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Education Internships Summer Unpaid

Marine Educator Internship with Save the Harbor/Save the Bay

May 7, 2013 – 9:16 pm

Do you like working with youth? Are you a college student studying marine science, environmental studies, history, archeology, or education? Would you like to spend your summer on the water, sharing Boston Harbor with Boston’s youth and teens as part of a fun, dedicated, and talented staff? Then we have the perfect summer opportunity for you.

About Save the Harbor/Save the Bay

Save the Harbor/Save the Bay is a non-profit public interest harbor advocacy organization. We are made up of thousands of citizens, as well as scientists, and civic, corporate, cultural and community leaders whose mission is to restore and protect Boston Harbor, Massachusetts Bay, and the marine environment and share them with the public for everyone to enjoy.

Opportunity

If you love the water and working with young people, this is a unique and challenging opportunity to have fun while making a difference in the lives of thousands of youth from around the City of Boston. Come spend a summer outside on the shores and docks of Boston Harbor— educating youth and teens, spreading your love of the water and the environment, and sharing your great personality with the youth of the Greater Boston region!

Save the Harbor/Save the Bay runs two hands-on environmental education programs on Boston Harbor that served 13,545 youth in 2012 – at no cost to the participants. We work in partnership with Boston’s youth sailing and recreation centers, as well as Camp Harbor View on Long Island and The Boston Children’s Museum to educate their summer staff and young sailors about the urban marine environment. We also run a series of educational boat trips to the Boston Harbor Islands where youth participants can take part in hands on recreational and educational activities on Georges or Spectacle Island.

Program participants range in age from 7-14, and come from every neighborhood in Boston with a strong emphasis on low-income communities and underserved youth.

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. This position is at least three days a week, July through the end of August with a training week prior to start (Specific dates TBA).

Responsibilities

  • Lead daily programs on the water, at the shore, and on the piers and docks of Boston Harbor.
  • Educate youth about the ecology of Boston Harbor, and inspire a sense of Harbor stewardship.
  • Help develop new activities and expand the environmental curriculum.
  • Have fun!

Qualifications

  • College student with an interest or background in education, marine biology, environmental studies, history, archeology, or related field.
  • Experience working with youth.
  • Outgoing, enthusiastic, comfortable speaking in public, and confident in leadership roles.
  • Flexibility, creativity, spontaneity, and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Comfortable around water and getting your hands dirty (baiting fishing hooks, handling marine life, and hands-on exploration of the Harbor environment are regular activities).
  • Interest in art and archeology preferred.
  • Knowledge of fishing preferred.

For more information please visit our website at www.savetheharbor.org, and check out Save the Harbor / Save the Bay’s Boston Harbor blog “Sea, Sand & Sky” at http://www.blog.savetheharbor.org/

If interested, please send cover letter and resume to info@savetheharbor.org

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Fall Spring Summer Unpaid

Summer Development and Marketing Internship at MassRecycle

May 7, 2013 – 9:14 pm

MassRecycle (the Massachusetts Recycling Coalition) seeks an intern to help with marketing, coordinating events (donor and educational), and program support. This is a great opportunity for undergraduate students working towards a degree in communication, marketing, non-profit administration or environmental studies who have a personal commitment to environmental sustainability.

Who is MassRecycle?

The Massachusetts Recycling Coalition is a small non-profit organization with a wide range of programs that support local recycling, promote green business and educate the general public about waste reduction, reuse and recycling. You can learn more about our organization at www.massrecycle.org.

What projects will you work on?

It’s an exciting time at MassRecycle. There are a variety of programs that you can play an important role in and we will work with you to select the projects that match your interests and experience:

  • Annual Recycling and Organics Management Conference: This is Massachusetts’ primary educational event for local recycling coordinators and businesses from across the state. The conference aims to address the questions of what to do with food and other organic waste, how to promote composting and increase recycling throughout the Commonwealth. This large two-day event will take place in late March. MassRecycle will need help with market research, attendee outreach, working with event sponsors, and coordinating logistics.
  • 18th Annual Recycling Awards: This event is an opportunity to celebrate businesses who have been nominated for their exceptional recycling and waste diversion practices in the past year. The awards are also an important fund raising event and we will need help with marketing, carrying out sponsorship processes, and registration.
  • MassRecycle project marketing: MassRecycle hosts monthly socials at local restaurants, conducts tours of area businesses that demonstrate exceptional recycling practices and other industry networking opportunities. We expect to increase the success of these events and need assistance coordinating and marketing these events.
  • MassRecycle general market research: The key to MassRecycle’s growth is finding new ways of reaching out to individuals and organizations interested in waste reduction, reuse, recycling and green business. We hope that our intern will help us become better known by identifying potential business members, partner organizations and ways to promote MassRecycle.
  • Writing and social media: MassRecycle’s newsletter reaches nearly 3,000 individuals and organizations statewide. Interns may be asked to research and write articles for the newsletter. We are also seeking ideas for growing newsletter readership and expanding our following on Facebook and Twitter.

What will this internship do for you?

MassRecycle presents an opportunity for you to increase your experience and knowledge in environmental sustainability and the non-profit sector. This internship is an excellent way to network with partner organizations and Board members who are leaders in the industry.

What skills should you have?

Research skills Excellent organization skills Strong writing and communication skills Familiarity with Word and Excel, PhotoShop or designs skills welcome but not required Ability to work independently Personable and good phone demeanor Interest and knowledge of general environmental issues An eagerness to learn and a good sense of humor!

To Apply: 

Please send resume and cover letter to Louise Dinsmore, Membership & Project Coordinator, MassRecycle, Inc. at louise.dinsmore@massrecycle.org.

Hours per week negotiable. Opportunities for Fall 2013 internships also available.

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Education Internships Summer Unpaid

Library Garden Club Internship

April 22, 2013 – 11:32 am

The Library Garden Club Intern will work with the REC’s School Garden VISTA to run a summer program for children 10-12 years old at the Worcester Public Library. By using the garden as a springboard for learning about food and nutrition, the intern will help develop a program that engages students in what they eat. The internship will be 10-15 hours a week and require the ability to work independently. Compensation will be real-world work experience, as well as college credit if worked out with school beforehand.

Responsibilities:

-Develop a program curriculum

-Lead the programming with participants

-Supervise the children during educational activities and during work in the garden

-Assist with garden maintenance

Qualifications:

-Education background/ experience

-Gardening experience strongly preferred

-Creativity

-Can work both independently and as part of a team

-Flexibility

-Passion for food justice and education

The position starts June 1st and will end Mid-August. Applications are due May 10th. To apply please send a cover letter and resume to:

Diana Ramos at  schoolgardens@recworcester.org

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Internships Summer Unpaid

Urban Ecology Institute: Education Program Assistant

April 22, 2013 – 11:16 am

Founded in 1998, the Urban Ecology Institute (UEI) helps communities build healthy, safe and vibrant cities by educating urban residents about the ecology of their environment, connecting them to their neighbors, and engaging them in transforming their urban communities into places where they want to live. UEI’s Education Division offers natural science field studies curricula and high school teacher training. The Sustainable Cities Division brings together communities, municipalities, researchers, and non-profit organizations to assess and re-green urban land while promoting stewardship and the renewal of ecological health and beauty to urban neighborhoods.

POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Urban Ecology Institute is seeking a program assistant for 5-15 hours per week with the Education Division. Primary responsibilities will include: database management, research, event planning and support, and small projects. The program assistant will report to the Director of Education. Schedule is flexible, Monday through Friday between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

  • interest in formal and/or informal science and environmental education;
  • knowledge of ecological principles and urban ecosystems;
  • highly organized and proficient with standard computer programs (Windows).

APPLICATION PROCESS: If you are interested in this exciting opportunity at the UEI, please email your resume to info@urbaneco.org. Feel free to call us at 617-349-8782 with questions about this volunteer opportunity.

The Urban Ecology Institute is locatied at 3 Phillips Place, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 02138, United States

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Education Internships Research Summer Unpaid

Stream Team Internship in Derry, NH

April 22, 2013 – 11:06 am

Town of Derry, NH, Conservation Commission, Beaver Lake Improvement Association, Beaver Lake Watershed Partnership, seeks an intern for summer 2013

PROJECT: Beaver Lake Watershed Stream Teams

Project Description: Using the NHRSAT (New Hampshire Rapid Stream Assessment Technique) to complete the creation of a baseline map assessing the Beaver Lake watershed in the areas of erosion and biological health.

Job Description:  This position serves as the stream teams leader for the Beaver Lake watershed, in Derry, New Hampshire.  As such, he/she will for a period of 10 hours per week over ten weeks, train and supervise a team of Pinkerton Academy high school students in the employment of the NHRSAT, compile and maintain a database which will yield a site assessment score for the Beaver Lake watershed and create a report on the findings.  Some pre-project meetings required during month of May.

Academic Qualifications:  It is preferred (but each candidate will be assessed on his/her merits) that the intern be a student pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in an appropriate discipline, with:

  • Background in stream ecology, aquatic biology and environmental science;
  • Experience in the collection and identification of aquatic macro- invertebrates to the Family level, in wadeable streams;
  • Experience with topographic maps, terrestrial navigation, and terrain interpretation;
  • Experience with hand-held GPS data collection units;
  • Knowledge of watershed delineations, stream function and habitat characteristics, as well as an understanding of impacts to stream corridors and water quality from anthropogenic sources;
  • Clear understanding of point sources and nonpoint source pollution and how they each impact surface and groundwater resources; and the
  • Ability to recognize distinct changes and transitions within stream corridors.

Personal Qualifications:  It is preferred that the candidate demonstrates:

  • Ability to work independently;
  • Strong organizational skills;
  • Strong communication skills, especially with high school students;
  • Leadership and success in motivating volunteer forces to support projected goals; and
  • First-aid and CPR certifications;

IMPORTANT NOTE:  It is required that the student arrange for credit for this internship at the Institution where he/she is pursuing his/her degree.  Evidence of course registration, advisor’s approval and proof of institutional liability coverage required before the internship commences.

To Apply:  Please send a letter of application, a resume and contact information of at least two references (one academic and one other) to stream-teams@beaver-lake.org.  Telephone and personal interviews will be required if the candidate’s application progresses through the initial screening.

POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

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Internships Summer Unpaid

Policy Intern: Save The Harbor/Save The Bay

April 11, 2013 – 2:34 pm

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.

Start date: May 6, 2013

End date: August 30, 2013

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.

Application deadline April 26, 2013

 

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Fall Internships Spring Summer Unpaid

Appalachian Mountain Club Editorial Internship

April 1, 2013 – 1:24 pm

Founded in 1876, AMC is the nation’s oldest outdoor recreation and conservation organization. AMC promotes the protection, enjoyment, and understanding of the mountains, forests, waters, and trails of the Appalachian region.

Appalachian Mountain Club Books is the publishing arm of AMC, a nonprofit organization with more than 100,000 members, advocates, and supporters; 16,000 volunteers; and more than 450 full-time and seasonal staff. Our 12 chapters reach from Maine to Washington, DC. AMC Books publishes more than 70 guidebooks, maps, and adventure narratives, covering a range of outdoor activities throughout the Northeast, including hiking, biking, paddling, and skiing. We also publish Appalachia, America’s longest-running mountaineering and conservation journal. Appalachia offers adventure narratives, coverage of conservation and research issues, poetry, mountaineering news, book reviews, and regional accident reports.

We offer fall, spring, and summer editorial internships (academic credit optional). Interns will have the opportunity to learn about book development, page layout, cartography, copyediting, proofreading, printing, ebook production, and project scheduling and coordinating. Projects may also include online editorial and production-related tasks, based on the interest of the individual. Interns will also gain some insight into the book marketing processes.

We require interns to commit to a minimum of 15 hours per week for the duration of the internship. Schedules are flexible and are set according to interns’ availability.

Responsibilities:

  • Copyedit, proofread, and fact-check print and digital projects in development
  • Review page layouts (including text and maps), monitor text corrections, mark up PDFs
  • Review proofs and F&Gs
  • Apply for CIP and Copyright registration
  • Research sales histories and special topics, such as regional outdoor activities, related to books in development and to traditional and digital publishing trends
  • Assist staff with file archiving
  • Assist production, editorial, and marketing staff as needed

Benefits:

  • AMC Books internships are unpaid. Completion for college credit preferred but not required.
  • Working with a small team, you will observe a variety of publishing processes.
  • If you have a particular skill or editorial interest that you would like to develop, we will work with you to ensure that you get the most out of your time with us.
  • Casual environment, flexible work schedule, convenient Beacon Hill location.

Start/end dates are negotiable, but a may-August committment is suggested.

To Apply, email AMCbooks@outdoors.org your resume and cover letter by 5/31/13. Please use the subject line “AMC Books Summer Internship.”

Candidates may be asked to complete a brief editing test.

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Internships Unpaid

The Encyclopedia of Life: Technical Writing Internship

March 27, 2013 – 8:23 pm

The Encyclopedia of Life is seeking student interns to help with the writing of high priority species pages for special EOL projects and program areas. Recent life science graduates and undergraduates (juniors or seniors) with excellent literature research and writing skills are encouraged to apply.

Interns will be able to specialize in a given group of organisms. Students interested in marine organisms, plants, and arthropods are particularly encouraged to apply. Internship activities include: Managing multiple writing/research assignments; Surveying available online resources for a given species; Conducting literature research and communicating with subject area specialists; Drafting, writing and editing species pages; Using and testing the EOL data entry tools.

This position is unpaid, and can be remote, or based at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington DC.

For full position description, please contact Katja Schulz, schulzk@si.edu

 

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Conservation Law Foundation: Communications Intern

March 25, 2013 – 12:45 pm

Conservation Law Foundation (CLF) is seeking a Communications Intern to assist the Communications Department with conveying and publicizing CLF’s messaging and accomplishments across a wide variety of print and online communications outlets.

The Communications Intern will assist with the maintenance and marketing of CLF’s main online communications outlets: CLF’s organization-wide blog, which provides insider news and advocacy information on CLF’s work and eNews, CLF’s digital newsletter, as well as its social media accounts and other assets. He or she will also be expected to complete a variety of other tasks, including expanding and organizing a collection of compelling images; using social media tools to market blog content and message; and assisting in various strategic discussions related to the organizations goals.

The Communications Intern will report to the Senior Communications Manager.

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Excellent research, writing and editing skills
  • The ability to work independently and take initiative
  • A strong interest in communications, public relations and/or related fields, preferably in the non-profit arena
  • Experience working with the Microsoft Office Suite
  • An understanding of social media tools such as Facebook and Twitter
  • Knowledge of HTML is a plus but not required
  • A strong commitment to environmental advocacy
  • Prior experience in environmental non-profit industry is a plus

Specific Responsibilities:

  • Support the continued growth and maintenance of the website by drafting and editing content;
  • Assist in managing content on the blog;
  • Assist with research and drafting content for CLF’s other printed communications outlets, including: quarterly newsletter and fact sheets
  • Promote CLF through its social media outlets, either by repurposing existing content or
  • Update and maintain the CLF photo database, search for additional photos as needed, and select appropriate photos and other media for print and online publications
  • Monitor marketing/communications trends with other nonprofits, track new campaigns, highlight potential opportunities
  • Assist in creation and execution of acquisition marketing campaigns, including online advertisements, video and direct mail.

Interested candidates must be enrolled in university and received academic recognition for the internship and are required to send a cover letter and resume to: Human Resources at internships@clf.org or mail to: 62 Summer Street, Boston, MA 02110. Application materials will be considered on a rolling basis. Candidates of color are strongly encouraged to apply.

This position is unpaid and requires a minimum commitment of 10-15 hours per week.

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Fall Internships Spring Summer Unpaid Volunteer

Boston Cyclists Union Internship Opportunities

March 14, 2013 – 1:56 pm

The Boston Cyclists Union’s mission is to promote the everyday use of bicycles by advocating for safe, convenient, and enjoyable cycling facilities in all of Boston’s neighborhoods.  We envision a Boston that is world renowned for year round cycling, a place where people ride for fun, exercise, and transportation.

BCU is seeking to fill several intern positions including:

  • Membership and Development Intern
  • GIS Intern
  • Urban Planning/Organizer Intern
  • Design Intern
  • Bike to Market Intern
  • Graphic/Web Design Intern
  • Hypemaster Intern

For more information on these positions, visit:  http://bostoncyclistsunion.org/about_us/internships/

Qualifications for all interns:

  • Commitment to the Union’s mission of promoting the bicycle.

  • Happy to work in a small tight-knit team for a rapidly growing organization.

  • Organized and self motivated.

  • Ability to solve problems and work without direct supervision when necessary

  • Residence within the greater Boston area.

  • Must be able to spend at least one full day (10am-6pm) in the office each week.

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to jeff@bostoncyclistsunion.org. The information you send should include the internship for which you are applying, which period (spring, summer, or winter), your availability (hours per week and days, evenings or weekends available), your academic and career goals, the skills and experience you possess and their relevancy to the internship you are applying for.

Internships are unpaid but we are happy to help students earn academic credit for their work. Interns who leave the organization in good standing may request a letter of recommendation from our staff.

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