Fall Intern Announcement Marine Mammal & Sea Turtle Stranding Response 25-005734-0016

 Maryland DNR is looking for a Marine Mammal & Sea Turtle Stranding Response Intern.

The main purpose of this position is to assist the Marine Mammal & Sea Turtle Stranding Response Program with the response to dead, stranded marine mammals and sea turtles in the state of Maryland, including securing and processing tissue samples, collecting morphometric data, documenting the results of field and laboratory examinations, and maintaining the cleanliness of vehicle, laboratory, and field equipment. Additional duties will include those associated with a Sea Turtle Angler Intercept Survey, such as administering surveys and collecting data from recreational anglers, requiring travel to various locations across Maryland’s Western Shore, Eastern Shore, and Atlantic Coast to assess the frequency of sea turtle interactions in recreational fishing industries.

The internship runs 10-12 weeks between November 2025 and January 2026. The specific start/end dates, hours, and schedule are flexible will be determined in collaboration between the intern and supervisor.

 

Career in GIS: Oct 1, Please Share

 

Careers in GIS

Wednesday, October 1, 2025

5:00-6:30 PM

University Career Center

Learn more and register here

Join us to hear perspectives and insights from UMD alumni in a variety of industries utilizing geographic information systems (GIS) in their work. We will have a moderated panel followed by an open Q&A session where you'll have the opportunity to ask the panelists your questions.  

Check out the event on Handshake for information on panelists!

Outreach: Education Abroad Sustainability Tech Elective, Spring Break 2026 Italy

 

Hello Terps, 

Hope you have a great start of the semester.

 

Following the high demand for these exciting and successful study abroad programs on Sustainability for satisfying one of your Upper Tech Elective, here is the opportunity to participate during the Spring Break 2026  in Italy. 

Don't miss this unique opportunity to earn 3 credits while traveling and studying abroad and the possibility to apply for scholarships early covering a good part of the program fee. The EA scholarships have ranged from $1500 - $3,500. Further details are provided below.

Attached are the page flyer and syllabus for the program and you can find more details  in the program website/link listed below as well.

With your application for this program Education Abroad provides scholarships covering a good part of the program fee to make study abroad possible. 

Here are some details: 

https://globalmaryland.umd.edu/offices/education-abroad/scholarships   

1. EA has $850,000 in scholarships, and past program awardees have received from $1500 - $3,500.

2. The college of engineering Global Leadership program provides scholarships based on need/merit between $750- $1,400. 

3. Pell Grant Recipient? Don’t Miss This!

If you receive a Pell Grant, you’re strongly encouraged to apply for the Gilman International Scholarship—this program qualifies!

• Award: Up to $5,000 for study abroad + $$ for critical languages/STEM
• Deadline: Friday, Oct 3, 2025 at 11:59 PM PT

4. Guaranteed $500 from Education Abroad…

If you apply for the Gilman and work with NSO, we’ll guarantee you at least $500—no matter the outcome. More information about the Gilman Guarantee here. 

If you...	You'll receive...
Don't get Gilman	$2,500 total ($500 from EA + $2,000 bonus)
Do get Gilman	Keep the $500 from EA, plus your Gilman award

 

 - ITALY - Spring Break 2026 study abroad program on Sustainability, Thermal Comfort & safety ENCE405 (ENCE489I) - 3 credits

https://myea.umd.edu/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.ViewProgramAngular&id=11717

SCAN ME: Program Details

 

In regards to program funding you can cover good part of the expenses from the Education Abroad, EA,  and College of Engineering study abroad scholarships (apply within the program application).

- Applications Deadline: September 30th 

- Study Abroad Scholarships deadline:  September 30th

https://globalmaryland.umd.edu/offices/education-abroad/scholarships       

The academics pertinent to the program as as follows:

 

3-credit Tech Elective for Sustainability Minor

double counts for Tech Elective in your major

triple count for “Internship-and-Practicum” elective 

Course counts for full time 12 credit Spring enrollment registration (saving on tuition when registering more than 12 credits in Spring 2026).

Applications are already on the way and expect these programs to be full as it was the case for the 2025 program.

I will be happy to answer any followup questions.

Have a wonderful Semester

To see the entire course description click here!!!

The Wellness Series starts this week!

 

Struggling with focus? Feeling stressed about school? Want to learn to improve your mental health and relationships? Check out the Wellness Series drop-in virtual skills sessions available Tuesdays-Thursdays at 4:00 PM all semester. Students can attend any or all sessions. No appointment necessary to join.

Sign Up

Explore ALL 16 topics available this semester at this link We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in our programs. To request disability accommodations, contact Allison Asarch at aasarch@umd.edu.  If you'd like to advertise the Wellness Series on campus, please find the marketing toolkit here.

Check out these topics coming up in the next few weeks:

Effective Communication Skills September 9 Communication is at the core of all of our relationships. Explore the different styles of communication, see which styles you use the most, and learn about best practices for communicating with people around you.

Navigating Change and Uncertainty September 10 Every day we face uncertainty, whether brought on by big life transitions or everyday experiences. Adjusting to life’s changes and unknowns can be a challenge. This session provides strategies to help you cope with uncertainty and adapt to new experiences.

Skills for Socializing September 11 We often meet new people, but it's not always easy to make new friends. This session will focus on the ins and outs of making friends, including tips for approaching new people and progressing from acquaintances to friends. We'll also address ways to manage social discomfort.

Taking Control of Your Thoughts September 16 We’ll help you control your thoughts so they are not controlling you. This session will provide concrete techniques for recognizing, understanding, and altering unhelpful patterns of thinking.

Time Management September 17 This session will help you prioritize your obligations and organize your schedule so that you can take care of responsibilities in a timely manner and make time for self-care too!

Successful Study Skills September 18 Not all study strategies are created equal! Learn about best practices for note-taking, paper-writing, studying, and more.

Mastering Mindfulness September 23 Practicing mindfulness can help you manage your emotions, accept your reality, and stay grounded. Learn techniques to build your mindfulness skills and practice with brief mindful meditations.

Surviving Difficult Emotions September 24 Sometimes our emotions are so intense, it feels like they will never end. This session provides strategies to help understand our emotions and to cope with the associated discomfort and distress.

Coping with Stress September 25 Stress is a normal part of life. It has a bad reputation but it’s not always a bad thing. Join us to learn about the different types of stress, common reactions to stress, and best practices for coping with various stressors.

[AGNR-UNDERGRADSTUDENTS] AGNR Weekly Announcements - 9/9/2025 🐢

 

From the Blog:

AGNR & Campus Involvement or Leadership: AGNR Welcome Back Bash "Endless Summer" - 9/22 RSVP to WBB if you have dietary restrictions Add your favorite songs to the WBB playlist AGNR Tailgate - October 4th!  Sustainability Fund Review Committee (SFRC) -- Recruiting Student Members Apply Now! ODK National Leadership Society

Academic and Personal Support: Time Management Accountability Group Wellness Series Fall 2025

Career Development: NOAA Career Day - 9/19 Careers in GIS - 10/1 Environmental & GIS Career Fair - 10/21 Career Chat - Agriculture Communications - 10/22

Scholarships & Fellowships: NOAA Hollings Scholarship for Environmental Science - RISING SOPHOMORES! NSF Graduate Research Fellowships - Start your Application! Truman Scholarships for Leadership/Public Service

Jobs & Internship Postings: Sustainability Internship Opportunity with Boeing On Campus internship - Dept of Geog Sciences, Campus Forest Carbon Project

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