Internships and jobs

Please see these opportunities for interested students: 

https://www.youngfarmers.org/about/jobs/ 

EPA Environmental Justice Video Competition

This is a competition being put on by the EPA! They are having groups of college students (with a faculty advisor) submit videos about EJ. There are two phases, and the video for phase I is due in April 2022. There is a webinar on December 6 at 12ET to go over details about the competition. All the information can be found here: https://www.epa.gov/innovation/environmental-justice-video-challenge-students

Environmental Justice Video Challenge for Students | US EPA EPA and partners launched the EJ Video Challenge for Students. www.epa.gov

 

EPA Internships

Below is a posting of an internship at EPA. Here is the link to it as well: https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/EPA-REG5-WD-2022-01

U.S. DOT Volpe Center Seeks Student Interns for 2022

The US Department of Transportation just posted their announcement for summer interns, seeking both undergraduate and graduate students.  As the new infrastructure act rolls out, there’s a lot of interesting work coming our way.  It’s too early to know about specific projects, but it is likely that they will be working on a variety of topics related to climate change (infrastructure resilience and emission reduction), new technologies, accessibility, equity, and other innovations and investments in all modes of transportation.  They expect to support grant programs, regulatory development and policy decisions.

 

The U.S. DOT Volpe Center is now recruiting talented and diverse individuals to fill the following positions as part of its Pathways Internship Program: Computer Scientists Data Scientists Economists Engineering Psychologists Financial Analysts General Engineers Human Resource Specialists  Policy Analysts Program Support Assistants Operations Research Analysts Most Pathways positions will begin May 2022. Applications will be accepted through December 1, 2021.  The U.S. DOT Volpe Center is located in Kendall Square in the culturally diverse and academically rich city of Cambridge, MA. We offer competitive benefits and a flexible, family-friendly work environment. For our 2022 Pathways program, location is negotiable upon selection. Learn more here, and apply to be a part of the Pathways Internship Program here.

 

Summer 2022 NSF Research Experiences for Undergraduates program: crop diversity and rural livelihoods in Vermont and Uganda

In Summer 2022 the University of Vermont in collaboration with Sterling College and Bioversity International will be hosting an NSF-REU program which provides 8 U.S. undergraduate students from across the country with an 8-week fully funded summer research experience studying relationships between on-farm crop diversity and livelihoods in rural Vermont and rural Uganda. Our program includes 5 weeks of on-campus training in applied social science research methods, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), statistical analysis, and written and oral communication. This training is then followed by a 3-week applied field experience based in Hoima, Uganda [travel conditions allowing] focused on biocultural heritage of crops, crop conservation, sustainable agriculture, and cross-cultural relationships. In the event that international travel is not possible due to Covid-19 restrictions, field experiences will be based at the Rian Fried Center for Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems at Sterling College in Craftsbury, VT, where we will continue to work remotely with our project partners in Uganda.

The REU Site program is open to students all over the country, with a particular emphasis on community college students, 2-year college students, low-income students, and underrepresented groups. We are seeking students who have demonstrated a track record of engagement and hard work, but who also may have not had access to the kinds of hands-on applied interdisciplinary research that our program offers. There is no requirement of strong expertise or past research experience in agriculture, GIS, or social science - just a demonstrated willingness to work hard, learn new techniques, and be a strong member of a student team. The program comes with a generous stipend ($4,800 for the 8-week program) and covers all living and travel expenses for the June-August summer program, including transportation to and from the University of Vermont, and all other airfare, ground travel and lodging expenses.

The application system is currently open via our website, with review of applications to begin January 15th. Any current student who is a U.S. citizen may apply - graduating seniors are not eligible, but all other students, including transferring 2-year degree students, are very welcome https://www.uvm.edu/cals/cdae/reu-in-uganda.

Call for Applications:

NSF REU Program at the University of Vermont and Sterling College

We are now accepting applications for a Summer 2022 NSF Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program based at the University of Vermont and Sterling College. This REU will provide eight American undergraduate students from diverse academic backgrounds an opportunity to conduct interdisciplinary research on the ecological, economic and cultural roles of on-farm crop diversity in rural Vermont and rural Uganda.

Under the eight-week summer REU program students will receive training at the University of Vermont (UVM) in rural development theory, social survey research methods, spatial analysis using Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and written and oral communication. Working with partners in Uganda students will collect and analyze original farm, household and spatial data from smallholder farms and surrounding communities, and work closely with faculty mentors to prepare presentations and manuscripts on links between crop diversity and livelihood outcomes.

Completed applications including 2 letters of recommendation can be submitted online via (https://www.uvm.edu/cals/cdae/reu-in-uganda) and review of applications will begin on January 15^th and continue until filled. The 2022 Summer REU Site program will run from approximately June 14th – August 9^th, with some flexibility depending on Covid-19 travel restrictions, safety precautions, and quarantine needs. All travel costs will be covered by NSF and the summer program includes a generous stipend. All participants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents enrolled at a U.S. college or university at the time of the program (seniors graduating in Spring 2022 are not eligible).

Details about the project and application instructions can be found at: https://www.uvm.edu/cals/cdae/reu-in-uganda 

Spring Course Offering GEOG 430/530 Population Geography

 

Job for alum

Here is an interesting job for an alum! https://www.countyofkane.org/Lists/Jobs/Attachments/1013/Recycling%20Coordinator.pdf.

 

NSF REU Site opportunity for students- summer 2022

This is an opportunity for up students to participate this year in an ongoinginterdisciplinary summer research internship with the NSF-sponsored Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) site at University of Wisconsin-Stout in Menomonie, Wisconsin. 

 

The LAKES (Linking Applied Knowledge in Environmental Sustainability) REU focuses on water quality and phosphorus mitigation in an interdisciplinary manner over an 8 week program (June 9-August 4), with projects in economics, biology, geography, and political science.  Students will be provided with room and board and a generous stipend during their participation in the LAKES program.  

 

This program prioritizes under-represented students, pairing them with mentors in individual projects that collectively will contribute to a more complete understanding of the dynamic interactions of our political economy, our social networks, and our ecosystems.  The review of submitted applications for the 2022 summer program will begin January 24^th . Complete program information can be found here: http://www.uwstout.edu/lakes/. 

Questions can be directed to: lakes@uwstout.edu  

Greenhouse Internship

 Spring 2022 Internship Opportunity

Greenhouse Assistants, unpaid

Montgomery Hall

 

Internship Summary:

The NIU Montgomery Greenhouse is looking for three plant loving, hardworking interns for spring 2022. The position at the greenhouse will require you to roll your sleeves up, get dirty, and assist in all aspects of maintenance in the greenhouse. If you love manual labor, rewarding hard work, and prefer your nails to have soil underneath them, then this is the position for you!

·      Internship hours are every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 1 to 4 pm.

·      Start week of January 19^th through week of May 2^nd 2022

 

Why intern at the greenhouse?

Earn 1-3 credits from hands-on experience with the greenhouse (BIOS 490 or ENVS 492) as your classroom! What could be better than learning about amazing plants and greenhouse management in a warm greenhouse throughout the dead of winter? You will gain invaluable knowledge about how to care for plants that will strengthen your resume as well as your own green thumb. 

 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

·      Handling plants: seeding, propagation, transplanting, pruning, watering, and fertilization.

·      General maintenance of the greenhouse: weeding, cleaning up plant material, cleaning dirty pots and trays.

·      Community outreach: partnering with organizations on campus for plant sales and other events.

·      Public speaking: give tours of the greenhouse to prospecting and current students.

 

Requirements:

·      Enrolled as an NIU student.

·      Majoring in Biological Sciences or Environmental Studies.

·      Able to pass a background check.

·      Ability to lift 25 pounds.

·      Dedicate 9-10 hours/week for internship credit

·      Greenhouse experience not necessary.

·      Energetic and able to work alone, follow directions, and problem solve.

·      Some weekend availability preferred.

 

*Accepting applications on a rolling basis*

For more questions about the position or to apply, send a letter of interest to: 

BIOS students contact: Lynn Schmitz / lschmitz2@niu.edu - Montgomery Hall Office #356

 

ENVS students contact: Melissa Burlingame / mburlingame@niu.edu –Remote only

 

COVID-19 precautions will be mandatory while working in greenhouse at all times  

Social Media for Climate Activism, Online Internship, Spring 2022

SPRING 2022 CLIMATE SOLUTIONS INTERNSHIP 

ONLINE, COLLABORATIVE INTERNSHIP
Social Media for Climate Activism

FIVE HOURS PER WEEK, January 24- April 4, 20201 / Virtual Internship

Gain valuable practical experience working with a team of students from across the world in the development, execution and assessment of a social media campaign in support of a global climate education project, The WorldWide Teach-In on Climate and Justice, set for March 30, 2022. This is a VIRTUAL INTERNSHIP.  You can participate from anywhere on the planet.  You must be available for group strategy meetings, presentations and on-line discussion Monday every week for 90 minutes, either from 8 PM - 9:30 PM ET or  from 11 AM - 12:30 PM ET (New York time). In addition, you must commit to an additional three hours of group and individual work each week. The internship begins on January 24, 2022 and runs through April 4, 2022 for a total of 10 weeks. The internship is not paid. English language proficiency is required. APPLY HERE NOW.

APPLY HERE

Climate change impacts are accelerating, and for many people, the past year has been a climate nightmare of flooding, fire, and record-shattering temperatures. And yet, we still have both the time and the tools to change the future. The work that we all do together over the next year, five years, ten years, will profoundly shape the world to come. In 2022, help us engage half a million students, with their teachers, in serious dialog about what we can and must do to stabilize the climate. 

Intern teams will design, deliver, and evaluate a social media campaign in support of The WorldWide Teach-In on Climate and Justice.  Guest speakers and discussion will focus on the theory and practice of using social media to engage audiences in climate action. Interns who complete the program will receive a certificate, and can request letters of recommendation from Dr. Eban Goodstein, Director of the Bard Graduate Programs in Sustainability, which is the organization sponsoring the internship. Please direct questions to vn7229@bard.edu. 

Job Opportunity at NGRREC

Here are two job opportunities within the Science Communication department at NGRREC. https://jobs.lc.edu/postings/1849 

Media Specialist - NGRREC

Posting Details

Posting Number	20110582
Job Title	Media Specialist - NGRREC
Grade	C41 $47,000 - $75,200
Classification	Salaried Staff
FLSA	Exempt
Rate of Pay	$47,000.00/Commensurate with experience
Type of Position	Full-Time
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Organizational Unit	MFRel-Media Relations
Position Reports To (Title)	Manager, Marketing & Public Relations
Scope of Position	The Science Communicator will lead NGRREC’s communication strategy, including social media, website content and traditional media presence. The Science Communicator will use their scientific background to work closely with NGRREC scientists and staff to translate complex scientific concepts to formats understood by a general audience. The Science Communicator’s work will inform NGRREC’s constituents of the work happening at the Center and other important topics in river science and sustainability taking place across the watershed. This position will spend time on both the Godfrey campus with Marketing and Public Relations as well as at the NGRREC℠ Field Station.
Key Measurable Expectations	The following are KMEs that are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required or assigned. ·          In coordination with NGRREC leadership team and L&C Marketing and Public Relations department, devise and implement communications strategy relevant to all NGRREC constituencies, including the public, policymakers, funders, and scientists.  ·          In close coordination with NGRREC scientists and staff, use science background and communications skills to translate scientific concepts and research results into formats and products that are easily understood by a non-scientist audience. ·          Serve as the Public Information Officer for NGRREC in coordination with L&C Marketing and Public Relations and campus administration; ·          Create, implement and evaluate a comprehensive social media engagement plan for the organization that targets various audiences including the general public, donors, scientist-colleagues, and natural resource managers. Include metrics and measures of success; ·          Manage and coordinate NGRREC’s social media presence across multiple platforms to communicate NGRREC programs. Use social media to engage current and potential donors and members of the community in NGRREC’s work; ·          Serve as primary web coordinator and content creator for the NGRREC website, be NGRREC lead on website reorganization and refresh in coordination with L&C Marketing and Public Relations department and L&C Web Content Editor. ·          Monitor, direct and respond to social media and web inquiries; ·               Supervise and coordinate the daily public relations activities that enhance NGRREC in the minds of all constituencies; ·          In coordination with L&C Marketing and Public Relations and NGRREC Leadership Team, serve as the point person/principal liaison for media contacts and inquiries; ·          Write press releases and with L&C Marketing and Public Relations, coordinate dissemination to appropriate media outlets; ·               Create and publish the NGRREC newsletter; ·               Work closely with the L&C Enrollment Center, program coordinators, and other L&C departments to support communication and engagement of students for the NGRREC internship program, NGRREC-related academic programs at L&C and student employment opportunities; ·          Work closely with the L&C Foundation on communications and events to engage prospective and current donors; ·               Represent NGRREC at events and translate the NGRREC mission and research to the community through in-person events and media products; ·          Assist with planning and preparation of NGRREC events; ·          Develop and coordinate graphic, photography, videography and written content; ·          Monitor, analyze and archive media coverage of NGRREC news and events; ·          Provide other public relations/marketing duties as assigned;
Minimum Qualifications:	Minimum Training and Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions SKILLS REQUIRED   ·         Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, journalism, writing or related fields.  ·         Minimum of 3 years of experience in science-related communications position.  ·         Strong writing skills geared toward general audiences and scientific writing ·         Possess management and leadership skills. ·         Experience in public speaking. ·         Possess strong organizational skills and the ability to self-manage schedule. ·         Knowledge of AP style and writing for the web. ·         Possess strong editing skills; communication skills. ·         Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse team.
Preferred Qualifications	Preferred ·         Scientific writing expertise and experience. ·         Basic graphic design and media layout skills. ·         Development and fundraising experience.