If there any students that are still looking for summer opportunities there are two garden internship positions trying to be filled by the DeKalb County Community Gardens. They would run June (the sooner start the better) through September 3rd, and the positions are full time. If you have any questions feel free to contact Melina at mkuhn@dekalbgardens.org or at 779-212-9543. Attached is the job description.
U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
Central Midwest Water Science Center
Illinois-Iowa-Missouri
Job Title: | Water Resources Data Analyst |
Pay Rate: | $16.26-$24.99, depending on year in school and experience. |
Pay Type: | Per Hour - Set Rate |
Work Schedule: | Flexible |
Hours Per Week: | up to 40 hrs/wk during breaks and summer, 16-20 during semester, |
Job Duration: | Begin Date: As soon as hiring procedures can be completed; No End Date. |
Federal Work Study: | No |
Location: | Dekalb, IL or Urbana, IL. Some work can be conducted remotely, but students must be able to visit our DeKalb, IL office or Urbana, IL office when necessary. |
Contact Person: | Samantha Murphy |
Preference of contact: | Contact By Email. Send resume and unofficial transcript. |
Contact's E-mail | sjmurphy@usgs.gov |
Job Description: | Students will support a team of scientists working on water resource investigations on local, regional, and national scales. Level of involvement will depend on skills and experience. At a minimum, students will query and retrieve surface water records from scientific databases; pre- and post-process data for use in empirical analyses and models; review scientific literature and reports; and perform targeted analyses. Additional duties may include assisting USGS staff in field-related data collection activities and performing occasional lab-related activities This is a great opportunity to work with a team of scientists from across the country on highly relevant and important topics. |
Requirements: | Applicant must be a U.S. citizen and current student to apply. The USGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. |
Skills: | 1. Knowledge of Office365 software (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) required. 2. Undergraduate coursework in statistics. Prefer previous course work in environmental science, biology, hydrology, ecology, and/or river science. 3. Working knowledge of the statistical software R (or other programing language) highly desirable. 4. Basic understanding of chemical principles and laboratory safety procedures helpful. |
The Chicago Park District is now hiring seasonal positions on the Natural Areas Crew.
The Natural Areas Crew is responsible for ecological restoration and community engagement support across the majority of the South and Southeast Side natural areas. Duties include invasive species management; Nature Play construction and maintenance; native plant installations; prescribed burns; and community and volunteer stewardship support. Candidates must be able to perform manual labor and be comfortable working in all weather conditions. Candidates will be required to obtain a pesticide license and apply herbicides. Interested applicants must apply online by Friday, May 28th.
You can find the job posting at:
or
chicagoparkdistrict.com on the top right on the website, click "Jobs', then scroll and click on "Seasonal Jobs" to view listing under the title "NATURAL AREAS TECHNICIAN (SEASONAL) - 2100006".
Please share with those in your network.
Dani Newman, an AmeriCorps VISTA Leader, wanted to have these links shared with students as there are always new positions and opportunities being added.
AmeriCorps state/national + AmeriCorps VISTA: Open Positions | Stewards Individual Placement Program (stewardslegacy.org)
Corps Positons- this is more boots-on-the-ground work: Local Programs | Conservation Legacy
Scientists in the Park (The deadline for this year is past, but it happens every year so a good thing to keep on students' radar.): Scientists in the Parks | Stewards Individual Placement Program (stewardslegacy.org)
There's also staff positions available for the organization itself, although they do prioritize corps or AmeriCorps experience in new hires. Staff Positions | Conservation Legacy
FYI for students you may know that are interested in the energy-relevant fields of science, engineering or other highly quantitative field such as economics:
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) Science, Technology and Policy (STP) is currently accepting applications!
EERE STP is seeking to develop the future leaders in energy efficiency and renewable energy policy. The EERE STP appointments provide an opportunity for highly talented scientists and engineers to participate in policy-related projects at DOE's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy in Washington, DC.
The Solar Energy Technologies Office (SETO) drives research, manufacturing, and market solutions to make the abundant solar energy resources in the United States more affordable and accessible for Americans. Applicants selected as a participant will join the SETO team responsible for carrying out activities critical to SETO’s technology mission. For more information about the SETO, visit https://www.energy.gov/eere/solar/solar-energy-technologies-office.
SETO applications are reviewed (and offers are made) two times per year with rolling application deadlines of January 15th and June 15th. The application review process takes approximately 3-4 months.
Participant Benefits
Selected candidates will receive a stipend as support for their living and other expenses during this appointment. Stipend rates are determined by DOE officials, and are based on the candidate’s academic and professional background. Candidates will also be eligible to receive a health insurance allowance and reimbursement for travel expenses.
Qualifications
Applicants must have superior academic performance and publication record, strong analytical, research and communication (oral and written) skills and demonstrated capacity for creative thinking, a strong technical background and experience in an energy-technology-related field, and be interested in being part of a multi-disciplinary, fast-paced environment, focused on energy technology research and development. Experience and knowledge in technology commercialization is desirable, but not required.
Level 3: Doctorate or Master's degree for more than 3 years in an energy-relevant field of science, engineering or other highly quantitative field such as economics. If more than five years since receipt of graduate degree, applicant must have at least three years of post-degree experience in a technical or research position in a field related to energy innovation.
Level 2: Ph.D. or master's degree for no more than 3 years in an energy-relevant field of science, engineering or other highly quantitative field such as economics.
Level 1: Bachelor's degree for less than five years in an energy-relevant field of science, engineering or other highly quantitative field such as economics.
For additional information and to apply, please go to: https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/DOE-EERE-STP-SETO-2021-2100. ORISE is continuing normal program operations during the COVID-19 pandemic. This opportunity will be offered as long as Department of Energy Headquarters is able to complete the onboarding process and ensure a meaningful experience to participants. We encourage you to apply and submit your application as soon as possible.
Connect with ORISE...on the GO! Download the new ORISE GO mobile app in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store to help you stay engaged, connected, and informed during your ORISE experience and beyond!
Thomas McNamee with Environmetnal Compliance Consulting, Ltd., is offering a part-time position (approx. 20 flexible hours per week) encompassing both environmental and safety compliance requirements for our industrial clients. Specific tasks involve (but are not limited to) researching environmental/safety regulations, working on air emission spreadsheets of volatile organic matter and hazardous air pollutants, potential sampling of groundwater wells and stormwater runoff, packaging and sending lab samples for analysis, and drafting facility maps and diagrams. Since it is a small office (myself and my administrative assistant), we also need assistance with organizing files, cleaning/organizing the office, lawn work and other menial tasks.
No experience is necessary but he is super busy and need an individual who does not need a lot of oversight. Have the applicants’ send a resume with a cover letter to this e-mail. We are very flexible on work hours, days per week, and pre-planned vacation time. Additionally, he is a former Illinois EPA inspector and started this company 32 years ago. The business is at capacity with Clients and therefore, he feels there is no need to design and maintain a website (or you could call it “old school”). Email eccltd@comcast.net with any questions.
The American Academy of Political and Social Science (AAPSS) and SAGE Publishing are co-hosting a Moynihan Prize event: a webinar and panel discussion focused on international economic and regulatory approaches to environmental policy. The virtual event titled “A Turning Point for International Climate Policy? New Approaches to Environmental and Economic Cooperation” will be held on Thursday, May 13, 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm ET.
Robert Keohane, Professor of International Affairs at Princeton University will moderate a discussion with Nobel laureate, Yale University professor of economics, and Moynihan Prize recipient, William Nordhaus. Dr. Nordhaus’ 2018 Nobel Prize in Economics capped off a decades-long career spent designing macroeconomic solutions to climate change. He has been at the leading edge of pioneering policies like carbon taxes, emissions trading, and climate clubs--policies that have been thrust to the forefront of the international dialogue as the EU, US, and China accelerate their pursuit of mutual decarbonization.
They will be joined by panelists:
The discussion will focus on carbon pricing approaches, climate clubs and contemporary climate policy and will be followed by a Q&A session with the panelists.
Learn more and register for the webinar here: http://bit.ly/AAPSSClimate
Please join us for our next NIU STEM Café, Fueling the Future with Renewable Energy, May 12, 6PM Online. Professor of Chemistry Tao Xu will explore the art of innovation and discuss the latest research in renewable energy. His research group is developing materials that convert sunlight to electricity and electrocatalysts that convert carbon dioxide and water into fuel.
Renewable energy technologies can help to mitigate global climate change, and spinoff technologies produced by renewable energy research also profoundly impact our lifestyles. What new fuels and renewable energy technologies are being developed? Why are these technologies important? And how will they impact our daily lives?
Please share the attached flyers with family and friends. Registration is required for this free online event.
Register and learn more at go.niu.edu/fuelfuture.
For more information about either event, contact Judith Dymond at jdymond@niu.edu or 815-753-4751. You can always check for upcoming NIU STEM Café events on our website: https://www.niu.edu/niusteam/programs/stem-cafes.shtml
