Internships offered for the Fall Semester
Green Streets welcomes the involvement of volunteers, interns and Board members from the communities we serve. If you are interested in getting involved, please email us with information about your background, interests, and availability.
Here are some of the areas in which we currently welcome help:
Click here for more information on applying and learning about the Green Streets Initiative
For more than six years, Corporate Accountability International’s Think Outside the Bottlecampaign has been building support for our public water systems and challenging the social and environmental impacts of bottled water. Students are playing a critical role to advance this work on hundreds of college campuses by running campaigns to urge their administrations to end the sale of bottled water on campus and provide more access to tap water for students.
In this skills-building remote internship program, experienced student activists take on significant campaign work to advance Think Outside the Bottle by building a team of activists on their campus to eliminate bottled water while simultaneously working with other student leaders on college campuses across the country. The internship will include direct supervision from National Campaign Organizer staff remotely from Boston and skills trainings on grassroots campaign planning, strategy, tactics, student outreach and advocacy. For student leaders with campaign experience, this is a great way to support new student activists, increase your impact nationally, and hone organizing skills.
Location: Your college campus with supervision from campaign headquarters in Boston, MA
Duration: Full academic year
Hours: 10-15 hours/week
Compensation: This is an unpaid internship
Training: Classroom sessions and ongoing trainings will be provided by senior campaign staff.
Send a letter of interest, three references, and your résumé addressed to Grace Morris, National Campaign Organizer on Think Outside the Bottle atgmorris@stopcorporateabuse.org.
The Cape Eleuthera Institute is a facility that promotes a connection between people and the environment.
CEI has a vibrant intern program designed to award individuals the opportunity to learn and contribute to all aspects of operating a remote research and education facility. We provide an intellectually rigorous atmosphere that allows new and returning members of our community to gain a deeper understanding of research projects, visiting educational programs, or systems at CEI.
CEI offers internships to individuals hoping to gain hands-on experience in areas related to sustainable food production and marine biology.
Please click here to read some Frequently Asked Questionsabout our internships.
Internships are now available in the following areas: Open Ocean Aquaculture, Aquaponics, Permaculture, Shark Research and Conservation, Flats Ecology Intern, Lionfish Research and Education Intern, Queen Conch Research Intern, Outdoor Education Intern, Systems Intern
Costs
Costs cover room and board, three meals a day on campus, airport transfers, internet, professional development and networking with researchers from across the globe. Based on program schedule interns may have opportunity to experience kayaking, snorkeling, swimming, community outreach and island exploration.
$700 per month for Spring, Summer, and Fall 2013.
Application Deadlines
| Semester | Program Dates | Application Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Spring 2013 | January 14 – June 14 | October 1, 2013 |
| Summer 2013 | June 17 – August 10 | April 1, 2013 |
| Fall 2013 | August 12 – December 15 | May 1, 2013 |
From Estuaries to the Deep Sea ..
If you are considering graduate study or a professional career in the marine sciences, developing research skills through hands-on experience is one of the most valuable learning opportunities you can have. This summer, Oregon State University will offer 20 students from all over the U.S. the opportunity to work with faculty mentors on research projects that advance knowledge and understanding of marine, coastal and estuarine environments.
The Research Experience for Undergraduatesprogram runs from June 17th to August 23rd, 2013 at the Hatfield Marine Science Center (HMSC) in Newport and at the College of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences in Corvallis.
The HMSC in Newport is one of the largest marine labs in the Pacific Northwest, a thriving research community where students interact with university faculty and government agency scientists and have easy access to the “living laboratory” of Oregon’s coastal estuaries and the ocean. On the OSU main campus in Corvallis, the College of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences trains the next generation of biological, chemical, geological and physical oceanographers, offering opportunities for interdisciplinary research in world class labs and facilities. Funding for this REU site is provide by the National Science Foundation’s Division of Ocean Science’s located in Arlington, VA. The NSF contact for this program is Lisa Rom, elrom@NSF.gov or 703-292-7709. NSF does not handle REU applications; please contact each REU site directly for application information.
Eligibility
Currently enrolled undergraduates who have by June 2013 completed at least two years of coursework may apply, but must still be an undergraduate in Fall 2013. (Eligibility limited to U.S. citizens)
REU interns receive a weekly stipend, housing on-site, and round-trip transportation from their home area. Learn more and apply online.
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Apply by February 1
The Annual Sustainable Economy Conference is designed to:
* Provide a platform to discuss new collaborations and partnerships for sustainable solutions within and across sectors
* Serve as a resource on cutting edge “sustainable thinking” through experiences, case studies, and showcases
* Promote diversity and inclusion to improve business performance in Massachusetts
* Provide effective tools and approaches for meeting the challenges of the changing global market and encouraging businesses to meet the new market expectations
* Promote an equitable and ecologically sustainable economy
*The 3rd Annual SEC is designed to foster the development of new networks and business relationships and bring together government, business, academic, nonprofit and community sectors for the purpose of creating sustainable communities and a sustainable economy in Massachusetts.
Internship Position: To assist in the development of the SEC. The internship is primarily a virtual office position. Start now. Gain experience with a well received organization driving the sustainability conversation.
Assist in outreach and networking with Community Partners, Conversation Leaders and others.
No relevant experience is necessary. I am able to work with all strengths and backgrounds and provide the Intern with valuable experience.
The Product Stewardship Institute (PSI) seeks an enterprising individual who thrives in a fast-paced, small organization. PSI is conducting cutting-edge work on product stewardship and sustainability, and seeks interns who have energy, enthusiasm, and creativity. PSI interns work on a variety of tasks, which allow them to become informed about current stewardship programs in a variety of product industries. PSI staff assists interns in developing one or two specific projects for which the intern can take primary responsibility. Interns also perform some administrative assignments, as do all staff. There are significant learning opportunities pertaining to substantive initiatives.
Application Due Date: October 20, 2012 (however, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so interested applicants are encouraged to apply ASAP)
Time Commitment: Approximately 15- 20 hours/week with a possibility of additional hours or a full-time opportunity during breaks and summer.
Compensation: Unpaid.
Potential tasks might include:
Qualifications
Interns should have excellent organization, analytic, and communication skills, both written and oral, and be passionate about moving toward a more sustainable future. Ideal candidates will have academic or professional experience or knowledge related to environmental advocacy and/or a sufficient background in environmental and public health issues. Ideal candidates may have an undergraduate or graduate degree in policy, political science, natural science, environmental science, law, business administration, economics, or a related field. Alternatively, interns may be a degree candidate in one of these areas. The intern’s thoughts and ideas will be considered seriously as a contribution to improving the organization as a whole, as well as forwarding its mission.
Product Stewardship Institute, Inc. (PSI) is a national non-profit environmental institute with
membership from 47 states, over 200 local governments, and more than 75 businesses, organizations, universities, and non-U.S. governments. PSI establishes cooperative agreements to reduce the health and environmental impacts from consumer products. For more information, please visit www.productstewardship.us.
Please send a resume, cover letter, and two writing samples (preferably one short and one long) electronically to:erin@productstewardship.us.
Please address all of the following within your cover letter:
Save the Harbor/Save the Bay is led by a broad group of civic, corporate, cultural, and community leaders as well as citizens and scientists whose shared mission is to:
• restore and protect Boston Harbor and Massachusetts Bay
• reconnect our citizens, our communities and especially our young people to the sea
• ensure the balanced development of a world-class waterfront for everyone to enjoy
Position Description: The policy intern will be enthusiastic and interested in working on a variety of projects focused on improving the water quality of the Boston Harbor. This is an outstanding opportunity for someone interested in learning about the role the non-profit sector plays in environmental improvement and advocacy since our interns have the opportunity to explore many facets of managing a far-reaching, successful non-profit organization.
Job Tasks will include:
• Data Analysis and Interpretation: Gather data on the water in the harbor to evaluate the quality of the water for recreation activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming; Review the results of the water tests, and determine whether or not they reinforce current water use policies.
• Policy and Communication: Organize information on a number of projects that Save the Harbor/Save the Bay can present at local and regional meetings. Prepare memos and emails that explain new water use policies and proposals to local organizations and officials.
• Research current policy issues, preserve and organize newspaper clips, prepare policy related mailings and emails.
Qualifications:
• Excellent writing and communications skills
• Science background is not required, though an interest in science as it relates to the Boston Harbor and water quality is a must
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and internet searches
Compensation: Save the Harbor/Save the Bay does not provide stipends for internships, but will work closely with students to see that the internship meets credit requirements. You need not be a student to apply. This position is 15-30 hours a week depending on availability, and is located at our office on Fish Pier in South Boston.
We are looking for applicants for fall internship positions to start as soon as possible.
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to: mitchell@savetheharbor.org or contact Rajani Marie Mitchell at 617-451-2860 x 1009 for more information.
Save the Harbor/Save the Bay is a non-profit, public interest environmental advocacy organization led by a broad group of civic, corporate, cultural, and community leaders as well as citizens and scientists whose shared mission is to:
• restore and protect Boston Harbor and Massachusetts Bay
• reconnect our citizens, our communities and especially our young people to the sea
• ensure the balanced development of a world-class waterfront for everyone to enjoy
Position Description: Save the Harbor is looking for a volunteer to help us redesign and manage our current website and move it from an older content management system into WordPress. This is an outstanding opportunity for someone interested in developing their portfolio in online marketing and web programming while contributing to a successful non-profit organization. We are in the process of updating our website, so additional experience mapping content into a new design is highly preferred.
The Website Design & Contact Intern will play a strong roll in:
• implementing a new website design
• increasing website and search engine optimization
• updating webpage content
The ideal candidate will have some experience with basic HTML, Dreamweaver and WordPress. This position is 15-30 hours a week depending on availability. We are looking for someone to start as soon as possible.
This work can be done on-site or from a home office. We are looking for someone located in the Greater Boston Area to be available to meet with the Director of Strategy, Communications, and Programs in person as needed.
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to: mitchell@savetheharbor.org or contact Rajani Marie Mitchell at 617-451-2860 x 1009 for more information.
EcoLogic collaborates with rural and indigenous peoples to restore and protect tropical ecosystems in Central America and Mexico. We work with local communities to identify, evaluate, and prioritize their conservation and natural resource needs, and then help them obtain what they need—skills, financing, materials, access to decision makers and experts, hands-on experience, and other forms of support—to restore and conserve the natural environment where they live and on which they rely for basic necessities and well-being.
The graphics and design intern will create and refine components for our website including banners, slideshow images and graphics, and will also help create infographics, and other graphic and visual materials for use electronically and as posters and print items. The position requires independent creative thought and is an opportunity to develop your design skills, and work with other creative and passionate people at a small nonprofit doing important work!
This is an unpaid, rotating position and applications are welcome at any time.
We have experience with local universities in the provision of credit for the successful completion of internships.
SCOPE OF WORK
QUALIFICATIONS
RECOMMENDED (not required)
Please send your resume and a cover letter that includes current contact information to lpowell@ecologic.org.
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