The Big Green Internship Book
Internships and Summer Jobs for the Environment
2007

 


Alabama
Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources

Alaska
Alaska Center for the Environment
Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge
Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies
Cook Inlet Keeper

Arizona
Arizona Game & Fish
Audubon Appleton-Whittell Reasearch Ranch Sanctuary
Cosanti Foundation/Arcosanti
Southwestern Research Station

California
Agriculture and Land Based Training Association
Ballona Wetlands Land Trust
California Waterfowl Association
Council for Environmental Education
Earth Island Institute
Environmental Defense Center
Environmental Working Group
Farallone Marine Sanctuary Association
Floresta USA
Heal the Bay
International Rivers Network
LandWatch Monterey County
Mono Lake Committee
National Audubon Society Starr Ranch Sanctuary
Save San Francisco Bay Association
Sea Turtle Restoration Project
Slide Ranch
State Coastal Conservancy

Colorado
Aspen Center for Environmental Studies
Keystone Science School
Larimer County and Open Lands
Plains Conservation Center

Connecticut
Audubon Greenwich
Audubon in Sharon
Connecticut Audubon Birdcraft Museum
Connecticut Audubon Center at Glastonbury
Connecticut Forest and Park Association
Connecticut Fund for the Environment
E/ The Environmental Magazine
New Haven Land Trust
Westmoor Park

Delaware
Delaware Nature Society

District of Columbia
Alliance for Healthy Homes
American Council on Renewable Energy
American Lands Institute
Antartica and Southern Oceans Coalition
Blue Frontier Campaign
Coast Alliance
Congressional Management Foundation
Container Recycling Instiute
Earth Share
Ecological Society of America
Environmental Council of the States
Environmental Working Group
Friends of the Earth
Green Seal
Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments
National Audubon Society
National Environmental Trust
New Forests Project
Project Learning Tree
Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility
Save America's Forests
Scenic America
Sierra Club
The Environmentors Project
The Ocean Conservancy
The Wilderness Society
Trust for Public Land
Union of Concerned Scientists
White House Council on Environmental Quality

Florida
Charlotte Harbor Environmental Center
Marine Resources Development Foundation
Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation
The Conservancy of Southwest Forida

Georgia
Chattahoochee Nature Center
Georgia Wildlife Federation
Rock Eagle 4-H Center

Hawaii
Earthtrust
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Lyon Arboretum

Idaho
Salmon and Challis National Forests
The Nature Conservancy

Illinois
Chicago Botanical Garden
Elmhurst Park District
Friends of Ryerson Woods
Max McGraw Wildlife Foundation
McHenry County Conservation District

Indiana
Bradford Woods Outdoor Education Center
Indiana Dunes Environmental Learning Center

Iowa
Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation

Kentucky
C. E. Buckley Wildlife Sanctuary
Tennessee Valley Authority

Maine
Chewonki Foundation
Damariscotta River Association
Ferry Beach Ecology School
Maine Audubon
Maine Conservation Corps
Maine Environmental Research Institute
Natural Resources Council of Maine
Wells National Estuarine Research Reserve

Maryland
Adkins Arboretum
Alliance of Community Trees
American Hiking Society
Anacosta Watershed Society
Audubon Naturalist Society
Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center
Chesapeake Bay Foundation
Farm Animal Reform Movement
Irvine Nature Center
Jones Falls Watershed Association
Maryland’s Coastal Bay Program
National Aquarium in Baltimore
Nature Camps
Pickering Creek Audubon Center
Renewable Natural Resources Foundation
Sierra Club Maryland Chapter
Society of American Foresters
The Wildlife Society

Massachusetts
Appalachian Mountain Club
Association for the Preservation of Cape Cod
Campaign to Save the Environment
Center for Coastal Studies
Charles River Conservancy
Charles River Watershed Association
Emerald Necklace Conservancy
Environmental League of Massachusetts
Lloyd Center for Environmental Studies
Maria Mitchell Association
Massachusetts Audubon Society-Acadia
Massachusetts Audubon Society-Drumlin Farm
Massachusetts Audubon Society-Felix Neck
Massachusetts Audubon Society-Habitat
Massachusetts Audubon Society-South Shores
Massachusetts Audubon Society-Wildwood
Massachusetts Audubon’s Berkshire Sanctuaries
Massachusetts Executive Office of Environmental Affairs
Massachusetts Division of Fish and Wildlife
Merck Family Fund
Quebec Labrador Foundation
Second Nature
The Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University
US Fish and Wildlife Service

Michigan
Leelanan Conservancy
Michigan Audubon Society
Michigan Nature Association
Sarett Nature Center
West Michigan Environmental Action Council

Minnesota
Audubon Center of the Northwoods
Dodge Nature Center
Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center
International Wolf Center
River Bend Nature Center
Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center
YMCA Camp Widjiwagan

Mississippi
Wildlife Rehabilitation and Nature Preservation Society, Inc.

Missouri
Earth Share of Missouri

New Hampshire
Boston University-Sargent Center
Lake Sunapee Protective Association Lab
Student Conservation Association
The Nature Conservancy
Windsor Mountain International

New Jersey
Bayshore Discovrey Project
Clean Ocean Action
Morris Land Conservancy
New Jersey Audubon Society
New Jersey State Aquarium
Pinelands Commission
The Wetlands Institute

New York
Association for Resource Conservation
Environmental Advocates
Environmental Defense
Healthy Schools Network, Inc
Hudson River Sloop Clearwater, Inc
Inform Inc
Museum of the Hudson Highlands
National Audubon Society
New York State Tug Hill Commission
Queens Botanical Garden
Queens College Center for Teaching and Research
Rainforest Alliance
Sagamore Institute of the Adirondacks, Inc.
United Nations Environment Programme

North Carolina
Carolina Raptor Center
Mountain Trail Outdoor School
North Carolina State Government Internship Program
Western North Carolina Nature Center

Ohio
Aullwood Audubon Center
Cincinnati Nature Center
Cuyahoga Valley National Park Association
Glen Helen Ecology Institute
Nature Center at Shaker Lakes
Ohio PIRG
The Dawes Arboretum

Oregon
Aprovecho Research Center
Pacific Rivers Council
Resource Assistance for Rural Environments (RARE)
Wild Salmon Center
World Forest Institute

Pennsylvania
Academy of Natural Sciences
Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve
Bucks County Audubon
Clean Air Council
Delaware Highlands Conservancy
Hawk Mountain Sanctuary Association
Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful
Maysie’s Farm Conservation Center
Peace Valley Nature Center
Pennsylvania Environmental Council
Pennsylvania Farm Education Center
Pocono Environmental Education Center
The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education
Wildlife Information Center

Rhode Island
Norman Bird Sanctuary
Save the Bay, Inc.

South Carolina
Audubon Center at Francis Biedler Forest
The Coastal Discovery Museum

Tennessee
Crabtree Farms

Texas
Audubon of Texas
Fossil Rim Wildlife Center
Galveston Houston Association for Smog Prevention (GHASP)
Keep Brownwood Beautiful
Mothers for Clean Air
Welder Wildlife Foundation

Utah
Hawk Watch International
Ogden Nature Center
Utah Conservation Corps

Vermont
Montshire Museum of Science
VINS Raptor Center

Virginia
Center for Health, Environment and Justice
Earth Force
Loudin Wildlife Conservancy
National Wildlife Federation
Northern Virginia Conservation Trust
Smithsonian National Zoo
The Civil War Trust
The Conservation Fund
The Student Conservation Association
The Wildlife Center of Virginia
Trout Unlimited

Washington
Capitol Land Trust
Citizens for a Healthy Bay
Islandwood
Wolf Hollow Wildlife Rehabilitation Center

Wisconsin
Gathering Waters Conservancy
International Crane Foundation
Trees for Tomorrow Natural Resources Education Center
Upham Woods 4-H Environmental Education Center
 


Capt. Donald Brooks
Special Assistant/Recruiter
Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources
64 North Union Street
Montgomery, AL 36130

Phone: 334-242-3261
Website: www.outdooralabama.com


Organization Description: This is a state Conservation and Natural Resources organization that is responsible for Game and Fish Wildlife, Commercial Fishing, and Public Safety on Inland Waters, State Land Resources and State Parks and Monuments.

Internship Program: Internships may be held with any of the five divisions listed above.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
X Biology/Ecology
X Outdoor Education/Recreation
X Environmental Policy/Political Science
    Journalism/Communications
    Conservation/History
    Non-profit Management
    Other: Criminal Justice

Stipend:     
Stipend Amount:

Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring 

Application Materials:

X Cover Letter
X Resume
X Writing Sample
X References
Application Form
Other: Contact for information

Deadlines:

Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Additional Information:


Mr. Randy Virgin
Director
Alaska Center for the Environment
807 G Street
Suite 100
Anchorage, AK 99501

Phone:  907-274-3621
Website: www.akcenter.org


Organization Description: Alaska Center for the Environment is a grass roots organization committed to protecting the environment.

Internship Program: Internships offered include Outdoor environmental/education program assistant, State Land Use intern, and Grass Roots organizer intern.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
X Biology/Ecology
X Outdoor Education/Recreation
X Environmental Policy/Political Science
X Journalism/Communications
X Conservation/History
X Non-profit Management
    Other:

Stipend: X
Stipend Amount: $500

Housing Assistance: X

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring 

Application Materials:

    Cover Letter
X Resume
    Writing Sample
X References
    Application Form
    Other: Letter of Interest

Deadlines:

Fall:
Spring:
Summer:

Additional Information: Internships can be year round if applicable.


Mr. Kris Shorsrud
Outdoor Recreation Planner
Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge
95 Sterling Highway, Suite 1
Homer, AK 99603

Phone:  907-235-6546
Website: R7AMNWR@fws.gov

Organization Description: The Alaska Maritime Refuge is a collection of over 2,500 islands and headlands around the coast of Alaska. This ecosystem supports most of the nesting seabird population of the United States. It is also home to marine mammals of several species.

Internship Program: Interns work in monitoring seabird colonies in remote areas. They also assist the staff by developing interpretive programs and staffing the visitor center in Homer, Alaska.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
X Biology/Ecology
X Outdoor Education/Recreation
    Environmental Policy/Political Science
   Journalism/Communications
    Conservation/History
    Non-profit Management
    Other:

Stipend: X
Stipend Amount: Limited

Housing Assistance: X

Internships Available:
X Summer
    Fall
X Spring

Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X Resume
Writing Sample
X References
    Application Form
    Other:

Deadlines:

Fall:
Spring: January 1
Summer: February 15

Additional Information:


Ms. Marilyn Sigman
Executive Director
Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies
P.O. Box 2225
Homer, AK 99603

Phone:  907-235-6667
Website: www.akcoastalstudies.org

Organization Description: CACS, Homer Alaska is a nonprofit, grassroots environmental education organization that provides educational programs at two locations. Wynn Nature Center is a 130-acre preserve about 5 miles from Homer with a day-use cabin and trail system. Shared housing is provided for interns and staff. Peterson Bay Field Station is a semi-remote, rustic facility about 5 miles from Homer across Kachemak Bay, accessible only by boat. The Field Station serves as the base for day tours on a coastal forest trail system with access to several beaches. The Field Station has shared housing.

Internship Program: Naturalist Interns- 2 positions. Energetic, creative people needed to lead interpretive natural history hikes and day tours and participate in research or environmental education projects. Academic background in botany and forest ecology and/or marine biology with field courses preferred. Interns need experience with teaching, good physical condition, and the maturity to live in group situations and work as part of a team. Alaska experience preferred. May be able to arrange academic credit for projects. The projects are for 2 1/2-3 months June 1 to Labor Day.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
X Biology/Ecology
X Outdoor Education/Recreation
    Environmental Policy/Political Science
    Journalism/Communications
    Conservation/History
    Non-profit Management
    Other: Botany, Marine Biology

Stipend: X
Stipend Amount: $600-$1200 month
Housing Assistance: X

Internships Available:
X Summer
    Fall
X Spring

Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X Resume
    Writing Sample
    3 References
    Application Form
    Other:

Deadlines:

Fall:
Spring: February 15
Summer: February 20

Additional Information: email: jobs@akcoastalstudies.org For more information on the Alaska Conservation Intern Program see www.akcf.org


Ms. Sue Mauger
Stream Ecologist
Cook Inlet Keeper
PO Box 3269
Homer, AK 99603

Phone: 907-235-4068
Website: www.inletkeeper.org

Organization Description: Cook Inlet Keeper is a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting Alaska's Cook Inlet and the life it sustains.

Internship Program: Internships are available in Field and Laboratory Research. Interns work with staff to support water quality monitoring, salmon stream monitoring and laboratory work.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
X Biology/Ecology
    Outdoor Education/Recreation
    Environmental Policy/Political Science
    Journalism/Communications
    Conservation/History
    Non-profit Management
    Other:

Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Housing Assistance: X

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring 

Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X Resume
    Writing Sample
    References
    Application Form
    Other:

Deadlines:

Fall: August
Spring: December
Summer: April

Additional Information:


Ms. Sally Little
Staffing Coordinator
Arizona Game & Fish
2221 Greenway Road
Phoenix, AZ 85023

Phone:  602-789-3326
Website: www.azgfd.com

Organization Description: The Arizona Fish & Game conserves, enhances, and restores Arizona's diverse wildlife resources and habitats through aggressive protection and management programs, and provides wildlife resources and safe watercraft and off highway vehicle recreation. The headquarters are in Phoenix with regions throughout the state.

Internship Program: Intern positions vary throughout the state. Examples of possible internships include: Development, Wetlands Conservation, Mexican Wolf Project, Willow Flycatcher, Sonoran Pronghorn Ecology, Black Footed Ferret, Amphibians & Reptiles, Native Fish Field Worker, Desert Tortoise, Northern Goshawk Habitat, Pygmy Owl Habitat Selection Study, Grand Canyon Fish Monitoring, Mule Deer, Vegetation, Non-Game, Fisheries intern, etc. Housing is sometimes available.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
X Biology/Ecology
    Outdoor Education/Recreation
    Environmental Policy/Political
    Science Journalism/Communications
    Conservation/History
    Non-profit Management
    Other:

Stipend: X
Stipend Amount: Varies
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
    Fall
    Spring

Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X Resume
    Writing Sample
    References
    Application Form
    Other: Intern Application Form

Deadlines:

    Fall:
    Spring:
    Summer: March 1

Additional Information:


Director
Audubon Appleton-Whittell Reasearch Ranch Sanctuary
HC1 Box 44
Elgin, AZ 85611

Website:

Organization Description: Appleton-Whittell Research Ranch Sanctuary is an 8,000 acre biological research station located on the Sonoita Plain approximately 60 miles southeast of Tucson, Arizona. The area is managed as an undisturbed natural area with grasslands and live oak savannahs. The primary research program focuses on non-manipulative ecological research.

Internship Program: Interns work directly with principal researchers and assist in biological inventory and management studies. Interns also assist with visitor contact and with facility maintenance.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
X Biology/Ecology
X Outdoor Education/Recreation
    Environmental Policy/Political Science
    Journalism/Communications
    Conservation/History
    Non-profit Management
   Other: GIS/Geography

Stipend: X
Stipend Amount:
Housing Assistance: X

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring 

Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X Resume
    Writing Sample
X References
    Application Form
    Other:

Deadlines:

Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Additional Information: Applications are accepted at anytime. Students should indicate the type of experience desired and dates of availability.


Mr. Wes Ozier
Workshop Coordinator
Cosanti Foundation/Arcosanti
HC 74 Box 4136
Mayer, AZ 86333

Phone:  928-632-7135
Website: www.arcosanti.org

Organization Description: The Cosanti Foundation/Arcosanti is a non-profit organization who's main focus is the continued building of a compact, three dimensional energy efficient and pedestrian city in the high desert, combating urban sprawl. Interns participate in hands on workshops constructing the world's first prototype "Arcology".

Internship Program: The Foundation offers 3 month internships in Construction/Planning, Facilities Maintenance, Landscaping, Agriculture, Computer Networking, and Archives.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
    Biology/Ecology
    Outdoor Education/Recreation
    Environmental Policy/Political Science
    Journalism/Communications
    Conservation/History
    Non-profit Management
    Other: urban design
Stipend:
Stipend Amount: 
Housing Assistance: X

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring 

Application Materials:

    Cover Letter
X Resume
    Writing Sample
    References
X Application Form
    Other:

Deadlines:

Fall: Ongoing
Spring: Ongoing
Summer: Ongoing

Additional Information:


Ms. P.D. Hulle
Volunteer Coordinator
Southwestern Research Station American Museum of Natural History
P.O. Box 16553
Portal, AZ 85632

Phone:  520-558-2396
Website: http://research.amnh.org/swrs

Organization Description: The Southwestern Research Station is a Biological Field Research Station providing facilities for scientists to study the diverse plant and animal life of the Chiricahua Mountains of southeastern Arizona.

Internship Program: Volunteers perform chores oriented toward the daily functioning and long term maintenance of the station, and have the opportunity to work as a research assistant to scientists. Room and board is provided in exchange for labor.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
X Biology/Ecology
    Outdoor Education/Recreation
     Environmental Policy/Political Science
    Journalism/Communications
    Conservation/History
    Non-profit Management
    Other: Bio-diversity

Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Housing Assistance: X

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring 

Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X Resume
    Writing Sample
    References
X Application Form
    Other: Request application form

Deadlines:

Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Additional Information: email: swrs@amnh.org


Mr. Brett Melone
Executive Director
Agriculture & Land Based Training Association
PO Box 6264
Salinas, CA 93912

Phone:  831-758-1469
Website: www.albafarmers.org

Organization Description: ALBA is a non-profit organization that seeks to promote economic vitality, social equity and ecological land management among limited resource and beginning farmers.

Internship Program: Internships are available as conservation assistants assisting in developing and implementing conservation practices on farms and as development and communications assistants working with grant writing and PR materials.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
X Biology/Ecology
    Outdoor Education/Recreation
    Environmental Policy/Political Science
X Journalism/Communications
    Conservation/History
X Non-profit Management
    Other: Agriculture

Stipend: X
Stipend Amount: $300 month
Housing Assistance: X

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring 

Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X Resume
   Writing Sample
X References
    Application Form
    Other:

Deadlines:

Fall: August
Spring: December
Summer: April

Additional Information:


Ms. Amanda Goeke
Managing Director
Ballona Wetlands Land Trust
Box 5623
Playa del Rey, CA 90296

Phone:  310-264-9468
Website: www.ballona.org

Organization Description: The Ballona Wetlands Land Trust is a non-profit, community organization dedicated to the acquisition, restoration and preservation of the entire Ballona Wetlands ecosystem.

Internship Program: Internship opportunities exist in office administration, program management and fund raising..

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
X Biology/Ecology
X Outdoor Education/Recreation
    Environmental Policy/Political Science
X Journalism/Communications
    Conservation/History
X Non-profit Management
    Other:

Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring 

Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X Resume
   Writing Sample
X References
    Application Form
    Other:

Deadlines:

Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Additional Information:


Ms. Becky Easter
Heritage Programs Director
California Waterfowl Association
4630 Northgate Boulevard
Suite 150
Sacramento, CA 95834

Phone:  916-648-1406
Website: www.calwaterfowl.org

Organization Description: CWA is a non-profit membership organization that works to preserve and enhance the state's waterfowl and wetlands, as well as their outdoor heritage.

Internship Program: The Youth Education Internship will provide hands-on work experience with environmental education resources development, testing, and application. Interns make presentations, attend community events, assist with field trips and write youth articles.

Academic Majors Desired:

    Environmental Science/Management
X Biology/Ecology
X Outdoor Education/Recreation
    Environmental Policy/Political Science
    Journalism/Communications
    Conservation/History
    Non-profit Management
    Other:

Stipend: X
Stipend Amount: $6.75/hour
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring 

Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X Resume
    Writing Sample
    References
    Application Form
    Other:

Deadlines:

Fall: September 20
Spring: January 20
Summer: June 20

Additional Information: email: cwaeducation@calwaterfowl.org


Mr. Bill Andrews
Director, Project WILD
Council for Environmental Education
1280 Santa ANita Court
Suite 100
Woodland, CA 95776

Phone:  530-668-8626
Website: www.projectwild.org

Organization Description: The Council for Environmental Education focuses on science based environmental education in schools nationwide. Its programs include Project WILD and Flying WILD. Project WILD is one of the mostly wide used environmental education programs among K-12 educators. Flying wild emphasizes bird conservation and encourages schools to work closely with environmental groups on joint conservation projects.

Internship Program: Student interns in both programs focus on writing and communications tasks .Positions may be based in the Houston office or Project Wild's office in Woodland, CA.

Academic Majors Desired:

    Environmental Science/Management
    Biology/Ecology
    Outdoor Education/Recreation
     Environmental Policy/Political Science
X Journalism/Communications
    Conservation/History
X Non-profit Management
    Other: Environmental Education

Stipend:
Stipend Amount: 
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring

Application Materials:

X Cover Letter
X Resume
X Writing Sample
X References
    Application Form
    Other: 

Deadlines:

Fall: Rolling
Spring: Rolling
Summer: Rolling

Additional Information:


Mr. Gary Cook
Director
Earth Island Institue-Russian Programs
300 Broadway-Suite 28
San Francisco, CA 94133

Phone:  510-717-1805
Website:

Organization Description: Earth Island's Russian Program supports environmental organizations in Russia in their efforts to protect national parks, develop eco-tourism build nature trails, etc.

Internship Program: There is one internship in this program in each summer in the San Francisco office. Applicants must speak Russian.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
X Biology/Ecology
X Outdoor Education/Recreation
    Environmental Policy/Political Science
    Journalism/Communications
X Conservation/History
    Non-profit Management
    Other:

Stipend: 
Stipend Amount: 
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
    Fall
    Spring
 
Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X Resume
    Writing Sample
    References
X Application Form
    Other: 

Deadlines:

Fall:
Spring:
Summer: March

Additional Information:


Ms. Vickie Hormuth
Program Assistant
Environmental Defense Center
906 Garden Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Phone: 805-963-1622
Website: www.edcnet.org

Organization Description: Environmental Defense Center is a non-profit, public interest environmental law firm with an office in Santa Barbara. EDC works with citizen groups on environmental issues such as protecting water quality, preserving open spaces, saving species from extinction, and guarding public health.

Internship Program: The EDC offers internships in Education and Outreach, Environmental Advocacy, and Development. They also offer internships to Law Clerks.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
X Biology/Ecology
    Outdoor Education/Recreation
X Environmental Policy/Political Science
X Journalism/Communications
    Conservation/History
X Non-profit Management
    Other:

Stipend: 
Stipend Amount: 
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring

Application Materials:

X Cover Letter
X Resume
X Writing Sample
X References
    Application Form
    Other: 

Deadlines:

Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Additional Information: email: edc@edcnet.org


Ms. Renee Sharp
Internship Coordinator
Environmental Working Group
Oakland, CA

Phone:  510-444-0973
Website: www.ewg.org

Organization Description: EWG is a non-profit environmental research and advocacy organization with offices in Oakland and Washington, DC. For over ten years, EWG's team of scientists, engineers, policy experts, lawyers and computer programmers have pored over data to expose threats to public health and the environment.

Internship Program: Interns work in the Oakland Office and assist with all aspects of the groups research and advocacy activities.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
    Biology/Ecology
    Outdoor Education/Recreation
X Environmental Policy/Political Science
    Journalism/Communications
    Conservation/History
    Non-profit Management
    Other:

Stipend: 
Stipend Amount: 
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
    Summer
    Fall
X Spring
 
Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X Resume
    Writing Sample
    References
    Application Form
    Other: email to renee@ewg.org

Deadlines:

Fall:
Spring: December
Summer:

Additional Information:


Ms. Joanne Mohr
Volunteer Coordinator
Farallone Marine Sanctuary Association
PO Box 29386
San Francisco, CA 94129

Phone:  510-561-6625
Website:

Organization Description: The Association is a non-profit conservation organization dedicated to protecting the Gulf of Farallone National Marine Sanctuary.

Internship Program: Internships are available in Beach Watch, summer nature camp, educational programs and communications/outreach.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
X Biology/Ecology
X Outdoor Education/Recreation
    Environmental Policy/Political Science
X Journalism/Communications
    Conservation/History
    Non-profit Management
    Other:

Stipend: 
Stipend Amount: 
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring

Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X Resume
    Writing Sample
    References
    Application Form
    Other:

Deadlines:

Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Additional Information:


Mr. Scott C. Sabin
Executive Director
Floresta USA
4903 Morena Boulevard
Suite 1215
San Diego, CA 92117

Phone:  858-274-3718
Website: www.floresta.org

Organization Description: Floresta USA is a Christian non-profit organization dedicated to environmental stewardship and to providing opportunities for the poor. It focuses on the problem of deforestation by providing loans, technical assistance, and economic alternatives to the poor thereby discouraging slash and burn farming techniques.

Internship Program: Interns serve as Development Assistants and work in marketing, fund raising and non-profit management. Interns are given exposure to the international aspects of the organization's program.

Academic Majors Desired:

    Environmental Science/Management
    Biology/Ecology
    Outdoor Education/Recreation
     Environmental Policy/Political Science
X Journalism/Communications
    Conservation/History
X Non-profit Management
    Other:

Stipend: 
Stipend Amount: 
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring

Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X Resume
    Writing Sample
X References
    Application Form
    Other: 

Deadlines:

Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Additional Information:


Volunteer Coordinator
Heal the Bay
1444 9th Street
Santa Monica, CA 90401

Phone:  310-451-1500
Website: www.healthebay.org

Organization Description: Heal the Bay is a non-profit environmental organization dedicated to making southern California coastal waters and watersheds including Santa Monica Bay, safe, healthy and clean.

Internship Program: Internship opportunities exist in the Programs Department, Development Department, Communications Department and Aquarium.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
X Biology/Ecology
X Outdoor Education/Recreation
    Environmental Policy/Political Science
X Journalism/Communications
    Conservation/History
X Non-profit Management
    Other:

Stipend: 
Stipend Amount: 
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring

Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X Resume
    Writing Sample
    References
    Application Form
    Other: 

Deadlines:

Fall: Summer
Spring: Summer
Summer: Summer

Additional Information:


Internship Coordinator
International Rivers Network
1847 Berkeley Way
Berkeley, CA 94703

Phone:  510-848-1155
Website: www.irn.org

Organization Description: International Rivers Network supports local communities working to protect their rivers and watersheds. They work to halt destructive river development projects, and to encourage equitable and sustainable methods of meeting needs for water, energy and flood management.

Internship Program: Interns may choose to work on a specific campaign. While internships are offered year round, during the summer months there is a more structured program with biweekly seminars and workshops.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
X Biology/Ecology
    Outdoor Education/Recreation
X Environmental Policy/Political Science
X Journalism/Communications
    Conservation/History
    Non-profit Management
    Other:

Stipend: X
Stipend Amount: 
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring

Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X Resume
    Writing Sample
    References
X Application Form
    Other:  email internship@irn.org.

Deadlines:

Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Additional Information:


Mr. Gary Patton
Executive Director
Land Watch Monterey County
158 Central Avenue
Suite 3
Salinas, CA 93907-1876

Phone:  831-375-3752
Website: www.landwatch.org

Organization Description: Land Watch Monterey County is a non-partisan, non-profit public benefit organization whose mission is to serve as Monterey County's land use watchdog. Land Watch is committed to land use reform at both the local and state level, and works for land use policies.

Internship Program: Land Watch Interns assume important responsibilities. Each intern receives supervision and will carry out a specific project or set of responsibilities based on a negotiation between the intern and the supervising staff member. Research done under an internship may be published. Class credit can be arranged.

Academic Majors Desired:

    Environmental Science/Management
    Biology/Ecology
    Outdoor Education/Recreation
X Environmental Policy/Political Science
    Journalism/Communications
X Conservation/History
X Non-profit Management
    Other:

Stipend: 
Stipend Amount: 
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring

Application Materials:

X Cover Letter
X Resume
X Writing Sample
    References
    Application Form
    Other: 

Deadlines:

Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Additional Information: email: gapatton@mclw.org


Ms. Ekika Obedzinski
Office Manger
Mono Lake Committee
P.O. Box 29
Lee Vining, CA 93541

Phone:  619-647-6595
Website: www.monolake.org

Organization Description: The Mono Lake Committee is a 15,000 member citizens group dedicated to the permanent protection and restoration of Mono Lake. Mono Lake is on the eastern edge of Yosemite National Park in California.

Internship Program: Intern responsibilities include: guiding interpretive hikes and canoe tours, staffing information desk; handling sales; assisting the Outdoor Education Coordinator with providing educational programs to groups from LA; working with staff on special projects such as research, educational program development; attending seminars and meetings; assist with general office tasks. Positions last from 3-6 months. 40 hours per week with 2 consecutive days off. Housing is available for $150/month. Car required.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
X Biology/Ecology
X Outdoor Education/Recreation
X Environmental Policy/Political Science
X Journalism/Communications
X Conservation/History
X Non-profit Management
    Other: Any

Stipend: X
Stipend Amount: $6.75/hour
Housing Assistance: X

Internships Available:
X Summer
    Fall
    Spring
 
Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X Resume
    Writing Sample
X References
    Application Form
    Other: 

Deadlines:

Fall:
Spring:
Summer: February

Additional Information: email: info@monolake.org


Dr. Sandy DeSimone
Director of Research and Education
National Audubon Society Starr Ranch Sanctuary
100 Bell Canyon Road
Trabuco Canyon, CA 92679

Website: www.starr-ranch.org

Organization Description: Starr Ranch is a 4,000 acre preserve located in the foothills of the Santa Ana Mountains, 50 miles south east of Los Angeles. The focus of the sanctuary is on research, education and preservation of the native habitat which includes riparian, coastal sage, scrub, grassland oak woodlands.

Internship Program: Interns propose, collect data, and write a final report on an independent research project. Interns assist researchers with on going research projects. They also have the opportunity to occasionally provide interpretive programs for visitors and to assist with facility maintenance.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
X Biology/Ecology
    Outdoor Education/Recreation
    Environmental Policy/Political Science
    Journalism/Communications
    Conservation/History
    Non-profit Management
    Other:

Stipend: X
Stipend Amount:  $300/week + benefits
Housing Assistance: X

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring

Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X Resume
    Writing Sample
X References
    Application Form
    Other: 

Deadlines:

Fall:
Spring:
Summer:

Additional Information: Deadlines are flexible but students should submit materials as far in advance as possible. Website: www.starr-ranch.org Email: sdesimone@audubon.org


Mr. Dirk Manskopf
Grassroots Coordinator
Save San Francisco Bay Association
350 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, Suite 900
Oakland, CA 94612

Website: www.savesfbay.org

Organization Description: Save the Bay works to preserve, restore and protect the San Francisco Bay and Sacramento/San Joaquin River Estuary as a healthy biologically diverse ecosystem essential to the well-being of the human and natural communities it sustains.

Internship Program: Intern opportunities exist in Water Policy, Restoration, Outreach and Development. Some positions offer a stipend that can be up to $600/month.

Academic Majors Desired:

    Environmental Science/Management
    Biology/Ecology
    Outdoor Education/Recreation
    Environmental Policy/Political Science
    Journalism/Communications
    Conservation/History
    Non-profit Management
    Other: All majors are considered.

Stipend:
Stipend Amount: 
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring

Application Materials:

    Cover Letter
    Resume
    Writing Sample
    References
X Application Form
    Other:  Contact for application

Deadlines:

Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Additional Information: email: info@savesfbay.org


Todd Steiner
Director
Sea Turtle Restoration Project
PO Box 400
Forest Knolls, CA 94933

Phone:  415-488-0370
Website: www.seaturtles.org

Organization Description: The Sea Turtle Restoration Project is an effective grass roots environment organization located near Fairfax, CA, 45 minutes from San Francisco. The organization seeks to protect the sea turtle and other marine species through a program of advocacy, media promotion, public education and litigation. Through its work with sea turtles the STRP draws attention to the plight of the oceans.

Internship Program: Interns have the opportunity to work on special projects of their own choosing. At the same time, interns are exposed to all aspects of the organizations work. Duties may include media relations, writing, organizing, government relations and nonprofit administration.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
    Biology/Ecology
    Outdoor Education/Recreation
X Environmental Policy/Political Science
X Journalism/Communications
X Conservation/History
X Non-profit Management
    Other: Public Health

Stipend:
Stipend Amount: 
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring

Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X Resume
    Writing Sample
X References
    Application Form
    Other: 

Deadlines:

Fall: Rolling
Spring: Rolling
Summer: Rolling

Additional Information:


Ms. Jennifer King
Program Director
Slide Ranch
2025 Shoreline Highway
Muir Beach, CA 94965

Phone: 415-381-6155
Website: www.slideranch.org

Organization Description: Founded in 1970 Slide Ranch is a non-profit agricultural and environmental education center located on the coast north of San Francisco. A working ranch with livestock and organic gardens, as well as wilderness trails and tide pools, Slide Ranch provides experiential and hands-on learning for people of diverse ages, abilities and backgrounds. Slide ranch offers Bay Area residents a unique opportunity to connect with the natural world and to make informed choices pertaining to organic agriculture, conservation, and the sustainable use of natural resources.

Internship Program: Six Teachers-in-Residence take part in a 10 1/2 month internship which includes a 3 week intensive training program, staff development days and field trips. Primary responsibilities include preparing lessons for and teaching programs to diverse groups in order to foster participants' respect for and connection with the food we eat and the earth that sustains us. Teachers live in community, are responsible for ranch and garden chores, learn about the workings of a non-profit organization, and develop an independent project. These Internships run from Feb to December, .Summer June-August.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
X Biology/Ecology
X Outdoor Education/Recreation
X Environmental Policy/Political Science
X Journalism/Communications
X Conservation/History
X Non-profit Management
    Other: Education, Agriculture

Stipend: X
Stipend Amount: $325/mth+ benefits
Housing Assistance: X

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring

Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X Resume
Writing Sample
X References
    Application Form
    Other:  Call for application packet

Deadlines:

Fall:
Spring: October 1
Summer: April 1

Additional Information: Stipend is $325 month plus room and board. The 10 month internship period is from February through December and the application deadline is October 1. They also offer 3 summer camp internships. The deadlines for these positions is April. Website: www.igc.org/slideranch


Ms. Nuria Lima
Personnel Services
State Coastal Conservancy
1330 Broadway
Suite1100
Oakland, CA 94612-2530

Phone:  510-286-0552
Website: www.coastalconservancy.ca.gov

Organization Description: The State Coastal Conservancy is an independent state agency, with a governing board appointed by the Governor and the state legislature. The Coastal Conservancy undertakes projects, resolves land use conflicts, and provides technical and financial help to others for projects they initiate in their communities.

Internship Program: There are 1 or 2 internships available with the State Conservancy every year. Internships are year round programs. They offer internships as the need arises.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
    Biology/Ecology
    Outdoor Education/Recreation
    Environmental Policy/Political Science
    Journalism/Communications
X Conservation/History
    Non-profit Management
    Other:

Stipend: 
Stipend Amount: 
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring

Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X Resume
    Writing Sample
    References
    Application Form
    Other: 

Deadlines:

Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Additional Information:


Mr. Jim Kravitiz
Naturalist Director
Aspen Center for Environmental Studies
100 Puppy Smith Street
Aspen, CO 81611

Phone:  970-925-5756
Website: www.aspennature.org

Organization Description: The Aspen Center seeks to inspire a life long commitment to the earth by educating for environmental responsibility, conserving and restoring the balance of natural communities and encouraging a conservation ethic.

Internship Program: Summer naturalist interns receive valuable education, training, and experience while conducting natural history tours and children's environmental education programs. Interns also serve an important role in the center's raptor rehabilitation center.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
X Biology/Ecology
X Outdoor Education/Recreation
    Environmental Policy/Political Science
    Journalism/Communications
    Conservation/History
    Non-profit Management
    Other:

Stipend: X
Stipend Amount:  $150.00 week
Housing Assistance: X

Internships Available:
X Summer
    Fall
    Spring
 
Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X Resume
    Writing Sample
    References
X Application Form
    Other:  Application available on website

Deadlines:

Fall:
Spring:
Summer: March 1

Additional Information:


Mr. Andy McIntyre
KSS Director
Keystone Science School
1628 Sts. John Road
Keystone, CO 80435

Phone:  970-513-5800
Website: www.keystone.org

Organization Description: Keystone Science School offers a Discovery Camp in the Colorado Rockies providing children ages 9 through 13 the opportunity to experience the unique and wonderful alpine environment.

Internship Program: Students participate in the planning and implementation of field science classes and activities. Instructors also live with and supervise children in dorm style cabins.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
X Biology/Ecology
X Outdoor Education/Recreation
    Environmental Policy/Political Science
    Journalism/Communications
    Conservation/History
    Non-profit Management
    Other:

Stipend: X
Stipend Amount:  210 /wk
Housing Assistance: X

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring

Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X Resume
    Writing Sample
    References
X Application Form
    Other: 

Deadlines:

Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: March

Additional Information: www.keystone.org


Mr. H.S. "Dutch" Flahavhan
Volunteer Coordinator
Larimer County Parks and Open Lands
1800 South County Road 31
Loveland, CO 80537

Phone:  970-679-4552
Website:

Organization Description: The mission of the department is to establish, protect and manage significant regional parks and open lands to provide quality outdoor recreational opportunities and stewardship of natural resource values.

Internship Program: Interns work in the education program assisting the educational coordinator in implementing educational programming. Opportunities also exist in the areas of open lands management and park ranger trainee.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
    Biology/Ecology
X Outdoor Education/Recreation
    Environmental Policy/Political Science
    Journalism/Communications
X Conservation/History
    Non-profit Management
    Other:

Stipend: 
Stipend Amount: 
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring

Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X  Resume
    Writing Sample
X  References
    Application Form
    Other: 

Deadlines:

Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Additional Information:


Ms. Fran Blanchard
Director of Education
Plains Conservation Center
21901 E. Hampden Avenue
Aurora, CO 80013

Phone:  303-693-3621
Website: www.plainsconservationcenter.org

Organization Description: The Plains Conservation Center champions the shortgrass prairie. Two prairie sites with over 6800 acres help visitors understand prairie ecology and human dependence on the natural world. PCC presents education programs to approximately 15,000 visitors per year.

Internship Program: Interns present education programs and assist with program design and implementation. Other duties include participating in biological field studies and outreach.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
X Biology/Ecology
X Outdoor Education/Recreation
    Environmental Policy/Political Science
    Journalism/Communications
X Conservation/History
    Non-profit Management
    Other:

Stipend: X
Stipend Amount:  $200 week
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
    Summer
    Fall
X Spring
 
Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X  Resume
    Writing Sample
X  References
    Application Form
    Other: 

Deadlines:

Fall:
Spring: January
Summer:

Additional Information: To request application email fblanchard@plainscenter.org


Center Director
Audubon Greenwich
613 Riversville Road
Greenwich, CT 06831

Phone:  203-869-5272
Website: www.greenwich.center.audubon.org

Organization Description: Audubon Greenwich is a 295 acre nature sanctuary and environmental education center. It sponsors numerous school and public programs year round.

Internship Program: Interns Develop and conduct lessons for a six week children's nature education program and work with 12 children in age groups K-1, 2-3, 4-5, or 6-8.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
X Biology/Ecology
X Outdoor Education/Recreation
    Environmental Policy/Political Science
    Journalism/Communications
X Conservation/History
    Non-profit Management
    Other:

Stipend: X
Stipend Amount:  $7-12/hr
Housing Assistance: X

Internships Available:
X Summer
    Fall
    Spring
 
Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X  Resume
    Writing Sample
X  References
    Application Form
    Other: 

Deadlines:

Fall:
Spring:
Summer: April 1

Additional Information: website: www.greenwich.center.audubon.org


Ms. Wendy Miller
Environmental Education Specialist
Audubon Sharon
325 Cornwall Bridge Road
Sharon, CT 06069

Phone:  860-364-0520
Website: www.sharon.audubon.org

Organization Description: Audubon Sharon consists of two facilities, the Sharon Audubon Center and Miles Wildlife Sanctuary, located in northwestern Connecticut. Sharon Audubon Center consists of 1143 acres of woodland, two ponds and 11 miles of trails, which acts as an outdoor classroom for many environmental education programs. The Center also has an exhibit building, gift shop and wildlife rehabilitation facility. Emily Winthrop Miles Wildlife Sanctuary preserves and protects 1500 acres of woodlands, wetlands and abandoned agricultural fields in a sheltered stream valley.

Internship Program: Seasonal Positions are available at both locations. Positions include internships in environmental education and bird banding. $267.50/week plus housing. Completion of at least two years of college course work in environmental studies or a related field. The most important assets are a strong natural history background, enthusiasm, commitment, a desire to learn, flexibility, and the ability to work well with others.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
X Biology/Ecology
X Outdoor Education/Recreation
    Environmental Policy/Political Science
    Journalism/Communications
    Conservation/History
    Non-profit Management
    Other:

Stipend: X
Stipend Amount:  $245/wk
Housing Assistance: X

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring

Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X  Resume
    Writing Sample
     3  References
    Application Form
    Other: 

Deadlines:

Fall: Rolling
Spring: Rolling
Summer: Rolling

Additional Information: The Sanctuary is an important part of the research internships and adult education programs. Students should apply well in advance of the anticipated internship period and indicate available work dates. Email: wmiller@audubon.org internship period and indicate available work dates.


Mr. Andrew Gricz
Director
Connecticut Audubon Birdcraft Museum
314 Unquowa Road
Fairfield, CT 06430

Phone:  203-259-0416
Website: www.ctaudubon.org

Organization Description: The Birdcraft Museum is a small natural history museum with collections relating to Connecticut wildlife and conservation. It is the first private bird sanctuary in America. with historic collections relating to the founding of the American Conservation Movement. The Museum was founded in 1914.

Internship Program: Collections Management: archives, natural history mounts, habitat improvement, research in history of Conservation Movement.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
    Biology/Ecology
X Outdoor Education/Recreation
    Environmental Policy/Political Science
    Journalism/Communications
X Conservation/History
X Non-profit Management
    Other: Education

Stipend:
Stipend Amount: 
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring

Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X  Resume
    Writing Sample
    References
    Application Form
    Other: 

Deadlines:

Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Additional Information:


Ms. Judy Harper
Director
Connecticut Audubon Society Center at Glastonbury
1361 Main Street
Glastonbury, CT 06033

Phone:  860-633-8402
Website: www.ctaudubon.org

Organization Description: This Environmental Education Nature Center offers programs for all ages and includes a Discovery Room with animals, activities, and exhibits. The CT Audubon Society Center at Glastonbury is adjacent to a 48 acre park. A vital volunteer corps runs special events and helps the 4 member staff.

Internship Program: Internships and summer positions are available in all aspects of nature center work including animal care, teaching, reception, maintain equipment, prepare exhibits, etc. The staff here considers themselves "jacks of all trades" and they can use all kinds of help. Interns will have the opportunity to thoroughly learn the nature center experience from all angles.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
X Biology/Ecology
X Outdoor Education/Recreation
    Environmental Policy/Political Science
    Journalism/Communications
    Conservation/History
X Non-profit Management
    Other:

Stipend: 
Stipend Amount: 
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring

Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X  Resume
    Writing Sample
X  References
    Application Form
    Other: 

Deadlines:

Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Additional Information:


Ms. Lori Paradis Brant
Education Coordinator
Connecticut Forest and Park Association
16 Meriden Road
Rockfall, CT 06481

Phone:  860-346-2372
Website: www.ctwoodlands.org

Organization Description: The Connecticut Forest and Park Association, founded in 1895, is a statewide, nonprofit organization that conserves the lands through education, stewardship, advocacy and maintenance of the Blue Blazed Trail System.

Internship Program: Internships are offered in several areas including educational programming, forestry research, land and trails stewardship, communications and marketing and archives and history.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
    Biology/Ecology
X Outdoor Education/Recreation
    Environmental Policy/Political Science
X  Journalism/Communications
X Conservation/History
    Non-profit Management
    Other: Forestry

Stipend: X
Stipend Amount: Possible
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring

Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X  Resume
X  Writing Sample
X  References
    Application Form
    Other: 

Deadlines:

Fall: Rolling
Spring: Rolling
Summer: Rolling

Additional Information:


Ms. Liz Kowalski
Administrative Associate
Connecticut Fund for the Environment
205 Whitney Avenue-First Floor
New Haven, CT 06511

Phone:  203-787-0696
Website: www.cfenv.org

Organization Description: CFE utilizes law, science and education to better air and water quality, control contamination and preserve open spaces and wet lands.

Internship Program: Interns assist with data entry, mailings, maintain press clips, and assist professional staff with projects.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
X Biology/Ecology
    Outdoor Education/Recreation
    Environmental Policy/Political Science
    Journalism/Communications
    Conservation/History
X Non-profit Management
    Other:

Stipend: 
Stipend Amount: 
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring

Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X  Resume
    Writing Sample
    References
    Application Form
    Other: 

Deadlines:

Fall: August
Spring: December
Summer: April

Additional Information:


Ms. Kathy Manger
Intern Coordinator/Managing Editor
E/ The Environmental Magazine
28 Knight Street
Norwalk, CT 06851

Phone:  203-854-5559
Website: www.emagazine.com

Organization Description: E/The Environmental Magazine is a bi-monthly national environmental magazine with a circulation of 56,000. E Magazine serves as a clearinghouse for grassroots, governmental and national information about the environment.

Internship Program: E Magazine offers internships that are available year round in their editorial, advertising departments, marketing and business development departments. Hours vary from 10 to 40 per week and internships usually last three months, often coinciding with the academic calender. College credit is available but because E-Magazine is a non-profit endeavor, internships are unpaid. Candidates are considered on a rolling basis throughout the year.

Academic Majors Desired:

X   Environmental Science/Management
X   Biology/Ecology
     Outdoor Education/Recreation
X   Environmental Policy/Political Science
X   Journalism/Communications
     Conservation/History
X  Non-profit Management
     Other: English, Marketing

Stipend:
Stipend Amount: 
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring

Application Materials:

X Cover Letter
X Resume
X Writing Sample
    References
    Application Form
    Other: 

Deadlines:

Fall: Rolling
Spring: Rolling
Summer: Rolling

Additional Information: They help interns locate temporary housing and a part-time job but no stipend is provided. A writing sample is needed for the editorial internship only.


Ms. Candelie Berry
Director of Community Gardens
New Haven Land Trust
205 Whitney Avenue
New Haven, CT 06511

Phone:  203-562-6655
Website: www.newhavenlandtrust.org

Organization Description: The New Haven Land Trust is a land trust with fifty community gardens and more than 60 acres in seven preserves throughout New Haven.

Internship Program: Interns are needed in preserve maintenance, community gardening and environmental education.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
X Biology/Ecology
X Outdoor Education/Recreation
    Environmental Policy/Political Science
    Journalism/Communications
   Conservation/History
   Non-profit Management
   Other:

Stipend: X
Stipend Amount:  10.00 hour
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
    Fall
    Spring
 
Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X  Resume
    Writing Sample
X  References
    Application Form
    Other: 

Deadlines:

Fall:
Spring:
Summer: March

Additional Information:


Mr. Doug Jackson
Park Naturalist
Westmoor Park
119 Flagg Road
West Hartford, CT 06117

Phone:  860-232-1134
Website: www.west-hartford.com

Organization Description: Westmoor Park is a facility of the town of West Hartford. It is comprised of 162 acres of field, forest, and pond habitats, as well as a demonstration farm, and herb, perennial and vegetable gardens. They provide programs in natural history, agriculture and horticulture education for students aged preschool through adult.

Internship Program: Interns are involved in all aspects of Park operations including environmental education, program planning development, presentation and evaluation for school groups, adults, and families; facility administration; field natural history, horticulture and agriculture; and one major project mutually agreed upon by the intern and the park naturalist. Typical internships last 10 to 12 weeks.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
X Biology/Ecology
X Outdoor Education/Recreation
    Environmental Policy/Political Science
    Journalism/Communications
   Conservation/History
   Non-profit Management
   Other:

Stipend: X
Stipend Amount:  $8.45 hour
Housing Assistance: X

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring

Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X  Resume
    Writing Sample
X  References
    Application Form
    Other: 

Deadlines:

Fall: Rolling
Spring: Rolling
Summer: Rolling

Additional Information: Stipend for 10 week internships is $2500. Onsite housing is available.


Mr. Joe Sebastiani
Members Program Coordinator
Delaware Nature Society
PO Box 700
Hockessin, DE 19707

Phone:  302-239-2334
Website:

Organization Description: The Delaware Nature Society is a non-profit, membership based, environmental education, conservation and advocacy organization.

Internship Program: Interns work in the Society's Nature Camp and education programs.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
X Biology/Ecology
X Outdoor Education/Recreation
    Environmental Policy/Political Science
    Journalism/Communications
   Conservation/History
   Non-profit Management
   Other:

Stipend: X
Stipend Amount:  2,500 summer
Housing Assistance: X

Internships Available:
X Summer
    Fall
    Spring
 
Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X  Resume
    Writing Sample
X  References
    Application Form
    Other: 

Deadlines:

Fall:
Spring:
Summer: March

Additional Information:


Mr. Brian Gumm
Communications and Media Relations Director
Alliance for Healthy Homes
227 Massachusetts Avenue, NE
Suite 200
Washington, DC 20002

Phone:  202-543-1147
Website: www.afhh.org

Organization Description: The Alliance for Healthy Homes is a national non-profit, public interest organization working to protect children from lead and other environmental health hazards in and around their homes by advocating for policy solutions and building capacity for primary prevention in communities throughout the U.S.

Internship Program: Interns perform research and writing on environmental health and housing policy issues. Interns also have the opportunity to work in monitoring federal and state legislation, federal regulations and local programs.

Academic Majors Desired:

X  Environmental Science/Management
     Biology/Ecology
     Outdoor Education/Recreation
X  Environmental Policy/Political Science
X  Journalism/Communications
    Conservation/History
X Non-profit Management
   Other: Law Students

Stipend: X
Stipend Amount: $10.00 hour
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring

Application Materials:

X Cover Letter
X Resume
X Writing Sample
    References
    Application Form
    Other: 

Deadlines:

Fall: August
Spring: December
Summer: April

Additional Information:


Ms. Jodie Russell
Associate Director
American Council on Renewable Energy
PO Box 33518
Washington, DC 20033

Phone:  202-393-0001
Website: www.acore.org

Organization Description: The American Council on Renewable Energy is a non-profit organization working to use information and communications to bring renewable energy into the mainstream of the American economy.

Internship Program: Internships are semester long, individually designed to maximize the students professional development while meeting the needs of the organization

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
    Biology/Ecology
    Outdoor Education/Recreation
X Environmental Policy/Political Science
X Journalism/Communications
   Conservation/History
   Non-profit Management
   Other: Technology

Stipend:
Stipend Amount: 
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring

Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X  Resume
    Writing Sample
    References
    Application Form
    Other: 

Deadlines:

Fall: Rolling
Spring: Rolling
Summer: Rolling

Additional Information:


Ms. Jen Sawada
Campaign Associate
American Lands Alliance
726 7th Street, SE
Washington, DC 20003

Phone:  202-547-9400
Website: www.americanlands.org

Organization Description: The American Lands Alliance is an environmental, non-profit organization whose mission is to protect and restore America's forest ecosystems by providing national leadership, coordination and capacity building for the forest conservation movement. They provide national leadership on forest policy issues.

Internship Program: Advocate interns attend Congressional hearings, organize events, research for fact sheets, assist in fundraising, and assist with website development.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
X Biology/Ecology
   Outdoor Education/Recreation
X Environmental Policy/Political Science
X Journalism/Communications
   Conservation/History
   Non-profit Management
   Other:

Stipend: 
Stipend Amount: 
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring

Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X  Resume
    Writing Sample
    References
    Application Form
    Other: 

Deadlines:

Fall: August
Spring: December
Summer: April

Additional Information:


Mr. Jim Barnes
Director
Antarctic and Southern Oceans Coalition
1630 Connecticut Avenue
3rd Floor
Washington, DC 20009

Phone:  202-234-2480
Website: www.asoc.org

Organization Description: The ASOC consists of a small office working to preserve Antarctica by educating the public and government on Antarctica issues. They monitor activities affecting Antarctica, conduct legal and policy research and analysis, produce educational materials, work with international scientific community to focus on globally and environmentally significant research. Their main goal is to work towards greater environmental protection for Antarctica and the Southern the Southern Ocean.

Internship Program: Interns play a large roll in helping with work through conducting research and writing on a variety of conservation issues and in helping communicate with their members. This position requires someone who can work independently and take a lot of responsibility. Interns must be willing to assist in an administrative capacity.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
X Biology/Ecology
    Outdoor Education/Recreation
X Environmental Policy/Political Science
    Journalism/Communications
   Conservation/History
   Non-profit Management
   Other:

Stipend: 
Stipend Amount: 
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring

Application Materials:

X Cover Letter
X Resume
X Writing Sample
X References
   Application Form
   Other: 

Deadlines:

Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Additional Information: Writing sample should be 1200 words maximum.


Mr. David Heluarg
President
Blue Frontier Campaign
1530 P Street, NW
Washington, DC 20005

Phone:  202-381-8030
Website:

Organization Description: The Blue Frontier Campaign is a non-profit organization that works to promote solutions to the ecological disasters facing our living seas. It does this through producing publications, organizing conferences and events and advocating for laws that will protect the seas.

Internship Program: Interns are involved in a wide range of activities including assisting with mailings, doing policy research, event planning, and attending briefings and media events on Capitol Hill.

Academic Majors Desired:

   Environmental Science/Management
   Biology/Ecology
   Outdoor Education/Recreation
X Environmental Policy/Political Science
X Journalism/Communications
   Conservation/History
   Non-profit Management
   Other: Law Students

Stipend:
Stipend Amount: 
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring

Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X  Resume
    Writing Sample
    References
    Application Form
    Other: 

Deadlines:

Fall: July
Spring: November
Summer: March

Additional Information:


Ms. Dawn Hamilton
Executive Director
Coast Alliance
3331/2 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE
Washington, DC 20003

Phone:  202-546-9554
Website: www.coastalliance.org

Organization Description: Coast Alliance is a non profit environmental education organization dedicated to protecting the coasts.

Internship Program: Interns perform congressional work, communications and general advocacy. As a small organization, interns are allowed to play a vital role in the organization.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
    Biology/Ecology
    Outdoor Education/Recreation
X Environmental Policy/Political Science
X Journalism/Communications
X Conservation/History
X Non-profit Management
    Other:

Stipend: 
Stipend Amount: 
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring

Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X  Resume
    Writing Sample
X References
    Application Form
    Other: 

Deadlines:

Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Additional Information:


Ms. Sheree Beverly
Executive Assistant
Congressional Management Foundation
513 Capitol Court NE
Suite 100
Washington, DC 20002

Phone:  202-546-0100
Website: www.cmfweb.org

Organization Description: CMF is a non-profit, non-partisan organization that provides management training, consulting, and research services to congressional offices. Their work provides a unique perspective on the inner workings of Congress that students interested in government and/or management find very valuable to their education and professional development. Interns work closely with senior staff on a variety of research, training, and consulting projects and do not spend the majority of their time performing clerical tasks. CMF advocates good government through good management.

Internship Program: Interns support CMF in its mission of providing management services to congressional offices. They do so by conducting research, editing publications, supporting their training and consulting programs, and performing administrative work. Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors, and recent college graduates are eligible. Interns work 30-40 hours per week for a minimum of two months.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
X Biology/Ecology
X Outdoor Education/Recreation
X Environmental Policy/Political Science
X Journalism/Communications
X Conservation/History
X Non-profit Management
    Other: Business

Stipend:
Stipend Amount: 
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring

Application Materials:

X Cover Letter
X Resume
X Writing Sample
    References
    Application Form
    Other:  2-5 page writing sample

Deadlines:

Fall:
Spring:
Summer: March 31

Additional Information:


Ms. Pat Fraulden
Director
Container Recycling Institute
1776 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Suite 800
Washington, DC 20036

Phone:  202-263-0999
Website: http://www.container-recycling.org

Organization Description: The Container Recycling Institute serves as a clearinghouse for information on deposit legislation and other container and packaging recovery systems. They produce major reports, analyze and critique industry funded reports, and disseminate information to grassroots activists, public interest groups, the media and government agencies.

Internship Program: Interns assist in research for reports and analysis of industry studies and publications. Interns also have the opportunity to contribute to the Institutes's newsletter by writing articles based on their research. See website for specific positions.

Academic Majors Desired:

    Environmental Science/Management
    Biology/Ecology
    Outdoor Education/Recreation
X Environmental Policy/Political Science
X Journalism/Communications
   Conservation/History
   Non-profit Management
   Other:

Stipend: 
Stipend Amount: 
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring

Application Materials:

X Cover Letter
X Resume
X Writing Sample
X References
   Application Form
   Other: 

Deadlines:

Fall: August
Spring: January
Summer: April

Additional Information:


Ms. Cheron Carlson
Campaign Director
Earth Share
7735 Old Georgetown Road
Suite 900
Bethesda, MD 20814

Phone:  240-333-0300
Website: www.earthshare.org

Organization Description: Earth Share represents over 400 local, national and international conservation and environmental organizations in workplace payroll deduction fundraising campaigns.

Internship Program: Interns would attend charitable campaign fairs and speak with employees, as well as other workplace fundraising related tasks. Intern should have interest in development for conservation organizations. They also have openings for web interns and for research/writing projects.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
X Biology/Ecology
X Outdoor Education/Recreation
X Environmental Policy/Political Science
X Journalism/Communications
X Conservation/History
X Non-profit Management
    Other:

Stipend: 
Stipend Amount: 
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring

Application Materials:

X Cover Letter
X Resume
X Writing Sample
    References
    Application Form
    Other: 

Deadlines:

Fall: August 1
Spring: January
Summer: May 15

Additional Information: Any major is acceptable as long as the individual has an interest in development and conservation. 800-875-3863


Internship Coordinator
Ecological Society of America
1707 H Street, NW -Suite 400
Washington, DC 20006

Phone:  202-833-8773
Website: www.esa.org

Organization Description: Founded in 1915, the ESA is the nation's leading professional society of ecologists, representing over 7,500 researchers in the US, Canada, Mexico, and 62 other nations. The purpose of the society is to: promote ecological science by improving communication among ecologists; raise the public's awareness of the importance of ecological science; increase the resources available for the conduct of ecological science; and ensure the appropriate use of ecological science in environmental decision making by enhancing communication between the ecological community and policy makers.

Internship Program: ESA's Public Affairs Offices works to infuse ecological knowledge into environmental decision-making, conveying ecological science to the media and general public, and to provide service to the ecological community It is the Society's goal to engage the public in a dialogue on environmental issues, to increase the diversity of the ecology-related professions, and improve ecological education at all levels. ESA is looking for an intern interested in ecological science outreach to assist in developing and disseminating education and outreach materials.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
X Biology/Ecology
X Outdoor Education/Recreation
X Environmental Policy/Political Science
    Journalism/Communications
X Conservation/History
X Non-profit Management
    Other:

Stipend: X
Stipend Amount:  $1500/3mth
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring

Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X  Resume
    Writing Sample
    References
    Application Form
    Other: 

Deadlines:

Fall: August 15
Spring: November 30
Summer: April 15

Additional Information: Deadlines may change, see website for exact dates. email: jason@esa.org  Other interns duties include: respond to science, career and education related inquiries from the public, research and write a bi-monthly policy update on science and the environment, and assist with special public education related inquiries from the public and assist with special projects, including briefings and career fairs.


Mr. Steve Brown
Executive Director
Environmental Council of the States
444 N. Capitol St. NW Suite 445
Washington, DC 20001

Phone:  202-624-3660
Website: www.ecos.org

Organization Description: ECOS is the national non partisan non profit organization of the state and territorial environmental protection agencies.

Internship Program: Full time and part time internships are available which include assistance with their environmental policy projects. Duties include: research and writing, attending congressional panel discussions and environmental meetings, and completing other tasks that may arise. Some traveling may occur. A stipend is offered unless the internship is part of required course work for the student.

Academic Majors Desired:

X  Environmental Science/Management
     Biology/Ecology
     Outdoor Education/Recreation
X  Environmental Policy/Political Science
     Journalism/Communications
    Conservation/History
X Non-profit Management
    Other:

Stipend: X
Stipend Amount:  $10/hr
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring

Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X  Resume
X Writing Sample
X  References
    Application Form
    Other: 

Deadlines:

Fall: August 1
Spring: December 1
Summer: April 1

Additional Information: email: ecos@sso.org


Intern Coordinator
Environmental Working Group
1436 U Street, NW
Suite 100
Washington, DC 20009

Phone:  202-669-6982
Website: www.ewg.org

Organization Description: The Environmental Working Group uses the power of information to protect human health and the environment. Their teams of researchers collect data and expose threats and develop solutions.

Internship Program: Interns work in a variety of areas at EWG. These include media, research and operations

Academic Majors Desired:

X  Environmental Science/Management
     Biology/Ecology
     Outdoor Education/Recreation
X  Environmental Policy/Political Science
X  Journalism/Communications
    Conservation/History
X Non-profit Management
    Other:

Stipend: 
Stipend Amount: 
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring

Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X  Resume
    Writing Sample
    References
    Application Form
    Other:  email to internships@ewg.org

Deadlines:

Fall: Rolling
Spring: Rolling
Summer: Rolling

Additional Information:


Ms. Lisa Matthes
Intern Coordinator
Friends of the Earth
1717 Massachusetts Avenue
Suite 600
Washington, DC 20036

Phone:  202-783-7400
Website: www.foe.org

Organization Description: Friends of the Earth is an international, environmental advocacy organization which focuses on international, national, and local environmental problems.

Internship Program: There are several programs offered in the organization that include: Legislative Intern, Grassroots Intern, International Programs Intern and Economics for the Earth Intern, Development Intern, Communications Intern and Transportation Intern.

Academic Majors Desired:

X  Environmental Science/Management
X  Biology/Ecology
    Outdoor Education/Recreation
X  Environmental Policy/Political Science
X  Journalism/Communications
    Conservation/History
X Non-profit Management
    Other:

Stipend: X
Stipend Amount:  Travel allowance
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring

Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X  Resume
X Writing Sample
    References
    Application Form
    Other:  see website for detailed instructions

Deadlines:

Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Additional Information:


Director of Environmental Partners Program
Green Seal
1001 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Suite 827
Washington, DC 20036-5525

Phone:  202-331-7337
Website:

Organization Description: Green Seal is a national. non-profit environmental organization. Their goal is to protect the environment by identifying and promoting "green" products and practices. They set standards for products that cause significantly less harm to the environment than other similar products, and they work with institutional consumers encouraging them to purchase these products.

Internship Program: Marketing and Communications Internships are available. Duties include telemarketing to potential corporate partners, working with the Green Seal staff to implement marketing strategies, distributing membership materials, to Partners, assisting with proofreading newsletters, and participating in staff meetings. Candidate must posses Macintosh proficiency and database skills. Paid internships are full time positions and unpaid internships may be used to fulfill course credit for independent study.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
X Biology/Ecology
   Outdoor Education/Recreation
X Environmental Policy/Political Science
X Journalism/Communications
   Conservation/History
   Non-profit Management
   Other: Business/Marketing

Stipend: X
Stipend Amount:
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring

Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X  Resume
X Writing Sample
    References
    Application Form
    Other:  Transcripts

Deadlines:

Fall: Rolling
Spring: Rolling
Summer: Rolling

Additional Information:


Ms. Larissa Williams
Human Resource Analyst
Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments
777 North Capitol Street, NW
Suite 300
Washington, DC 20002

Phone:  202-962-3241
Website: www.mwcog.org

Organization Description: The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments is a voluntary association of the areas seventeen local governments, working cooperatively to solve mutual problems that are regional in scope and not confined by political or geographic boundaries.

Internship Program: Internships are offered on both a paid and unpaid basis. Internships are offered in the Department of Environmental Programs, Department of Transportation Planning and Water Quality Management. For a complete list of specific positions see their website at www.mwcog.org

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
X Biology/Ecology
    Outdoor Education/Recreation
X Environmental Policy/Political Science
    Journalism/Communications
    Conservation/History
X Non-profit Management
    Other:

Stipend: X
Stipend Amount:  $10.00 hour
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
    Fall
    Spring
 
Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X  Resume
X Writing Sample
    References
    Application Form
    Other:  Transcript

Deadlines:

Fall:
Spring:
Summer: May 1

Additional Information:


Mr. Eddie Flaherty
Internship Coordinator
National Audubon Society
1150 Connecticut Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20036

Website: www.audubon.org

Organization Description: The National Audubon Society is a non-profit environmental organization that works to protect our environment creatively solving environmental problems through education, scientific research, advocacy and lobbying. The Government Relations Staff is the Society's main lobbying arm.

Internship Program: Interns lobby, research, attend hearings, meet with other environmental organizations and write memos, briefs, newsletters and other pieces. Interns have unique opportunity to see how government works. The staff will also set up long term projects for interns.

Academic Majors Desired:

X  Environmental Science/Management
    Biology/Ecology
    Outdoor Education/Recreation
X  Environmental Policy/Political Science
X  Journalism/Communications
X Conservation/History
    Non-profit Management
    Other:

Stipend: 
Stipend Amount: 
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
Summer
Fall
Spring

Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X  Resume
X Writing Sample
    References
    Application Form
    Other: 

Deadlines:

Fall:
Spring:
Summer:

Additional Information:


Ms. Ashley Collins
Internship Coordinator
National Environmental Trust
1200 18th Street
5th Floor
Washington, DC 20036

Phone:  202-887-8800
Website: www.environet.org

Organization Description: The National Environmental Trust is a non-profit, non-partisan organization dedicated to educating the American public on critical environmental issues. Since it's founding in 1995, NET has worked to promote strong health, safety and environmental protections on issues including: food and drinking water safety, global climate change, public right to know policies and endanger species protections. NET public education campaigns combine research and analysis with grassroots organizing and media outreach to present accurate, up to date information on environmental issues to the American public.

Internship Program: Internships are offered in a variety of areas at NET. Interns may work in grassroots organizing, media relations, web design, governmental affairs, and environmental campaigns.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
X Biology/Ecology
    Outdoor Education/Recreation
X Environmental Policy/Political Science
X  Journalism/Communications
    Conservation/History
X Non-profit Management
    Other:

Stipend: X
Stipend Amount:  $1070/month
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Spring

Application Materials:

X  Cover Letter
X  Resume
    Writing Sample
    References
    Application Form
    Other:  Email to internships@net.org

Deadlines:

Fall: August 1
Spring: November 30
Summer: April 1

Additional Information: For more information visit web page at http://www.net.org.


Mr. Erick Toledo
Intern Coordinator
New Forests Project
731 Eighth Street, SE
Washington, DC 20003

Phone:  202-547-3800
Website:

Organization Description: The New Forest Project is an international non-profit organization based in Washington, DC that conducts programs on agro-forestry, watershed management water and sanitation, environment and public health.

Internship Program: Two interns each semester assist staff members with the programs projects and on going programs.

Academic Majors Desired:

X Environmental Science/Management
    Biology/Ecology
    Outdoor Education/Recreation
X Environmental Policy/Political Science
    Journalism/Communications
    Conservation/History
X Non-profit Management
    Other: International Affairs

Stipend:
Stipend Amount: 
Housing Assistance:

Internships Available:
X Summer
X Fall
X Sp