ENSP Advising Blog

Each year, the Business Network for Offshore Wind hosts the  I nternational Partnering Forum (IPF) , which is  l argest Offshore Wind energy conference in the United States.  From one-on-one networking to sessions on the latest industry developments, IPF is dedicated to growing the offshore wind energy industry. The conference will be packed with cutting-edge educational programming, esteemed speaker faculty, an exhibit hall filled with global companies, networking opportunities and more.  This year is the 10 th  anniversary of IPF, and we are extremely excited to be hosting the event back where it all started a decade ago:   Baltimore, Maryland . From March 28th-30th,  industry experts from around the world converge to share best business practices, the most advanced technical and scientific findings, and policy updates impacting offshore wind. IPF connects global leaders and businesses in the supply chain, offers unparalleled networking opportunities, and delivers the most timely and

Are you ready to jump start your post-graduation planning? If you are interested in general advice on post-graduation planning, Mrs. Joanna Goger, Principal Lecturer in ENSP, is available to meet with you virtually on Fridays this semester between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.  This is a useful opportunity for juniors and seniors who will be graduating soon! Please e-mail Mrs Goger at   jgoger@umd.edu   if you are interested in setting up a meeting. In your e-mail, please provide: 3 time slots that you are available virtually on Fridays this semester between 9 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. If you are not available during this time, please indicate alternate dates and times that you are available. A two-sentence description of what you think you might like to do after graduation; and at least one question that you would like answered at the meeting.

The Plant Futures Initiative (PF) is a non-profit educational organization dedicated to equipping and empowering the next generation of ethical leaders and entrepreneurs in the plant-forward food system. There are a growing number of students who are  eager to work in the plant-based food sector and seek the resources needed to equip them for the increasing amount of opportunities. We work with students to develop an authentic path of impact both on campus and beyond.  In response to this demand, we are currently expanding the program we began at UC Berkeley in 2021 to a growing network of 30 university chapters.  Our chapter programming consists of community building around food systems curriculum and experiential learning that help facilitate the acquisition of internships, jobs, and mentors for our students. By joining a chapter, students can expect to connect with like-minded peers and experts engaged in multidisciplinary focused work to improve food-related outcomes.   We are exci

  Applications to join the exhibition during COP28 are now open  here ,

 Want to be a park ranger?  Patuxent is hiring!  It's an entry-level job (recent grads and graduating seniors!) and open to the public.  Great opportunity for a start in a federal agency.  View the full description and apply here.

  Would you like to experience how climate change is impacting communities in a rapidly-growing developing country and learn about measures which are being taken to adapt to or otherwise cope with the emerging risks? Over recent decades, Vietnam’s Mekong Delta region has emerged as one of the world’s most productive agricultural areas, resulting in high levels of trade and major progress in poverty reduction. Yet, this region’s people, economy, and infrastructure are highly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change. You will see what this means on the ground and learn about what people are doing to anticipate and respond to these changes. This course will help students meet their academic course requirements plus satisfy a need for adventure.  By participating in this program, you will: Increase your understanding of the multidimensional impacts of climate change on communities in developing countries and how these impacts are perceived by a wide set of stakeholders; Gain an understa

 

Climate-Resilient Development: Vietnam's Mekong Delta Region Short Summer Course, June 11 to July 1, 2023 Experience how climate change is impacting communities in a rapidly-growing developing country. Students will travel throughout Vietnam's Mekong Delta region to see how one of the world's most productive agricultural regions is adapting to climate change and aiming to reduce its own environmental footprint. Perspectives will be provided by farmers, fishers, scientists, economists, community leaders, and representatives of government officials, NGOs and international development agencies. The faculty for this course will be Steven Jaffee (UMD, AREC) and several leading specialists at Can Tho University.   Join Zoom Meeting https://umd.zoom.us/j/ 6435359773?pwd= ZTlLbkdJMTNXU0ZPbHZHK25GV2pHZz 09

 

 

 The Student Conservation Association is hiring Summer 2023 interns. At the SCA, we're a national non-profit changing lives through hands-on conservation work in the outdoors. If you're looking to learn new skills and help protect green spaces across the country, we can help. Join The Crew! Visit www.thesca.org.

Are you interested in gaining professional experience through Federal agencies, non-profits, NGOs, state and local government offices, advocacy groups,  think tanks,   international organizations, and more? Our one-year   program combines a fall 202 3  seminar, taught by expert practitioners with a spring 202 4  internship (both for college credit), and includes professional development workshops and one-on-one advising throughout the year.  This is a unique active-learning opportunity to integrate your academics with real world experience and explore future goals. Join an engaged, multi-disciplinary, and passionate student cohort and become part of a thriving 1300+ alumni network for life!  Includes sophomores, juniors and seniors! Program Perks Include: Your Choice of Fall Seminar   Courses  (all taught by expert practitioners, with courses offered once a week, many in the evenings )                   Energy and Environmental Policy (FGSM340/HNUH348T) Water Security and Global Health

 

  Have you ever wanted to learn how to SCUBA Dive? The BIMS SCUBA Program is meant to introduce students and professionals from traditionally excluded backgrounds to experiences that will allow you to successfully be awarded competitive internships and scholarships in the future. Note: You must be 18 or older to participate. Click the links below to apply to the SCUBA courses SCUBA trip dates: Eleuthera, Bahamas May 28-June 3, 2023 Due date for submitting Bahamas application form: February 22nd

  Transit Dates Late summer, any time between late July and mid-August. Transit Location Departing from Norway, end point TBD. Apply Here Applications are due by 11:59 PM, February 26th Applicants will be notified by the end of April 2023

NRWA Summer Internship Opportunities The Nashua River Watershed Association in north central Massachusetts offers paid and unpaid internships to individuals interested in learning more about the fields of natural resource protection, environmental education, and non-profit communications and development. Interns have an opportunity to work closely with NRWA’s professional staff on a specialized project or with a broader exposure to the range of work conducted by the Association. NRWA currently has the following Internship opportunities. We encourage individuals from BIPOC communities to apply. Click on the position to view the description, qualifications, and application details. Please specify the name of the internship you are applying for when submitting your application. Communications and Development Intern Water Programs Intern Water Chestnut Removal Interns Questions? Please contact Joanne Ward, NRWA Office Administrator, at (978) 448-0299, or email Joanne.

Applications for the '23-'25 RAY Fellowship are open through March, 27, 2023. If you or someone you know : Identify as a person from a historically marginalized group, with interest in the conservation and/or clean energy field(s). Demonstrate a commitment to equity, environmental justice, racial justice, and social change. Are less than one (1) year out of college and have a Bachelor's Degree by July 2023 (we are not considering individuals with graduate degrees at this time). Have not had a full-time job in conservation or clean energy. Have the ability to work in the United States and commit to the entire fellowship. ...Then apply for one of our various Ray Conservation/Clean Energy Fellowship Positions.

--Are you a student with a   substantial, demonstrated track record   of driving societal change - on or off campus - through your   leadership   and   service ?  --Are you planning to enroll in a JD, MPP/MPA, MPH, MD, MBA, or MS/MA in Social Sciences/STEM this fall 2023?  --Are you planning a career in public service? The   Samvid Scholars program   empowers future leaders and changemakers through financial support for graduate studies (up to $100,000 for two years of graduate study - JD, MPP/MPA, MPH, MD, MBA, MS/MA in Social Sciences/STEM) and a powerful support and coaching network. Learn more by attending the UMD National Scholarships Office information session at 4 pm on Thursday, February 23, 2023 -   click here to register!  [ Interested but can't attend?   Click here to let us know. ] Deadline to apply: April 9, 2023 at 11:59PM EST Eligibility:   applicants must: be first-year graduate students for the 2023-2024 academic year have an undergraduate GPA of at least 3.5 be U.

First year ENSP student, Teddy Jorgensen, a member of the University of Maryland's Student Government Association’s sustainability committee, advocates for the passage of the Better Bag Bill during a College Park City Council meeting on Feb. 14, 2023.  Read more about the bill in the latest Diamondback issue.   (Photo cred: Giuseppe LoPiccolo / The Diamondback) ***********   A Food Security Superstar An Environmental Science & Policy alum, Kerrin Massarueh ’19 is like a force of nature for greater good, and her excitement is palpable as she describes the passion she feels through mentoring and her work at BMoreAg, a Baltimore organization committed to revitalizing the city through urban agriculture, supporting urban farmers, and addressing food security for all residents. Read more about Kerrin's current work in the newest edition of AGNR's Momentum magazine!