Foresight Design Initiative

What Do We Really Understand?

May 152013

Part III: The System Will (Help) Set You Free

Solutions can seduce. I enjoy the thrill of solving problems with Design, whether the outcome is a new logo, better product, or superior system. Overcoming a challenge provides an enticing sense of power and control. Working in the midst of a crisis only heightens the rush and compounds the danger. Efforts to address urgent need can propel a failure to fully understand the problem, the dynamics of the context in which it exists, and its root causes. Subsequently, little is ever holistically or resiliently addressed, except the cravings of our egos. Continue reading »

Sustainable Innovation Media Intern, Foresight Design Initiative

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Apr 302013

Looking to flex your entrepreneurial muscle and make a meaningful contribution with your writing, research and/or project management skills? The Foresight Design Initiative, a Chicago nonprofit fostering sustainable innovation, seeks a dedicated multitalented unpaid intern to work a minimum of 15-20 hours/week for three months, to contribute to, and develop a powerful new media channel. Working in a fun, collaborative, design-driven environment, this position provides a key vantage point to learn about Chicago’s diverse sustainability initiatives, build professional skills, and gain experience that many predecessors have astutely leveraged into full-time jobs around the city. Independence and responsibility are provided as talents, maturity and judgement is developed and displayed. As a integral member of the team, input on decisions is invited and expected.

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Farmer Training Program Assistant, Angelic Organics Learning Center

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May 152013

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The Program Assistant is a part-time (30 hours per week) support position in the administrative headquarters of AOLC. The Assistant is responsible for supporting four key functions of AOLC Farmer Training Initiative (FTI): 20% general communications and administrative support; 20% website and resource management; 15% data entry; 15% program prep for the Collaborative Regional Alliance for Farmer Training (CRAFT) and Stateline Farm Beginnings events as assigned; 5% other duties. Continue reading »

Senior Community Program Assistant, Brookfield Zoo

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May 152013

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Since Brookfield Zoo opened its doors to the public in 1934, the Chicago Zoological Society has had a legacy of educating the public about environmental conservation. The Conservation, Education and Training (CET) staff at Brookfield Zoo is continuing the tradition by incorporating an innovative learning strategy to create a variety of programs for students, parents, teachers, and other community conservationists.

Community Program Assistant, Brookfield Zoo

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May 152013

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Description:
Since Brookfield Zoo opened its doors to the public in 1934, the Chicago Zoological Society has had a legacy of educating the public about environmental conservation. The Conservation, Education and Training (CET) staff at Brookfield Zoo is continuing the tradition by incorporating an innovative learning strategy to create a variety of programs for students, parents, teachers, and other community conservationists.

Research Assistant II, Chicago Zoological Society

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May 152013

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Environmental Educator I, Wheaton Park District

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May 152013

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This part-time position is responsible for the preparation, presentation and evaluation of interpretive and environmental educational programs at the Lincoln Marsh Natural Area and traveling outreach programs.

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Assistant Planner, Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning

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May 152013

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CMAP will recruit a planner at the Assistant level with the knowledge, experience, and skills to assist in the implementation of local technical assistance projects, focusing on the intersection between housing, land use, and transportation, with particular interest in zoning.

Development Director, Friends of the Forest Preserves

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May 152013

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Working with the President, the Development Director will shepherd the further integration of a culture of philanthropy into this growing and dynamic organization. The core work for our new Development Director will be to ensure the development and cultivation of relationships with donors at all levels, as well as ensuring all board, staff and volunteers are involved with this work. The Director will have the opportunity to tap the potential in an excellent development function, growing a best-practices program and a large, loyal, generous base of supporters of all kinds.

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Aquatic Plant Maintenance, Chicago Botanic Garden

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May 072013

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The Aquatic Plant Maintenance seasonal staff are responsible for maintaining these shoreline plantings. Typical work responsibilities include removal of weedy/invasive plants and algae, replanting as necessary due to plant mortality or herbivory, and other maintenance activities as needed to support robust native aquatic plant communities, enhanced shoreline habitat, and aesthetic shoreline conditions.

Assistant Manager, Lake Street Supply

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May 072013

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Lake Street Supply is a small but growing company committed to improving city life in meaningful and sustainable ways with a focus on environmental products and systems. We are looking for a hard-working, organize person to assist in managing day-to-day operations as well as expanding and improving growing aspects of our business including soils, organics and urban agriculture. We offer a casual but active workday with a kind staff and loyal customer base. Our location is in Chicago and convenient to buses, trains, and expressways.

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