Environmental and Energy Study Institute
Dave Gershman wrote issue briefs on the Environmental Protection Agency's air pollution and greenhouse gas regulations. Gershman produced a weekly climate change newsletter, summarizing the latest studies and news. Gershman attended Congressional hearings related to air pollution regulations. Gershman met with a policy aid to his Congressman to speak about the importance of higher mileage standards for vehicles. Gershman learned how policy education is conducted and how to develop an issue argument.
Internship Details
| Organization | Environmental and Energy Study Institute - Washington, DC |
| Employment Sector |
Non-Governmental Organization/Non-Profit |
| Student's Field of Study |
Environmental Policy and Planning |
| Topic Areas of Internship |
Air Pollution, Climate Change/Global Warming |
| Duration & Dates | 9 weeks, starting 6/8/2011 |
| Skills Gained |
Analytical Skills, Policy Analysis |
| Duties Performed |
Policy or Program Analysis, Publish Papers, Write a Weekly Newsletter, Attend and Report on Congressional Hearings |
| How Student Obtained Internship | SNRE Internship Database (eRecruiter) |
| Paid or Unpaid? |
Unpaid |
| OK to Contact Student for More Information? | Yes - Dave Gershman |
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