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ENVIRONMENTAL JOBS YOU CAN APPLY FOR RIGHT NOW! >> Search for jobs by state FEATURED JOBS Lake Champlain Boat Launch Steward Grand Isle VT NEIWPCC and the Lake Champlain Basin Program are seeking seasonal boat launch stewards to deliver interpretive invasive species spread prevention messages to boaters on Lake Champlain during the summer of 2021.

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Overview

The National Aquarium Youth Exhibit Guide Program gives local high school students the opportunity to spend a summer volunteering at the Aquarium, working with our staff in our exhibits, sharing in the Aquarium's unique mission and magic.

Participants increase their knowledge of marine environments, assist in enhancing guest experiences, learn from our expert staff and meet people from all over the world.

Requirements

Applicants must:

Have successfully completed ninth grade and at least one high school science course.

Be environmentally aware.

Demonstrate an interest in marine biology.

Enjoy interacting with, talking to and assisting guests of all ages.

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The National Aquarium Youth Exhibit Guide Program gives local high school students the opportunity to spend a summer volunteering at the Aquarium, working with our staff in our exhibits, sharing in the Aquarium's unique mission and magic. Participants increase their knowledge of marine environments, assist in enhancing guest experiences, learn from our expert staff and meet people from all over the world.

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Volunteer Opportunities

Adult Volunteer Opportunities

All adult volunteer opportunities are shown at the bottom of this page, but not all may be currently accepting volunteers. Please contact Diane Bellomo, Volunteer Coordinator, by phone 410-779-1627 or email dbellomo@mdsci.org to find out if the position you're interested in is accepting volunteers at this time. To apply for a volunteer position, please fill out the adult volunteer application.

Free parking while volunteering

Discounts in Elements Café and the Science Store

Invitations to special events

All active volunteers receive free membership to the Maryland Science Center at the Adventurer level

Youth Volunteer Opportunities

For those ages 15 - 17, MSC offers youth volunteer positions. Gain new skills and explore potential career paths, while contributing to the Science Center's mission to provide the best of informal, hands-on STEM education.

Youth volunteer opportunities are limited to specific programs at specific times of the year. High school internships are decided on a case-by-case basis, also depending on the time of year. All potential youth volunteers must complete and return a Youth Volunteer Application, indicating what program they're interested in, along with other program-specific documents, and should be prepared for a potential interview. Please contact Diane Bellomo, Volunteer Coordinator, by phone 410-779-1627 or email dbellomo@mdsci.org to receive a Youth Volunteer Application.

Youth applications are being accepted now to be a summer camp assistant (Camp MSC).

All youth volunteers must:

Work well with children and teenagers

Possess excellent communication skills

Have the ability to follow directions

Be comfortable interacting with the public

Be adaptable to changing situations

Work well independently and in a team atmosphere

Adult Volunteer Opportunities

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Adult Volunteer Opportunities All adult volunteer opportunities are shown at the bottom of this page, but not all may be currently accepting volunteers. Please contact Diane Bellomo, Volunteer Coordinator, by phone 410-779-1627 or email dbellomo@mdsci.org to find out if the position you're interested in is accepting volunteers at this time.

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Internships

Internships at the National Aquarium provide hands-on experiences that add value to any college education. By applying classroom knowledge, interns obtain valuable job experience and establish professional contacts.

College internship positions are available year-round in many departments throughout the Aquarium. The Aquarium makes every effort to match interns to work that complements their studies, interests and skills. Students may apply for up to two internships per term; if more than two applications are submitted, only the first two will be considered.

Eligibility & Requirements

Interested applicants must be college-enrolled or have graduated in the previous semester. Exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis; please email intern@aqua.org to request an exemption. Complete applications will include:

Answers to all application questions, including biographical information, availability and short answer questions

Copy of unofficial transcript

Contact information for 2 references

Please note that we will not accept any applications outside of the timelines outlined above, although we extend the deadline for some internship positions until the 15th of the month.
Need Help?

Please email intern@aqua.org with any questions.

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Internships at the National Aquarium provide hands-on experiences that add value to any college education. By applying classroom knowledge, interns obtain valuable job experience and establish professional contacts. College internship positions are available year-round in many departments throughout the Aquarium. The Aquarium makes every effort to match interns to work that complements their studies, interests and skills.

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Robert E. Malouf Marine Studies Scholarship

The Malouf Scholarship is awarded to support graduate students who combine societally relevant research with education or public engagement. There are no restrictions on the discipline, which may include, but is not limited to: biological, geological, physical and chemical sciences; marine resource management and policy; legal studies; marine resource economics; social sciences; engineering; geology; education or public health. Oregon Sea Grant awards two Malouf Scholarships annually to one master's or professional student and to one Ph.D. student.

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Robert E. Malouf Marine Studies Scholarship The Malouf Scholarship is awarded to support graduate students who combine societally relevant research with education or public engagement. There are no restrictions on the discipline, which may include, but is not limited to: biological, geological, physical and chemical sciences; marine resource management and policy; legal studies; marine resource economics; social sciences; engineering; geology; education or public health.

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Maryland Sea Grant Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates
Maryland

Maryland Sea Grant offers undergraduates the opportunity to conduct marine research on the Chesapeake Bay during the summer. During this 12‐week program, each student will work with a science mentor on an individual research project at one of two marine labs located on Chesapeake Bay: the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science's (UMCES) Chesapeake Biological Laboratory in Solomons, MD or Horn Point Laboratory in Cambridge, MD.

MIT Sea Grant Internships
MIT

MIT Sea Grant works with student interns who contribute to research with our Marine Advisory Services group, the Autonomous Underwater Vehicles Lab, the Design Lab for naval architecture and systems, the Ocean Engineering and Education Lab, and the Biology Lab. Undergraduate and graduate students are encouraged to email seagrantinfo@mit.edu for more information on current opportunities.

Undergraduate Apprenticeship Program

Mississippi-Alabama

Please see the links below for paid undergraduate internship (apprenticeship) opportunities for summer 2021, offering research & extension experience related to coastal conservation & restoration, helping communities plan for sea level rise, or urban wildlife. To qualify for this program, you must not graduate before December 2021. The first two positions ( Sparks and Collini) will be based in Biloxi, MS at the MSU Coastal Research and Extension Center. The third position ( Rohnke) will be based in Raymond, MS at the MSU Central Research and Extension Center. The application deadline for these opportunities is February 14, 2021.

Sea Grant Law Diversity Internship Program

National Sea Grant Law Center

The National Sea Grant Law Center (NSGLC) developed a pilot Sea Grant Law Diversity Internship Program (SGLDIP) in 2020 and recently opened the application period for 2021. The internship seeks to provide experiential learning opportunities in the field of ocean, coastal and Great Lakes law to a law school student from a diverse background. Over the course of the 10-week internship, the intern receives both national and state-level research and professional development experience. Whether in person or virtual, the internship aims to give the intern a unique opportunity to enhance his or her legal education by conducting research and outreach alongside NSGLC attorneys and SGLDIP project partner attorneys.

Oregon Applied Sustainability Experience
Oregon

This internship matches undergraduate students with an Oregon business to create sustainability solutions for industry practices. During this 10-week internship, interns conduct research that can help improve efficiency, save money, and reduce waste. Project topics include energy or water audits toxics reduction, green chemistry, and life cycle assessment.

Oregon Sea Grant Summer Scholars
Oregon

Oregon Sea Grant funds an annual Undergraduate Summer Scholars program to prepare students for graduate school and careers in marine science, policy, management and outreach. This 10-week program places high caliber junior and senior undergraduate students from around the country with public agencies (federal, state, and local) to provide students with hands-on experience under the mentorship of a career professional.

Writing and Reporting Undergraduate Internship

Rhode Island

This paid internship offers University of Rhode Island undergraduate students the opportunity to develop their research, writing, and interviewing skills as they write stories to be published on Rhode Island Sea Grant's website, in the biannual magazine, 41°N, or through other Sea Grant media outlets.

Texas A&M University Undergraduate Research: Sea Grant Scholars Program
Texas

Texas Sea Grant Scholars engage in a two-semester (fall/spring) research project, conducted under the supervision of a Texas A&M faculty mentor, that culminates in a public presentation and written thesis. Undergraduate students enrolled in any discipline at Texas A&M University are invited to submit proposals on marine-related issues. Scholars will be eligible for an additional $1,000 supplement to their research budget for projects related to the marine environment.

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Maryland Sea Grant Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates Maryland Maryland Sea Grant offers undergraduates the opportunity to conduct marine research on the Chesapeake Bay during the summer.

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The American Fisheries Society needs your constant generous financial support in order to fulfill our mission, serve our members, and to produce the highest quality publications.

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The 2021 EPP/MSI Undergraduate Scholarship application is open until February 1, 2021 - apply here today!

The EPP/MSI Undergraduate Scholarship provides funds for two years of undergraduate study to rising junior undergraduate students majoring in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) fields that directly support NOAA's mission. Participants conduct research at a NOAA facility during two paid summer internships. Since 2001, over 186 students have completed the program and over 75% go on to graduate school.

Students attending Minority Serving Institutions as defined by the US Department of Education (Hispanic Serving Institutions, Historically Black Colleges and Universities, Tribal Colleges and Universities, Alaskan-Native Serving Institutions, and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions) are eligible to apply for the program.

Important update: Starting in 2019, U.S. nationals are eligible to apply for the EPP/MSI Undergraduate Scholarship Program.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, internships and planned events, such as scholar orientation and the scholar symposium, may be held virtually. The Office of Education will review precautionary guidelines provided by the CDC in advance of events and internships, and will notify scholars when a decision is made whether to hold them virtually or in person.

About the program

Students receive awards valued at up to $45,000 in total support (including travel and conference participation) during their junior and senior years.

Students complete an 11 week paid summer internship and training at NOAA in Silver Spring, MD, between May and July of the first summer. During the second summer, students complete a 10 week paid internships at NOAA facilities across the country. Students are paid a stipend and receive a housing allowance during summer internships.

Student scholarship recipients attend a two-week orientation at NOAA in Silver Spring, MD, and begin their first summer internship in early June.

At the end of both summer internships, students present the results of their projects at an Education and Science Symposium in Silver Spring, MD (travel expenses paid).

Eligibility

Applicants must be U.S. citizens or U.S. nationals.

Must be currently enrolled as a full-time 2nd year student in a four-year academic program; or transferring from a two-year to a four-year institution; or a 3rd year student in a five-year program.

Studying a discipline related to NOAA's programs and mission at an accredited minority serving institution (college or university within the United States or U.S. territories).

Must earn and maintain a minimum 3.2 grade point average on a 4.0 scale.

Apply and contact information

To apply for an EPP/MSI Undergraduate Scholarship, visit the NOAA undergraduate scholarship application. The EPP/MSI and Hollings Scholarships share a common application. This application is available annually from September through January. For inquiries, please contact: EPP.USP@noaa.gov

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EPP/MSI Undergraduate Scholarship Program | National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

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The 2021 EPP/MSI Undergraduate Scholarship application is open until February 1, 2021 - apply here today! The EPP/MSI Undergraduate Scholarship provides funds for two years of undergraduate study to rising junior undergraduate students majoring in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) fields that directly support NOAA's mission.

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Program Benefits

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, internships and planned events, such as scholar orientation and the scholar symposium, may be held virtually. The Office of Education will review precautionary guidelines provided by the in advance of events and internships, and will notify scholars when a decision is made whether to hold them virtually or in person.

The Hollings Scholarship Program provides successful undergraduate applicants with awards that include academic assistance (up to $9,500 per year) for two years of full-time study and a 10-week, full-time paid ($700/week) internship at a NOAA facility during the summer.

The internship between the first and second years of the award provides the scholars with hands-on, practical experience in NOAA-related science, research, technology, policy, management, and education activities. Awards also include travel funds to attend a mandatory NOAA Scholarship Program orientation and the annual Science & Education Symposium, scientific conferences where students present their research, and a housing subsidy for scholars who do not reside at home during the summer internship.

Hollings Alumni report that the experience influenced their academic and career paths, expanded their professional networks and improved their skills for working in NOAA mission fields. 100% of Hollings Scholars surveyed said that they would recommend this opportunity to other students.

Apply for the 2022 Hollings Scholarship

Program Goals

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Ernest F. Hollings (Hollings) scholarship program is designed to:

increase undergraduate training in oceanic and atmospheric science, research, technology, and education and foster multidisciplinary training opportunities;

increase public understanding and support for stewardship of the ocean and atmosphere and improve environmental literacy;

recruit and prepare students for public service careers with NOAA and other natural resource and science agencies at the federal, state and local levels of government; and

recruit and prepare students for careers as teachers and educators in oceanic and atmospheric science and to improve scientific and environmental education in the United States.

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Ernest F. Hollings Undergraduate Scholarship

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Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, internships and planned events, such as scholar orientation and the scholar symposium, may be held virtually. The Office of Education will review precautionary guidelines provided by the in advance of events and internships, and will notify scholars when a decision is made whether to hold them virtually or in person.

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The Brower Youth Award for Environmental Leadership 

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We Celebrate Young Environmental Leaders!

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The Chesapeake Bay Foundation takes pride in offering hands-on, challenging, and rewarding internships to students with a commitment to caring for the environment and a passion for our mission.

CBF's Internship Program is continually striving to increase its number of internship opportunities, though the availability of internships is often dependent on current projects and initiatives.

CBF interns enjoy the opportunity to enhance their skills related to their area of study, as well as learn the inner-workings of a non-profit organization working to save the Bay. Not only do they experience an office environment, but also the chance to experience the Bay first-hand through meaningful watershed experiences and other activities.

Below is a current list of all CBF internship opportunities that are currently available.
PLEASE NOTE:
Spring and summer internships will begin to be posted in late February/early March. Internships will be posted as soon as they are approved and we will hire only for those posted here. CBF does not have the ability to create internships based on student needs or requests.
Please see the CBF Internship Program FAQs for commonly asked questions before e-mailing the organization. If you have an internship question or inquiry not addressed in the FAQs, please send an e-mail to internships@cbf.org and your request will be responded to within 48 hours.

Current List of Internship Opportunities

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The Chesapeake Bay Foundation takes pride in offering hands-on, challenging, and rewarding internships to students with a commitment to caring for the environment and a passion for our mission. CBF's Internship Program is continually striving to increase its number of internship opportunities, though the availability of internships is often dependent on current projects and initiatives.

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Subscribe to the email version of the AASHE Bulletin, curated and delivered weekly.

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If you are searching for a simple way to support conservation efforts this winter, creating a bird feeder for your backyard is the perfect option. These animals play a vital role in the ecosystem...

Suzanne Tarkulich arrived at Big Hole National Battlefield in Montana in October, and already she's visited Yellowstone, Grand Teton, and Glacier National Parks, as well as Craters of the Moon...

This is our second in a series of SCA winter project profiles.

In recent years, SCA's long-running summer-fall Adirondack Corps has added a smaller winter program in the William C. Whitney...

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If you are searching for a simple way to support conservation efforts this winter, creating a bird feeder for your backyard is the perfect option. These animals play a vital role in the ecosystem... Suzanne Tarkulich arrived at Big Hole National Battlefield in Montana in October, and already she's visited Yellowstone, Grand Teton, and Glacier National Parks, as well as Craters of the Moon...

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Careers in Environmental Science | EnvironmentalScience.org

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21st Century Conservation Service Corps (21CSC) includes Public Land Corps (PLC) a work and education program for young people and veterans.

The National Park Service works in collaboration with service corps and other organizations to provide conservation work, and educational and training opportunities. Many of these organizations are members of the 21st Century Conservation Service Corps.

Who can apply:

Ages 16-30

Veterans up to age 35 years old and younger

Opportunities includes internships and crew based work

Schedule: Summer or Year-round

Interest areas: All

Stipend: Varies
Partner: National Park Service Youth Service Corps Partner Listing are good places to begin your search for PLC program opportunities. You can search for jobs and internships with other public land management agencies at Jobs at Corps.

The National Park Service partners with national service members to provide special skills training and offer a path into Federal service. Individuals who meet specific requirements may be eligible for noncompetitive appoinment to Federal jobs upon successful completion of the program.

Public Land Corps (PLC): A work and education program that engages the Nation's conservation and service corps on public lands. Read Personnel Bulletin 17-03 for more information.

Direct Hire Authority for Resource Assistant Internships (DHA-RAI): Rigorous internships in a career field necessary for the effective managmeent of public lands and resources. See Personnel Bulletin 12-15 for more information.

AmeriCorps: AmeriCorps consists of three programs - Volunteers in Service to America (VISTA), State & National, National Civilian Community Corps. Individuals who complete their service may be eligible for noncompetitive eligibility. Visit americorps.gov to learn about these programs and search for opportunities.

Contact: NPS Youth Porgrams at 202-513-7157 or 202-513-7146 or via e-mail

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Work With Us - Youth Programs (U.S. National Park Service)

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21st Century Conservation Service Corps (21CSC) includes Public Land Corps (PLC) a work and education program for young people and veterans. The National Park Service works in collaboration with service corps and other organizations to provide conservation work, and educational and training opportunities. Many of these organizations are members of the 21st Century Conservation Service Corps.

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Several different locations around the country, continue checking the website to see where one is near you! YOCS has a great newsletter to subscribe to.

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​Around the world, our ocean and its inhabitants face many challenges. As human impacts continuously threaten the health of our marine ecosystems, both locally and globally, it is imperative that we involve youth in a campaign to solve these problems. Empowering the next generation of ocean conservationists...

The Youth Ocean Conservation Summit, launched in 2011 and held annually at Mote Marine Laboratory in Sarasota, FL, as well as satellite locations across the United States, provides youth participants of all ages (upper elementary-college) the opportunity to learn from marine scientists and conservationists about current threats facing marine ecosystems, both locally and globally. ​

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​Around the world, our ocean and its inhabitants face many challenges. As human impacts continuously threaten the health of our marine ecosystems, both locally and globally, it is imperative that we involve youth in a campaign to solve these problems. Empowering the next generation of ocean conservationists...

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About Volunteering

Every year, hundreds of volunteers give their time, energy, and enthusiasm to help us accomplish the important work of conserving wildlife and wild places. Volunteers can be found throughout the Zoo, behind the scenes and with our visitors. Whether you're looking for a day of meaningful service or a lifetime relationship, you can be an important part of our family! The vast majority of our adult volunteers work directly as educators, greeters, animal contact aides, and more.

Selection and training for these positions takes place only in late winter and early spring, in order to get our new classes ready in time for the rush of seasonal visitors. Other positions have deadlines as well, based on school calendars, Zoo needs, or other factors. Please check the opportunity directory for your preferred assignment, or contact us for information about when we might be adding new volunteers in a specific program.
Please note: We do not arrange job shadows. Also, the Maryland Zoo does not offer court-ordered community service.
Benefits of volunteering at the Zoo:

Free Zoo admission (for active volunteers)

Free Zoo membership (for higher levels of service)

Discount on purchases in Zoo gift shops

Volunteer newsletter with wildlife news and Maryland Zoo happenings

Invitations to Zoo Volunteer recognition events, field trips, and lectures

Volunteer qualifications:

Friendly and outgoing

Genuine interest in conservation of wildlife and wild places

Ready to make and fulfill a regular hours commitment

At least 18 years of age (for most positions) or 14-17 for Zoo teen opportunities

Questions? Contact the Volunteer Department at volunteers@marylandzoo.org or 443-552-5266. Interested in a Zoo career? Click here.

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Every year, hundreds of volunteers give their time, energy, and enthusiasm to help us accomplish the important work of conserving wildlife and wild places. Volunteers can be found throughout the Zoo, behind the scenes and with our visitors. Whether you're looking for a day of meaningful service or a lifetime relationship, you can be an important part of our family!

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Today at the Zoo

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Semester-long internship positions are available year round. Learn what it takes to work at a zoo.

Join us for a semester as an intern!

The Maryland Zoo is committed to developing the next generation of wildlife, hospitality, and business professionals. Internships give students the opportunity to gain college credit for supervised work and learning experiences while introducing them to professional skills and responsibilities in a career field of interest.
Thank you for your interest in a Maryland Zoo internship! At this time, we are not hosting internships for spring or summer 2021. Please check back to see about future semesters. Internships are only available to students currently enrolled in an undergraduate program. Completing the internship for college credit remains optional. All internships will include a personal research project and a biweekly virtual seminar course.

Animal Keeper & Behavior Internship (On hold until Fall 2021)

The Animal Department is responsible for the daily care and wellbeing of the Zoo's animal collection. Interns will be placed on a team of dedicated keepers to learn every aspect of animal keeping, including diet preparation, cleaning of habitats, enrichment, and training. Animal Keeper & Behavior interns will also have the opportunity to work on an independent project of their own design under the supervision and guidance of keepers and an animal behavior and training specialist. This position requires a minimum availability of two full days per week.
This internship is not designed for students on a veterinary medicine track. If you are interested in working specifically with primates, please apply instead for the Primate Internship. Full Position Description

Primate Internship (On hold until Fall 2021)

Primate interns will have an inside look at providing care for primates on a daily basis. This includes gaining knowledge of husbandry, creating and implementing enrichment, and learning how the animal staff trains behaviors using operant conditioning. While many responsibilities and expectations of Chimp Forest interns are identical to those of our Animal Keeper & Behavior internship, this position requires the skills and interests of an individual pursuing a career working with primates. Interns will have the opportunity to learn the complex social and intelligent behaviors of our large, dynamic chimpanzee troop, and work closely with ring-tailed lemurs, red-ruffed lemurs, Coqurel's sifaka, and Black and White colobus monkeys. Interns will also complete a project to showcase some of the tools they have learned throughout the program. This position requires a minimum availability of two full days per week.
This internship is not designed for students on a veterinary medicine track. Full Position Description

Veterinary Technician Internship Program (On hold until Fall 2021) Conservation Education Internship (On hold until Fall 2021) Graphic Design Internship (On hold until Fall 2021) Marketing & Digital Media Internship (On hold until Fall 2021)

For questions about internships, please contact the Volunteer Department at 443-552-5266 or internships@marylandzoo.org.

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The candidate will join the research team of the Northeast Amphibian Research and Monitoring Initiative and the David Miller's Applied Population Ecology lab at the Pennsylvania State University. The position is based in Turners Falls, MA with periodic visits to State College.

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Scott Springer currently serves as a Supervisory Natural Resource Specialist and Regional Realty Officer with the US Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation, at the California-Great Basin Region, in Sacramento, CA. The disciplines under his supervision include realty, land and water uses, outdoor recreation, wildland fire and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) since 2015. Scott has also served 7 years as the Regional Outdoor Recreation Planner at the California-Great Basin Regional Office of Reclamation, where he provided advice and assistance to the Area Offices regarding recreation issues, policy guidance and partnership development beginning in 2008.

Scott is a born and raised Washingtonian. He lived in western Washington state as a child growing up in a small town in Grays Harbor County. He received a Bachelor of Science degree in Wildland Recreation Management, from Washington State University, Pullman, WA in 1990.

Scott has a broad spectrum of educational and experience opportunities in various urban, rural, and backcountry recreation settings. Beginning in 1986, Scott has held recreation positions with the Washington State Parks and Recreation as well as the Department of Natural Resources. He began is federal career with the Bureau of Land Management on the Rogue River in Grants Pass, Oregon in 1990. His experiences then shifted to 18 years of recreation and land management experience with the U.S. Forest Service in the Congressionally designated Hells Canyon National Recreation Area of Idaho and Oregon and Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area and the Gifford Pinchot National Forest.

Scott enjoys being in the great outdoors with his dog. Backpacking, fishing, golfing, biking and completing five marathons in the past 15 years. He visits the great Pacific Northwest often, spending a majority of that time in northeastern Washington at a family farm outside the small town of Chewelah.

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Scott Springer currently serves as a Supervisory Natural Resource Specialist and Regional Realty Officer with the US Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation, at the California-Great Basin Region, in Sacramento, CA. The disciplines under his supervision include realty, land and water uses, outdoor recreation, wildland fire and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) since 2015.

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Gills Club is Atlantic White Shark Conservancy's STEM-based education initiative dedicated to connecting girls with female scientists from around the world, sharing knowledge, and inspiring shark and ocean conservation.

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"Thank you Gills Club! Maggie has so many true role models now, it's such an encouragement to her! She believes she can really become a marine biologist, even though she is growing up in landlocked Colorado!
- Amy O'Connell"

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Inspiring and encouraging young girls to practice self -affirmations that will propel them towards their purpose as empowered women in STEM
Building Bridges, Inc. is designed to expose young girls (elementary, middle, and high school) to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) worldwide by introducing self-awareness education.

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Inspiring and encouraging young girls to practice self -affirmations that will propel them towards their purpose as empowered women in STEM.

Building Bridges, Inc. is designed to expose young girls (elementary, middle, and high school) to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) worldwide by introducing self-awareness education.

Our Impact

Our impact involves engagement via STEM workshops, monthly newsletters, social media postings, and encouragement to practice self-affirmations through awareness of STEM.

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Inspiring and encouraging young girls to practice self -affirmations that will propel them towards their purpose as empowered women in STEM. Our impact involves engagement via STEM workshops, monthly newsletters, social media postings, and encouragement to practice self-affirmations through awareness of STEM.

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Volunteer

Do you enjoy working with others to help restore the Chesapeake Bay and its rivers and streams? Do you have a few hours to spare? Whether growing oysters, planting trees, or helping in our offices, there are plenty of ways you can contribute. Check out our volunteer opportunities across the watershed below.

Save the Bay

Founded in 1967, the Chesapeake Bay Foundation (CBF) is the largest independent conservation organization dedicated solely to saving the Bay.

Save the Bay

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Do you enjoy working with others to help restore the Chesapeake Bay and its rivers and streams? Do you have a few hours to spare? Whether growing oysters, planting trees, or helping in our offices, there are plenty of ways you can contribute. Check out our volunteer opportunities across the watershed below.

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An organization that is full of students from Baltimore City. Continuously check this website for news updates and information on how you can help with waste and trash, climate change, economic inequalities and health disparities caused by environmental issues.

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Logo created by Rachael Avidor, student at Western High School
Baltimore Beyond Plastic is a youth-led organization founded in 2016 to support a Maryland expanded polystyrene (Styrofoam) phase-out. Our work continues to grow to embrace a variety of environmental topics.

Mission Statement: Baltimore Beyond Plastic coordinates youth advocacy efforts around a diverse range of environmental problems facing Baltimore City, such as:

1. waste and trash

2. climate change and energy

3. economic inequalities and job insecurities

4. health disparities stemming from environmental issues

We have a special focus around plastic pollutants.
Check out youth in action at our events!

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Logo created by Rachael Avidor, student at Western High School Baltimore Beyond Plastic is a youth-led organization founded in 2016 to support a Maryland expanded polystyrene (Styrofoam) phase-out. Our work continues to grow to embrace a variety of environmental topics.

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So many great resources and links to information for Baltimore students!

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National: Association of Science and Technology Centers Educational Resources List - a collection of virtual resources from Science Museums acrossRead more "

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Not a contest, all submissions will be included in online gallery staring May 20, 2021. Nature related art in any media.
Deadline: April 30, 2021

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Share your artistic vision for a world in which all kids can enjoy nature

On May 20, 2021 the Children & Nature Network will present NATURE FUTURE: Kids' visions for a just and nature-filled world.

We believe that every child-regardless of their race, income, abilities, or postal code-deserves the benefits of nature. We invite kids and teens to share art, poetry, and creative writing to inspire a nature-filled future for all.

Submissions may include paintings, drawings, photography, sculpture, poetry, and any other creative work that you can photograph or submit digitally. This is not a contest. All submissions will be included in this online gallery starting May 20, 2021.

Call for submissions is open through April 30, 2021.

Inspiration for your art can come from many different places. Here are some questions to inspire big ideas:

What are your favorite ways to enjoy nature?

How do you feel when you are outside in nature?

What can we do to make sure all kids have parks or green spaces nearby?

Why is it important for all children to enjoy nature?

Why is a healthy environment important for all kids?
Submit Artwork
This submission form requires a Gmail account. Please email us at conference@childrenandnature.org if you need assistance.

Thanks for your interest in submitting artwork. Here are some of the exhibition guidelines:

You are welcome to submit one visual art piece and/or one written word piece.

Submissions are accepted through digital form only.

All entries must be submitted by a parent, guardian, educator, or facilitator unless you are 18 or 19 years old.

On the submission form you will be asked to:

Provide contact information

Upload an image of your art and/or type in your poetry or writing submission (max 500 words)

Provide a brief artist statement about yourself and/or your submission. (max 200 words)

All submission form contact information will be kept strictly confidential. Only the artwork, artist statement, artist's first name, last initial, age, and state/province, country will appear in the gallery and promotional material.

Submissions must be your original creation!

Submissions will be displayed online by age group.

All entrants will be acknowledged with a Certificate.

Have Fun!

This art exhibit is an opportunity for you and your children/students to discuss, learn, and challenge critical issues related to nature access and racial and environmental justice and imagine a nature-filled and just future!

Science proves it: Nature makes kids healthier, happier and smarter. But not all kids have parks or green spaces nearby. We all have a role to play in helping every child connect to the natural world, especially young people. What young people think, feel and imagine will shape the future. Of course, all kids deserve to be healthy-and have fun-in nature

Benefits of Nature - Health & Wellness Benefits of Nature - Academic Outcomes How to Create Nature Champions: Nature Play Can Encourage Care for the Earth

Yet as adults, finding the words to talk to kids about social and environmental justice can be challenging. To help, we've created a toolkit with age-appropriate resources so you can support children in understanding how race, prejudice and income can affect some children's access to nature. We invite you to explore the resources below to help your children understand the world they live in and share their vision to create the just, nature-filled world we wish to see.

C&NN can publish or decline to publish, or use or decline to use, any submitted artwork at C&NN's sole discretion. Participants should not use any copyrighted imagery for their submission, and they are responsible for copyright related issues.

Participants retain the rights to use and publish their artwork or written material.

C&NN reserves the right to use the submissions for all practical purposes within the framework of its activities (expositions, presentations, communication mediums, educational materials, etc.) without further notice or compensation.

Submit Artwork
This submission form requires a Gmail account. Please email us at conference@childrenandnature.org if you need assistance.

C&NN's Commitment

The Children & Nature Network envisions a world where all children-regardless of race, income, zip code or physical ability-have safe, regular access to the benefits of nature. We are committed to working with our partners and children and nature leaders to dismantle systems of injustice that have impacted the design and distribution of green spaces. We invite young people to creatively reimagine a world in which every child can benefit from nature access and outdoor experiences where they live, learn, and play.

For more information, contact us at conference@childrenandnature.org.

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Inside Out Leadership Series - Inside Out Leadership Series

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Share your artistic vision for a world in which all kids can enjoy nature On May 20, 2021 the Children & Nature Network will present NATURE FUTURE: Kids' visions for a just and nature-filled world. We believe that every child-regardless of their race, income, abilities, or postal code-deserves the benefits of nature.

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Student Leadership with the Chesapeake Bay Foundation 

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Training and experience in civic action and environmental stewardship.
Registration opens March 1, 2021

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Thank you for your interest in joining the Chesapeake Bay Foundation's Student Leadership Program. Please provide the information below and answer the four application questions to apply. If selected, you will become part of a network of high school student leaders from across the Chesapeake Bay watershed who are dedicated to saving the Bay!

Before applying, please review CBF's Student Leadership Code of Conduct and our membership expectations and privileges below.
Student Leadership Member Expectations

Attend monthly Council Meetings: These will primarily be online video conference calls using Zoom. (You will need to create a free Zoom account to participate.)

Join us for Rally Your Reps events in your state capital to advocate on behalf of clean water.

Design a Student Action Plan that improves the health of your local watershed, and ultimately the Chesapeake Bay, with advice and guidance from CBF.

Lead education outreach at CBF events and within your local community to raise awareness for the Bay.

Student Leadership Member Privileges

Training and experience in civic action and environmental stewardship.

A network of fellow student leaders.

Support and resources from CBF.

Invitations to exclusive Student Leadership events, summer expeditions, and trainings.

Travel to the most beautiful and inspiring natural areas of the Chesapeake Bay watershed.

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Thank you for your interest in joining the Chesapeake Bay Foundation's Student Leadership Program. Please provide the information below and answer the four application questions to apply. If selected, you will become part of a network of high school student leaders from across the Chesapeake Bay watershed who are dedicated to saving the Bay!

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Click this link then scroll down to explore activities and resources for different age groups.

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We Engage Students In NASA's Mission

K-12 students can dig deeper into STEM topics and experience the thrill of exploration and discovery.

NASA makes vital investments in a diverse portfolio of learning opportunities and activities designed to reach as many U.S. students as possible - from kindergarten through graduate school. NASA seeks to build the next generation STEM workforce and broaden student participation to increase diversity, equity and inclusion in STEM fields.

For Kids and Students

We Inspire An Interest In STEM

NASA offers a wide array of unique experiences designed to engage K-12 students nationwide in the agency's missions, people, and resources.

Educators are a significant part of students' lives and play a key role in connecting NASA to the Artemis Generation. NASA STEM fully supports formal educators in classrooms and informal educators in museums, science centers, afterschool programs, and similar organizations, all of whom bring the excitement of the agency's missions to students.

For Educators

Colleges, Universities, Technical and Vocational Institutions

NASA leverages its unique missions and programs to enhance and increase the capability, diversity, and size of the nation's future STEM workforce.

NASA has a portfolio of activities and opportunities dedicated to attracting, engaging and educating students in all institutional categories and levels across the nation. These range from internships and fellowships, research and development opportunities, challenges and competitions, pre-college and college STEM experiences, virtual learning, faculty support, as well as institutional support.

For Colleges and Universities

Latest STEM News and Features

get social with nasa stem engagement

Discover More STEM Topics From NASA

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We're launching learning to new heights with STEM resources that connect educators, students, parents and caregivers to the inspiring work at NASA. Find your place in space!

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Two separate college-level summer courses for motived high school students. Application and enrollment fee are required but scholarships are offered.

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Engineering Innovation programs are for current high school students. Please visit the Eligibility Requirements page for more information.

1. Complete the online application
Follow the link at the bottom of this page to complete the online application, which includes:

Application Fee: A non-refundable application fee of $85 must be paid online with the application submission. This fee can be paid with either a credit card or checking account information.

Short Essay: In 250 words, explain why you want to participate in the Explore Engineering Innovation or Biomedical Engineering Innovation course and what you hope to gain from the experience. This essay must be uploaded to the online application.

Test Scores: The most recent standardized test scores (PSAT, SAT, ACT) must be entered on the online application. You are still eligible to apply even if you have not taken a standardized test. International students must also submit TOEFL, IELTS, or DET scores.

Teacher Recommendation: A math or science teacher's name and email address must be provided on the online application. The teacher will receive an email with directions on how to submit the recommendation electronically. You should ask your teacher if they are willing to recommend you before providing us with their email address. Please note that only one recommendation is required.

Financial Information: Engineering Innovation has a limited number of needs-based scholarships available. If you are applying for a scholarship, you must complete the online Financial Aid form with supporting documents, typically 1040 tax forms, which can be uploaded as part of the online application or mailed to us.

2. Ask your school to send us your transcript

Transcripts: A copy of your high school transcript-including grades through the most recent marking period of the current academic year- must be sent to our office directly from your school. We do not accept transcripts sent by applicants and/or their parents. The school may send the transcript by email to ei-transcripts@jhu.edu. You may use our transcript request form to submit the request to your school. This process can take several weeks, so plan ahead. Please let us know on the online application if you are currently enrolled in a required class that will not show up on your transcript.
Due to an abundance of caution related to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Engineering Innovation staff, as well as most JHU employees, are now working remotely. We will be able to receive mail and packages regularly, but not daily. The fastest way to send transcripts and other supporting documents is to email them to ei-transcripts@jhu.edu. For our office to consider the transcript "official" it must be emailed by a school official, not the student or parent/guardian. If you have questions or concerns, please contact us at ei-transcripts@jhu.edu.

Please click the button below to start your application for Biomedical Engineering Innovation (BMEI) Summer 2021 Please click the button below to start your application for Explore Engineering Innovation (EEI) Summer 2021
Admission to the Explore Engineering Innovation Program or the Biomedical Engineering Innovation Program does not automatically entitle students for admission into the undergraduate program at Johns Hopkins University.

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Please click the button below to start your application for Biomedical Engineering Innovation (BMEI) Summer 2021 Please click the button below to start your application for Explore Engineering Innovation (EEI) Summer 2021 Admission to the Explore Engineering Innovation Program or the Biomedical Engineering Innovation Program does not automatically entitle students for admission into the undergraduate [...]

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Through this unique experience, you will grow as an environmental leader, gain an understanding of the operations of an international non-profit organization as you shape our work and mission, and build connections with your peers and EarthEcho partners working around the world to ensure a sustainable future.
Applications will open April 1, 2021

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EarthEcho International - Youth Leadership Council

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EarthEcho was founded on the belief that young people have the power to change the world. You're invited to join the Youth Leadership Council-an international team of young environmental leaders, selected annually through a competitive application process, who play a key role leading EarthEcho's education programs while developing and implementing campaigns to mobilize your peers worldwide to protect our water planet.

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Have you dreamed of joining the action on Capitol Hill? Perhaps you want to see what life is like at a top company. Or maybe you'd like experience working in the field with endangered species.

By joining EDF as an Intern, you too can be part of a vibrant workplace that welcomes diverse perspectives, talents and contributions, where innovation and a focus on results are a way of life. EDF's Internship Program welcomes intellectually hungry leaders to join us, advance our work, and cultivate the skills and relationships needed for a successful career working for the environment. Alumni of our Internship Program have gone on to important leadership positions, most notably our own President, Fred Krupp. Could you be the next Fred Krupp?

EDF offers internships and fellowships for students and recent graduates in a variety of programs and departments throughout the organization. Click the links below to learn more.

Summer 2021 opportunities

Ongoing opportunities

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Have you dreamed of joining the action on Capitol Hill? Perhaps you want to see what life is like at a top company. Or maybe you'd like experience working in the field with endangered species.

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Naturalist training course for Baltimore's Black Community

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Naturalist training course for Baltimore's Black Community

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Due date: March 31, 2021

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In partnership with the University of Maryland Extension "master naturalist" program and Backyard Basecamp's "BLISS Meadows" farm, Black by Nature is offering scholarships for college students to participate in a 9 week naturalist training course. Students will be immersed in topics ranging from natural history to ecology to climate and much of the flora and fauna local to Maryland.

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Greater Baltimore FrogWatch is hosting a second training for those interested in learning more about identifying local MD frogs, and for those looking to take it a step further and  volunteer to collect data. This is a FREE training open to anyone and requires two training sessions.
Training will be held through Zoom on Sunday, March 14 and Sunday, March 21 at 7pm