Online Mapping Intern, New Economics Institute

April 29, 2013 – 1:50 pm

The New Economics Institute is a national nonprofit based in Cambridge, MA. We have a decades-long history working at the forefront of the transition to a just and sustainable economy that prioritizes people and the planet over profits, first as the E.F. Schumacher Society and—since the start of the economic crisis in 2007—as the New Economics Institute.

Today, we are focused on building a diverse movement of people and organizations who share our vision for a different type of economy, a New Economy. There is a groundswell of energy across the United States for alternative approaches to traditional commerce—from cooperatives, social enterprises and b corps to community banks, land trusts, time banks and local currencies—alternatives that disrupt the status quo and build the foundation for long-term social change.

Internship Description:

NEI is seeking an Online Mapping Intern to help develop our Global Transition to a New Economy website (GTNE). The position is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the “new economy movement,” with a specific focus on cataloguing and building relationships with organizations all around the country. The internship will allow for a significant level of autonomy and creativity.

This is a paid (stipend) position and the ideal candidate will make a 20 hr/week commitment through the summer and fall.

If you are interested in exploring careers in the nonprofit sector or in social justice organizing—particularly with a focus in communications—then this position is a perfect opportunity to get started.

Responsibilities:

  • Maintaining exisiting data on the map to ensure that it is current
  • Doing targeted outreach to increase the number of projects on the map and website traffic
  • Surveying site visitors to understand needs and opportunities for improvement
  • Publicizing the website via NEI’s social media
  • Developing internal process to ensure maintence and sustainability of the map
  • Helping to manage relationships with software vendors and consultants
  • Providing communications support to NEI’s programmatic work as needed
  • Any other tasks as reasonably requested by President, Manager of Communications and Online Organizing, or other staff

Qualifications:

  • An interest in the mission and work of the New Economics Institute
  • A familiarity using online content management systems (e.g. Drupal, WordPress)
  • Strong communicatinons skills
  • Strong writing skills
  • An interest in mapping and data visualization preffered
  • HTML/CSS fluency preferred

To Apply, Submit a cover letter, CV, and writing sample to: elifeghali@neweconomicsinstitute.org  by May 15, 2013

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Internships Summer

Scientific Technician Summer Internship at CB&I

April 25, 2013 – 11:22 am

Job Description: This is a a student intern position and is a 40/hours per week position based in Canton, MA. The intern will gather a wide variety of environmental data and collect samples of a variety of media. The intern may, with experience, interpret and evaluate data. The intern will gain experience and knowledge in a variety of applicable sampling and data collection and evaluation techniques.

Responsibilities:
• Sample groundwater monitoring wells
• Gauge monitoring wells for water depth and free phase liquid contaminants (petroleum, solvents, etc)
• Screen vapors with field instrumentation
• Monitor remediation systems (record pressures, flows, and other system status during routine visits)
• Assist with maintenance and repair tasks (piping, component replacement, filter media change-out)
• Assist with waste management and handling on site
• Assist with new installations temporary fencing, small pumps, small piping, etc)
• Project documentation (daily logs, daily safety forms, field data tables)

Qualifications/Competencies/Experience:

Typical work environment consists of both office setting as well as project field setting. The position is primarily based in Portsmouth, NH. No expenses for daily travel to and from the site will be provided. Some physical requirements – lifting less than 50 lbs. Interested in local candidates. Must have valid driver’s license.

Must be college students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Geology, Engineering or other related Environmental field.
40 hour OSHA Hazardous Waste Worker Training preferred. Must have completed at least 1 year of college. Prior experience a plus. This is a Temporary position.

To view the original job listing, and to apply, visit:

http://www.cbi.com/careers/job-search  (job requisition # EI32743)

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Wheelock Summer Immersion Program Intern

April 25, 2013 – 11:01 am

During summer 2013, undergraduate students from the Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education in Singapore will be studying at Wheelock College as part of a Summer Immersion Program. The CIPP team will be working to offer the most vibrant and rich immersion experiences possible. Interns will have a unique and exciting opportunity to interact with the visiting students in various ways, according to their skills and interests. We are seeking interns who are highly motivated, creative, and able to work with diverse groups of individuals on a variety of tasks. Interns can expect to work closely with CIPP staff to welcome and collaborate with the visiting students as well as to support other efforts in which CIPP is involved.

This summer, the visiting students from Singapore will be engaged in a Field Studies in Environmental Studies course. To support that course, CIPP has a particular interest in student interns with an environmental science and/or science education background.

Responsibilities:
o Engaging in the exchange of cultural ideas and assisting the students to acclimate to Boston and the United States in general;
o Accompanying students to lectures, workshops, site visits, cultural events, and other places of interest in and around Boston;
o Creating promotional materials based on the students’ experiences at Wheelock College;
o Serving as teaching assistants for the Field Studies in Environmental Studies course;
o Assisting CIPP with other tasks related to the internationalization of Wheelock College;
o Fulfilling general office duties including answering phones, filing, photocopying, preparing daily correspondence, and maintaining office records;
o Other projects will arise and may be tailored to suit the skills and interests of the intern and the needs of the office.

Requirements:

• Strong writing and editing skills
• Exemplary communication skills
• An interest in international/cross-cultural relations and education
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Prior study, work, or volunteer abroad experience or interest
• Excellent computer skills, experience with word-processing, online research, and programs such as MS Word, Excel, Publisher, and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with Social Media applications
• Appreciation for and understanding of diversity
• A high level of energy and enthusiasm
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team setting
• Background in environmental science or science education.

Additional Information:

Interns are generally expected to work 35 hours per week for a span of approximately two months in June and July 2013. There will be some weekend and evening commitments. Competitive compensation is available. Appropriate supervision will be provided so that this position could count toward service learning, internship, or other required professional experience at the university level.

For more information, and to apply, visit: 

 

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Fellowship Internships

Become an Environment America Fellow

April 25, 2013 – 10:52 am

Each year, Environment America hires college graduates with the passion, the commitment and the talent it takes to stand up to polluters, organize public support and fight for our environmental values.

Environment America works to advance the environmental vision and values we share—clean energy, clean water, wilderness and wildlife protection, healthy food and sustainable agriculture, and more. With nearly 100 professional staff, more than 1 million members, activists and allies, and affiliates in 29 states, we organize the support it takes to stand up to polluting industries and ultimately sweep past them.

Apply to be an Environment America fellow

As an Environment America fellow, you’ll get a two-year crash course in the nuts and bolts of environmental activism, organizing, advocacy and the type of institution-building that can sustain long-term battles.

You won’t be rehearsing to make an impact—you’ll be making one. As a fellow you’ll:

  • Plan and run grassroots campaigns: you’ll identify a policy or power-building goal, develop a strategy, then devise and carry out the tactics of your campaign.
  • Organize town hall meetings: you’ll create events where constituents have an opportunity to make their needs clear and hold politicians accountable. You’ll also lobby lawmakers directly, learning to make a convincing case for our policy goals.
  • Set up and speak at news conferences: you’ll create news events to get the word out about your campaign through the media. You’ll also meet with editorial boards, and get op-eds published.
  • Run citizen outreach campaigns: you’ll build the power of your organization, learning to fundraise, manage staff and educate the public.

After two years, you’ll have participated in a rigorous training and gained invaluable hands-on experience. Best of all, you’ll be ready to become a lead advocate, a lead organizer or a state director with Environment America or one of our state affiliates. You might even start a new state affiliate or launch a new program.

Qualifications

We’re seeking candidates ready to commit themselves to fighting for the environment. Being a fellow is not for everybody. It’s tough, demanding and the challenges never stop. We look for smarts, leadership experience, top-notch written and verbal skills and an eagerness to learn. We value experience organizing, including building campus groups.

Placement

We’re accepting applications with our state affiliates across the country and in Washington, D.C. We accept applications on a rolling basis. Most fellowships begin in August, though a limited number are available throughout the year. You can apply through Environment America or directly with one of our state affiliates. If you’re flexible, you can apply for multiple positions in multiple locations.

Internships

Looking for an internship instead? Apply to be an Environment America intern. You’ll learn how to make an impact on critical environmental issues, and there’s no better way to get the experience to launch your career with us.

To learn more and apply visit:   jobs.EnvironmentAmerica.org

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Internships

Clough Harbor & Associates: Environmental Internship

April 25, 2013 – 10:42 am

CHA is currently seeking an Environmental Intern to join the Norwell, MA office.

The Environmental Intern will assist in:

  • Feasibility studies
  • Ground water monitoring
  • Remedial design
  • Environmental compliance auditing
  • Permitting
  • Remedial investigations
Qualifications:
  • Candidates pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology or Hydrogeology or a Master’s degree is preferred.
  • AutoCadd and GIS experience is preferred
  • Must have strong technical skills.
  • Must have good communication skills and ability to work in a team setting.

 

AA/EOE, M/F/V/D. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.

For more information, visit: http://www.chacompanies.com/go/careers/

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Jobs Summer

DCR Seasonal Shorebird Monitoring

April 24, 2013 – 10:47 am

The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks qualified applicants for the position of Seasonal Ranger I. 

The Seasonal Ranger will be dedicated to Winthrop Beach, Revere Beache and other urban beaches as needed; Horseneck Beach, Demarest Lloyd and West Island State Beaches in the South Coast District; and will include a seven day presence throughout the shorebird nesting season.

The Seasonal Ranger will be trained at the beginning of the season with the Mass Audubon Shorebird Stewards and/or the Lloyd Center for the Environment Shorebird Stewardson on the ecology and protection of nesting Piping Plovers and Least Terns and other shroebird species at the at the beaches listed.

Duties:

  • Train the Shorebird Stewards on the enforcement role and authority of DCR’s Park Rangers, so that all personnel involved have a complete understanding of their roles and responsibilities relative to enforcement issues.
  • Develop an enforcement protocol in coordination with the DCR Coastal Ecologist, the Shorebird Stewards, local police and animal control officers to improve compliance and protection of these shorebirds.
  • Make recommendations for future enforcement activities to DCR at the end of each nesting season to help improve shorebird protection.
  • Perform other related duties as required.

Law enforcement efforts by this Seasonal Ranger will be timed to coincide with high beach use periods including weekends and holidays; as well some lower use periods.

The enforcement schedule will vary from day to day, week to week to be unpredictable, to interact with as many different beach users as possible, and to provide maximum coverage.

Minimum Qualifications:

(A) two years of full-time, or equivalent part-time experience in park or resource management, environmental education, water resources or water supply management, or natural/cultural history interpretation

or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below:

I. An Associate’s degree or higher with a major in park or recreation management, natural resource management, water resources management, environmental education, or park interpretation may be substituted for the required experience.*

*Education towards such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

Special Requirements: 
1. Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class D motor vehicle operator’s license and reliable transportation.

2. Possession of a current and valid CPR (cardio-pulmonary resuscitation) certificate from the American Red Cross or the American heart Association.

3. Possession of a current and valid standard first aid and personal safety certificate and first responder certificate issued by the American Red Cross.

Desired qualifications include an interest and respect for shorebird conservation and exceptional communication skills. Background and/or experience in Ecology projects is preferred. Binoculars to effectively perform duties is a plus.

 

Compensation: 
$1,257.42 Biweekly. Salaries are based upon full-time/40 hours worked per week. Work schedules and days off are at the discretion of the Supervisor. This position will require working weekends and/or holidays.

How To Apply:

Interested persons should respond in writing, accompanied by a RESUME, COVER letter and a DCR SEASONAL APPLICATION for employment, no later than 5:00 p.m. on 4/24/13 to:

Penny Carney, Director of Human Resources
Department of Conservation and Recreation
251 Causeway Street, Suite 600
Boston, MA 02114
Attn: Harry Pierre-Mike

Position interviews will be completed within 2-3 days after the official closing date of this position posting.
 Applications are available on the DCR WEB site at WWW.state.ma.us/DCR.
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Plant Pest Survey Technician

April 22, 2013 – 11:58 am

The Department of Agricultural Resources is seeking applicants to fill a temporary position (May-October, 2013) as Plant Pest Survey Technician.

The Cooperative Agricultural Pest Survey (CAPS) Program, through the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources, provides survey and outreach efforts for introduced plant pests, pathogens and weeds of concern to the state of Massachusetts.
The incumbent will play an important role in exotic pest detection in Massachusetts.  Primarily, the incumbent will be responsible for installing and servicing insect traps in the field, and sampling plant material to be tested for plant diseases.
This position will require working in a variety of environments including orchards, fields, groves, storage sites, nurseries, industrial sites, forests, ports of entry, etc.
Incumbent will be responsible for collecting insect and plant specimens and recording data. Some data collection will require the use of GPS, PDAs and data management systems.  Work will require extensive travel in Massachusetts. Incumbent will work independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications:

Knowledge of insect and plant taxonomy.
Previous experience with insect and/or plant surveys.
Knowledge of technology including GPS, spreadsheet and database software, and data collection using PDAs

This is a full-time, temporary position.  Maxium hours per week is 37.5
Applicants must have experience performing the duties described below or have completed coursework above high school that includes scientific or technical courses such as biology, entomology, ecology, botany, agriculture, etc.
Applicants must have experience with spreadsheet and database entry, and familiarity with GPS and mapping technology.
Applicants must have a valid US driver’s license and his/her own vehicle, and be prepared to spend an extensive amount of time in the field. There is a mileage reimbursement for travel. Compensation, $14-$16 per/hr.

Please send cover letter, resume and employment application to:
Mary Beth Burnand Human Resources Manager 251 Causeway Street, Suite 500 Boston, MA  02114-2151

Application Deadline: 4/30/13

Please include job posting id (J35258) on all applications.
No faxes or email please.
Incomplete application packages may not be accepted and all materials must be received by 5:00 PM on the deadline date in order to be considered
The employment application may be found at www.mass.gov/agr

The State of Massachusetts is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities  are strongly encouraged to apply.

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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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Uncategorized

Green Power Marketing & Communications Internship

April 22, 2013 – 11:23 am

Are you our 2013 Green Power Marketing & Communications Intern?

The Massachusetts Energy Consumers Alliance (Mass Energy) is a non-profit organization that has been working for 31 years to make energy more affordable and environmentally sustainable. We aim to help consumers and policymakers find cost-effective ways to reduce carbon emissions 80% by 2050.

Our green electricity program provides over 7000 members with energy from local renewable sources. The Green Power Marketing & Communications Intern is instrumental to help grow membership in this program. We’re looking for good communicators, interested in marketing, who feel passionately about clean energy.

Specific Responsibilities include:

  • Planning and managing our annual summer Wind Turbine Festivals at local turbines;
  • Managing Mass Energy’s presence at other local events;
  • Assisting with innovative strategies for following up with new member prospects;
  • Working on a team to design new strategies to promote our green electricity programs;
  • Providing customer service to members, and general program support tasks as assigned by supervisor, including assisting with other Mass Energy programs.

Desired Skills:

  • Familiarity with renewable energy and its positive impact, with a desire to learn more.
  • Friendly and interested in connecting with others about environmental issues.
  • Excellent written & verbal communication skills, in-person, on the phone, and in a team setting.
  • Good organizational skills, attention to detail, and professional demeanor.
  • Experience in organizing, marketing, customer service, event planning, and/or sales.
  • Being from Massachusetts is a plus.

Benefits:

  • A chance to use your skills for a tangible project in the renewable energy sector.
  • Exposure to the nitty-gritty of the green power market.
  • An opportunity to gain knowledge, experience, and relationships in the non-profit sector through a well-known and well-respected organization with roots in the community.
  • Compensation of $12 per/hr

Other Details:

This intern will be expected to commit to 24-32 hours/week during the summer, for up to 12 weeks (Start & end dates are FLEXIBLE). The intern will work from our office in the Jamaica Plain neighborhood of Boston, and will be expected to travel to events across eastern MA, occasionally at night and on weekends.

To Apply:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants should apply as soon as possible. Please email cover letter and resume to erin@massenergy.org with subject line “MA Marketing Intern.” Address why you are interested and what skills you would bring. Please no phone calls.

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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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