Join Reflection Park from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, November 7th for their tree-planting day. Help them plant a dozen native evergreen trees in their southern forest conservation easement area.
Monday, October 26, 2026
Friday, October 16, 2026
2 week virtual U21 Sustainable Micro-internships
We are excited to announce that applications are open for the Universitas 21 (U21) Sustainable Micro-internships. Every year, we nominate students to this one-of-a-kind two-week global internship opportunity (Nov 2026- Feb 2027), which is free, online, and open to UMD students of all disciplines and levels.
View our webpage for more information and application details.
Apply by Sunday, October 18th, 2026.
There is a limited number of spaces open. We encourage you to submit your application today!
Features of the Program
Leading Change micro-credential
Collaboration with peers across the U21 global network
Access to an international organization committed to advancing the UN SDGs
A dedicated UMD coach to support your success in the program
Kick off and Wrap up event on campus with the 2025-2026 cohort
& so much more!
Contact info-gli@umd.edu with questions!
Thursday, October 15, 2026
Winter 2026 funding: Laura Bassi Scholarship
The Laura Bassi Scholarship was established in 2018 with the aim of providing editorial assistance to postgraduates and junior academics whose research focuses on neglected topics of study, broadly construed. The scholarships are open to every discipline and the next round of funding will be awarded in Winter 2026:
Winter 2026
Application deadline: 15 November 2026
Results: 4 December 2026
All currently enrolled master’s and doctoral candidates are eligible to apply, as are academics in the first five years of full-time employment. Applicants are required to submit a completed application form along with their CV through the application portal by the relevant deadline. Further details, including previous winners, and the application portal can be found at: https://editing.press/bassi
A pdf version of this announcement can be clicked on here!
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
BCI 2027 Student Research Scholarship Program
Bat Conservation International (BCI) is now accepting proposals for the 2027 Student Research Scholarship Program from October 1, 2026 - October 31, 2026. This annual scholarship grows the global capacity for bat research by providing financial support and professional development to M.Sc. and Ph.D. students to help further their educational and career goals. Awardees will also have the opportunity to network and be part of an ever-growing community of elite bat researchers from around the world.
You can view more information about the scholarship program on BCI's website. Interested applicants can directly apply using the online application form here: https://smr.to/p60965. If you have any questions, please feel free to email scholarship@batcon.org or join our free BCI Student Scholar Slack community.
New 2027 Summer Intern, Climate Center (Reston, VA; Arlington, VA; New York, NY) at ICF
ICF supports government and private-sector clients in their efforts to transition to a low-emission future and become more resilient to the impacts of climate change. We develop emissions inventories and carbon footprints, conduct greenhouse gas mitigation policy analyses, assess climate risk, create climate action and resilience plans, and more.
The Energy and Climate Planning line of business at ICF provides comprehensive consulting services and solutions to public, private, and international clients. Our work includes targeted climate action planning, climate risk assessments, decarbonization and clean energy strategies, advanced data analytics, and stakeholder engagement to help organizations navigate the transition to a low-carbon, resilient future. The ICF Climate Center is ICF’s thought leadership hub, offering compelling research and unique insights to help organizations establish clear, practical pathways forward by combining climate science, predictive analytics, and deep engagement.
Climate Center interns will gain experience across both groups by supporting our regular staff on client-focused projects and collaborating with their cohort to contribute to a shared ICF Climate Center Flagship Report. You will learn about the latest topics in climate change mitigation, climate risk assessment, and climate resilience, as well as cutting-edge solutions for implementing climate action. Additionally, you will gain valuable insights into the field of consulting, including working on small group projects to meet the needs of a client or the Climate Center.
This is a full-time, 10-week, entry level internship position that begins in June and ends in August 2027. The internship can be hybrid from Reston, VA, Arlington, VA, or New York, NY offices. At this time, we are unable to provide relocation nor housing assistance. Pay is expected to be $23 per hour.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate on projects related to energy and environmental markets, greenhouse gas inventories and mitigation analyses, climate change communication, including stakeholder engagement, climate change vulnerability assessments, adaptation and resiliency planning, and climate justice and social equity.
- Contribute to a Climate Center flagship report that drives attention and engagement toward the Climate Center.
- Perform quantitative problem-solving, data collection, and analysis.
- Review literature, conduct research, and synthesize findings into summaries and reports for both technical and general audiences.
- Translate technical climate science and risk management topics into terms that are meaningful to general audiences.
- Provide logistical and planning support for meetings, workshops, and webinars.
Basic Qualifications:
- At least 60 credit hours of college coursework completed by start date with a focus in Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, Climate & Meteorology, Economics, Environmental Science & Policy, Climate Science, Public Policy, Business Administration, Communications, or Hard Sciences (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, etc.) or any related discipline.
- U.S. Citizenship is required per Federal contracts.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ability to work in a collaborative manner.
- Excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Proficiency in a quantitative tool or software (e.g. Python, R, or GIS).
- Experience conducting scientific and/or policy research, performing literature reviews, and synthesizing findings into clear insights.
Hollings Scholarship for Environmental Studies - Rising Sophomores!
Attention rising SOPHOMORES (and interested new freshmen!) studying atmospheric and oceanic sciences, environmental engineering, environmental sciences or policy, or ANY major with a strong environmental focus!
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Hollings
To learn more, please click here to complete a brief questionnaire, or write to us at noaahollings@umd.edu
Eligibility requirements: applicants for Hollings Scholarships must be US Citizens; and must have GPA's of 3.0 or higher each semester and in their major.
Director, National Scholarships Office
New Energy Policy Research Intern at Cato Institute
Internship Application
Cato’s mission is to advance the principles of individual liberty, limited government, free markets, and peace. Central to this mission is intellectual integrity and independent thought—the core of Cato’s work.
As you prepare your application, we encourage you to express your authentic self. Share your unique perspective and original ideas, demonstrating your ability to think independently. We value creativity and personal effort and expect your application to reflect your genuine thoughts, not the output of AI tools.
At Cato, we hold our interns to the Standard of Excellence, which includes integrity, curiosity, effective communication, and a commitment to continuous learning. We expect responses demonstrating depth, authenticity, and alignment with these principles. This is an opportunity to showcase your intellectual integrity and ability to contribute meaningfully to Cato’s work.
Spring Semester: Late-January to Late-April
- The applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. ET on October 25, 2026.
- You will be notified if you advance as a finalist by November 13, 2026, and final decision by December 18, 2026.
For more information about this internship click here to see the official posting and how to apply.

