Climate Science Internship Jobs in Massachusetts

Mission:

Woodwell Climate Research Center (Woodwell Climate) conducts science for solutions at the nexus of climate, people, and nature. We partner with leaders and communities for just meaningful impact to address the climate crisis.

Woodwell Climate is a rapidly growing, top-ranked, independent non-profit climate research institute whose mission is to advance science-based climate policies through scientific research and outreach. Our world-leading research and impact helps individuals, organizations, corporations, communities, and nations understand the realities of climate change, recognize the impact on our planet, and embrace the urgent action needed to safeguard the future of life on Earth.

Summary:

Join Woodwell Climate’s Foundation Relations team as a Development Coordinator and be a part of a growing, dynamic Development department. Working closely with the Senior Director of Institutional Partnerships (SDIP), Manager of Institutional Partnerships (MIP), and Woodwell Climate’s Office of Development by supporting a variety of foundation and corporate fundraising work, including managing Raiser’s Edge (RE), researching foundations, tracking of grant reports, and implementing a new corporate philanthropy program. This position provides critical support to the FR team while the SDIP and MIP are traveling and at external meetings. The ideal candidate will have RE experience.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Support the SDIP, MIP and other philanthropic frontline fundraisers with researching foundations, corporations, and individuals for various projects and initiatives at Woodwell Climate, across all program areas and other institutional priority areas

• Based on research and knowledge of projects, qualifying foundations and corporations and work with the SDIP to assist with developing a strategy for each

• Help prepare concepts, LOIs, and full proposals to foundations and corporations as requested

• Lead the corporate philanthropy implementation, including finalizing the internal processes, creating a prospect list and implementation plan with guidance/input from Development and SMT, and participating in networking events related to corporate fundraising

• Serve as the team lead to enter foundation information into RE, such as but not limited to: creating new records; entering proposals submitted and updating status; entering communication with foundations, corporations and other partnerships

• Work closely with Woodwell’s Sponsored Research Office, Office of Grant & Contract Finance and others on the Development team with various administrative tasks, including financial reconciliation meetings, implementation of the new internal granting system (InfoEd) and maintaining internal policies and procedures

• Provide support to the MIP on the Fund for Climate Solutions internal grant award program, such as reviewing reports and new proposals to share

• Record grant reporting schedules and send reminders to Woodwell Climate’s Scientists as directed by the SDIP and MIP

• Schedule, support, and record notes for meetings with PIs and teams for proposal development and activity tracking

• Maintain organizational foundation and corporation grant files

• Assist with preparation and implementation for donor events

• Assist with department needs as approved by the supervisor

Must Have the Following Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of foundation or corporate grantmaking and management

• Ability to prioritize and manage several projects efficiently

• Professional written and interpersonal skills are essential when communicating cross-functionally, with donors, vendors, and team members

• Strong organizational and administrative skills

• Ability to handle large data sets with accuracy

• Tech savvy, proficient in Google Workspace, MS Office, RE and CRM Databases

• Excellent attention to detail, conscientious work ethic

• Excellent ability to multitask, prioritize projects, and work efficiently and independently in a fast-paced environment

• Positive and proactive demeanor

• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm

• A desire to understand how administrative projects connect to broader philanthropic goals and strategy

Preferred but not required:

• Background in science and/or business

• Experience with InfoEd and/or Raiser’s Edge

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Communications, Marketing, Science or relevant field

• 3-5 years' experience working in fundraising or project organization (internship experience is applicable).

Application review will begin ongoing.

Desired Start Date: September 2026

Classification and Compensation: This is a full-time, salaried, exempt position, the annual salary starting at $58,000 to $65,000.00 dependent on qualifications/experience. Woodwell Climate offers a generous benefits package and work life balance.

Location: Falmouth, Massachusetts. Hybrid is possible, must be in the office 3 days a week, Additional days onsite when required.

Application Instructions: To apply, please send your cover letter addressing your experience and qualifications in relation to the responsibilities of this position and resume as a single PDF to our career’s portal. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

Please visit Woodwell Climate's website to learn more about Woodwell Climate’s work.

Located on a 10-acre campus near the village of Woods Hole, the Woodwell Climate Research Center (Woodwell Climate) is a private, non-profit research center. Woodwell Climate is a leading source of climate science that drives the urgent action needed to solve climate change. Woodwell Climate has 100+ staff members and is excited to welcome new employees to this work.

Woodwell Climate is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, mental, or physical disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, familial status, veteran status, or genetic information. Woodwell Climate is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for all individuals in employment practices, services, programs, and activities.