Bat Conservation International (BCI) is excited to announce two opportunities to join our team. We are hiring two Research Scientists: (1) to conduct data analysis in the wind energy program (https://1.adp.com/zEUgj5Foo8M
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
[NEBWG Listserv] BCI is hiring
Saw-whet Owl banding internship
Northern Saw-whet Owl Banding Internship
Maryland Bird Conservation Partnership of the Maryland Bird Conservation Partnership, a 501-C3 nonprofit dedicated to protecting vulnerable bird species and their habitats
Project Description: The internship involves assistance in the operation of the Lambs Knoll Northern Saw-whet Owl Banding Station located on the top of South Mountain in Middletown, Frederick County Md. It is a Maryland Department of Natural Resources owned site. The DNR has provided the banding shed where banding activities take place. The site is off limits to the public and access is controlled by a locked gate.
The banding station is part of a continent-wide monitoring program called Project Owlnet which began in the early 1990’s and is the brainchild of Dave Brinker a wildlife ecologist with Maryland DNR and caretaker of the Lambs Knoll banding station. Project Owlnet has established protocols for the collection of information on the annual migration of Northern Saw-whet Owls. Most of the banding stations in North America follow these guidelines. Information like age structure, population fluctuations and timing of migration have been discovered through these efforts. Long-term monitoring shows trends that may be linked to environmental factors like climate change. Already we have learned that the migration peak has shifted almost an entire week later than it was 40 years ago. New technologies will help us uncover the mysteries of this tiny owl’s migration such as corridors, speed of travel and altitude. Additionally, we hope to identify habitat use during migration which could have significant conservation implications.
The Lambs Knoll banding station is the 3rd station established in Maryland in the late 1990’s and operates from dusk till dawn every night, unless it is raining or very windy. Our goal is to identify important trends in the owl’s migration ecology like peak seasonal movements, times of night and weather influences.
Interns will learn proper net handling techniques, and participate in set up and closure. Owls are lured into mist nets using a game caller which plays the male advertisement call repeatedly at high volume for the entire night. Licensed banders and interns check nets every half hour to hour.
Interns will learn proper bird handling methods and techniques to extract captured owls from the nets. Once secured in transport bags, the owls are taken to the banding station. Interns will gain knowledge and hands-on experience on how to band, weigh, and assess the owl’s health. They will become proficient in the collection of a series of morphometric measurements like wing, tail, foot and beak length, Once completed, the interns will release the owls. Additionally, the intern will collect and record weather conditions at each net check and be responsible for inputting data into various repositories. Interns will gain an understanding of basic ecology of the Northern Saw-whet Owl and how migration monitoring can influence conservation recommendations. Interns will be always accompanied by at least one licensed bander.
Expectations and Action Items: Interns will be required to attend an initial station set up in early October to install nets and clean and prepare the banding station at Lambs Knoll. They will be scheduled for a minimum of one night per week depending upon university hour requirements. On dates they are scheduled, interns will be expected to be present from sunset until sunrise to assist with the banding operations. The station will operate from the middle of October until the end of November. Exact dates are determined by the migration status of banding stations to the north.
Interns will be expected to assist with the following tasks: Net set up and closure, operation of the audio lure, extraction of owls from nets, banding, weighing, health assessment, the collection of morphometric measurements, weather
conditions, and the recordation of all data. Interns will need to become familiar with the techniques and protocols outlined by Project Owlnet on their website www.projectowlnet.org. Interns will undergo onsite trainings on handling techniques and data recordation.
Interns will be required to enter data into established report forms for the Bird Banding Laboratory, Epicollect and NatureCounts.
conditions, and the recordation of all data. Interns will need to become familiar with the techniques and protocols outlined by Project Owlnet on their website www.projectowlnet.org. Interns will undergo onsite trainings on handling techniques and data recordation.
Interns will be required to enter data into established report forms for the Bird Banding Laboratory, Epicollect and NatureCounts.
Applicants should send a letter of intent to Andrew Brown at 3.andrew.brown@gmail.com. Intent letters may be received between 1 May and 15 September. Experience handling birds is desirable but not a requirement.
Andrew Brown, Farmland Raptor Program Manager
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
[AGNR-UNDERGRADSTUDENTS] AGNR Summer Announcements - 8/4/2026 ☀️ 🐢
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IN-PLACE Science Communication & Community Engagement Intern (apply by 8/17)
IN-PLACE Science Communication & Community Engagement Intern
About IN-PLACE
The Interdisciplinary Network for Place-based Learning, Action, and Community- Engaged EnviroMental Health (IN-PLACE) is a University of Maryland interdisciplinary initiative advancing research, education, and community partnerships focused on the relationships between people, environment, and health. Through collaborations across the University of Maryland and communities throughout Maryland, IN-PLACE promotes equitable access to nature, develops and evaluates nature-based health interventions, and translates research into education, workforce development, and community programming.
Position Summary
The IN-PLACE Science Communication & Community Engagement Intern will help build the public presence of one of the University of Maryland's newest interdisciplinary initiatives. Working alongside the Operations Director and collaborating with faculty, researchers, students, and community partners, the intern will create engaging digital content, tell the stories of IN-PLACE research and partnerships, promote events and opportunities, and help strengthen communication across the initiative's four interdisciplinary cores. This internship offers hands-on experience in science communication, environmental storytelling, digital marketing, community engagement, and interdisciplinary collaboratio n while allowing students to develop a professional portfolio of communication products.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities may include:
● Develop and manage content for IN-PLACE social media platforms (Instagram, LinkedIn, and other platforms as appropriate).
● Create graphics, short videos, photography, and other visual media highlighting research, student experiences, community partnerships, and events.
● Produce interviews, student spotlights, faculty profiles, and research stories for digital platforms.
● Assist with planning, writing, and publishing the IN-PLACE newsletter.
● Update and maintain the IN-PLACE website with news, events, resources, and opportunities.
● Write website articles, research and policy briefs, event summaries, and other communication materials for both academic and public audiences.
● Support promotion of seminars, workshops, conferences, community events, and student opportunities.
● Coordinate communication efforts across IN-PLACE's Research, Community Engagement, Campus Well-being, and Experiential Learning Cores.
● Identify communication trends and develop creative strategies to expand IN-PLACEs visibility across campus and throughout Maryland.
● Assist with outreach activities and represent IN-PLACE at campus events as opportunities arise.
● Contribute ideas for new communication initiatives and special projects that advance the mission of IN-PLACE.
QualificationsMinimum Qualifications
● Undergraduate student eligible for internship credit.
● Minimum GPA of 3.0.
● Strong written and verbal communication skills.
● Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
● Ability to work independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.
● Interest in environmental sustainability, public health, science communication, community engagement, and/or interdisciplinary research.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with one or more of the following is preferred but not required:
● Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar graphic design software
● Photography or videography
● Social media content creation and management
● Writing for websites, newsletters, blogs, or social media
● Basic data visualization or infographic design
Hours
Approximately 9-10 hours per week during the regular semester or 20 hours a week during the summer semester (flexible scheduling).
Compensation
This position is intended to fulfill internship credit requirements.
Learning Outcomes
Through this internship, students will gain experience in:
● Science communication and public engagement
● Environmental and health communication
● Digital marketing and social media strategy
● Website management and newsletter production
● Graphic design and multimedia storytelling
● Professional writing for diverse audiences
● Community engagement and partnership development
● Working within an interdisciplinary research initiative
Application Materials
Please submit:
● Cover Letter
● Resume
● Unofficial Transcript
● One writing sample or a portfolio of communication, design, photography, video, or social media work (if available)
Email application materials to: inplace-apply@umd.edu
Deadline to apply by EOB, Monday, August 17th.Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Thursday, July 30, 2026
[UMDParents] Fwd: Division of Administration - Student Job Opening for Fall & Spring 2026-2027
On-campus work opportunity for undergraduates from the Office of the Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer, in the Division of Administration. The application deadline is August 7, 2026.
We have a student job opening in our office for the upcoming school year and were hoping you could distribute the attached job description to any available listservs for undergraduate students. If you're able to do this, the information below can be included. If there is another person that should be contacted about opportunities like these in the future, please let me know. Thank you so much!
SUBJECT: Division of Administration - Student Job Opening for Fall & Spring 2026-2027
TEXT: The Office of the Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer seeks a reliable, energetic, highly motivated, detail-oriented undergraduate student to assist with administrative tasks and other projects as assigned. Must be available to work 10-14 hours/week in our on-campus office during the fall and spring semester. Our office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., and we follow all university staff closures. This is a paid position for undergraduate students only.
More information and how to apply can be found in the attached PDF here.
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Student fellowship
More job postings below
Note 3 of these positions are with ERM, the consulting firm where Jennifer Gunnulfsen (jgunnulf@umd.edu) used to work for so she will gladly answer any questions from anyone who is interested!
NRAC Director Search - Reminder Email
Dear Colleagues,
As some of you may know, the Northeastern Regional Aquaculture Center (NRAC), housed in AGNR at UMD, is one of five USDA-funded Regional Aquaculture Centers. In partnership with producers and service industries, NRAC’s mission is to advance aquaculture through research, development, demonstration, and extension education, to support a viable and profitable aquaculture industry across the Northeast.
We are currently seeking a new Director for the Center. We are looking for a visionary leader with the ability to foster the Center’s continued growth, strengthen collaborative partnerships, and elevate its visibility. This opportunity is open only to current AGNR faculty members (both TTK and PTK).
The full position description and application instructions are available here: https://www.myworkday.
If you are interested in being considered, please submit your application by July 31, which is the best consideration date for this position.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to me.
Best regards,
Puneet
Acorn Environmental: Entry- to Mid-Level Environmental Analyst
Recent grads!
"This position provides an opportunity to develop expertise in a specialized consulting practice supporting Native American Tribes with environmental planning and compliance for fee-to-trust, land management, natural resources, and development projects."
Thursday, July 16, 2026
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