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Legislative Intern (Fall 2020, Washington, DC / remote)  This intern will conduct research on energy policy, economics, congressional records, health effects of climate change, etc. Other responsibilities include data entry using Salesforce, congressional research for biographies and meetings, cross checking field reports, uploading data to websites, and more. Reports to Vice President of Legislation and Research in Washington, DC. Interns will complete 15 hours per week, 2-3 weekdays 10am-3pm (openings vary).  https://citizensclimatehighered.org/chapter-interns

Attention  FIRST YEAR STUDENTS  planning studies in atmospheric and oceanic sciences, environmental engineering, environmental sciences and policy, or ANY major with a strong environmental focus or interest!   The Hollings Scholarship provides two-year academic scholarships (up to a maximum of $9,500 per year) for full-time study, and a 10-week, full-time, paid internship position ($700/week) the summer after junior year at a NOAA facility. In the last six years, 29 Maryland students have won Hollings Scholarships! You must be a  SECOND YEAR STUDENT  (sophomore) to apply for a Hollings Scholarship, but learning about the opportunity early will help you develop your activities and experiences to become competitive candidates next year! To learn more, please  click here to complete a brief questionnaire , or write to us at  noaahollings@umd.edu Eligibility requirements: applicants for Hollings Scholarships must be US Citizens; and must have GPA's of 3.0 or higher each semester and in

The AGNR Academic Programs Office is looking to hire new Peer Mentors for the 2020/2021 academic year!    There are openings for ENSP students to apply! Note : you must be in an AGNR-sponsored concentration to qualify  (Wildlife; Environmental Econ; Environment and Agriculture; and Soil, Water, Land Resources) A little bit about the Peer Mentors: Our team is made up of current AGNR students who each represent one of our great majors/departments! Mentors report directly to the AGNR Academic Programs Office in Symons Hall and assist undergraduate students with everyday campus issues, advising, registration, and so much more. If you are interested in applying for this  paid position , please review the following qualifications and complete the attached application: Note: Given the changes to the Fall 2020 semester, Peer Mentoring will be made available online and in-person based on the availability of each worker so please do not let concern prevent you from applying! Minimum Qualificatio

Understanding your Fall 2020 courses Along with the updated Schedule of Classes, Testudo also has a really helpful guide that you can refer to if you have questions about your courses. To access the guide: Go to www.testudo.umd.edu Inside the yellow box at the top you'll see "Information about Fall 2020 course offerings can be found here ." (click that link) This guide answers all your questions about class format, delivery method, expectations, etc. Common questions I've been getting are: Why does the time say "TBA"? Why can't I see all of my classes on my student schedule? What does blended mean? Do I have to go to class on the assigned time? You'll also see other information about adjusting your schedule, waitlists, and search functions.

Multiple Internships She Grows It She Grows It ™ is an environmental sustainability, research, and public affairs consulting firm based in Washington, D.C., with offices in Dakar, Senegal. We meld public service values and subject matter expertise to offer customized program management, organizational development, and strategic communication and marketing services that are smart, responsible, and meet your goals for lasting success and impact. They have many internship opportunities available: Environmental Sustainability Internship  Management Internship Marketing and Communications Internship  International Relations and Development Internship Read more and apply here: https://www.shegrowsit.com/careers

Food Policy Intern Friends of the Earth Project Description Friends of the Earth seeks an intern for its Climate-Friendly Food campaign, a project of the Food & Agriculture Program. The Climate-Friendly Food campaign works to reduce consumption of industrial animal foods; grow the market and policy support for regenerative, grass-fed and organic meat and dairy; and support a rapid and large-scale shift towards plant-forward, climate-conscious procurement, sustainable diets, and regenerative agriculture. The Food Policy Intern will assist in conducting grassroots and stakeholder outreach to support our school food and municipal work, help with meeting and event logistics, conduct research to support public policy and market-based campaigns, and draft public outreach materials. Read more and apply here:   https://foe.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php?id=11

Internships available EcoAgriculture Partners EcoAgriculture Partners is the leading non-profit champion of integrated landscape management, helping communities and organizations grow healthy and resilient places from the grassroots up. Our Vision: A world of resilient and sustainable landscapes that support healthy people; thriving livelihoods; restored biodiversity, ecosystems and climate stability; and abundant food and forest products grown in harmony with nature. Our Mission: EcoAgriculture Partners enables local landscape partnerships to connect people in long-term collaboration, access finance, and influence policy to advance integrated landscape management. Our Values: EcoAgriculture Partners emphasizes respect for cultural diversity and self-determination. We work with a wide range of partners and collaborators – from farmers and community organizations to international businesses, policy makers, and donors – providing direct support, education, training, research, an

Apply today! UMD Peer Educators/Advisors Office of Sustainability Description:   Are you interested in teaching other students about sustainability? The Office of Sustainability is seeking Sustainability Advisors to teach freshmen about sustainability and ways to get involved with sustainability initiatives on campus. Sustainability Advisors visit UNIV 100, HONR 100, Scholars Colloquium, and other first-year seminar classes to teach a 60-minute lesson. You would receive training in September and then teach the lesson to classes throughout October and November based on your availability. The total time commitment is 15-20 hours over three months. This program - including training and teaching sessions - will probably be fully online for the Fall 2020 semester. To Apply:  Make a short (1-2 minute) video of yourself explaining why you want to be a Sustainability Advisor, what courses you’ve taken that have increased your understanding of sustainability concepts, and if you are in

ACE Virtual Webinar Series Resumes for the Ag & Natural Resources Sectors Presented by Christina Farmer, Program Director AGNR  Thursday, July 23, 2020 @ 4:00 pm (ET) Event Description : A resume is a document where students can articulate the skills that they develop through meaningful experiences within their academic curriculum, or experiential learning such as internships. A well written resume can help you stand out amongst the competition to employers and hiring managers. In this workshop, attendees will learn about specific resume tips for the ag and natural resources sector.  Registration Information: Register in advance for this virtual webinar using this link: https://umd.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0pcumorD4pGtLMSaaO0IKiiHRTWmL9JuSh After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Online option for CHEM lab ​​For those who were planning to take CHEM131/132 this fall, you'll see that CHEM131 (lecture) is completely online. Though the Chem department is offering CHEM132 lab as a face-to-face course in the Fall, there is an online option.   It is listed separately as CHEM132V .

Fall 2020 Schedule of Classes Updated Testudo is now live with the updated Fall 2020 Schedule of Classes. Updates to Testudo happen overnight, not immediately, so keep checking back daily for possible updates. The Registrar's website has lots of helpful information to guide you through these changes (for example, what does "blended" mean? what's the difference between synchronous and asynchronous?).  ENSP courses will be offered as follows: ENSP101 - ONLINE ENSP305- ONLINE ENSP330 - BLENDED ENSP340 - mistakenly listed as in-person, but will be BLENDED ENSP400 - mistakenly listed as in-person, but will be BLENDED  Class Attendance Expectations: Whether the class is face-to-face or online, if class meeting days/times are indicated on your student schedule, you are expected to regularly attend each of those classes on the days/times indicated. Students will not be forced to come to campus if they do not feel safe doing so. However, if you are

Fall 2020 internship Association for Conflict Resolution (ACR) Environment and Public Policy (EPP) Section Are you a current or recent graduate student looking for a fall internship? The Environmental and Public Policy (EPP) Section of the Association for Conflict Resolution and the Meadows Center are looking for a fall intern with an interest in pursuing a career in environmental conflict resolution and public policy. This is a paid or for-credit remote internship from Sept. 1 - Dec. 12 (with some flexibility in the dates). Applications will be accepted until August 15, or until the position is filled. Apply today: https://bit.ly/EPP-Fall2020 !

2020 Coastal and Island Virtual Conference The Center for Watershed Protection’s 2020 Coastal & Island Specialty Conference will focus on the unique challenges of these communities including the interrelationships of watersheds stormwater management, water quality, and climate resiliency. An opportunity to hear about the broad spectrum of topics and to take a deeper dive into the issues, this conference will focus on connecting those that live and work in areas surrounded by water, information sharing on the most applicable topics of concern, and hearing about case studies as a way to share experiences and best practices. Read more and register here: https://www.cwp.org/2020-coastal-island-conference/

ENSP Alum Featured in Terp Magazine Atara Bernstein (ENSP Land Use Class of 2013) is the co-founder of the women-led foodie community Pineapple Collaborative. Last year, she was featured in Forbes' 30 Under 30 List , and most recently in the June 2020 edition of Terp Magazine. Citing her education, “While I was at Maryland, I learned a lot about the idea of environmental justice and sustainability,” Bernstein said. “Those ideas have really shaped the ethical code and the values of Pineapple today, and how we’ve launched our products and how we think about our content, too.”  Learn more about Atara's business by reading the full article here: https://terp.umd.edu/cooking-collaboratively/#.XwW75yhKg2x

Fall 2020 Internships Stimson Center, Washington DC For three decades, Stimson has been a leading voice on urgent global issues. Founded in the twilight years of the Cold War, the Stimson Center pioneered practical new steps toward stability and security in an uncertain world. Today, as changes in power and technology usher in a challenging new era, Stimson is at the forefront: Engaging new voices, generating innovative ideas and analysis, and building solutions to promote international security, prosperity, and justice. Stimson organizes its work in cross-program research areas: Nonproliferation, Technology and Trade, Resources and Climate, International Order and Conflict, Asia, and US Foreign Policy. There are numerous internships available this fall, including: Environmental Security Program Internship Southeast Asia GIS Internship View all positions here: https://www.stimson.org/careers/employment/

Paid Internships U.S. Forest Service Hispanic Access Foundation’s MANO Project is offering enriching paid internship experiences for Latinx college students and upcoming professionals who are passionate about public land conservation and natural resources. We'd like to ask for your help in sharing these opportunities with talented Latinx students and recent grads who may be interested in getting work experience with the U.S. Forest Service.  There are a total of 24 positions available throughout the country. Here are some positions that are anticipated to start September 21, 2020: 3 - Special Uses Resource Assistants in Colorado 1 - Special Uses Resource Assistant in California 1 - Graphic Designer in Colorado 1 - Hydrology Intern in Arizona 1 - Public Affairs Fellow in Arizona 1 - Water Resources Fellow in New Mexico Applications can be submitted through our website: My Access to a Network of Opportunities (MANO) Project . The deadline for the Forest Service position

Fall 2020 Internships Chesapeake Climate Action Network Chesapeake Climate Action Network is currently advertising internships positions for the Fall 2020 semester.  Below are the position listings; visit the following link to learn more about each one and to apply:  https://chesapeakeclimate.org/jobs/ Fall Internship: Fundraising & Development Fall Internship: Legal Fall Internship: Maryland Grassroots Fall Internship: Intern Assistant to the Executive Director