alignment. The role provides leadership in managing complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives, ensuring WWF-US meets fiduciary and compliance responsibilities while advancing innovative approaches to mobilize capital for conservation impact. Salary Range: $84,800 - 106,000 Please note: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Responsibilities Coral Reef Resilience Project in the Western Pacific: * Lead WWF-US project management for a forthcoming externally funded initiative in the Western Pacific focused on building a pipeline of reef-positive enterprises, serving as the main point of contact and ensuring effective coordination with key internal and external partners for smooth and effective implementation. * Ensure WWF-US fulfills all fiduciary, reporting, and compliance obligations to the donor, including oversight of financial and programmatic reporting, budget management, and donor communications. * Coordinate closely with other WWF-US project colleagues to leverage technical, operational, and financial support for effective project delivery. * Provide strategic guidance and problem-solving to address implementation challenges, working with field teams and partners to maintain high standards of conservation and community outcomes. * Represent WWF-US in external forums and donor engagements related to the project, fostering collaboration and promotion innovative finance approaches. Blended and Innovative Finance Portfolio: * Support the overall Blended and Innovative Finance portfolio by leading or contributing to the design, development, and implementation of new and existing blended and innovative finance initiatives. * Support pipeline development by identifying opportunities and helping shape projects that leverage capital for conservation impact. * Collaborate across WWF-US teams, WWF country offices and the WWF global network to advance blended and innovative finance objectives. * Perform other duties as assigned. Key Competencies * Technical Proficiency in Blended and Innovative Finance: Demonstrates deep understanding of blended finance structures, innovative financing mechanisms, and sustainable finance instruments relevant to marine conservation. Applies technical expertise to design, implement, and adapt finance solutions that support conservation and community-based outcomes. * Complex Project Leadership: Leads and manages complex, multi-partner projects with multiple donors, implementing entities, and stakeholders. Ensures smooth coordination across diverse teams, anticipates risks, and resolves challenges to achieve high-quality results on time and within budget. * Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Effectively conveys information to internal and external audiences through clear and concise oral, written, and interpersonal communication. Works cooperatively with others to achieve mutual understanding, demonstrating empathy, actively listening, and contributing to a collaborative work environment. * Relationship Management and Collaboration: Establishes and maintains productive relationships with individuals both within and outside the organization, including donors, partners, NGOs, and community-based stakeholders. Understands and addresses the needs and concerns of others, fosters trust, and promotes collaboration to achieve shared goals. Qualifications * Master's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Sustainable Development, Environmental Management, or a related field. * At least 5 years of demonstrated experience in blended and innovative conservation finance, preferably in marine conservation. * Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively and deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines. * Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within a matrixed team environment. * Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex financial and conservation concepts to diverse audiences. * Experience collaborating with international partners, governments, NGOs, and/or community-based organizations preferred. * Committed to building and strengthening a culture of inclusion within and across teams. * Identifies and aligns with WWF's core values: * COURAGE - We demonstrate courage through our actions, we work for change where it's needed, and we inspire people and institutions to tackle the greatest threats to nature and the future of the planet, which is our home. * INTEGRITY - We live the principles we call on others to meet. We act with integrity, accountability and transparency, and we rely on facts and science to guide us and to ensure that we learn and evolve. * RESPECT - We honor the voices and knowledge of people and communities that we serve, and we work to secure their rights to a sustainable future. * COLLABORATION - We deliver impact at the scale of the challenges we face through the power of collective action and innovation. To Apply: * Submit cover letter and resume through our Careers Page, Requisition #26028 * Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to inquiries via phone World Wildlife Fund (WWF) promotes equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

Overview World Wildlife Fund (WWF), one of the world's leading conservation organizations, seeks a Manager, Renewable Energy Policy. The Manager directs WWF efforts to develop and execute policy priorities and to advance the nascent renewable thermal energy market and accelerate industrial decarbonization in the US and beyond. The manager is WWF's policy lead for the Renewable Thermal Collaborative (RTC), the leading coalition of industrial, commercial, and institutional energy users working to accelerate their use of renewable thermal and electrification solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, grow the economy, and create good jobs. The manager leads WWF's RTC policy work and represents WWF on the RTC policy team to advance the solutions needed to transition thermal energy use to a net-zero pathway. Working in coordination with the Policy and Government Affairs team, the manager will bring WWF and RTC policy recommendations and the voices and expertise of industrial thermal energy users and solution providers to federal, state, and local policymakers with the goal of creating innovative, nonpartisan, durable policy solutions. Salary Range: $100,900 - $145,100 Please note: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. * This position is a 1-year assignment ~ with HIGH possibility for continued extensions* Travel up to ~15% Responsibilities * Leads WWF's day-to-day engagement with the RTC on its policy priorities. * Researches and identifies potential and emerging state and federal climate and energy policy opportunities with a primary focus on thermal energy and industrial decarbonization. These will be informed and developed through close engagement with companies and other NGOs as well as with state and federal policymakers, working in coordination with the WWF Policy and Government Affairs team. * Stays current on developments relevant to RTC's policy agenda, including tracking state and federal legislative proposals, attending relevant legislative hearings, and following and commenting on federal and state administrative and regulatory processes. * Leads the development of policy materials on RTC priorities for WWF, including policy briefs, one-pagers, public comments, legislative recommendations and testimonies, etc. * Keeps abreast of other developments in renewable thermal energy, such as key corporate actions and communications, and activities by NGOs and other stakeholders. * Establishes and maintains relationships with representatives of institutions, companies, and other key external stakeholders. * Works in coordination with the Policy and Government Affairs team to establish, maintain and leverage WWF's relationships with key state and federal government stakeholders in support of RTC priorities, including in Congress, the Administration, and federal and state agencies. * Helps organize and lead policymaker education and advocacy activities, such as briefings and other events for congress, federal agencies, state legislatures and regulatory officials, and utility commissions related to RTC policy priorities. Works with RTC staff to mobilize companies in support of RTC policy priorities, including participation in policymaker education and advocacy activities. * Organizes and leads policy-related training and workshops for companies and develops knowledge products and other programs updates. * Acts as an expert spokesperson for WWF on RTC policy priorities as needed. * Leads development of WWF-US strategies, work plans, and budgets for policy-related work in the RTC. * Manages the development and implementation of fundraising strategies, identifies funding opportunities, cultivates donors, and, in cooperation with the Development Team at WWF-US, prepares funding proposals and reports to donors. * Performs other duties as assigned. Key Competencies: * Adaptability: The ability to remain flexible and effective in response to changing environments, shifting priorities, or unforeseen challenges, while maintaining productivity and composure. * Communication: Clearly and effectively conveys information through verbal, written, and non-verbal means, actively listens, tailors messaging to the audience, and ensures mutual understanding across contexts and cultures. * Stakeholder Engagement: Builds, maintains, and leverages relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support collaboration, influence outcomes, and align around shared goals and initiatives. * Intellectual Curiosity: Demonstrates a strong desire to learn, explore new ideas, question assumptions, and seek deeper understanding to enhance decision-making and drive innovation. Qualifications * Minimum of 6-8+ years of collective professional experience with policy (Federal and/or State) AND Renewable Energy/Carbon Industry required: * Desired State Policy exp: leading campaigns, partnerships, and various types of engagement (lobbying, energy policy, utilities, etc.,), working with coalitions * Proven policy expertise in clean energy issues, particularly related to industrial decarbonization; * Track record working on renewable energy (thermal and electricity), corporate climate strategy, sustainable supply chain management, and energy economics. * State or federal legislative or policy experience strongly preferred. * Experience working in a coalition organization is an added asset. * Excellent organizational and project management skills. * Excellent research and writing skills. * Ability to operate with independence, under pressure, to meet deadlines and commitments. * Ability to work easily with and communicate effectively with persons from a variety of backgrounds and representing a variety of stakeholder groups is essential. * Ability to work on initiatives with multiple and competing priorities. * Team player and good interpersonal skills. * Committed to building and strengthening a culture of inclusion within and across teams. * COURAGE - We demonstrate courage through our actions, we work for change where it's needed, and we inspire people and institutions to tackle the greatest threats to nature and the future of the planet, which is our home. * INTEGRITY - We live the principles we call on others to meet. We act with integrity, accountability and transparency, and we rely on facts and science to guide us and to ensure that we learn and evolve. * RESPECT - We honor the voices and knowledge of people and communities that we serve, and we work to secure their rights to a sustainable future. * COLLABORATION - We deliver impact at the scale of the challenges we face through the power of collective action and innovation.Identifies and aligns with WWF's core values: Courage, Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration: To Apply: * Submit cover letter and resume through our Careers Page, Requisition #26017 * Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to inquiries via phone World Wildlife Fund (WWF) promotes equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

HOW YOU'LL MAKE AN IMPACT As a Senior Fellow, Residential Market Transformation you'll have the opportunity to accelerate market transformation in the residential sector-single-family, multifamily (incl. affordable and mixed-income), and deep retrofit programs. The Fellow will shape and activate a holistic impact strategy that leverages USGBC's products, policy voice, convening power, standard setting, educational platform, and thought leadership to enable faster, greener, and more affordable housing delivery that helps meet supply needs while advancing leading sustainability, health, and resilience standards. The Fellow will operate as a senior, cross-functional strategist and external champion, translating market needs into actionable initiatives, partnerships, and measurable outcomes. Core objectives include cutting time and cost to deliver high-performance, affordable homes while improving outcomes in energy, carbon, resilience, health, and equity; scaling adoption of LEED and complementary residential standards; and mobilizing coalitions across developers, public sector, finance, utilities, manufacturers, and community partners. Key Responsibilities Strategy Develop a residential impact strategy and theory of change that identifies highest-leverage interventions across organization's spheres of influence including, standard setting, advocacy, product development, membership activation, education, convening, and research. Deliverable: 36-Month Residential Impact Strategy & Theory of Change document with prioritized interventions across USGBC functions. Research and articulate pathways for residential construction and renovations that combine speed, scale cost-effectiveness, and performance (e.g., energy efficiency, low carbon, resiliency, health, etc.). Deliverable: Market Pathways Report outlining scalable, cost-effective models for sustainable residential construction and renovation. Identify and analyze new priority residential markets where USGBC could drive market transformation through our products. Deliverable: Residential Market Opportunity Analysis identifying 3-5 priority geographies or market segments for USGBC engagement. Define clear KPIs and an impact measurement framework covering units influenced, cost effectiveness, and sustainability performance (e.g. energy/carbon, health, and resilience outcomes). Deliverable: Impact Measurement Framework with defined KPIs and tracking dashboard for market units influenced, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability outcomes. Products and Standards Recommend enhancements to USGBC's residential offerings (e.g., LEED Residential offerings) to improve value to customer, demonstrate market responsiveness, grow uptake, and increase impact. Propose pilot credits/alternatives for priority outcomes (industrialized construction, grid-interactive efficient buildings, electrification/heat pumps, embodied carbon, resilience, healthy materials) and alignment with key programs (e.g., ENERGY STAR, DOE Zero Energy Ready Home). Identify digital tools, data integrations, and templates that cut transaction costs for project teams and verifiers. Deliverable: Residential Portfolio Enhancement Plan with recommendations to strengthen LEED and related offerings for adoption and impact. Advance pipelines for deep energy retrofits in multifamily and single family in priority geographies. Deliverable: Retrofit Pipeline Development Plan for multifamily and single-family housing in priority markets. Policy and Advocacy Work with Advocacy and Policy team to produce a residential policy roadmap spanning local, state, and federal levers and identify priority policy opportunities to dedicate resources. Deliverable: Residential Policy Roadmap detailing strategic levers and priority policy opportunities across federal, state, and local levels. Partnerships Map ecosystem of efforts and organizations at the intersection of housing supply and sustainability and identify gaps where USGBC is well positioned to contribute. Deliverable: Residential Ecosystem Map & Gap Analysis highlighting key organizations, initiatives, and partnership opportunities. Identify and prioritize a list of key partners at the intersection of housing affordability, supply, and sustainability with whom to engage. Deliverable: Priority Partner List & Engagement Plan across affordability, supply, and sustainability sectors. Broker MOUs and joint deliverables with high-volume builders, portfolio owners, and public-sector partners in priority markets. Deliverables: Signed MOUs / Partnership Agreements including defined deliverables Thought Leadership and Communications Work with research team to synthesize and disseminate industry trends and market insights relevant to scaling affordable green homes. Deliverables: Semi-Annual Residential Market Insights Briefs synthesizing trends and research findings. Identify key areas of high impact research that USGBC should lead and/or partner with others to pursue including clear articulate of USGBC/GBCI role in driving residential market transformation. Deliverable: Research Agenda outlining 1-3 high-impact studies for USGBC leadership or collaboration. Shape programming and partner activations at key industry convenings, including Greenbuild and USGBC regional meetings. Represent USGBC in keynotes, panels, media, and strategic roundtables as a trusted, solutions-oriented voice. Deliverable: External Engagement Plan including speaking engagements, media placements, and roundtable participation to position USGBC as a sector leader. Assessment Notice Candidates who advance in the interview process will be required to complete an assessment, more details will be provided as the time approaches. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience 15+ years in the residential high-performance space, including development, housing finance, building programs, or market transformation. Demonstrated delivery of high-performance or affordable housing at scale. Expertise with residential green standards (LEED Residential, ENERGY STAR, DOE ZERH, etc.) and modern energy codes. Policy fluency across local/state housing policy, permitting, incentives, and finance mechanisms. Strong coalition-building and stakeholder facilitation experience. Quantitative capability and strong communication skills. Commitment to equity, health, and community-centered approaches; willingness to travel. Industrialized construction, modular/manufactured housing, embodied carbon (preferred). Mobilizing philanthropy and public-private partnerships (preferred). Education Advanced degree in real estate, urban planning, architecture/engineering, public policy, or related field. Skills/Technology Familiarity with data tools and digital workflows for certification and compliance. Strong quantitative analysis capabilities. Excellent communication and facilitation. ABOUT OUR TOTAL REWARDS PACKAGE Salary Final compensation and benefits will be confirmed at the time of offer and may vary based on factors such as internal equity, relevant experience, qualifications, and employment status. Please note that salary negotiations will not extend beyond the top of the internal salary range. Benefits We offer you: All-expense paid travel, lodging, meal stipend, and conference fees for selected events. Collaboration with leading professionals and exposure to senior-level networks. Opportunities to mentor next-generation leaders. USGBC email account, business cards, and access to Education Platform. High organizational visibility: Monthly check-ins with Chief Product Officer and quarterly check-ins with President and CEO LOGISTICS Location: This position is remote in the U.S. or hybrid if you reside near our Washington, D.C. Headquarters. Work Schedule: Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM in the candidate's time zone. This is a 1-year contract Travel: 10% Contract Status: This position is a one-year contract engagement and not a full-time employee role. The selected individual will join USGBC as a contractor/consultant and will be required to sign a consulting agreement prior to starting. The agreement will outline scope, deliverables, compensation terms, confidentiality, data protection, intellectual property requirements, and any additional compliance obligations. Contract roles are not eligible for USGBC employee benefits unless explicitly stated in the agreement. EEO STATEMENT The U.S. Green Building Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. ABOUT US U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is a mission-driven nonprofit dedicated to accelerating and scaling the transformation of the built environment. Through LEED-the world's most widely used green building rating system- and initiatives likes Greenbuild, the Center for Green Schools and advocacy, USGBC empowers professionals to drive market transformation that advances human and environmental health, climate resilience, and equity. Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI) is the world's leading sustainability and health certification and credentialing body, independently recognizing excellence in performance. GBCI administers project certifications and professional credentials and certificates including LEED, WELL, EDGE, PEER, PERFORM, SITES, TRUE Zero Waste, and IREE. We are proud to be globally recognized for our leadership in green building, environmental performance, and sustainable development. Our Global Impact Over 120,000 LEED-certified commercial projects worldwide Millions of square feet of certified healthy, efficient, low-carbon space Recognition in 180+ countries for innovation in green building and business practices Why Join Us? At USGBC and GBCI, you'll work alongside passionate, mission-aligned professionals who care deeply about people, the planet, and progress. We offer: A purpose-driven, inclusive culture Opportunities to grow your career and take ownership of meaningful work A chance to make a measurable impact on global sustainability efforts We're seeking team members who thrive in collaborative environments, are committed to excellence, and want to build lasting partnerships that drive change in the built environment. Meet Our Leaders and Learn More about our Mission: U.S. Green Building Council Leaders Green Business Certification Inc Leaders Culture and Values Statement Working together, each of us advances our mission by respecting all voices, trusting and supporting one another, excelling through collaboration and accountability, and continuously improving ourselves and our organization.

The Program Coordinator, Expos & Sponsorships reports to the Manager, Expos & Sponsorships and is responsible for assisting with Expo and sponsorship sales and fulfillment, logistics management, technology and value-added exhibitor and sponsor programs. This position requires knowledge of the trade show industry and a passion for customer service. The incumbent must demonstrate knowledge and skills related to programs, procedures, and activities associated with implementing large organizational meetings, especially convention center logistics. Position Accountabilities * Coordinate timelines and project management for expo operations and sponsorship fulfilment. Monitor key deadlines and ensure compliance with event policies and procedures. * Coordinate expo projects, events, or activations as assigned and coordinate logistics and support onsite execution. * Coordinate timelines and updates to the expo management system and sponsorship prospectus and other documents and website. * Tracks KPIs, deliverables, and fulfillment for exhibitor and sponsor packages. * Manage customer service and communications with exhibitors, sponsors, vendors, and internal teams. * Research new initiatives, tools, and best practices to improve the exhibitor and sponsor experience. * Maintain accurate reports, and update systems related to booth sales, sponsorship sales, exhibitor services, logistics, and project management. * Contribute to post-event reporting, reconciliation, SOPs, and process improvement initiatives. * Assist the expo and sponsorship unit with coordination of organizational tasks. * Perform other duties as assigned by management Education/Experience/Technological Knowledge * Education: Bachelor's Degree (required). * Certification: CMM, CMP, or other industry certification preferred. * Experience: 4+ years of experience in tradeshow and sponsorship operations, and marketing background desired. Experience in an association environment is also a plus. * Technical Proficiency: Proficient in the use of A2Z, eShow, Asana, Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Word, Smartsheet, and Excel). * Skills: Exceptional communication skills, including grammar, spelling, editing, proofreading and generating original content, and organizational skills. Superior organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Detail-oriented with strong time management and project tracking skills. Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff, volunteers, members, and vendors. Critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills. * Attributes: An Initiative-taker with strong work ethic. Approaches responsibilities with a sense of ownership, consistently following through on tasks with diligence and accountability. Maintains a high standard of quality in work and reliably meets deadlines in a fast-paced environment. * Ability to work nights and weekends during events. Ability to move about to accomplish tasks for extended periods during events and lift 25 lbs. during events. * Approximately 15% travel This role is based in our Washington, DC office. ACS employees work a hybrid schedule, consisting of working onsite two days per work week, as decided by functional area. The balance of the week is open to working remotely, though employees are always welcome onsite each day if they choose. A reasonable rate of compensation for this position is between $70,000-$75,000 per year. Any actual offer of employment, reflecting the total compensation package and benefits, will be made in the sole discretion of ACS. ACS reserves the right to amend or modify its employment benefits and compensation structure at any time.

World Wildlife Fund (WWF), one of the world's leading conservation organizations, seeks a Head of Fellowship Experience to design and lead the experiences that bring the Boundless Fellowship to life. The Boundless Fellowship cultivates a new generation of leaders to protect the world's most vital ecosystems. Through experiential learning, mentorship, and creative collaboration, the Fellowship supports early- and mid-career conservationists from across the Americas. Fellows work across disciplines and borders to craft solutions, bridge divides, and join forces to protect their home landscapes. This role centers on people: guiding accomplished Fellows through transformative encounters, building trust across cultures, and nurturing a community that endures long after the program ends. This role is creative and deeply human - ideal for a skilled facilitator who loves guiding others through reflection, challenge, and growth. You'll help Fellows connect with each other, with mentor figures, and with vital landscapes and seascapes across the hemisphere. The Head of Fellowship Experience will shape and facilitate the Fellowship's most defining experiences: in-person "Encounters" in landscapes like the Amazon, the Northern Great Plains, and Brazil's Cerrado; the virtual conversations that keep a far-flung cohort connected; and the relationships that turn a two-year-long program into a lifelong community. Salary Range: $109,000 - $145,100 Location: Washington, D.C. (Hybrid work structure with minimum of 2 days a week in office) Please note: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Responsibilities Key Responsibilities * Design and lead immersive Boundless Encounters that weave together leadership, ecology, and community. * Curate virtual sessions that sustain curiosity, creativity, and belonging between in-person gatherings. * Serve as a trusted mentor and guide, walking alongside Fellows through the peaks and plateaus of their journeys with Boundless. * Nurture a vibrant alumni network that continues to grow as Fellows become mentors, collaborators, and hosts for future cohorts. * Collaborate closely with the Executive Director to ensure every element of the program reflects Boundlness's philosophy: leadership learned through immersion in place, connection with community, and cross-generational mentorship. * Other duties as assigned Key Competencies Big-Picture Thinking - is needed to see how every conversation, landscape, and moment of learning fits into a larger story of transformation within the Fellowship. We are seeking someone gifted at connecting people, ecosystems, and ideas. Cross-Cultural Communication - is needed to listen, to meet differences with curiosity and respect, and to weave understanding across languages, identities, and lived experiences. Collaboration and Community Building - is needed to create spaces of trust where Fellows feel seen, heard, and emboldened to be themselves. Creativity - is needed to design experiences that awaken imagination, invite boldness, and create moments of wonder and beauty within the Fellowship. Adaptability and Learning Agility - is needed to stay grounded when plans shift, to find meaning in uncertainty, and to adjust with grace, curiosity, and a spirit of adventure. Qualifications * Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 8 years' general professional experience in conservation, social impact or related fields (to include at least 3 years' of expereince in leadership development, facilitation, mentorship, education, or program management) is required. * Demonstrated success in designing, facilitating, and delivering highly visible leadership programs for accomplished professionals is required. * Experience building and maintaining active networks (fellowship communities, alumni communities, etc.) is highly valued and strongly preferred. * Experience working with diverse communities and cross-cultural environments is highly valued and strongly preferred. * Advanced proficiency in Spanish or Portuguese highly desirable. * Ability to travel internationally approximately 25% of the time, including remote landscapes. * Proficiency with Zoom and digital collaboration tools is required. * Business proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams). * Identifies and aligns with WWF's core values: * COURAGE - We demonstrate courage through our actions, we work for change where it's needed, and we inspire people and institutions to tackle the greatest threats to nature and the future of the planet, which is our home. * INTEGRITY - We live the principles we call on others to meet. We act with integrity, accountability, and transparency, and we rely on facts and science to guide us and to ensure that we learn and evolve. * RESPECT - We honor the voices and knowledge of people and communities that we serve, and we work to secure their rights to a sustainable future. * COLLABORATION - We deliver impact at the scale of the challenges we face through the power of collective action and innovation. * To Apply: * Submit cover letter and resume through our Careers Page, Requisition #26024 * Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to inquiries via phone World Wildlife Fund (WWF) promotes equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

ACS Publications publishes more than 90 peer-reviewed journals for the world's largest and most influential scientific society, providing the worldwide scientific community with cutting-edge research from the most-cited, peer-reviewed publications in the chemical and related sciences. Other publications include more than 30 new ACS eBooks each year, and Chemical & Engineering News magazine as part of the C&EN Global Enterprise. Position Summary: The UI Front End Developer will be responsible for developing and implementing user interface components using Java and HTML. This role involves collaborating with the design team to create visually appealing and functional web applications. The developer will optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability, ensuring the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs. Additionally, the developer will assist in the development of new user-facing features, build reusable code and libraries for future use, and maintain and improve the website. Key Responsibilities: * Front end development * Collaborate with the design team to implement new features * Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability * Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs * Assist in the development of new user-facing features * Build reusable code and libraries for future use * Work with back-end developers and web designers to improve usability * Conduct research and analysis to identify and resolve complex technical issues * Participate in code reviews and contribute to the improvement of coding standards and best practices * Collaboration with editorial, production, and data teams on experiments to improve copyediting automation Education Requirements: The Ideal candidate will be pursuing a Masters/ PhD in Computer Science. Required Qualifications: * Currently pursuing a major Computer Science Pay Transparency: This role is based in our Washington, D.C. office. The following are the intended hourly rates for this part time/nonexempt role: Rising Junior-$24.00; Rising Senior-$25.00; Current Grad/PhD Student- $29.00. Any actual offer of employment, reflecting the total compensation package and benefits, will be made in the sole discretion of ACS. ACS reserves the right to amend or modify its employment benefits and compensation structure at any time. * This position will be primarily based in the Washington D.C. (or applicable) office. ACS employees work a hybrid work schedule, consisting of working onsite, two days per week. Schedule flexibility may be required for this role to support in-office activities. While always welcome to work in the office, employees may work the other three days of the week from a location of their choice. #LI-DNI

The Events, Meetings, and Expositions (EME) department is the Society's primary resource in the delivery of scientific conferences and meetings that advance the practice of chemistry and related sciences. Our events-biannual national meetings, strategically located regional meetings, and topic-focused specialty meetings-are designed to promote the ACS mission to advance the broader chemistry enterprise and its practitioners for the benefit of Earth and all its people. EME is deliberate in the meetings it sponsors and co-sponsors to ensure that they are aligned with the Society's goals to: * Elevate the Reputation of Science * Enhance Community Engagement * Empower Scientists * Deliver Innovative Solution Position Summary: EME -sponsored and co-sponsored events afford chemists of varying stages of proficiency to grow their passion for chemistry, advance their career, and expand their professional network. Our meetings are opportunities for ACS members and non-members to connect and share ideas with thousands of chemical professionals from around the world. The Meeting Planner Assistant will support the EME team in the completion of activities for upcoming national meetings that will contribute to their success. Focus will be on meeting logistics, data management, exposition services, and development of promotional and resource content for staff and meeting attendees. Assignments will require working as a team member as well as completing individual tasks. A successful intern will have strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills, with an appreciation for deadlines, flexibility, and collaboration Key Responsibilities: The intern will assist EME staff to ensure that department achieves its objectives efficiently and seamlessly. The Meeting Planner Assistant will provide support as assigned, as well as assist on tasks as needed across the EME scope of work. Potential assignments will fall under multiple categories, including: * Utilization of Technical Platforms: Room assignments and F&B details * Promotional/Resource Content: C&EN Articles, Staff Handbook, Property Resource Book, and Resume Books * Meeting Logistics: Organization of poster sessions, Review of BEOs Education Requirements: The Ideal candidate will be a rising junior, rising senior pursing a degree in Hospitality Management, Marketing, Communications, Public Relations Required Qualifications: * Currently pursuing a major in Hospitality Management, Marketing, Communications, Public Relations Pay Transparency: This role is based in our Washington, D.C. office. The following are the intended hourly rates for this part time/nonexempt role: Rising Junior-$24.00; Rising Senior-$25.00; Current Grad/PhD Student- $29.00. Any actual offer of employment, reflecting the total compensation package and benefits, will be made in the sole discretion of ACS. ACS reserves the right to amend or modify its employment benefits and compensation structure at any time. * This position will be primarily based in the Washington D.C. (or applicable) office. ACS employees work a hybrid work schedule, consisting of working onsite, two days per week. Schedule flexibility may be required for this role to support in-office activities. While always welcome to work in the office, employees may work the other three days of the week from a location of their choice. #LI-DNI

The Rainforest Alliance is seeking a visionary and results-driven Senior Director of Marketing & Communications to join our senior leadership team, reporting directly to the Chief Commercial Officer. This pivotal role will shape and implement the organization's global brand and communications strategy, driving awareness, engagement, and influence across diverse audiences and markets. The successful candidate will be a seasoned marketing leader with a proven track record of building impactful global brands across multiple channels. They will bring creativity, strategic acumen, and deep consumer/customer insight to elevate the Rainforest Alliance brand towards a position of strength and leadership in the sustainability space. The ideal candidate will be entrepreneurial and action-oriented, capable of delivering bold results with limited resources. We are looking for a doer, not just a strategist, someone who thrives in a lean environment, rolls up their sleeves, and maximizes impact without relying on large marketing budgets. Key Objectives: * Develop and implement a compelling brand and communications strategy aligned with organizational goals * Develop and lead a high-performing global marketing, communications and advocacy team * Maximize brand impact through curated strategic marketing partnerships and multi-stakeholder engagement * Drive integrated and highly efficient marketing and communications campaigns that amplify our mission, our products and our programs Responsibilities: Leadership * Work with the CCO to ensure alignment and delivery of marketing and communication outputs within the organisation's strategic priorities * Cultivate a culture of excellence, and accountability within the marcoms function * Model strong, purposeful leadership as part of Senior Management Team * Engage with the executive board to provide strategic updates and insights on brand and communications performance Marketing & Communications Strategy * Lead the digital, creative/editorial, and corporate affairs teams to enhance brand awareness and thought leadership in sustainability * Design and implement multi-channel marketing strategies to promote products, programs, and new initiatives * Expand brand presence in established, emerging, and new markets * Position the Rainforest Alliance as a global leader in sustainability through strategic storytelling and brand positioning * Ensure consistent, impactful messaging across internal and external communications * Be responsible for media relations, reputation management, and risk mitigation * Develop and manage press, PR, and event strategies to support advocacy and influence * Working with the Communications lead to ensure the global advocacy team focus on European and International policy and regulatory engagement is aligned with the organisational priorities * Craft strategies to influence policy and drive systemic change in areas such as deforestation, agrochemical use, and social equity * Deliver targeted campaigns that elevate key sustainability issues and mobilize stakeholder support Team Leadership & Development * Build, mentor, and empower a diverse, globally distributed team across digital, creative/editorial, communications, and advocacy * Foster a collaborative, entrepreneurial, and high-performance culture * Drive recruitment, talent development, and performance management to build a world-class marcoms and advocacy team Qualifications * Minimum 15 years of senior-level experience in brand and marketing leadership, ideally spanning both corporate and NGO sectors * Demonstrated success in developing and delivering brand strategies that drive measurable impact * Deep understanding of sustainability markets; familiarity with certification systems preferred * Proven leadership in complex, multi-stakeholder environments across marketing, communications, sales, and advocacy * Track record of achieving outsized results through creativity and resourcefulness, especially in budget-constrained environments * Strong financial acumen with experience in budget oversight and strategic planning * Experience working in international organizations and multicultural teams * Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English; adept at engaging executive audiences * Collaborative leadership style with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion * Ability to influence and build trust with internal and external stakeholders * Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or related field; Master's degree or MBA preferred * Passion for sustainability and alignment with the Rainforest Alliance's mission and values Deadline: 16 January 2026 Salary: For USA based candidates only: * National Salary range (Excluding NY and DC) - $106,322 - $151,887 * New York Salary Range - $115,796 - $165,4225 * Washington DC Salary Range - $113,764 - $162,519 Notes: Only candidates legally authorized to work in the Netherlands, the UK or the US will be considered. If you have any questions about the job vacancy, please contact the HR department: ****************** The Rainforest Alliance encourages diversity and inclusion across the global organization. With this commitment to diversity, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, color, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, ages, disability and any other protected group.

The Digital Product and Experience Strategy (DPX) unit is the cross-functional group overseeing the ACS.org website and adjacent digital platforms and properties. Our goal is to build best-in-class digital experiences on behalf of ACS members, users, and stakeholders. We act as the voice of the customer in digital experiences and new product or feature development, align efforts with organizational priorities and digital best practices, build scalable solutions, and delight users. DPX has a user-centric mindset, is data-informed, and impact-obsessed. We work closely with Communications Division partners and partners across ACS. Position Summary: This position will help advance AI-enhanced search functionality, leveraging vector-based search techniques and generative AI to deliver context-aware, semantically relevant results. This role goes beyond metadata cleanup-it focuses on designing search experiences informed by user personas, audience behaviors, and usability testing. The intern will explore how semantic embeddings improve relevance and how generative AI can assist with query expansion, summarization, and personalized recommendations-while ensuring AI is applied only when it solves the right problem. Responsibilities include optimizing metadata for SEO and AEO, conducting competitive market research, and brainstorming innovative search features that enhance discovery and engagement. The mindset is problem-first, AI-second, ensuring solutions are grounded in observability and evaluations, user needs and tested for usability and trust. Key Responsibilities: * Audit and clean metadata for accuracy and consistency, and alignment with SEO/AEO best practices. * Test AI-enhanced search functionality and document issues, incorporating user feedback from UI testing to improve usability and trust in AI-driven features. * Collaborate with content owners to resolve discrepancies and optimize metadata for search discoverability and user intent. * Prepare reports on search performance improvements and user testing insights. * Conduct competitive research on AI-driven search strategies in similar organizations and identify opportunities for differentiation. * Brainstorm and propose innovative search features that enhance user experience, guided by a problem-first approach before applying AI. * Assist with setting up evaluations and coordinating with subject matter experts for AI testing to ensure system reliability and performance. Education Preferences: The ideal candidate will be a rising college senior, recent college graduate or pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Analytics. Required Qualifications: * Currently pursuing a degree in one of the fields listed above, or provide relevant experience that matches the position's needs * Exposure to AI/ML concepts, especially generative AI and natural language processing. * Strong interest in product management principles, including user research, competitive analysis, and iterative testing. * Ability to think strategically about search optimization, user experience, and emerging AI technologies. Pay Transparency: This role is based in our Washington, D.C. office. The following are the intended hourly rates for this part time/nonexempt role: Rising Junior-$24.00; Rising Senior-$25.00; Current Grad/PhD Student- $29.00. Any actual offer of employment, reflecting the total compensation package and benefits, will be made in the sole discretion of ACS. ACS reserves the right to amend or modify its employment benefits and compensation structure at any time. * This position will be primarily based in the Washington D.C. (or applicable) office. ACS employees work a hybrid work schedule, consisting of working onsite, two days per week. Schedule flexibility may be required for this role to support in-office activities. While always welcome to work in the office, employees may work the other three days of the week from a location of their choice. #LI-DNI

Grants and Finance Administrator The staff of the Office of Research Grants (ORG) acts for the American Chemical Society in the administration of all research grant programs of the Society. The mission of the Office of Research Grants is to administer these programs so that they conform to the guidance provided in the founding documents, and at the same time have significant impact consistent with the vision for the programs provided by the ACS Board of Directors. The office administers the ACS Petroleum Research Fund (PRF), the Herman Frasch Foundation Grants in Agricultural Chemistry, the Irving S. Sigal Postdoctoral Fellowships, the Irving S. Sigal Global Mobility Awards, the Arthur C. Cope Postdoctoral Fellows Program, and the Jonathan L. Sessler Fellowship for Emerging Leaders in Bioinorganic and Medicinal Inorganic Chemistry. Position Summary The Grants and Finance Administrator (GFA) provides direct support to the Grants and Finance Manager in carrying out the day-to-day financial and administrative tasks related to ORG's grant program with a strong focus in supporting the various aspects of the ACS PRF grant program. Position Accountabilities: * Update and maintain Standard Operating Procedures for the GFA. * Manage travel reimbursements for PRF committee members from the PRF meetings. * Oversee the processing of annual grant personnel and technical reports, ensuring compliance with grant requirements. * Prepare and process time extension agreements, ensuring all documents are processed, signed and filed correctly and grants records are updated accordingly. * Draft and manage the processing of grant agreements for newly awarded grants, ensuring proper documentation and signatures and that agreements are received in a timely manner. * Process monthly grant payments and prepare associated reports. * Support the administration of active PRF grants, ensuring timely and accurate processing of grant related tasks. * Prepare and submit department financial contracts and payments for processing and approvals. * Other duties as assigned. Education/Experience: * Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or equivalent work experience. Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite-Excel, Word, PowerPoint-at an advanced level required. Familiarity or working experience with a web-based portal submission system and complex database. Specific experience with Salesforce software is preferable. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to interact professionally with scientists, committee members, and internal staff. * Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and reliability. * Ability to manage confidential information with discretion. This role is based in our Washington, D.C. office. A reasonable rate of compensation for this position is between $72,000-$82,000 per year. ACS currently provides the following benefits for this position: paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, paid holidays, health insurance, flexible spending account or health care savings account, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, retirement benefits, short- and long-term disability, and 4-week work from anywhere; each benefit is subject to the terms of the applicable program. Additional benefits may apply based on skills, experience, and location. Any actual offer of employment, reflecting the total compensation package and benefits, will be made in the sole discretion of ACS. ACS reserves the right to amend or modify its employment benefits and compensation structure at any time.

The Project Management Office (PMO) within the unit drives strategic initiatives through disciplined project governance and execution using the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe). Acting as a central hub, the PMO ensures alignment between business objectives and technical delivery by standardizing Agile practices, managing the project portfolio, and optimizing resources. Through SAFe principles, the PMO fosters transparency, collaboration, and continuous improvement, enabling the organization to deliver value-driven outcomes efficiently and predictably. Position Summary: The Agile Project Management Intern will support the BSO Project Management Office (PMO) in delivering value-driven initiatives through the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) methodology. This role offers hands-on experience in managing the business and technical aspects of projects across the full lifecycle. Key Responsibilities: The intern will assist in tasks such as business case analysis, sprint, backlog refinement, progress tracking, stakeholder communication, and process optimization. Education Requirements: The Ideal candidate will be a rising college junior, senior or recent graduate pursuing a major in Project Management/Management Information Systems. Required Qualifications: * Currently pursuing a major in Project Management/Management Information Systems Pay Transparency: This role is based in our Washington, D.C. office. The following are the intended hourly rates for this part time/nonexempt role: Rising Junior-$24.00; Rising Senior-$25.00; Current Grad/PhD Student- $29.00. Any actual offer of employment, reflecting the total compensation package and benefits, will be made in the sole discretion of ACS. ACS reserves the right to amend or modify its employment benefits and compensation structure at any time. * This position will be primarily based in the Washington D.C. (or applicable) office. ACS employees work a hybrid work schedule, consisting of working onsite, two days per week. Schedule flexibility may be required for this role to support in-office activities. While always welcome to work in the office, employees may work the other three days of the week from a location of their choice. #LI-DNI

ACS seeks a dynamic, innovative, and experienced Program Manager to lead the Preparing Chemical Technical Professionals (P-CTP) program. This role will have primary responsibility for developing and implementing initiatives that 1) increase awareness of skilled technical workforce (STW) careers within the chemical enterprise, 2) support the programs and communities that prepare chemical technical professionals, and 3) enable and foster partnerships between stakeholders engaged in the preparation of chemical technical professionals. The incumbent reports to the Director, Academic Engagement and Experiences. This is a program manager role - the incumbent: applies knowledge and experience in workforce development, demonstrates creativity to perform assignments and identify solutions; sets priorities and goals; evaluates results; and collaborates with others to accomplish work. Fostering Awareness of CTP Careers * Develop and implement initiatives that increase awareness of skilled technical workforce (STW) careers within the chemical enterprise. * Building and maintaining strong working relationships with internal (i.e. Marketing, Communications, Education, Philanthropy) and external stakeholders (e. ACS governance groups, schools, government agencies, industry) to increase the visibility of CTP careers and pathways to CTP careers; * Attending events, conferences, internal and external meetings to promote the preparing Chemical Technical Professionals (P-CTP) program. * Track the effectiveness of strategies that promote awareness and report on effectiveness. Building and Supporting Communities * Develop and implement initiatives that support the programs and communities that prepare chemical technical professionals. * Create strategic touchpoints that facilitate community connection, engagement, information sharing, professional development, and support among those that prepare chemical technical professionals. * Partner with internal (i.e. Marketing, Communications, Education, Philanthropy) and external stakeholders (e. ACS governance groups, schools, government agencies, industry) to identify and engage community members and champions. * Track the growth and effectiveness of community building and engagement strategies. Partnership Enablement and Support * Develop and implement initiatives that enable partnerships between stakeholders engaged in the preparation of chemical technical professionals. * Partner with internal and external stakeholders to identify and facilitate partnership opportunities. * Create guidance tools that facilitate partnerships between industry and the community/technical college programs that prepare chemical technical professionals. * Facilitate ACS participation in strategic partnerships that support the preparation of chemical technical professionals. * Identify and highlight replicable models of successful industry and community/technical college programs. * Facilitate connections between industry and community/technical college programs that prepare chemical technical professionals. The position also maintains an in-depth understanding of the CTP and CTP educator landscape to inform effective programming that aligns with community and industry needs. The position contributes to complementary initiatives and projects that promote and advance skilled technical professional careers within the chemical enterprise. Education/Experience/Technological Knowledge The incumbent will have a history of demonstrated success bringing projects to fruition while providing creative and resourceful solutions to complex challenges. Additional requirements include: * Bachelor's Degree in a field related to STEM required * 7+ years of related experience. Experience in workforce development, career and technical education (CTE), work-based learning, or apprenticeships preferred * Demonstrated program and project management experience required * Proven ability to manage multiple projects, timelines, and stakeholders * Strong writing and verbal communications skills for interacting with stakeholders; * Demonstrated success in building and sustaining communities * Proven ability to develop and execute new programs * Organizational and analytical skills with an attention to detail * Outstanding interpersonal skills with focus on collaboration and consensus building * Ability to influence without positional authority and build consensus among stakeholders * Comfort working independently while leveraging collaboration skills to drive for results * Desire to learn new skills and grow. A reasonable rate of compensation for this position is between $105,000-$115,000 per year. This role is based in our Washington, DC office. ACS Education employees work a hybrid schedule, consisting of working onsite two days per work week, exact days are determined by functional area. The balance of the week is open to working remotely, though employees are always welcome onsite each day if they choose. #LI-VB1

Component Services & Global Engagements (CSGE) is composed of three staff teams, and this intern would support the following two: * Student Communities supports undergraduate and graduate students through Student Chapters, Graduate Student Organizations, and relevant programs, products and services for these audiences. * Global Engagement is responsible for International Chemical Science Chapters, International Student Chapters, in addition to global partnerships and events. Position Summary: The Global and Student Engagement Intern will assist two departments, Student Communities and Global Engagement, with overlapping needs related to event planning, marketing, data analysis and management. The ideal candidate has an interest in global marketing and outreach, global business, and higher education. Key Responsibilities: * Member Engagement: Help craft member retention and engagement strategies, especially for students and early career scientists. * Conduct market research on peer organizations to suggest model practices for member engagement and retention. * Data analysis and management: Ensure integrity of large sets of customer/stakeholder data. Aid in stakeholder assessment and craft executive summaries from qualitative data sets. * Assist with annual student chapter reporting and review process, including in-person support. * Provide administrative support for the Committee on International Activities and Undergraduate Student Advisory Board. * Prepare and review grant application lifecycle. * Monitor shared inboxes and provide exceptional customer service * Preparation for ACS Fall Meeting and other global events * Other duties as assigned Education Requirements: The Ideal candidate will be rising senior or recent graduate majoring in Marketing, Events, Business Required Qualifications: * Currently pursuing a major in Marketing, Events, Business Pay Transparency: This role is based in our Washington, D.C. office. The following are the intended hourly rates for this part time/nonexempt role: Rising Junior-$24.00; Rising Senior-$25.00; Current Grad/PhD Student- $29.00. Any actual offer of employment, reflecting the total compensation package and benefits, will be made in the sole discretion of ACS. ACS reserves the right to amend or modify its employment benefits and compensation structure at any time. * This position will be primarily based in the Washington D.C. (or applicable) office. ACS employees work a hybrid work schedule, consisting of working onsite, two days per week. Schedule flexibility may be required for this role to support in-office activities. While always welcome to work in the office, employees may work the other three days of the week from a location of their choice. #LI-DNI

The Workplace Technology team seeks to provide high quality technical guidance and support for all workstation system needs for the American Chemical Society. With a strong focus on customer service, Workplace Technology aims to provide technology to support the productivity of staff, and to provide appropriate access to Society information to further the goals of the Society. Position Summary: The AI Workplace Intern will support the Workplace Technology Team during ACS's ongoing AI transformation efforts. This role focuses on improving internal staff productivity by designing high-quality prompts, building no-code Copilot agents, and helping streamline support processes using AI-driven solutions. The intern will collaborate with stakeholders across ACS to understand business workflows, identify opportunities for AI assistance, and develop reusable prompt templates and agent-based solutions that improve self-service, reduce support ticket volume, and enhance the overall employee experience. Key Responsibilities: * Prompt Engineering & Optimization: Develop, test, and refine AI prompts for internal use across multiple departments, including Finance, HR, Publications, and Member Services. Create reusable prompt templates that improve productivity and reduce manual effort. * Copilot Agent Development: Build low/no-code Copilot Studio agents that guide ACS staff through common IT tasks such as password resets, MFA setup, Teams/Zoom troubleshooting, and new hire onboarding. Load relevant documentation, define behaviors, and test workflows for accuracy. * AI-Assisted Process Improvement: Evaluate current Desktop Support workflows and identify opportunities for AI augmentation. Recommend solutions using prompts, agents, or automation tools to reduce L1 ticket volume and streamline service delivery. Education Requirements: The ideal candidate will be a rising college junior, senior or recent college graduate. Required Qualifications: * Currently pursuing a major in Computer Science, Data Science, Business Admin. Pay Transparency: This role is based in our Washington, D.C. office. The following are the intended hourly rates for this part time/nonexempt role: Rising Junior-$24.00; Rising Senior-$25.00; Current Grad/PhD Student- $29.00. Any actual offer of employment, reflecting the total compensation package and benefits, will be made in the sole discretion of ACS. ACS reserves the right to amend or modify its employment benefits and compensation structure at any time. * This position will be primarily based in the Washington D.C. (or applicable) office. ACS employees work a hybrid work schedule, consisting of working onsite, two days per week. Schedule flexibility may be required for this role to support in-office activities. While always welcome to work in the office, employees may work the other three days of the week from a location of their choice. #LI-DNI

Key Responsibilities: * Contribute to the development and implementation of investment strategies across all asset classes. * Source and lead due diligence processes for external investment managers across public and private markets; draft and present investment recommendations. * Monitor existing investments and conduct qualitative and quantitative analysis; lead update meetings with external managers, and attend annual meetings. * Serve as the primary liaison to current and prospective investment managers; negotiate terms and coordinate with external service providers. * Participate in investment decision-making, including manager selection, rebalancing, and termination across asset classes. Support asset allocation reviews and risk management initiatives. * Coordinate legal due diligence and operational due diligence for prospective private investment funds. * Build and maintain strong relationships with external asset managers, vendors, legal counsel, peer investors, and other industry stakeholders. * Prepare and present materials to the Pensions and Investments Committee as needed. Manages ad hoc projects that aid in the management of the ACS investment portfolios, retirement plans, and debt financings. * Conduct in-depth research on investment managers, portfolios, and market trends. Requirements: * Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field with a minimum of 7 years of professional experience. Prior experience in investments and valuation, such as in investment banking, consulting, asset management, alternative investments, is a strong plus. * Progress toward the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation is strongly preferred. * Demonstrated passion for investing and a strong understanding of institutional investment practices. * Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with statistical analysis and comfort working with data platforms such as Bloomberg. * Exceptional oral and written communication skills. * Ability to work independently in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. * Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality work. * Willingness and ability to mentor junior staff and contribute to team development. * Openness to adopting new technologies and evolving processes. * Genuine interest in the mission and values of the non-profit sector. This role is based in our Washington, D.C. office. A reasonable rate of compensation for this position is between $125,000-$140,000 per year. ACS currently provides the following benefits for this position: paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, paid holidays, health insurance, flexible spending account or health care savings account, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, retirement benefits, short- and long-term disability, and 4-week work from anywhere; each benefit is subject to the terms of the applicable program. Additional benefits may apply based on skills, experience, and location. Any actual offer of employment, reflecting the total compensation package and benefits, will be made in the sole discretion of ACS. ACS reserves the right to amend or modify its employment benefits and compensation structure at any time.