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Applications Open Terps for Change Volunteer for a Semester as Terps For Change Participant! Terps For Change offers a wide array of community service sites; from working to remove invasive species to assisting aging communities, there is no shortage of opportunities with Terps For Change. Volunteers commit to a semester of weekly community service, coupled with 8 weekly dialogues where we reflect and explore the social issues related to our service. Senior T4C participant, Jesse Gerb described how, through the T4C program, he has been able to interact with and help people of varying backgrounds. He stated, "learning about people who are different from you can be great, but actually being able to go out and help people in need is something that I will never forget. I have thoroughly enjoyed my experiences during my time with Terps for Change and will take it with me for years to come." Check out more info about this program and apply now. To apply, log into OrgSync

Winter 2019 courses The Landscape Architecture program at UMD is offering a variety of winter term courses geared toward design GIS, and modeling. See descriptions below! LARC 121 - Digital Design Futures (GenEd: DSSP) - Students are provided with the opportunity to 1) explore basic design principles and practice, 2) explore and apply computer concepts and principles, 3) learn and apply basic computer tools used in landscape architecture and allied disciplines, and 4) demonstrate competency in design vocabulary and computer applications through demonstrated deliverables used in the built environment design fields. LARC 453 - Introduction to GIS and Hydrologic Modeling - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and their application to hydrologic modeling. Basic GIS skills are used to manipulate and analyze spatial data to populate NRCS TR-55 hydrologic model for use in sizing constructed wetlands, bio-retention cells, and minor flood zones. No prior knowledge of GI

DC Policy Intern - Spring 2019 Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance The Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance (SUWA) is dedicated to the preservation of the outstanding wilderness at the heart of the Colorado Plateau in Utah, and the management of these lands in their natural state for the benefit of all Americans. SUWA promotes local and national recognition of the region's unique character, and supports both administrative and legislative initiatives to permanently protect the wild places in Utah within the National Wilderness Preservation System. SUWA's legislative staff in D.C. focuses on a large array of public land issues -- including lobbying for or against wilderness proposals, communicating with federal land management agencies, and tracking energy legislation. To read about the internship, including how to apply, visit: https://www.idealist.org/en/nonprofit-internship/df5b8c6f13ba45a19c90fed3876990b5-dc-policy-intern-southern-utah-wilderness-alliance-southern-utah-wi

Winter 2019 courses The Department of Geographical Sciences is offering NEW 1-credit courses that introduce students to GIS (Geographic Information Systems) and Python.    See flyers below for details!

Academic Success Guide The Department of Resident Life created an Academic Success Guide for students as we gear up for FINALS WEEK.   This guide contains tips on how to prepare for final exams, use resources on campus, recognize your abilities, and stay healthy! Please remember that everyone in the ENSP program is here to support you and provide you will tools on campus to help you succeed!   Access the guide HERE .

External Scholarship Opportunities Available Doris Duke Conservation Scholars Program Awarded By: University of California Santa Cruz Awarded To: College freshman, sophomores, and juniors from groups traditionally underrepresented in conservation, across disciplines, who can contribute to diversifying, redefining, and strengthening efforts to protect land, wildlife and water Deadline: February 8 More Info: http://conservationscholars.ucsc.edu RAY Marine Conservation Diversity Fellowship Awarded By: Underrepresented Student in the Marine Conservation Field Awarded To: Undergraduate College Students Graduating in June/July Deadline: January 3 – March 15 More Info: https://rayconservationfellows.org/home Cultural Resources Diversity Internship Program Awarded By: American Conservation Experience (ACE) Awarded To: Diverse Undergraduate and Graduate Students and Recent Graduates Interested in Historic Preser

Climate Change Internship The Climatographers The Climatographers are looking for interns interested in climate change as well as developing knowledge management skills that will serve them well in their careers. A one-page description of the internship is available here: https://climatographer.com/interns/ .

Applications now open! Doris Duke Conservation Scholars Program Applications for the Doris Duke Conservation Scholars Program are open!  Each winter the program selects early-undergraduate Scholars from around the country to participate in a two-year conservation mentorship program centered on the summers between academic years. Their goal is to serve students from all backgrounds, including groups traditionally underrepresented in conservation, who can contribute to diversifying, redefining, and strengthening efforts to protect land, wildlife and water. They admit college freshmen and sophomores, at a stage when they can support their undergraduate careers and their choices as they graduate.  During the first year, Scholars participate on an eight-week, intensive summer course integrating conservation design, leadership and research experiences while traveling with a close group of peers and mentors. During the second summer, Scholars pursue eight-week conservation practice in

Internships and Opportunities The Office of Sustainability has provided a list of exciting opportunities here on campus and off! https://sustainability.umd.edu/get-involved/students/internships-opportunities If you are interested in an internship with the Office of Sustainability, please email sustainability@umd.edu and they can provide more information about upcoming opportunities .

Internship Opportunities National Park Service The U. S. National Park Service (NPS) National Capital Region (NCR), Office of Natural Resources and Science (NRS) is seeking to fill paid internship positions. Interns will work closely with the NPS Urban Ecology Research Learning Alliance’s Science Education Coordinator. UERLA is a National Park Service Research Learning Center that serves 16 parks in National Capital Region. They translate complex research results into readily understandable information, providing research, education, and technical assistance for parks. UERLA also provides science communication outreach to park managers and external audiences via websites, workshops, and publications. UERLA maintains research and education partnerships with universities, not-for- profit, education, and other federal agencies. The education activities of UERLA include providing training opportunities for NPS staff and partners, participating in science education programs, and building

Spring 2019 Internships Chesapeake Climate Action Network Chesapeake Climate Action Network, the first grassroots, nonprofit organization dedicated exclusively to fighting global warming in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. is hiring interns for the upcoming spring semester. If you are interested in applying or know someone else who might be, check out our website HERE < http://chesapeakeclimate.org/category/jobs/ >, where you can find a comprehensive list of openings and application instructions. All positions require a resume and some require supplemental writing samples. The open internships include: Non-Profit Management & Fundraising (Takoma Park, MD) < http://chesapeakeclimate.org/jobs/non-profit-mgt-fundraising-intern/ > Communications and Social Media (Takoma Park, MD) < http://chesapeakeclimate.org/jobs/spring-communications-internship/ > MD Clean Energy (Takoma Park, MD) < http://chesapeakeclimate.org/jobs/md-cleanenergyinternship/ > B

Upcoming Job Vacancies U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service will announce vacancies for more than 75 positions! Vacancies will be advertised the first week of January 2019. Be sure to check back on USAJOBS !

Spring 2019 Internships at Center for American Progress CAP is looking to hire two interns for the Spring 2019 semester. Both are paid and based in DC. Links with more details are below. Thanks! 1. Public Lands & Oceans Intern: https://www.americanprogress.org/about/jobs/460052/energy-environment-internship-public-lands-ocean-policy/ 2. Energy & Climate Intern: https://www.americanprogress.org/about/jobs/460093/energy-environment-internship-energy-climate-policy/

Brookside Gardens College Internship Program Dates: Mid-May – Mid-August (12 Weeks) Brookside Gardens is seeking undergraduate students and recent graduates to fill paid summer intern positions. This is an opportunity for motivated individuals to work closely with professionals in a public garden setting, learning first-hand about the varied facets of operating a public garden with extraordinary plant collections and displays, a diverse customer base, and engaging learning opportunities. Experience and skills obtained through the internship will prepare participants for professional positions in related fields within the green industry and will complement undergraduate or graduate studies in horticulture or related fields. This will be a 40 hour/week position and will include work during some evenings and weekends. Duties : Interns will rotate through several sections throughout the gardens and will work on projects crucial to Brookside Gardens’ operations in each department. I

Upcoming Webinar Transportation Planning For those interested in urban planning, sustainable transportation, GIS applications, etc. Fehr & Peers is hosting an Unfiltered Career Insights webinar on November 28th from 4-5pm Pacific Time. Students are invited to participate in a webinar about growing a transportation career at Fehr & Peers. Gain insight from our panelists of staff who started their careers at Fehr & Peers and hear what they are doing to accelerate their professional growth. Learn more about the webinar and register to attend: http://www.fehrandpeers.com/unfiltered-career-insights/

Internship Opportunities Montgomery County Department of Parks   The Montgomery County Department of Parks seeks either a graduate or undergraduate level Natural Resource Intern in the Resource Analysis Section of the Park Planning and Stewardship Division to help manage the stewardship of 457 miles of streams, 26,000 acres of forest and more than 500 lakes, ponds and stormwater management facilities in the 38,000 acre park system. The successful candidate will have interest and/or knowledge in one or more of the following fields: aquatic ecology, fisheries, entomology, biological monitoring, stream restoration, land use planning, and/or GIS. The Resource Analysis Section staff plans and coordinates an inter-agency effort to inventory and monitor the aquatic macro-invertebrates, fish, and aquatic habitats in Montgomery County Park streams, ponds, and lakes in support of the Countywide Stream Protection Strategy, Watershed Restoration Plans, Area and Park Master Plans, Operation &

CONSERVE Paid Summer Intern Program CONSERVE (COordinating Nontraditional Sustainable watER Use in Variable climatEs) is a Center of Excellence at the nexus of sustainable water reuse, food, and health. Our leading team of scientists and educators are investigating sources of nontraditional irrigation water that can provide safe, transformative on‐farm solutions for food crops and reduce the nation’s agricultural water challenges that are exacerbated by climate change. With projects located at universities throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Southwest, we are looking for undergraduate student interns to assist us in our research and education efforts. We are currently looking for assistance on projects focusing on water quality analysis, on-farm water treatment technology testing, spatial analysis and mapping, consumer behavior and economics, educational media development, and farmer education and outreach. Find out more about our opportunities by going to http://conservewaterforfoo

Free On-Campus Screening - Blue Planet II The Sustainable Ocean Alliance Chapter at UMD is organizing a free screening of A Blue Planet 2 next Wednesday, November 14 at 7:30 in HJ Patterson. Details below!

GIS Internship Novogradac & Company LLP Novogradac & Company LLP is a national mid-sized certified public accounting and consulting firm with offices in Bethesda, MD. They are looking to add an intern to their GIS team; preferably someone who enjoys GIS and is eager to learn python. https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/gis-intern-at-novogradac-company-llp-948665498/?utm_campaign=google_jobs_apply&utm_source=google_jobs_apply&utm_medium=organic

On-campus Internships Available National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism (START) START's Spring 2019 Internship Application closes this weekend, on Sunday, November 11th! Internship project descriptions and the spring application can be found on the Internships page of START's website and via the link below.   https://www.start.umd.edu/careers/internships   Want to know more about START's Program? We are excited to announce that we will be providing two information sessions via webinar about START's Internship Program, available for interested applicants! The dates are scheduled for Tuesday, September 25th at 2pm EST and Thursday, October 25th at 1pm EST . For more information and to sign up for the webinars, please see their website: 09/25 Info Session: https://www.start.umd.edu/events/virtual-information-session-internship-program-925 10/25 Info Session: https://www.start.umd.edu/events/virtual-information-session-intern

Spring 2018 Internship Lake Roland - Baltimore County Recreation & Parks   Lake Roland - Baltimore County Recreation & Parks is looking for a student who is pursuing a degree in Environmental Studies, Biology, Recreation & Parks, Park Management, Conservation, Environmental Planning, History, Education, or a related field. Interns will handle and provide care for resident animals, assist in planning/executing educational programs, and work with Rangers and Naturalists to complete park/trail maintenance projects.   While they cannot pay interns, they will work with universities to provide course/internship credit for the student(s). Interested? Candidates should send their resume, cover letter, and three references to Kelly Hilton at khilton@baltimorecountymd.gov as soon as possible.    

Internship positions at the U.S. Geological Survey Patuxent Wildlife Research Center   There are openings for unpaid internship positions at the U.S. Geological Survey Patuxent Wildlife Research Center in Laurel, MD, starting ASAP and continuing into the winter, with the possibility of extension into the spring/summer. This internship involves assisting with animal care and research at a captive colony of sea ducks and diving ducks. Primary responsibilities include: assisting with daily care of birds  performing maintenance/cleaning tasks     In addition to the primary responsibilities listed, the intern may have the opportunity to assist with research if there are active research projects.   The ideal applicant: will have experience working with animals (preference with birds), and be willing to work outside in all weather conditions. The internship is part-time during the work-week, and requires a minimum of six (6) hours a week. Course credit through the university may

UMD Wind Turbine Competition Are you interested in ways to use the things you learn in school to combat global climate change? Are you curious about how gigantic wind turbines work? Do you want to learn about the future of alternative energy systems from cutting edge researchers? We are starting a team to compete in a Department of Energy wind turbine competition this year, and want you on board. It should be an extremely fun and interesting time-- We will construct a small prototype wind turbine and build a business plan around it. We will then travel to the NREL Laboratories in Colorado and test our turbine in a wind tunnel against other universities. We are also starting a seminar series where you'll learn about the future of wind energy from top experts in industry and research.  Our chances look pretty good-- a few years ago, UMD won first place, but it takes serious work! It will require a combination of aerospace, mechanical, materials, electrical, and civil enginee

RESTORE Career Fair Our friends in ENST are hosting a career fair open to students interested in environmental careers! A few organizations (and alumni!) represented include the Maryland Department of the Environment, Blue Water Baltimore, Penn Avenue Construction, the U.S. Forest Service, and more. RSVP Today!

Upcoming Career Events Careers Panels Careers in Ag Extension Tuesday, November 13 from 5-6:30pm This panel seeks to inform students about career paths within agricultural extension. Agricultural extension is the application of scientific research and knowledge to agricultural practices through education. The panel will feature professionals in agriculture, environmental & natural resources, food safety and systems, and youth development. Students will also get the opportunity to network and learn about potential volunteer, internship and job opportunities. Questions: contact Christina Farmer, cgfarmer@umd.edu Workshops Government Contracting as a Career Strategy - Webinar   Monday, November 5, 2018 / 3pm to 4:30pm / Virtual Event-- RSVP here! How does working for a government contractor differ from working directly with the federal government? Which option is right for you? The answer often is a matter of timing and personal preference. Join us online as our pa