Call for Applications for Outreach Team of The Final Stand (TFS) and Team ThinkOcean

The project will look at the micro-plastics content in the oceanic and freshwater bodies in India. There is a two-fold vision for The Clear Water Crusade.

Firstly, the project would aim to raise awareness about the effects of micro-plastics on the different stakeholders that are affected by the change in the composition of water bodies in India. The project would focus on envisioning a future where more of the population in India know of the existence of micro-plastics and where steps will be taken, albeit small, towards mitigating the risk micro-plastics pose towards the environment and all its proponents.

Secondly, the campaign will focus on trying to find solutions to reduce the number of microplastics in the ocean by adopting mechanisms to clean freshwater bodies in isolated areas first and then move towards cleaning the beaches and the oceans of India.

Role and Responsibilities

• The project requires education on micro-plastics to be provided to the general population.
• In order to give accurate information, the team would need to contact professionals and industry experts to meet with them and discuss the problem of micro-plastics at length.
• The outreach team, consisting of 2 people, will be responsible for the research to obtain the contacts of these industry experts along with communication with the latter.
• They will be required to convince these experts and professionals to provide insight for the project.

Terms of the Position

The application form for the positions requires certain details, where due consideration shall be given to the candidature of the student in the selection process. The selected applicants shall be involved in the project as per the designated role as volunteers, for the required term. They will thus be a vital part of the ThinkOcean at O.P. Jindal Global University.

However, such does not imply or guarantee any membership with the Final Stand, which is only open to students from the university. Unless explicitly mentioned, there is no remuneration provided. Upon the completion of the term and to the satisfaction of the leadership, a letter of acknowledgement shall be provided.

Most importantly, the selected candidates are expected to proactive and consistent. Expressing creativity and taking initiative are highly valued and encouraged.

How to Apply?

Kindly apply through the link given at the end of this post.

Eligibility

Anyone who is pursuing, or has completed an undergraduate degree in any field are welcome to apply.

Application Deadline

Kindly apply by February 9, 2022 (11:59 PM). Selected applicants shall be contacted.

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