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What is the Organization's purpose/product/service?

The Greenpeace Organizing Term is a semester of advanced training for student activists. It's action-filled and the best hands-on training for students to become environmental leaders.

Describe the interns responsibilities.

We are accepting applications for the Fall 2009 Class! Our fight to save the planet has grown more serious – the threat of global warming, destruction of ancient forests, deterioration of our oceans, and the threat of a nuclear disaster loom large. We are looking for the next generation of student leaders who are ready to stand up and protect the planet. You'll be: * making an investment in your leadership skills * getting training in grassroots organizing, media, direct action, and campaign strategy * traveling with Greenpeace on campaign trips and on the Greenpeace Expedition, meeting with incredible activists working to protect the planet!

Describe the skill sets a successful candidate will have for this position.

We are looking for: * Students who are passionate, smart, and visionary. * Applicants must be committed to protecting the environment. * Rising freshmen and sophomores are preferred. * Must be 18-24 years of age as well as a current undergraduate student. No prior experience is necessary. * Greenpeace strongly encourages applications from women, people of color and other underrepresented communities.