Membership Frequently Asked Questions

Date March 25, 2009 Category Sustainable Living

How is USGBC MA Membership Forum membership different than Green Roundtable membership?
The Green Roundtable (GRT) membership program is now run by the USGBC Massachusetts Membership Forum (The Forum). The same member benefits offered under GRT membership will remain in place, however, membership will be limited solely to individuals. Companies and organizations are encouraged to join USGBC National (see below) and/or support activities locally by sponsoring an event or program. All membership revenue will go to support The activities of the Forum.

Is a USGBC Affiliate different from a USGBC Chapter?
Chapters and Affiliates serve the green building community in similar ways but there are some differences, mainly in terms of their history and level of organizational development. Affiliate’s are well established non-profit organizations that have a synergistic mission with USGBC , which is to advance green building principles and practices in its regional marketplace. Affiliates usually have larger budgets, staffing and a wider scope of programs than Chapters.

The Green Roundtable has been the Massachusetts Affiliate for eight years. The USGBC MA Membership Forum is the group of leaders and members working to carryout Affiliate activities across the State as part of GRT.

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NEXUS Internships

Date March 11, 2009 Category Sustainable Living

The Green Roundtable offers unpaid internships at our NEXUS Green Building Resource Center on a semester basis. We ask for a commitment of 16-20 hours per week for at least three months. NEXUS is currently looking for interns to join us from May/June to August 2009.

Interns are instrumental in helping to develop NEXUS educational resources for our audiences of building professionals and the general public interested in green building and sustainable design. Interns may also have responsibilities with ongoing tasks such as helping to staff the front desk, assisting with events, various administrative tasks, and helping with the Samples Library, Reference Library, Exhibitor Showcase, Sponsorships, Marketing and Events. In exchange, interns expand their knowledge of the rapidly growing green building industry, network with industry professionals, attend roundtables and other NEXUS educational sessions for free, and gain valuable professional experiences and skills to add to their resume.

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