ENSP Advising Blog

Great opportunity for recent grads!   GRID Alternatives ,  a national non-profit solar organization, is looking for candidates for their 2023-24  SolarCorps Fellowship program  that begins in September. These 11 months fellowships are full-time paid positions and are excellent opportunities for anyone interested in jumpstarting their career in the solar industry! If you would like more information or have any questions, GRID Alternatives will be holding two informational sessions: June 1st at 9 am PST  (register here)  and June 2nd at 1 pm PST  (register here) ! Visit GRID Alternatives'  website  to learn more !

Are you collecting and analyzing data for a senior thesis, honors thesis, or capstone project? Are you heading to graduate school? Are you seeking a career that involves analyzing data and communicating the results?  If you answered yes to any of those questions, my fall course on Data Wrangling and Visualization in the R statistical environment (PSLC489R, MW from 9-11) is perfect for you. R has become an essential tool for managing, analyzing, and plotting data. It is used widely in academia, private industry, and government agencies. This course will give you cutting-edge skills in using R that will make you more competitive for, and successful in, positions in any of these sectors in which you need to work with data.  Maybe you have been trying to teach yourself R, but have not managed to do it on your own. Or maybe you have never heard of it, but have been wanting to learn how to make those beautiful graphs you see in papers and talks. Either way, this class is for you. I assume no

  Scholarship :   The deadline is May 31st and is for students studying environmental sciences, natural resources, environmental engineering, ecosystem restoration or adjacent fields. We are specifically looking for students with diverse perspectives to apply. For more information, follow the link: Jim Gracie Memorial Scholarship Application - Spring 2023 (google.com) Upcoming event   -  Streaming Into The Future of Stream Restoration  on May 31st starting at 5 PM. There will be food and drinks, presentations, and a tour of a stream restoration project. This event is for members only, but students are encouraged to join! A yearly membership is only $15 for students. As a student,  it i s a great way to network and learn more about the industry. There's only 2 days left to register for this event!

Undergraduate or graduate student part-time employment opportunity in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Seeking an undergraduate or graduate student employee to perform GIS analyses related to a soil survey of Israel. The student will contribute to developing national-scale maps of soil points and polygons with associated spatial databases. The student will be supervised by Dr. Brian Needelman in the Department of Environmental Science and Technology and will also collaborate with Dr. Danny Itkin from the Israeli Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development. GIS technical support and guidance will be provided by Dr. Needelman. Requirements: - Background in GIS (ArcGIS). - Ability to efficiently perform basic GIS functions of defining and manipulating points and polygons and associated spatial databases. - Ability to fix problems that arise while working in ArcGIS. Preferred abilities: - Knowledge of geomorphic landscapes and relationships. - Knowledge of soils and soil variation ac

Citizens’ Climate Lobby/Citizens’ Climate Education (CCL) is currently recruiting students and recent graduates to join our team as interns or fellows . We have opportunities with a variety of different departments that may appeal to students across many disciplines. These experiences provide valuable work experience, networking opportunities, and may include academic or financial benefits. You can learn more about our current openings on our website . The application deadline is June 15, 2023 .  

Great opportunity for graduating seniors! COMPANY DESCRIPTION The Farm at Our House's mission is to grow fresh produce sustainably and provide work development opportunities for young people. We are located in Brookeville, Maryland, 15 miles north of Washington, DC. We grow certified organic small fruits and vegetables and raise honey bees on 12 acres. We manage an additional 15 acres. The farm is located on 140 acres owned by Our House www.our-house.org , a residential job training center for young men ages 16-21. We do not own the land we farm on, but have farmed the land for over a decade and have a 5 year lease. We manage a 200 member 24-28 week CSA, sell at 2 local farmers' markets, both of which are within 15 miles of the farm, and sell to wholesalers. We are a great farm to work for if you are interested in learning how to grow mixed vegetables and berries sustainably and efficiently, enjoy working with a truly diverse group of people and are interested in taking

ENST's Project Development Center (PDC) is looking for student workers to do some shop work, deliver mail, move equipment and furniture, and other assigned duties this summer. PDC needs student workers who can work between 20-40 hours each week all summer long during normal shop hours (7am-5pm), with preference given to students who can commit to multiple afternoons. Student workers would earn $15/hour.  Applicants must be current UMD students, have power tool skills, a valid driver's license, and a clean driving record so that they can drive a departmental truck. Employment may extend past summer for excellent employees (but must be capped at 20 hours per week during school semester due to state/federal laws). Applicants should send an email indicating their name, UID number, major, year in school, and a list of power tools they've used in the past to Mr. Les Lorenz, PDC Manager, at  llorenz@umd.edu  by May 26th for best consideration. Any questions should be sent to  llor

  The Wildlife Society has an anticipated  opening  for a Joe Burns Memorial Wildlife  Policy   Intern  running from July-December 2023.  The remote wildlife  policy   intern  will be an integral part of TWS’ Government Affairs program, and assist in keeping TWS members, congressional offices, and other stakeholders informed on  policies  that inspire, empower, and enable wildlife professionals. This remote  internship  is a full-time, six-month, paid position, with a stipend of no less than $2,000 per month. Applications are due by May 29.

The University of Maryland Senior Marshals represent graduating seniors who have demonstrated the highest levels of scholarship, service to the campus community, extracurricular involvement, and personal growth.  They have the honor of ushering in graduating Terps at the main commencement ceremony next week. ENSP is proud to announce that Julia Kischkat (Environmental Politics and Policy) has been selected for this role ( view the entire list of senior marshals here ):   CONGRATULATIONS, JULIA!! 

  WHAT: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is hosting its first-ever, national recruitment webinar in celebration of LGBTQIA+ communities. We will provide an overview of the federal hiring process, including finding and applying to federal jobs and building a federal resume. We’ll also provide insight to EPA’s Special Emphasis Communities and the incredible work that diverse employees do here at the agency. WHEN: Wednesday, May 24th, 2023, 2:00 – 3:15 pm (Eastern), 11am-12:15 pm (Pacific) WHO: Everyone is invited to learn about EPA jobs protecting human health and the environment. This event will feature spotlight speakers from the LGBTQIA+ community at EPA. WHERE: This event will take place virtually via Microsoft Teams. Please encourage your network to register for the event via this link: https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/e4d5499a-1365-48f5-b2e1-8621d8f74338@88b378b3-6748-4867-acf9-76aacbeca6a7 ACCESSIBILITY: This event will provide ASL interpreters as well as

  MobilizeGreen is looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to lead our Youth Conservation Crew at the Patuxent Research Refuge in Laurel, Maryland. This paid program is in partnership with the US Forest Service and the Patuxent Research Refuge. The Patuxent Research Refuge was established in 1936 by executive order of President Franklin D. Roosevelt, and is the only wildlife refuge established to support wildlife research. Biologically, the refuge is of regional importance in that it is home to many deep-forest song birds such as the Scarlet Tanager. Patuxent's large areas of unbroken tree cover, rare in central Maryland, allows these birds to hide from predators. As a Crew Leader, you will have the opportunity to work in this incredible environment and help to inspire the next generation of environmental leaders. The ideal candidate will have experience working with youth in outdoor settings and a passion for environmental education. We are looking for someone who is ent

The Pavao-Zuckerman Built and Urban Ecosystem Ecology Lab in the Department of Environmental Science and Technology is looking to hire two part-time (10-20 hours/week) Undergraduate Student Research Assistants for Summer 2023.   Position #1: Urban forest and green infrastructure soil analysis.   The undergraduate assistant will work with PhD students and the PI in analyzing soil samples taken from local stormwater green infrastructure and urban forest research settings to determine physical, nutrient, and biological properties and processes. The assistant will also help set up a suite of automated apparatus for measuring soil hydrologic properties and contribute to the development of laboratory workflows and protocols. The position would primarily be lab-based, with occasional opportunities for field sampling throughout the summer. Previous experience in lab-based soil and ecosystem analyses is a plus but not necessary. The student must show a demonstrated work ethic, attention to deta

Apply to the Apprentice Program (Entry-Level Legal Training) at Sterne Kessler's Apprentice Program Job Details What is Sterne Kessler’s Apprentice Program ? Sterne Kessler is a leading Intellectual Property law firm. The apprentice program is our one-of-a-kind training program for entry-level positions in our Docketing, Foreign Filing, and U.S. Patent Prosecution departments. Our program is an 8-week hands-on training program that includes classroom lectures and learning, hands-on practice, presentations from our own industry experts, and support from experienced mentors. The 2023 Apprentice Program will be hybrid. The program runs from June 5th to July 28th. Apprentices should be in the DC area or willing to relocate . For this hands-on-training program, we highly encourage participants to be present for all full 8 weeks with no vacation plans during the program barring any sickness and family emergencies. It is crucial for participants to the present in this classro

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The   last day of classes   is Thursday, May 11.   This means final exams, final papers and final projects are approaching.  You may be finding yourself in need of some extra help in preparing and succeeding – luckily for you, there are A LOT of   FREE resources on campus   that can help where you need it most: Study Skills and Tutoring Resources   (via ENSP website) Academic Resources   (time management, test prep, etc) - UMD Counseling Center Math Success Program Writing Assistance at the Writing Center   Academic  Achievement Programs   - tutoring Oral Communication Center  - for help with presentations Tutoring at the Office of Multi-Ethnic Student Education Final Exam Schedule   (double check this info with what is on your syllabus) UMD ResLife's Academic Success Guide MOST IMPORTANTLY.... MENTAL HEALTH Maintaining good mental health, like maintaining physical health, takes time and effort.  There are  FREE and CONFIDENTIAL services available on campus UMD Counseling Cente r T

    Prerequisite:  ANTH260; email ehanson@umd.edu for permission.

This summer, Environment America is running a campaign office in Washington D.C . to fight plastic pollution and hold polluters accountable for the waste they produce! Plastic pollution is everywhere and it harms our wildlife. Scientists have found plastic in hundreds of species including Bald Eagles and Sea Turtles. And small bits of plastic have ended up across Virginia in our waterways, including the Chesapeake Bay. That's why we're urging our state leaders to require that plastic producers reduce their plastic packaging and pay for the waste they create . We need to demonstrate to our legislators that their constituents strongly support this bill. So we are hiring staff to build public support across the DMV. As paid campaign staff, you will build grassroots power, learn the building blocks of political organizing, and work closely with our senior staff management team.     Interested candidates should fill out this interest form today! Spots are filling up quickly!

Interested in the Geographic Information Science (GIS) minor but worried you don't have enough space in your degree plan? Try our Summer 4 + 1 Program! Complete the minor by enrolling in 2 Summer Session I courses, 2 Summer Session II courses, and 1 Fall course. An example minor plan is provided below, but email   geog-advise@umd.edu   or   schedule an advising appointment   to learn about how to fit the minor requirements into YOUR degree plan today!    

 

There are three paid internship positions available with the National Park Service. Interns will work closely with the NPS Urban Ecology Research Learning Alliance’s Science Education Coordinator. Students must be enrolled in a degree program at the University of Maryland. Science Lesson Plans (In-person & Virtual) Internship (deadline for applications May 5 at 5pm).They are seeking a graduate student or an upper-level undergraduate student with interest in Informal and/or Formal Science Education, Interactive Educational Settings, Developing Science Education Methods, and/or related fields. The intern will evaluate, update, and present existing lesson plans for President’s Park and the White House Visitor Center educational program.   Forest Ecological Services (Hybrid) Internship - Ecologist (deadline for applications May 15 ay 5pm). They are seeking a graduate student or an upper-level undergraduate student with interest in Geographic Information Systems, Land Use Mapping, or s