This post is by Kyle McEvilly, Intern for the Sierra Club's Global Warming & Energy Team.
My internship experience with the Sierra Club reaches a conclusion today. In the past three months, I have worked energetically to advance the aims of this non-profit environmental group. The Club's goals are lofty, but when its initiatives attain realization, the residents of this blue and green sphere will emerge as the real winners.
The Sierra Club is clearly a successful organization, as witnessed by its elevating membership, increasing congressional influence, and expanding sense of relevancy in the 21st century. The organization will continue its relationship with decision-makers here in Washington, D.C. and will strengthen associations with communities around the United States. This action ensures environmental improvement at a grassroots level, which is how the green movement initially began. It is astonishing to view the environment's arduous journey from the local to the national scene. The Obama administration does indeed offer hope--hope for current and future citizens of this Earth to live in a world composed of clean air, pristine landscapes, and ecological soundness.
Throughout my time working with the group, I was impressed with the copious knowledge and endless passion displayed by the Club's many employees. The ability to channel strong convictions into a meaningful career is one of the most rewarding aspects of life. I also felt a great sense of group cohesion between coworkers within the building. The diversity of personnel in this office fosters a large capacity for intelligent solutions to seemingly daunting situations. I am comforted to know that groups like the Sierra Club are present in order to be advocates for stringent environmental protection.
My internship provided me with a seasoned understanding of the daily operations within a non-profit organization. The Sierra Club is an extremely powerful group, and it commands this strength because of its committed workers and leaders. We are not far from stronger energy efficiency, renewable energy, green transportation, and conservation laws. My personal chapter with the Sierra Club is complete, but I am glad I was able to be part of a critical turning point in history.
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