Dear Environmental Studies Students,
Please find this week’s announcements from the Environmental
Studies Program below.
BC Events and Announcements
1. GIS Research Contest – DUE TODAY!
2. The Challenge of Interreligious Dialogue in the Age of Ladauto
Si’
3. Resourceful Things Conference
4. Shrinking the Earth: The Rise and Decline of American Abundance
Non-BC Conferences and Events
1. Fully Funded Energy Path Conference
Graduate School, Fellowship, and Outside Academic
Opportunities
1. Master’s in Environmental Science at Villanova
2. Fully Funded Master’s in Human/Climate Interactions &
Forecasting at Memorial University
3. Middlebury School of the Environment Summer Program
Internship and Job Opportunities, Site Visits, Study
Abroad Opportunities, and Travel Opportunities
1.
US Geological Survey Job Posting
2.
Environmental Job Openings
3.
Mass Department of Energy
Resources Summer Internships
4.
Seasonal Technicians – MA
Division of Marine Fisheries
5.
Study Abroad in Haiti
6.
Staff Scientist or Engineer
– Neponset River Watershed Association
7.
Internships with New England
Environmental, Inc.
8.
Courses in Belize
9.
Job Opportunities in
Alaskan National Parks
10. Interpretation Ambassador, Nation Parks Service
11. Internship at Grand Canyon National
Park
12. Green Job and Internship Opening List
13. Job Opportunities with Mass and US PIRG
14. Internship with Environment America
15. BC Career Center Updates
Best,
Kevin
--
B. Kevin Brown
Graduate Assistant, Environmental Studies
617-552-2477
Devlin 213
Entry deadline: April 6th, 2016
Contest rules: http://www.bc.edu/giscontest
April 20
McGuinn 121
4:00 p.m.
Donald Worster has agreed to give a speech on his new
book, “Shrinking the Earth: The Rise and Decline of American Abundance.”
The talk will be about a broad theme -- the shift from the post Columbus
sense of new world natural abundance (and economic growth) to the age of seeing
a tiny, vulnerable Earth from outer space. I think this speech will be
appealing to many of us at BC and our students both in History and in
Environmental Studies.
Fully funded
conference scholarship – energy path
Energypath is
the region's largest sustainable energy event
attracting industry professionals, policymakers and academia throughout the
region and across the United States.
Energypath
is a week-long event consists of a three day pre-conference energy camp and a
two day conference. The energy camps are hands-on training in renewable
energy technologies such as wind, solar pv, bioenergy, passive house, and
micro-hydro.
To
assist you, the Sustainable Energy Fund is proud to provide full
scholarships to students and educators on a first come, first serve basis
to attend Energypath 2016 at Penn State, State College, PA July 25th-29th.
Register now!
Time and space are limited. Thank you and we look forward to seeing you!
Interested
in presenting at Energypath or teaching a Fuel Cell or Energy Storage
class? Please find more information here.
Cultivate a culture of sustainability
at Hampshire College in Amherst, MA.
June 6—July 1, 2016
ffs.hampshire.edu
June 6—July 1, 2016
ffs.hampshire.edu
Now in its fifth summer, the Food, Farm, and Sustainability
Institute combines rigorous classroom instruction and practical experience,
utilizing our working farm as a laboratory.
What will students learn?
The Food, Farm, and Sustainability Institute at Hampshire
College is an interdisciplinary academic program focusing on food science and
sustainable food systems, centered at the vibrant Hampshire College Farm
Center. The Institute follows food from its origin in the soil, through plant
cultivation and animal management; addresses issues in public health and
politics; and ends up in the kitchen, breaking bread and assessing the
character of the food we produce and eat.
Who should apply?
We encourage students from across the globe to join us! The Food, Farm, and Sustainability Institute primarily serves undergraduate (and some graduate) students with an interest in food, sustainable agriculture, farming, environmental studies, and/or sustainability studies. Anyone over the age of 18 is welcome to apply.
Yeah, but what about transfer credits?
We've got those too! The course structure will mainly consist of work at the farm in the mornings, afternoon classes, field trips (e.g., to other local farms and food processors), some evening speakers, and some weekend trips. We recommend a minimum of four undergraduate credits for the completion of the program.
Ok, I'm interested. What is the application process?
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Only completed applications are reviewed. Once accepted, you will be billed for the program, and once all fees are paid, your spot is secure!
APPLY NOW
Important Dates to Remember
April 3: Priority Deadline for all applications
April 11: Tuition Discount Deadline (all payments must be received in order to receive 15% tuition discount)
May 1: Application Deadline (application materials must be submitted)
May 15: Payment Deadline (all payments must be submitted)
April 11: Tuition Discount Deadline (all payments must be received in order to receive 15% tuition discount)
May 1: Application Deadline (application materials must be submitted)
May 15: Payment Deadline (all payments must be submitted)
The Department of Geography & the Environment at
Villanova University has a new Master of Science in Environmental Science with
enrollments beginning in Fall 2016. Our faculty specialize in
ecosystem studies that span the coastal and inland environments, with on-going
research projects in the northeast and the around the world. Our program
uniquely offers the opportunity to develop geospatial technical skills that are
highly marketable and sought-after by employers. We have thesis and
non-thesis options, that can be completed within two years or part-time by working
professionals. For more information, please see our website and contact Dr.
Lisa Rodrigues (lisa.rodrigues@villanova.edu),
Graduate Program Director.
Research Projects: https://www1.villanova.edu/villanova/artsci/geoenv/academicprograms/Gradute_Programs/ResearchAreas.html
MSES Program: https://www1.villanova.edu/villanova/artsci/geoenv/academicprograms/Gradute_Programs.html
Three Fully Funded
Masters Positions in Human/Climate Interactions & Forecasting
The Applied Climatology Lab
with Memorial University’s Dept. of Geography is seeking graduate applicants
for multiple MSc and MA positions. Successful candidates will research the
intersection of natural and social sciences, while collaborating with partners
in industry and government. Any students with interests in weather,
climate, and related impacts on society are encouraged to contact Joel
Finnis (jfinnis@mun.ca). All
positions are fully funded, and students can choose from several degree
options (see below).
Current
graduate opportunities
Improving
forecasts of Grand Banks fog (MSc; Geography, Math & Stats, or Env Sci)
Located near the
intersection of the cold Labrador Current and warm Gulf Stream, the Grand Banks
of Newfoundland experience frequent heavy fog events. These pose a hazard to
marine workers and a significant challenge to marine forecasters. We are
seeking an MSc student with interests in weather and marine hazards to test
novel approaches to improving fog forecast reliability. The successful
candidate will have a unique opportunity to work across academic, industry, and
government sectors, collaborating with partners at AMEC Environment and
Infrastructure and Environment Canada. Funded through the Marine Environment
Observation Prediction and Response (MEOPAR) Network.
Forecast attitudes and
application in Atlantic Canada (MA; Geography, Sociology, Anthropology, or Env
Sci)
Even a perfect weather
forecast is only useful if it is i) efficiently communicated and ii) acted
upon. Unfortunately, a range of factors can constrain the effectiveness
of forecasts for particular uses and their uptake and application. These might
include (among others): limited understanding of user needs among
forecasters, problems with spatial and temporal scale, or lack of capacity to
respond to forecasts. The nature and consequences of these factors likely varies
between forecast users (i.e. oil and gas companies vs fish harvesters), leading
to different requirements for and approaches to forecast data across
stakeholder groups. We are seeking an MA candidate with strong
interpersonal skills to examine the constraints on effectiveness of weather
forecasting across industry sectors, and help identify strategies for
addressing these constraints. Work experience and knowledge of the marine
sector would be an asset. Funded through MEOPAR; partners include SafetyNet.
Climate variability perception (MA; Geography, Community Health,
or Sociology)
Climate is never constant; from year to year,
the state of the climate varies from cool to warm, wet to dry, stormy to
sunny. Although these variations are a prominent aspect of research in
the natural sciences, they have largely been ignored in research into social
science aspects of climate change (e.g. climate change perception, or attitudes
towards climate action). The result is a limited understanding of how or
when to best communicate information on variability/change; this can lead to
confusing climate science communication or discussion unusual events (e.g. the
‘polar vortex’ winter of 2013/14). Our project aims to fill this
knowledge gap by assessing ways people discuss variability, and assimilate
experienced variability into a broader understanding of climate change.
Two MAs will assist this research, conducting interviews and focus groups
in selected research communities. Funded through SSHRC.
Middlebury School of the Environment
June 24th to August 5th, 2016
I am pleased to announce that we
are now accepting applications
for the Summer 2016 session of the Middlebury School of the Environment
(MSoE).
Please pass this along to any of
your undergraduate students who may be interested in a for-credit summer
program that combines coursework in environmental studies with leadership and
professional skills training.
The Middlebury School of the
Environment is a six-week, integrated program, running from June 24 to
August 5, 2016, on Middlebury College’s main campus in Vermont.
The program offers nine
semester-hour credits, and financial aid is
available.
Our session last summer was quite
successful, and I’m pleased to say that for this coming summer we will be
offering the same mix of formal coursework and leadership training as in
previous years.
The curriculum involves two different
tracks of study, one on sustainability and understanding place
(taught at a more advanced level and intended for students with previous
coursework in environmental studies) and one on systems thinking and environmental
analysis (taught at a more introductory level).
Each student, regardless of their
track of study, also enrolls in one of four electives,
depending on their interests: Environmental Video Production; Wicked
Environmental Problems; Environmental Pollution; or Religion, Nature,
and Justice.
The co-curricular
program on leadership training focuses on helping students develop the
skills they need as professionals to do something effective with the
information they learn in their studies. For this, the faculty of the MSoE
are joined by leading environmental professionals and experts in a number of
skills that will enhance each student’s ability to be successful no matter what
choose to do with their college education.
Applications for admission and
financial are accepted on a rolling basis until enrollment is complete.
It is recommended that interested students submit their applications
sooner rather than later.
I’m happy to talk to anyone
regarding our program. Feel free to write to me directly – or have your
interested students write to me – with any questions.
Cheers,
Steve Trombulak
—
Dr. Stephen C. Trombulak
Director, Middlebury School of
the Environment
Middlebury College, Middlebury, VT
05753
trombulak@middlebury.edu |
steve.trombulak (Skype)
802-443-5439 (office) |
802-377-7294 (cell)
sites.middlebury.edu/trombulak
(home page)
Organization: U.S. Geological Survey, New England Water Science
Center
Job: Hydrologic Technician
Location: Northborough, MA (relocation expenses will not be
paid)
Key Requirements: U.S Citizen. Suitable for Federal employment, as
determined by background investigation. Valid state driver’s license and safe
driving record.
Duties and Responsibilities
The U.S. Geological Survey, New
England Water Science Center is in search of an entry level (recent graduate,
0-2 years’ experience) scientist to join our Surface Water Quality Studies
Section. The scientist will provide field and laboratory support for numerous
projects.
Duties will include
providing support for:
• Preparation of equipment and
other supplies for use in the field and laboratory, including readying meters.
• Collection of samples of
water, sediment, and other environmental media, as well as taking measurements
of stream flow.
• Design and installation of
various water monitoring platforms to support data collection.
• Processing, storage, and
shipment of samples for analysis.
• Making laboratory
determinations of water quality parameters using predetermined methods.
• Performing field site
equipment installations and operations and maintenance.
• Processing data collected in
the field.
Field work can be extensive at
times, and often during
harsh weather and environmental conditions.
Applicants must be willing to work long hours, early mornings and weekends as
needed, as well as be available for overnight trips.
Duties may also include:
• Background research and
literature review.
• Collection, analysis, and
integration of data from various sources.
• Basic data analyses.
• Preparation of graphical and
tabular data summaries for inclusion in reports and presentations.
• Writing and contribution to
technical reports.
Qualifications
The candidate
must have a strong interest in being an active participant in water quality
field operations, including processing samples in the laboratory; and
demonstrate ability to perform these functions through past experience with
water quality field work. The preferred candidate will have a professional
demeanor, be highly motivated, and possess excellent quantitative,
problem-solving, and written and oral communication skills. Excellent
organizational skills are a must, with strong attention to details. The
preferred candidate will be able to work on multiple projects concurrently,
meet tight deadlines, and work well both independently and as a member of a
team. Candidates must have demonstrated experience and knowledge of the
theories, principles, practices, and techniques of limnology, aquatic
chemistry, and hydrology. Degree(s) in the aquatic, environmental, ecological,
or natural sciences are required.
Although not
required, ideal candidates may also have one or more of the following in
addition to the requires experience with field and laboratory operations:
• Working
knowledge of electronics and be familiar with common construction practices to
participate in the design
and installation of various water monitoring platforms.
• Strong data
management and analysis skills.
• Experience
applying statistical and other quantitative techniques to water quality data,
including the development of sound findings and conclusions following analysis.
• Training and/or
experience with R, or other programming language data analysis software with
the ability to quickly learn R.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel/Word
macros and Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) programming.
• Proficient in
the ESRI suite of ArcGIS software and geoprocessing tools.
• An
understanding of watershed and water quality models, their limitations, and
their applicability.
• An
understanding of watershed-based planning and watershed management principles;
and demonstrated knowledge of the Federal and State Water Quality Management
Programs.
Open Space Institute, a leader in protecting scenic, natural and historic
landscapes and supporting sustainable communities, has openings for: an
Outdoors America Campaing Coordinator, Grants Administrator, Cartographic
Designer, and Conservation Diversity Fellowship. See networks: http://www.osiny.org/site/PageServer?pagename=Job_Opportunities
The Mass Department of Energy Resources has posted its
internship positions for the Summer of 2016 on our website at http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/internship-program.html
Or visit our homepage at www.mass.gov
and click on Mass Clean Energy Internships in the top right hand box.
DOER has internships in all fields of studies; renewables,
alternative transportation (Clean Cities), engineering, communications and
more. If you have any questions, please let me know and thank you for
your assistance in passing this along to all interested students and
faculty.
The
MA Division of Marine Fisheries will be hiring 4 seasonal technicians to assist
with field and lab work, as well as data management for our spring diadromous
projects – see the links below.
UF in Haiti: Behind the Mountains
Summer A: May 9 – June 17
Departments of Languages, Literatures & Cultures and Agricultural Education &
Communication
Courses are taught by UF faculty
Contacts: Dr. Benjamin Hebblethwaite, hebble@ufl.edu
Dr. Paul Monaghan, paulf@ufl.edu
Ms. Bertrhude Albert, bertrhude@projectsforhaiti.org
Dr. Andrew Tarter, andrew.tarter@ufl.edu
Program
UF in Haiti is a 6-week study abroad program that immerses you in the Haitian Creole
language and culture of Haiti while asking you to give back to Haiti through a service
contribution through English instruction. You will learn the basics of Haitian Creole
inside and outside the classroom and Haitian culture and society in an English-language
course led by Dr. Hebblethwaite and Dr. Monaghan. Through this dynamic dual-directed
program with social sciences and humanities emphases, you will discover the welcoming
and proud people and country of Haiti.
Location
Cape Haitian (Kap-Ayisyen or Cape-Haïtien) is Haiti’s second largest city, located on the
northern coast. It is an old Caribbean city that is home to striking buildings, stirring
monuments and historical sites, businesses, and a vibrant cultural scene including music,
theater, sports, cinema, churches, temples, mosques and traditional forms of folk
entertainment. It was the colonial capital before 1752.
Excursions
Milot, Citadelle Laferrière, Bwa Kayiman, Labadee, Limonade, downtown Cape Haitian,
a farm, a courthouse, a factory.
Summer A: May 9 – June 17
Departments of Languages, Literatures & Cultures and Agricultural Education &
Communication
Courses are taught by UF faculty
Contacts: Dr. Benjamin Hebblethwaite, hebble@ufl.edu
Dr. Paul Monaghan, paulf@ufl.edu
Ms. Bertrhude Albert, bertrhude@projectsforhaiti.org
Dr. Andrew Tarter, andrew.tarter@ufl.edu
Program
UF in Haiti is a 6-week study abroad program that immerses you in the Haitian Creole
language and culture of Haiti while asking you to give back to Haiti through a service
contribution through English instruction. You will learn the basics of Haitian Creole
inside and outside the classroom and Haitian culture and society in an English-language
course led by Dr. Hebblethwaite and Dr. Monaghan. Through this dynamic dual-directed
program with social sciences and humanities emphases, you will discover the welcoming
and proud people and country of Haiti.
Location
Cape Haitian (Kap-Ayisyen or Cape-Haïtien) is Haiti’s second largest city, located on the
northern coast. It is an old Caribbean city that is home to striking buildings, stirring
monuments and historical sites, businesses, and a vibrant cultural scene including music,
theater, sports, cinema, churches, temples, mosques and traditional forms of folk
entertainment. It was the colonial capital before 1752.
Excursions
Milot, Citadelle Laferrière, Bwa Kayiman, Labadee, Limonade, downtown Cape Haitian,
a farm, a courthouse, a factory.
The
Neponset River Watershed Association is seeking a candidate for the position of
Staff Scientist or Engineer. He/she uses a
combination of technical and leadership skills to implement projects that
address a broad array of watershed issues including water quality monitoring,
stormwater, and water conservation. This is a full-time, permanent position,
available immediately. View the full description HERE.
NEE will be accepting
applications until March 11 for three paid summer internships in our
Natural Resource, Ecological Restoration and Landscape Architecture
Departments.
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Ever wanted to use your skills to study and protect some of
the world's most interesting and beautiful protected areas? The U.S. National
Park Service is now hiring multiple seasonal positions in parks around Alaska
for a variety of physical science tasks including glaciology, coastal landform
mapping, GIS, freshwater monitoring, geohazards, fluvial geomorphology, and
many others. Please share these links of the job descriptions widely with
potentially interested U.S. citizens.
Through
research and under the guidance of interpretation park rangers, the candidate
presents thematic house and grounds tours of Frederick Law Olmsted National
Historic Site in Brookline. In addition, the candidate orients visitors to the
site, makes them feel welcome, and provides informal background on the history
and significance of this National Park Service site. The Interpretation
Ambassador answers incoming phone calls, responds to general inquiries,
provides information and/or directs calls appropriately (a phone directory and
a list of who’s who at the site is in your orientation folder.) Throughout
the day, the intern ensures the visitor center looks neat and professional and
keeps the site bulletins well-stocked at the desk, and in the outside brochure
dispenser. In addition to welcoming and informing visitors, answering
phones, and the door, the intern records and tracks visitor statistics, and
does other administrative tasks as assigned. There might be opportunities
for cross-training with other divisions and developing off-site walks of
regional Olmsted-design landscapes, depending on the candidate’s skills and
interest.
Skills:
Public
speaking skills, good communication skills, ability to research and disseminate
information to the public, interest and/or background in history, American
studies, art history, architecture, and/or other related discipline.
Time
Commitment:
Ideally, the candidate would work 30 hours a week, including at least one
weekend day.
Application
Procedure:
Please submit a current resume, cover letter, and names and contact information
for three references (preferably one work, one academic, and one peer
reference) to:
Mark
Swartz, Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site, 99 Warren Street,
Brookline, MA 02445; Mark_Swartz@nps.gov.
Our
telephone number is 617-566-1689.
Posting to bring attention to a recent vacancy announcement
for a Geoscientist in the Parks internship at Grand Canyon National Park.
The intern will help with several fluvial geomorphic projects in the park and
will be a key member of the park's physical science team for 3 to 6
months. Internship details can be found here: https://rock.geosociety.org/eo/viewJob.asp?jobID=1907
Questions can be directed to:
Ed Schenk
Senior physical scientist
Grand Canyon National Park
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Looking for a job that makes a difference? U.S.PIRG is
hiring college seniors to work as Campus Organizers on college campuses across
the country. On issue after issue, we see powerful interests corrupting the
democratic process, twisting public policy to serve their own ends. U.S. PIRG
takes action by documenting the problems, finding practical solutions,
informing the public and making the case for change directly to
decision-makers. We work on fighting climate change, restoring democracy, and
protecting public health. Apply online atwww.uspirg.org/jobs
or email wellington@masspirgstudents.org
for more details.
PIRG stands for the Public Interest Research Group. We take on
issues where the public needs a champion—someone to stand up to powerful
interests when they push the other way. We know that smart policy solutions and
real change won’t just happen. You need to organize, advocate and fight for
them.
Fellows
Our fellows don’t just sit behind a desk. You’ll be out in the real world—recruiting new groups to join a coalition, speaking in a church basement or town hall to win a new endorsement, organizing a news event or rally, meeting with an editorial board, or doing whatever else it takes to urge our public officials to do the right thing. This is a two-year program, expressly designed to prepare future leaders within PIRG. 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.
Digital Campaigners
Our digital campaigners help us design and win campaigns on some of the most important issues affecting the public today. This position is an exciting way to organize and motivate people online. Our online campaigns reach tens of thousands of people and spread the word about making change. This is a position for professionals who are ready to turn online skills into political action. We’re looking for people with sharp writing skills, savvy strategic ability, and a talent for using social media.
To learn more and apply, visit jobs.uspirg.org.
U.S. PIRG is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, sex, handicap, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status.
Fellows
Our fellows don’t just sit behind a desk. You’ll be out in the real world—recruiting new groups to join a coalition, speaking in a church basement or town hall to win a new endorsement, organizing a news event or rally, meeting with an editorial board, or doing whatever else it takes to urge our public officials to do the right thing. This is a two-year program, expressly designed to prepare future leaders within PIRG. 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.
Digital Campaigners
Our digital campaigners help us design and win campaigns on some of the most important issues affecting the public today. This position is an exciting way to organize and motivate people online. Our online campaigns reach tens of thousands of people and spread the word about making change. This is a position for professionals who are ready to turn online skills into political action. We’re looking for people with sharp writing skills, savvy strategic ability, and a talent for using social media.
To learn more and apply, visit jobs.uspirg.org.
U.S. PIRG is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, sex, handicap, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status.
What do interns with Environment America interns do? You’ll
help us educate and engage more students and citizens on the most critical
environmental issues of our time. You’ll help us get our issues into the media,
build coalitions, organize events and lobby decision-makers. Ultimately, you’ll
help us build the kind of public support it takes to win.
Campaigns
We’re working to stop global warming: We took a big step forward last summer when President Obama directed his Environmental Protection Agency to develop standards that would cut carbon pollution from power plants, the nation’s largest contributors to global warming pollution. This historic step won’t be enough to fully solve the problem, but it’ll be an important start. But standing in the way, at every step, is one of the most powerful special interests in the world: the fossil fuel industry. That’s where we come in. We’re working to rally millions of American citizens, along with local elected officials and other powerful voices to back the President’s plan.
We’re making sure we don’t frack our future: Dirty and dangerous fracking could soon put some of America’s most spectacular places at risk. And we know that this especially destructive method of drilling for gas contaminates water and turns forests and rural landscapes into industrial zones – making nearby families sick and contributing significantly to global warming as well. Now, we’re working to offset the outsized influence of the oil and gas industry and keep our remarkable special places protected.
We’re working to protect our rivers, lakes and streams: To protect our waterways from pollution and destruction we need to crack down on factory farm pollution, sewage and other threats. And we know it won’t be easy because of big opposition from the Farm Bureau, giant agribusiness and others. Now, we’re working to harness grassroots support for clean water and turn it into the political power we need to have a lasting direct impact on our waterways.
Becoming an Environment America intern
Campaigns
We’re working to stop global warming: We took a big step forward last summer when President Obama directed his Environmental Protection Agency to develop standards that would cut carbon pollution from power plants, the nation’s largest contributors to global warming pollution. This historic step won’t be enough to fully solve the problem, but it’ll be an important start. But standing in the way, at every step, is one of the most powerful special interests in the world: the fossil fuel industry. That’s where we come in. We’re working to rally millions of American citizens, along with local elected officials and other powerful voices to back the President’s plan.
We’re making sure we don’t frack our future: Dirty and dangerous fracking could soon put some of America’s most spectacular places at risk. And we know that this especially destructive method of drilling for gas contaminates water and turns forests and rural landscapes into industrial zones – making nearby families sick and contributing significantly to global warming as well. Now, we’re working to offset the outsized influence of the oil and gas industry and keep our remarkable special places protected.
We’re working to protect our rivers, lakes and streams: To protect our waterways from pollution and destruction we need to crack down on factory farm pollution, sewage and other threats. And we know it won’t be easy because of big opposition from the Farm Bureau, giant agribusiness and others. Now, we’re working to harness grassroots support for clean water and turn it into the political power we need to have a lasting direct impact on our waterways.
Becoming an Environment America intern
If you agree that it’s time to solve these big environmental
problems, the best thing you can do to get involved is to apply to be an Environment America
intern today.
We’re looking for students who care deeply about the environment and are ready to make a difference now.
As an intern:
We’re looking for students who care deeply about the environment and are ready to make a difference now.
As an intern:
- You’ll learn how to analyze environmental problems,
push for smart solutions, and build the public support it takes to win
- You’ll work side-by-side with one of our organizers,
learning the ropes.
- And you'll attend briefings and trainings to learn even
more about environmental issues and gain organizing skill
- And if you’re thinking you might want to make a career
out of solving big environmental problems like global warming – interning
with Environment America is one of the best ways to get started. Not only
will you get the training and experience you need, but we hire our most
talented and committed interns to join our Fellowship Program when they
graduate.
We’re hiring interns in Boston and 29 states nationwide. Email Madeline Page, Environment America’s Global Warming Outreach Director at mpage@environmentamerica.org with questions or to apply!
Coming up:
2016 SEC
/ ACC Virtual Career Fair
Tuesday,
April 5 and Wednesday, April 6
This fair
will connect students with 120 + employers live online from across the nation
in a variety of industries. Employers are offering full-time
and internship opportunities. All majors invited! Register
here.
Tuesday,
April 5
This
event connects current Boston College students who have an interest in careers
in media, writing, and communications with alumni and professionals. Student
attendees will have the opportunity to learn about internships and career
paths. RSVP
via Eaglelink.
Wednesday,
April 6
Attend
the Government Careers Information Forum and learn about government
opportunities in a variety of sectors. You will meet representatives from
federal, state, and municipal government organizations. Event includes
20-minute round table discussions and networking opportunities. Students rotate
every 20 minutes so you can come and go as you please and speak to up to 6
agencies over the 2 hours. Register
here.
Wednesday, April 13
Looking for a summer job or internship? Attend the Successful
Summer workshop and you will leave with some helpful tips on how to make the
most of your summer break. Hear from three students who will share their
experiences and advice about how to make the most of your time! Snacks
provided! Learn
more & register.
MERC Education
Job Fair 2016
Thursday, April 21, 2016, 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Cabot Gym, Northeastern University, Boston, MA
HUGE JOB FAIR! 100+ schools and districts, many from Massachusetts, some from other states (3 from CT, 3 from NYC). This fair is ONLY for students and alumni from MERC member schools (including BC, of course), and it's free. Opportunities for students with OR without teaching certification. List of employers can be found here.
Thursday, April 21, 2016, 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Cabot Gym, Northeastern University, Boston, MA
HUGE JOB FAIR! 100+ schools and districts, many from Massachusetts, some from other states (3 from CT, 3 from NYC). This fair is ONLY for students and alumni from MERC member schools (including BC, of course), and it's free. Opportunities for students with OR without teaching certification. List of employers can be found here.
Ongoing opportunities:
Career
Chats
Informal group advising sessions led by Career Center staff,
Career Chats allow students to engage in discussion around various
career-related topics with their peers. Upcoming topics include: Prelaw,
Connecting Interests to Careers, Job Search for A&S, and Interviewing
Skills. See
the schedule in EagleLink.
Information Sessions & Recruiting
This is just a sampling of many opportunities
available. Visit EagleLink to see more.
- Barclays: Info Session,
4/5/16, 6 PM (Banking: Commercial, Investment, Retail)
- Blueprint Schools
Network: Turnaround: Specialist Teacher - Media/Technology,
Elementary Grades 1-5 (Full-Time)
- MassEcon: Summer Internship
- Evan Guthrie Law
Firm: Internship for National Legal Website
- Commonwealth of
Massachusetts - House of Representatives: Research
Analyst (Full-Time)
As
always, if a specific event or event type catches your eye as particularly
relevant to your department, please don’t hesitate to reach out; we’d love the
opportunity to work with you to ensure that this event reaches the students for
whom it will be the most beneficial.
B. Kevin Brown
Graduate Assistant, Environmental Studies
617-552-2477
Devlin 213
Spring 2016 Office Hours: Monday 10:00am-1:00pm, Tuesday
10:30am-3:00pm, Wednesday 10:00am-1:00pm, and Thursday 10:30am-3:00pm
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