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This position will provide support to the Bellevue Utilities Watershed Planning team located in the Engineering Division of the Utilities Department. The student intern is expected to perform tasks related to utility services, including hydrology, environmental studies, biology and environmental engineering. On-the-job training will be provided as needed. Application deadline April 18th!

Primary Responsibilities

  • Assist with the development of individual basin plans as well as updating data in the Storm and Surface Water System Plan. This plan evaluates the drainage system policies, the impacts policies have upon the stormwater management programs and operational policies to identify current and future needs. This position will provide statistical summaries, reports and graphs of hydrologic, water quality, biological and habitat data for in the plan.
  • Conduct hydrologic engineering analyses of natural drainage systems as directed by senior engineers to provide design parameters for capital improvement projects. These analyses might include base-flow separation techniques; converting stage data into discharge hydrographs using discharge rating curves; conducting hydrologic flow frequency analyses; developing HEC RAS, WWHM or SWMM computer models under the direction of an senior engineer/hydrologist; and review, maintain and update the existing hydrologic modeling input files used to perform engineering analysis of the City’s storm drainage systems. No previous experience necessary, training will be provided.
  • Field work and verification of information might include documentation of hydrologic, geomorphic and habitat condition evaluations using established protocols; assisting with collection of biological samples from streams; assisting with performing salmon surveys, collection of sediment samples following established protocols; measuring stream flow to develop/verify discharge rating curves and other field assignments as requested by senior engineers and/or scientists.
  • Conduct standard statistical tests or analyses for the purpose of verifying developed hypotheses.
  • Other duties as assigned related to biological, hydrologic and water quality data, typically involving data entry, data organization, manipulation and presentation of data that includes, but is not limited to: data variability, coefficient of variance, coefficient of skewness and fitting a probability distribution.

Qualifications

  • Must be registered as a student in a technical discipline degree program related to utility services, including environmental engineering, environmental studies, hydrology or biology.
  • Two years of college level course work is preferred.
  • Environmental engineering, biology, environmental studies, or related students studying related fields are preferred.
  • Ability to collect and analyze data and formulate solutions to problems.
  • Ability to perform independently when clear direction is provided.
  • Ability to walk and wade through streams and wetlands that are chest deep, and walk through dense vegetation, sometimes in cold and wet weather.
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
  • Good oral communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Spreadsheet and database computer skills and aptitude.
  • Skill in documenting procedures, summarizing findings, and writing reports and correspondence.

Definition of a Student Intern

  • Must be enrolled in a bona fide education program. Full time employees taking evening classes, those enrolled in one course, or those going to school periodically are not considered student interns.
  • During the school year must be scheduled to work 20 hours or fewer per week.
  • During special situations (i.e. specific internship programs through school) or during school breaks, can be scheduled to work more than 20 hours, up to full time, if appropriate.
  • Must be terminated as a student intern when no longer associated with an education program.
  • At-will for the duration of the student intern status.

How To Apply

Interested applicants should apply on-line at http://www.bellevuewa.gov/TempJobs.htm and attach a cover letter and resume to the on-line application not later than April 18, 2013.  For further information about this position, please contact Rick Watson via email at rwatson@bellevuewa.gov or at 425.452.4896 or Kit Paulsen via email at kpaulsen@bellevuewa.gov or at 425.452.4861. If you need technical assistance with the online application, please contact our IT helpdesk at 425.452.4340.

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Nature Vision is a non-profit environmental education organization founded in 2003 based in Woodinville, WA. Our mission is to foster citizen appreciation and stewardship of our environment through integration of school, community, and nature education. Nature Vision (NV) serves over 44,000 students annually, more than many nature centers in our area. In 2010, the NV team received the Michael Mercer Water Conservation Educator Award with partners for our work on the Sammamish Watershed Festival. NV was also honored with the 2007-2008 Environmental Education Association of Washington’s (EEAW) Award for Organizational Excellence. 

Internship description 

  • Aiding naturalists with presenting environmental education programs to: summer camps, schools, libraries, and other groups from the Nature Vision menu of programs. Training is provided. Most of programs will be in Redmond area. 
  • Prep and clean-up of materials for camps and presentations 
  • Office projects as needed by staff 

Start Date: 6/17/13, negotiable depending on school needs 

End Date: 8/30/13 or earlier depending on school needs 

Hours: 15-30 a week, unpaid 

Minimum Qualifications: Working on bachelor’s degree or experience in Education, Interpretation, Environmental Science or a related field; combination of education and experience which demonstrates the ability to work in the field and in classrooms with groups of students. Must be a US Citizen and able to read, speak, and write the English language clearly. 

Special Requirements: Must possess a valid Washington State Drivers’ License and own vehicle to drive to field sites. May need to occasionally lift objects up to 50 lbs. 

To apply: Please email cover letter and resume to Ginny Ballard gsanchez@naturevision.org 

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The Career Center is in need of volunteers for the upcoming 2013 Spring Career Fair on Tuesday April 16 from 3-7 pm in the HUB Ballrooms. Shifts will be available from 8am – 9pm, with a minimum time commitment of 2 hours.

Why volunteer?

·         The Spring Career Fair is the biggest networking opportunity of the year. As a volunteer, you’ll have unparalleled access with the employers in attendance-and they’re all hiring!

·         If you need to fulfill volunteer hour requirements, look no further! Complete your hours with flexible shifts at this high-energy event.

·         Interested in Event Planning? As a volunteer, you’ll work closely with the UW Career Center’s Events Team to put on our biggest event of the year. Learn the ins and outs… then put it on your resume!

Interested? Shoot an email to tessam19@uw.edu with the following information:

·         Your name

·         Your email address

·         Your hours of availability on the day of the Spring Career Fair (Tuesday April 16)

By Friday April 13, we’ll be in touch to confirm your schedule and shift assignments.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us!  Hope to see you at the Fair!

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The Environmental Book Club is starting a new book at the beginning of Spring quarter: ‘The Unsettling of America: Culture & Agriculture’ by Wendell Berry, the “cultural and economic critic, and farmer” (wiki). It was written following the infamous declaration of ‘get big or get out’ in US agricultural policy. But to what degree has the decline of Agriculture and the rise of “agri-business” been a corollary of American rural culture’s decline?
 
Here’s a doodle poll for next quarter so we hit the ground running, check out the book.
http://www.doodle.com/6s9givwsbhv2ztft 
 
The Book Club’s goal is to stimulate additional thought on the environmental ideas available in literature, and to be able to articulate that understanding in environmental studies.

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rosehoo1:

Community Transformations
Summer Intensive Program


June 24 to July 26
Eugene, Oregon

Community Transformations is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to live a wholesome lifestyle, build community, enact genuine sustainability, develop a powerful social vision, vitalize body, mind and spirit, and have fun making the world a better place.

Come to Eugene, Oregon, this summer for a five-week intensive experience participating with engaged people who are transforming their own neighborhood into a more sustainable, resilient, livable place from the ground up, one seed at a time.

View the Community Transformations slideshow and see what is happening: http://portal.sliderocket.com/DGCZY/Community-Transformations


Details and Application @ www.communitytransformations.org


During the program, you will have the opportunity to work with leading practitioners, teachers, and mentors (many of whom live right in the neighborhood) in the following areas:


-Permaculture and organic gardening
-Whole foods preparation and preservation
-Eco-building and green architecture (strawbale, cob, passive solar and more)
-Grassroots neighborhood markets and barter exchange
-Yoga, qigong, and meditation
-Communication strategies and group processes
-Community service and outreach
-Liberation philosophy and social movements
-Systems thinking and resilient sustainability
-Spiritual philosophy and dharma
-Progressive Utilization Theory (PROUT)
and more!


Inquiries and contact: comtrans@proutinstitute.org, subject line: Community Transformations Inquiry

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The Soundwatch Boater Education Program is seeking interns to assist with the successful and internationally acclaimed education and monitoring program working to reduce vessel disturbance to killer whales and other marine wildlife in the Haro Strait region of Washington State and British Columbia, Canada. Soundwatch needs assistants to help conduct seasonal vessel patrols to educate boaters on regional guidelines and regulations and to collect data while monitoring vessel activities around whales. 

   
Internship based in Friday Harbor, WA, approximately 35-40 hours per week, May-October, variety of tasks both in an office setting and in the field on the patrol boat and/or shore based whale watch areas.
  • REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must be at least 18 years, be physically fit (able to lift 40 lbs), able to swim, and not easily susceptible to seasickness. Be prepared to spend time aboard a small (20 ft.) vessel in unpredictable weather and sea conditions. Interns will need a valid passport or US enhanced driver’s license, CPR/First Aid certification. A state boater license/or equivalent safe boating card, not required but is a bonus.
  • HOW TO APPLY FOR INTERNSHIP POSITION:
Please send a letter of interest, a resume, and contact information for three references. Be sure to include what dates you can start/end.
Applications accepted until April 1st, 2013. Decisions will be made by mid-April.
 
 
  • Please send application materials to:
 
Eric Eisenhardt
Soundwatch Coordinator
P.O. Box 945
Friday Harbor, Washington 98250
                                                                                        
Or email (preferred) to: soundwatch@whalemuseum.org

Student Volunteers Needed!!

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The Climate Impacts Group is seeking volunteer student note-takers for a one-day, on campus workshop on successful adaptation to climate change on Washington’s coasts. This workshop is assembling ~20 coastal professionals from local, regional, state, tribal and federal agencies who are working on climate change adaptation in Washington to discuss the vexing, yet increasingly important, question “What does successful adaptation to climate change in coastal areas look like?”

Our goals for the workshop are to delve into the concept of successful adaptation through a series of presentations, discussions and activities, to learn from participants’ adaptation experience, and involve leaders in our state in crafting answers to what constitutes successful adaptation. The workshop is part of a larger two-year project to examine the nature, principles, and indicators of successful adaptation, as well as paths toward it. 

We are seeking volunteer notetakers to attend and “record” the workshop sessions. Lunch, snacks, and an evening reception are included, in addition to access to some of the leading thinkers on coastal climate change adaptation in Washington state.

Workshop details:

Wednesday, March 20
8-5:00, reception follows until 6:30

Preference given to those available for the entire session (reception optional).

If interested, please contact Amy Snover, aksnover@uw.edu, providing information about yourself and your climate change/adaptation/coastal background or interest.

The Piscivore’s Dilemma

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The Piscivore’s Dilemma

Do you try to eat a healthy diet? Are you concerned about the sustainability of fish stocks, the health of marine ecosystems, or the survival of your local fishing community? Do you worry about your carbon footprint?  Would you eat fish imported from a developing country if you thought it might deprive a family there of a nutritious meal of their own?

Join Eddie Allison, Director of Policy, Economics and Social Science at WorldFish Center and new SMEA professor for his presentation “The Piscivore’s Dilemma”. Read more at: http://fish.washington.edu/seminars/bevan/Winter_13/Allison.php. This Bevan Series seminar will be Thursday, March 14 at 4:30pm in FSH 102.

[capstone profile]: Sustainability in Prisons Project

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Ever wondered what the PoE capstone is all about? See below for a guest post from PoE senior Sophie Hart about her unique capstone project – working across two countries! – (joe)

Sophie Hart’s POE Capstone with the Sustainability in Prisons Project

For my capstone project, I am looking at social farming operations in prison systems. I began my project last fall while on a study abroad program in Italy. The program was led by anthropology professor Ann Anagnost. Entitled “The Culture and Politics of Food in Italy,” this program included lectures on food systems, visits to the United Nation’s Food and Agriculture Organization, attendance at Slow Food’s giant Terra Madre Conference, and a farm stay in rural Italy. It was through this program that I was exposed to the use of social farming as a rehabilitative therapy for prisoners: thirty-two prisons in Italy offer farming programs to their inmates, and the country has an extensive system of agricultural social cooperatives which employ some of these prisoners upon completion of their sentence. While in Italy, I produced an independent study research paper on this topic, visited a social farming cooperative and stayed with an Italian farmer, Beppe, who had practiced social farming for ten years. 

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Now that I am back in Seattle, I am working with an organization in Washington that provides similar programs to inmates at twelve of our state prisons. The Sustainability in Prisons Project (SPP) is a collaborative effort between Evergreen State College and Washington State’s Department of Corrections. Since 2008, the SPP has established a myriad of programs to educate and inspire inmates and make our prison operations more sustainable. This includes rainwater catchment systems, organic gardens, composting, bee keeping, nurseries, rearing of endangered frogs and sustainability lectures. While one goal of these programs is certainly to reduce the environmental footprint of our correctional facilities, it also seeks to engage the inmates in sustainable operations, providing them with more diverse job opportunities and spaces where they can take on responsibility and succeed. 

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For my internship, I am working with two crews of inmates at Cedar Creek Corrections Center (CCCC) to coordinate and manage their organic gardening program. CCCC is a fairly small (~480 inmates), minimum-security prison outside of Olympia. SPP has been working with this prison the longest, and so their programs at CCCC are well established. My goal is to help make their organics gardens more productive and in sync with the needs of their kitchen. To that end, I am providing recommendations for organic soil amendments to increase the productivity of their many garden plots. I am also working with the inmates to develop a comprehensive planting schedule, which, by including principles of crop rotation and succession planting, should increase their yields throughout the growing season in a series of manageable harvests. I am going to stay on as a volunteer for the rest of the growing season to help with planting and harvesting each week. 

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My experiences volunteering at CCCC have been very positive. The staff is incredibly supportive of the gardening programs, and I am working with two great crews of inmates. Though I enjoy my time spent there each week, it can still be a little awkward at times to be working in a prison. Before January, I had never actually seen a prison, let alone set foot inside one. For the safety of both the inmates and myself, there are certain rules about how we can interact with each other (i.e. we all must refer to each other by our last names) and policies that dictate what we are able to get done each day (i.e. forms need to be filed to use a ladder to fix the greenhouse). But I think this awkwardness is an important part of understanding the application of social farming in a prison setting. It is one thing to write about the benefits of social farming for inmates, it is another to work with inmates each week in a garden. And recently, I have been so wrapped up in measuring garden plots, asking questions about planting history, discussing what seeds to order and familiarizing myself with the gardens that I haven’t had much time while I’m there to dwell on the fact that I’m in a prison, working with inmates. They don’t do much to remind me of that either. 

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Photos: (1) A classmate, our host farmer Beppe, and me in Umbria, Italy.  (2) An inmate’s sweater hanging in the greenhouse at CCCC. (3) The aquaponic gardening system at the greenhouse in CCCC. (4) A member of an agricultural cooperative in Rome, Italy showing us their composting system.