Sky Root Farm seeking paid interns

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Environmental Studies’ instructor Dr. Beth Wheat is seeking paid interns for her farm this summer. Environmental Studies students are highly encouraged to apply for this hands-on, paid opportunity!

SkyRoot Farm Summer Internship

SkyRoot Farm has been approved by the State of Washington to host (2) official farm interns on our farm this summer! SkyRoot is an integrated vegetable farm located on Whidbey Island in the Puget Sound. The 20-acre farm is an active site of restoration agriculture –a form of agriculture that works to restore both ecological function as well as food production to a farm system.  

DSC_0350SkyRoot intensively farms 3 acres of vegetables and raises pigs, chickens, goats and loads of micro-livestock (worms). Interns will work and learn alongside the farmers. The expected duration of the internship is 4 months. The stipend is $500/month, room and board are provided. Interns will be housed on the farm. 

Work will include seeding, transplanting, weeding, hoeing, animal care and feeding, and harvesting. Interns will gain experience working markets, learning how the farm system works and in understanding the basics of farm operation.     

To apply please send your resume and a letter describing relevant experiences and your vision/hopes for a farm internship to Beth Wheat at: wheat@skyrootfarm.com.

Priority will be given to applications received by March 29.    

Equity and the Environment: Mobilize Green Conference and Diversity Career Fair

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The 2016 MobilizeGreen Annual Conference and Diversity Career Fair is on April 7-8, at the University of Washington!

Equity and the Environment: Mobilizing the Next Generation of Diverse Leaders

In partnership with the UW Collmobilizegreenege of the Environment and UW Office of Minority Affairs & Diversity and City of Seattle, the goal of this joint event is “to inspire, engage, and mobilize the next generation of diverse green leaders to help communities solve equity and environmental challenges.”

Students: this is an incredible opportunity for growth, impact and launching your future career! Do not miss out!

Millennials will dominate the workforce by 2020. More of these millennials than ever before will be people of color, many of whom strongly support the environmental movement and seek green career opportunities.

REGISTER NOW

 

MobilizeGreen’s mission is to jumpstart green careers for diverse students who want to change the world.

Why attend:

  • Get access to high-impact networking opportunities
  • Learn and grow via workshops and thoughtful panel discussions
  • Find paid internship and career opportunities
  • Develop skills and knowledge to grow your green career

Confirmed speakers include Seattle Mayor Ed Murray and Deputy Chief for National Forest System, Leslie Weldon.

REGISTER NOW. For more information visit MobilizeGreen’s website, or email conference@mobilizegreen.org.

 

Carlson Center Paid Non-Profit Internships

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Interested in doing meaningful work in your community, gaining professional experience and getting paid for it?

Apply by February 8 for Spring and Summer quarter internships with the Carlson Leadership & Public Service Center.

Details from the Carlson Center:

The Carlson Leadership & Public Service Center is pleased to announce that we are launching a set of pilot internships that will provide 30 undergraduate students with the opportunity to engage in paid community based internship experiences with non-profit organizations along the Link Light Rail during both spring and summer quarters.

The Undergraduate Community-Based Internship (UCBI) pilot provides opportunities for undergraduates to grow professionally and personally, examine issues of social justice, gain an understanding of the diverse communities in Seattle and explore career paths in the non-profit sector.

Carlson internshipApply via the Carlson Center’s website at www.washington.edu/carlson.

Information sessions will be held in Mary Gates Hall 171 on:
 Tuesday, January 26 from 5:30 pm-6:30 pm
Monday, February 1 from 2:00 pm-3:00 pm

Information sessions are delivered in collaboration with the Career Center, and will include tips for the application and interview process.

Questions? Email serve@uw.edu or give our team of Graduate Student Interns (Marsha, Huan, Stephanie, Meaghan, and Jamie) a call at (206) 543-5514

Nature Consortium seeks Urban Forest Restoration Intern

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Calling all students and individuals interested in ecology, restoration, forestry, and environmental studies!

Nature Consortium is seeking three interns for our Urban Forest Restoration Program this winter. Interns will commit 10-20 hours per week coordinating and leading volunteers in forest restoration projects in green spaces around West Seattle. This is a great opportunity for anyone who is interested in learning about ecology, restoration, or working with an environmentally-focused nonprofit. See internship description below and send any questions to Merica Whitehall at merica@naturec.org. Completed applications should be sent to info@naturec.org.

POSITION: Urban Forest Restoration Program Intern

Nature Consortium, a registered 501c(3) Seattle-based not for profit organization, is seeking three interns to work within our Urban Forest Restoration Program. Interns will commit 10-20 hours per week coordinating and leading volunteers in forest restoration projects in green spaces around West Seattle. This is a great opportunity for anyone who is interested in learning about ecology, restoration, or working with an environmentally-focused nonprofit.

Nature Consortium’s mission is to connect people, arts and nature. Our programs include an Urban Forest Restoration Program, an EcoArts Program and a bi-annual Arts in Nature Festival. The Urban Forest Restoration Program interns support the work of the Nature Consortium Forest Restoration Team to advance the restoration of the West Duwamish Greenbelt by conducting and leading volunteer-based forest restoration efforts. This position reports to the Restoration Program Manager.

Schedule:

The internship will run from January to late-May/early-June 2016 (start and end date are negotiable). We will be hiring three interns. The ideal candidate will be available on either Tuesday or Saturday from 9:00-4:00PM to assist with or lead weekly forest restoration volunteer events, and an additional week day to manage office-related tasks. The additional work day scheduling to support program operations is flexible and can be determined once a candidate is selected. Nature Consortium will hire interns to regularly lead Tuesday and Saturday work parties.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Supervise, motivate, educate, train and inspire volunteers to efficiently complete forest stewardship activities (invasive removal, native planting, and mulching) during habitat restoration work parties.
  • Manage volunteer and program data (Salesforce and Microsoft excel data entry).
  • Assist with the maintenance of restoration equipment and supplies (tools, vehicles, gloves, etc.)
  • Promote individual volunteer development and retention, and ensure a healthy working and learning environment.
  • Complete special project as assigned if desired (possibilities include: taking on leadership role during large special events or conducting research and program outreach).

Benefits of the Internship:

  • Develop and practice communication, leadership, group management and volunteer management skills.
  • Develop and practice hands-on forest restoration and stewardship skills.
  • Learn about Pacific Northwest ecology.
  • Gain experience using Client Relationship Management (CRM) software, Salesforce, and CEDAR data management systems.
  • Gain exposure to and understanding of nonprofit operations.

Qualifications:

  • Ability to work with a wide range of volunteers, community groups, partners and staff.
  • Basic knowledge of Pacific Northwest ecology and/or willingness to learn.
  • Excellent organizational skills.
  • Excellent communication skills-must feel comfortable speaking in front of groups.
  • Physically able to work long days in adverse weather conditions.
  • Ability to lift 10-25 lbs. (tools, plants, trees, etc) and walk in uneven terrain.
  • Access to reliable private transportation.
  • Good driving record, current driver’s license and vehicle insurance.
  • Current First Aid and CPR certification or ability to obtain prior to start of internship.
  • Positive attitude, energetic personality and sense of humor.

Status: This will be an unpaid internship. No employee benefits or paid holidays/vacation provided.

Applications and inquiries: Cover letter and resumes should be emailed to info@naturec.org by January 4th. Please note that the selected candidate must submit to a background check.

Intern with SEE’s Native Plant Nursery this Winter – Apply by Dec. 11

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Native Plant Nursery Internships

Applications are due by Friday, December 11th.

The UW student chapter of the Society for Ecological Restoration’s (SER-UW) native plant nursery is located on campus at the Center for Urban Horticulture (CUH). It is a student run operation that provides plants to the on-campus restoration projects that SER-UW manages. This year, with the support of a Campus Sustainability Fund grant, the nursery is expanding by building a new hoop house, growing more plants from seed and cuttings, and increasing its opportunities for volunteer involvement.

Request for internship applicants

The native plant nursery is seeking two undergraduate student interns for Winter quarter. Interns are expected to devote an average of 9 hours a week to nursery projects. In conjunction with the co-managers, interns will develop learning objectives based on individual interests and strengths, to receive credit for ESRM 399 or their school’s equivalent. The interns’ time will be split between routine plant maintenance, plant propagation, nursery infrastructure projects, helping with weekly volunteer work parties, and individual projects. Each intern will have a different focus to help tackle the many and diverse needs of a native plant nursery. Possible internship roles include:

Building Projects Intern will help with the construction of the hoop house. The applicant should be comfortable with power tools (or willing to learn).

Communications Intern will help develop an advertising strategy to increase volunteer involvement, assist with SER-UW’s WordPress website design, advertise work parties, and maintain and increase the club’s social media presence.

Plant Order Coordinator will orchestrate the purchasing and pickup of plants by the restoration capstone course. He or she will also manage the inventory and help us determine what plants to grow for the restoration capstone course next year.

Work Party Coordinator will help plan weekly work parties that are focused on building the hoop house, plant salvages and plant propagation and maintenance work.

Both Interns are expected to:

● be willing to get dirty, get wet, and work in all weather conditions

● be on time and follow directions closely

● work well with fellow interns and co-managers, and be comfortable working independently

● problem solve and know when to ask for help

● work well with volunteers- be available for weekly volunteer work parties

● be able to lift 40 lbs and walk on uneven terrain

Interested?

To apply send a resume and a 300-500 word description of why you are interested. Please indicate which role(s) you would like to be considered for, what you want to learn, and how your previous work experience and/or coursework apply to this position. Contact the nursery co-managers, Anna Carragee and Kelly Broadlick, at sernursery@gmail.com with questions, for more information, or to submit your application.