Do you believe the STEM community brings a valuable perspective to challenges faced by cities, counties, and states? Engineers & Scientists Acting Locally seeks to inspire, encourage, and empower people in STEM to be active civic participants. We are a dedicated group of volunteers working to help our fellow members of the STEM community more effectively engage with their local communities and governments. And we would be thrilled to have you join our ranks.
Engineers & Scientists Acting Locally (ESAL) is seeking passionate individuals to join its volunteer pool of talented contributing writers. As a contributing writer, you will work closely with our content and editorial team to write insightful pieces on one of the following subjects:
- Articles and Blog Posts: Share your knowledge and perspectives on topics relevant to engineering, science, and their applications in local communities.
- Research Summaries: Translate complex scientific research into accessible summaries, helping to bridge the gap between academia and the public.
- Policy Analyses: Evaluate local policies and initiatives related to STEM fields, offering informed analyses and recommendations.
- Case Studies: Explore real-world examples that illustrate the impact of engineering and science on local projects, challenges, and solutions.
- Opinion Pieces: Express your viewpoints on current issues, trends, and debates within the realms of engineering, science, and community engagement.
- Event Summaries: Provide coverage and insights into relevant events, conferences, and gatherings focusing on local STEM initiatives.
- Stories from the Field: Highlight the human stories behind STEM projects, showcasing the intersection of science, engineering, and people on the ground.
- Deep Dives: Conduct thorough research and analysis on specific topics within engineering, science, and their applications in local contexts.
- Local STEM Features: Spotlight organizations and initiatives that leverage STEM expertise to drive local decision-making and community development.
Perks:
- Impact: Contribute to raising awareness and understanding of STEM-related issues and solutions within local communities.
- Network: Connect with fellow authors, professionals, ESAL leadership, and enthusiasts in the fields of engineering, science, and community development.
- Skill Development: Enhance your writing, research, and analytical skills through regular contributions and feedback from our editorial team.
- Visibility: Gain exposure for your work and expertise through our platform, reaching a diverse audience of readers interested in STEM and community engagement.
- Learn: Broaden your knowledge of activism, local science issues, and science-policy interfacing
Commitment:
- Write up to 1 article for ESAL’s blog a month
- Work remotely under the guidance of the ESAL Chief Editor and Content Director
- Contribute ~10 hr/month of your time to do the above
- Make at least a 6-month commitment to volunteering with ESAL
If you are passionate about using engineering and science to create positive change in local communities and are committed to sharing your knowledge and experiences through writing, we invite you to join us!
How to Apply: To apply, please send a resume/CV, a brief statement of interest indicating your preferred subject area(s) for contribution, and a writing sample (500–1000 words) to toni@esal.us.
We look forward to welcoming you to our team and working together to make a difference through ESAL!
Engineers & Scientists Acting Locally is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.
If you are interested in helping us change how engineers and scientists think about policy engagement, please contact us with a paragraph describing your interest and a link to a bio or an attached resume at
volunteer@esal.us.
