Calling all policy people! If you’re looking for a way to gain valuable experience in the realm of environmental policy research and writing or want to experience the government sector, this is a great opportunity to check out.  

EarthLab summer internships are back! This unique program offers undergraduate students the opportunity to amplify impact on environmental issues and craft equitable solutions through interdisciplinary projects and community-engaged research. Internships are wide-ranging in topics and are open to any currently enrolled undergraduate student from any UW college, school, or campus as of Spring 2024. 

The College of the Environment’s annual Environmental Career Fair is coming up fast, and it’s back in-person this winter! See details below, and make sure to register on Handshake.
Please join us on Thursday, February 15, 2024, from 12:00-3:00PM PST for this year’s Environmental Career Fair, hosted in the HUB North Ballroom! 

For more information on the UW Farm Internships 2024, please visit: 
https://botanicgardens.uw.edu/center-for-urban-horticulture/gardens/uw-farm/volunteer/uw-farm-internships/ 

The William M. Lapenta NOAA Student Internship Program
In recognition of the many contributions of Dr. William (Bill) Lapenta to advance NOAA science and services and his dedication to training the next generation of scientists, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) established the William M. 

Washington Sea Grant has an outstanding opportunity for a Community Engagement Specialist with a focus on the West Coast of Washington State. Priority consideration will be given to applications received by July 14.  

Corina Yballa interned with Young Women Empowered for her Capstone, where she led a backpacking trip for young women of color to build connections with each other and with nature.

Double major Rachel Fricke is using iBobber, a sonar fish-finding tool to distinguish pathways for invasive aquatic species, including the areas where recreational fishing occurs.

This summer, Brooke Stroosma interned with Waste Management, the largest environmental solutions provider in North America. She learned all about effective waste disposal and conducted outreach to encourage citizens to organize their trash correctly.

Joy Shang is interning with the WA State Parks Foundation to examine possible disparities between Washington’s increasingly diverse population and park visitors. She's creating infographics to be shared with the public and policy makers in an effort to raise more funds for our state's beautiful parks.