ENSP Advising Blog

Th e Ocean Mammal Institute, are a non-profit organization that offers an internship every January teaching field research methods on Humpback whales in Maui, Hawaii. We have offered this course for over 20 years and many of you have provided us with excellent students in the past. The majority of applicants we get are in the science field but we accept all majors!  Below you'll fine a link to the mini-documentary that explains some of our institution's history and goals, while giving a taste of the amazing experience offered to students. This video can be found on our website here:  Internships - Ocean mammal institute  or on youtube at  Ocean Mammal Institute - Hawaii Internship - YouTube

Dr. Jen nifer Mullinax will be holding an information session for wildlife students who may be interested in graduate school.  Details below: Date: October 4, 2022 Time: 6 to 8 PM Where: Animal science building, room 0422

The School of Public Health’s Community Engagement, Environmental Justice and Health (CEEJH) team seeks a Social Media Intern to help showcase CEEJH’s activities and successes and to elevate timely environmental justice issues through our social media accounts. It is a nine-month position for 10-15 hours per week at a rate of $15.00 - $18.00 per hour depending on experience. The intern will report to CEEJH’s Social Media Manager.  This internship will provide a creative and motivated student with the opportunity to develop their creative multimedia and social media skills in a virtual professional work environment. The Intern will use their creative skills to create new content and amplify CEEJH content in the areas of environmental justice, health disparities, climate change, environmental health, the built environment, community science, our GIS (geospatial information systems) products, services, stories, and events. Social Media Intern Responsibilities: ● Create written, graphic,

Undergraduate  Student  Research   Assistant   in Waste to Energy  The Bioenergy and Bioprocessing Technology Laboratory under   th e direction of Dr. Stephanie Lansing in the Department of Environmental Science and Technology is looking to hire a part-time (15-20 hours/week)  Undergraduate   Rese arch   Assistant  for waste to energy  research . The work involves collecting and analyzing food waste, manure, wastewater, and municipal solid waste. Analyzing samples in the laboratory for organic content, energy production potential, and other parameters. The student would also be responsible for inputting data into Excel spreadsheets, washing laboratory glassware, filtering samples, and keeping the laboratory environment clean. The student must be comfortable working with laboratory equipment, food waste/manure samples. Previous lab experience is a plus, but not necessary.  The student must show a demonstrated work ethic, attention to detail, a willingness to learn, and stick to a punctu

Northern Illinois University’s Department of Anthropology is accepting applicants for its Master’s degree program. Dr. Emily McKee invites applicants interested in environmental anthropology, in particular. Through a partnership with NIU’s Institute for the Study of the Environment, Sustainability, and Energy, one graduate teaching assistantship is reserved for an excellent MA candidate with an environmental focus. (Additional assistantships are available for students with other specialties, as well.) NIU offers a wealth of expertise in environmental anthropology across the subfields, including  faculty research  in climate change, agriculture and food systems, environmental justice, resource conflicts, spiritual ecology, and sustainability and conservation, as well as  interdisciplinary environmental research .   Please see the Anthropology  graduate studies page  for information on the graduate program, including program requirements, all  faculty  currently accepting graduate studen

 

The annual Career and Internship Fair, hosted by the University Career Center, provides UMD students and alumni with an opportunity to meet with employers to discuss internship, full-time and part-time employment opportunities.  Employers are looking forward to meeting undergraduate and graduate students! Business professional attire is requested.    Open to all majors, alumni, faculty/staff (and spouses). The University Career Center hosts the largest recruiting event for the fall, connecting employers with UMD's students over several days. Over 300 employers have registered!  Student  prep events For more information & register information click here: go.umd.edu/fairseries  

Did you know the Environmental Science and Policy Program is celebrating its 25th year?! To commemorate this occasion, the ENSP program will be hosting a series of events in October to highlight our program and celebrate our students. We hope you can join us for some (or all!) of our celebratory events this October.  Details and registration information can be found at the following links: October 5 - Reception and Student Showcase October 14 - Annual Symposium   October 22 - Homecoming Tailgate   Please help us spread the word and share with your fellow ENSP friends and colleagues. 

 

 

The Garden Club of America is offering scholarship funds for students studying conservation, ecology, horticulture, pollinator research, botany, environmental studies and related fields.   View all scholarships and awards HERE .

U21 Global Citizens Program (Online) The Office of International Affairs is pleased to offer the   Universitas 21 (U21) Global Citizens program to a select group of 75 students.  Program dates : October 3 -21, 2022 Program cost:     $0 View details and apply at:  go.umd.edu/u21gc22 Apply  by SEPTEMBER 18 During this   three-week experiential online course , you will develop the necessary leadership skills to advance your understanding of the most pressing global challenges of our time. Connecting and collaborating with a cohort of students from across U21’s international network, you will design projects that prepare you to take rapid action on  the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) , collaborate with diverse networks, challenge preconceptions, and live and maintain your values and integrity. Participants will be awarded a   Global Citizenship micro-credential from Common Purpose and U21, which demonstrates that they have the skills necessary to tackle complex global issues as

Terp to Terp Campus ReStore is now accepting applications for our Program Assistant position. Interested undergraduate students  can visit our Resident Life employment site  http://reslife.umd.edu/ employment/  to find the position posting. Please share with students who might be interested. Fall 2022 - Spring 2023, 8 hours per week, $15/hour Under the direction of the Department of Resident Life Coordinator for Sustainability Programs, the Program Assistant will assist with the operations of   UMD Terp to Terp Campus ReStore . A Program Assistant will gain valuable experience in community-based sustainability education that encourages a culture of social responsibility and reduction of waste generation. Responsibilities include  customer service, site organization, assisting with donation drives, and program development. Position made possible by the University of Maryland Sustainability Fund

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEWS The Maryland Clean Energy Center (MCEC) was created in 2008 to encourage the transformation of the energy economy. MCEC works to implement financing solutions that catalyze the growth of business, create jobs, and make clean energy technologies, products and services affordable and accessible for Maryland consumers.  The Center for Climate Strategies (CCS) was created in 2004 to help governments and stakeholders work together to develop and implement multi objective climate change solutions in all economic sectors and levels of government.  JOB DESCRIPTION Seeking one-year full or significant part time Fellow to support the development, launch and operation of the Maryland Climate Change Catalytic (C3) Fund with possible term extension and/or transition to a longer-term fund management position based on performance and qualifications. The Fellow will work closely with and support a team of professional staff and consultants at the Maryland Clean Energy Center (MC

The Center for Global Sustainability - Office of Strategic Engagement is currently hiring for three separate internships, a Communications and Research Intern, Digital Intern, and a Project Engagement Intern.   Link to the posting is on their website:  https://cgs.umd.edu/ about/job-opportunities

Care about the environment? Looking for environmentally-related professional and networking opportunities? Want to join a community of sustainability-driven individuals? Rush  Epsilon Eta - UMD's Professional Co-ed Environmental Honors Fraternity!  We are open to ALL majors and ALL years.  Rush is from 9/20-9/30!   See the attached flyer and follow us on Instagram (@epsilon.eta.umd) for more details.  

  Join us for the first-ever Justice Week on September 12-16, 2022. We have an all-star   lineup   of speakers and guests but most importantly we want to hear from you! So, join the conversation as we discuss how to advance racial equity, provide support for underserved communities and determine a just and equitable path toward a new energy future. During Justice Week, Wednesday, September 14, 2022, and Friday, September 16,   2022,   will be open to the public!  Learn more: https://www.energy.gov/diversity/events/justice-week-2022 

ICF is currently accepting applications for   Summer 2023 Public Policy Interns . Interns will help process and analyze public comments on a variety of executive rules. The linked job posting describes required skills.   There is also a  Full-Time Policy Researcher  position that is great for those looking for something entry-level..  Insider tip: Interviewers often ask about capstone work since this team functions very similarly! Anyone applying that has completed their capstone should definitely include that on their resume. Managers work with clients to build timelines for deliverables, the team works on individual tasks for the project with some collaboration, then we have a group of 5 or so people all writing the deliverables (usually a report and a powerpoint). 

First, the Fall Career and Internship Fair is just around the corner! We have FOUR days of employers coming to campus ( virtually and in-person ), so be sure to check Careers4Terps to see who is attending each day and make your plan. We have many opportunities to prepare, I've attached a full list, but a few I'd like to highlight:   Pizza & Prepare for the Fair with Employers (two options!) Mon, Sept 26 | 12-1pm | UCC-3100 Hornbake, South Wing | RSVP here on Careers4Terps w/ CIA & Accenture Tues, Sept 27 | 12-1pm | UCC-3100 Hornbake, South Wing | RSVP here on Careers4Terps Virtual Technical Resume Reviews with USDA-APHIS Mon, Sept 12 | 12-2pm | Sign-up for a time-slot here Tues, Sept 13 |   2-4pm | Sign-up for a time-slot here Virtual General Resume Reviews with USDA-APHIS Thurs, Sept 22 | 12-2pm | Sign-up for a time-slot here      Fri, Sept 23 |   2-4pm | Sign-up for a time-slot here   Tues, Sept 27 | 12-2pm | Sign-up for a time-slot here Intern for a Da