Dr. Mitch Pavao-Zuckerman is looking to hire a part-time (15-30 hours/week) Undergraduate Student Research Assistant or two for Summer 2025 to focus on the ecosystem services of green infrastructure and urban forests.
The undergraduate assistant will work with graduate students and the PI in conducting field sampling and lab analysis of plant and soil samples taken from local stormwater green infrastructure and urban forest settings. They will learn protocols to determine physical, nutrient, and biological properties and processes that support ecosystem services. The assistant will also work with a suite of automated apparatus for measuring soil hydrologic properties and contribute to the development of laboratory workflows and protocols. The position would include a mix of field sampling and lab analysis and data entry. Previous experience in lab-based soil and ecosystem analyses is a plus but not necessary. The student must show a demonstrated work ethic, attention to detail, a willingness to learn, and stick to a regular work schedule for field sampling.
Pay rate will start at $15/hour with a need for 15-30 hours availability per week – funding is available for this summer, with potential for extension into the fall. Opportunities include learning research protocols and professional development with mentoring from graduate students, post-docs, and Dr. Pavao-Zuckerman.
Applications should be emailed to Dr. Mitch Pavao-Zuckerman mpzucker@umd.edu. The applications should include an updated resume, a brief cover letter that explains your relevant experience and interest for that position and a schedule detailing the general proposed blocks of time (Monday – Friday from 8am to 6pm) that you would be able to work during the summer.
Thursday, May 15, 2025
Hiring Undergraduate Research Assistants in Urban Ecosystem Ecology
Outdoor Education Position
Position Summary:
We are seeking experienced teachers for our 2025 Takoma Park, Inc. Lunch & Learn Camp. The Lunch and Learn camp will operate 9:00 pm - 5:00 pm, five days a week, Monday – Friday for six weeks from June 30 to August 8th. The contract is paid in two installments. One at the start of the camp and one at the end of the camp. The Educator is required to attend one day of orientation/training prior to the start of camp.
As an Outdoor Educator focused on Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), you'll design and facilitate outdoor programs that promote social-emotional development and environmental awareness, using nature as a tool to foster key SEL competencies like self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making.
Organization Summary:Takoma Park Lunch and Learn, Inc. is a community-based nonprofit serving the Takoma Park community. Its mission is to provide people with the knowledge and ability to create healthy, thriving communities, especially in the neighborhoods that bear the greatest burden of socio-economic inequity. We act as a facilitator and a catalyst in generating community driven activities to fulfill community defined goals for health, housing, community development, and youth development.
Duties and Responsibilities:- Develop and implement age-appropriate outdoor education programs that align with SEL competencies (self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making).
- Create a safe and supportive learning environment that promotes positive interactions and collaboration taking into account the diverse needs of students.
- Lead outdoor activities with a focus on student safety and engagement, providing clear instructions and modeling positive behaviors.
- Facilitate discussions on SEL topics, encouraging self-awareness and empathy, while offering feedback.
- Collaborate with teachers to support students' development.
- Work with high school volunteers to enhance their leadership skills and foster positive interactions among students of various ages and backgrounds in the outdoor setting.
- Spend significant time outdoors. Pivot to provide in classroom instruction when weather does not permit being outdoors.
- Sign and abide by Engagement Contract and Code & Conduct
- Bachelor's degree in education, environmental science, or equivalent.
- Experience in outdoor education and/or social-emotional learning.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and facilitation skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- First aid and CPR certification required.
- Passion for nature and a commitment to promoting social-emotional development in young people.
- Familiarity with SEL frameworks and best practices.
- Experience with nature-based activities that promote SEL.
Compensation
Stipend of $4,500 will be provided.
Application Process
All candidates will be subject to a background check.
To apply, please complete the form online at https://forms.gle/DnZ95v44goftiiV6A. If you have additional questions,
contact the Assistant Director at 301-588-4834.
Students are you interested in a Summer fellowship?
BGS forest fellow
The position runs from ~June 2-August 26, and pays $7000 total for this work period.
The primary role of this position will be in furthering our understanding of forest
health in Baltimore Forest patches individually, and as a collective. You will collect data as it relates to forest health from the canopy to the soil, and you will be
working with a team of 3 other forest fellows. You will also support other science projects and occasionally community work as needed.
Field work will primarily consist of performing vegetation and soil surveys across multiple forest sites around Baltimore, and involves early morning, hot days, rough terrain and other potential hardships. We are looking for candidates with a base knowledge of Maryland plants, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude. As needed you will support in measuring candidate trees for dendroband placement, installing dendrobands, recording tree growth measurements, and managing trail cameras in the field. You will be supporting the organization of this data as needed as well.
There will be an office component as well which involves some basic GIS work (of which you will be trained on), data entry and organization, and standardized report creation.
The main qualifications are plant ID skills (at least the basics), familiarity with working with spreadsheets, and capability to work in sometimes difficult field conditions in forest patches in Baltimore. Access to a car is a big bonus, but is not strictly necessary.
Zoo Internship Fall 2025
National Zoological Park- Lion Tiger Department Internship
Contact: Kathryn Juliano, julianok@si.edu
Number of Positions: 1 unpaid internship
Length of Internship: 15 weeks, 240 hours total, during the fall semester (start and end dates flexible)
Intern Schedule: 2 set days per week, 8 hours per day, between 7 am and 3 pm
Internship Description: The selected student will work under a keeper in the Lion Tiger unit of the
Smithsonian National Zoo in Washington, DC. The intern will learn husbandry and management
techniques for a wide variety of animals including lions, tigers, Andean bears, bobcats, prairie dogs,
porcupines, maras, bat eared foxes, lynx, Pallas’s cats, and additional animals as needed. The intern will
learn husbandry skills, including diet preparation, enclosure cleaning and maintenance, enrichment
preparation, and behavioral observations. The intern will also gain public speaking skills by interpreting
animal behaviors to visitors. By the end of the semester, the intern will complete a poster or a
presentation with a focus on an animal husbandry procedure.
The intern will not have any direct contact with collection animals. The selected intern must be able to
work in all types of weather, lift 50 pounds, follow all safety protocols, complete health screenings, and
complete a background check.
Target Audience: This internship is designed to provide interns to explore careers in the zoo husbandry
field. The internship is an entry-level program, and as such applicants with prior zoo experience may not
find it very beneficial. Applicants interested in other aspects of the zoo field, including laboratory
research or veterinary medicine, may not find this internship applicable. Students, recent graduates, or
individuals in the workforce with little to no experience in a zoo setting are encouraged to apply.
Current students will receive support to earn college credit for their time spent in the program.
The Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute is committed to an environment that
is inclusive and welcoming. Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) and others who identify as
nonwhite, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and those with lived
experience with racism and/or misogynoir are encouraged to apply. We celebrate the diverse qualities,
perspectives, values, and experiences of all people.
To Apply: Send a resume, cover letter, unofficial transcript (if applicable), and a schedule of availability for the fall semester to julianok@si.edu by June 2. Please highlight why you are interested in this specific internship in your cover letter and how it will affect your career. Selected applicants will be contacted for interviews no later than June 13.
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Call for Interns: Environmental Science
INTERN CALL FOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE INTERNSHIP
Are you passionate about environmental science, data science, management, environmental justice, social science, or policy? We are seeking enthusiastic undergraduates to join our team and contribute to impactful environmental projects, including the Chesapeake Bay Report Card, COAST Card, and fisheries/invasive species initiatives.
We welcome all skillsets and backgrounds. While proficiency in coding, communications, data analysis, and management is preferred, we encourage anyone interested in growing their resume and making a difference to apply.
If you are interested, please send your resume as a PDF to Veronica Lucchese (vlucchese@umces) by May 28th.
Interns will be offered free edX courses and professional certificates, and LinkedIn badges. Looking to fill positions ASAP. Interns can be expected to work until the 2nd week of August 2025, with options of extension upon request.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Fall 2025 NASA DEVELOP Internship
NASA DEVELOP projects focus on helping local, state, and national communities address their environmental concerns while utilizing NASA's Earth observing fleet of satellites. For the Fall 2025 term, NASA DEVELOP will operate at ten locations across the country at NASA centers and other regional locations. This is a great opportunity for participants who are interested in the practical applications of remote sensing and GIS, specifically in the field of Earth science. Participants will work with NASA scientists, partner organizations, and science advisors to learn how to use NASA Earth science data for water resources, disaster management, ecological conservation, agriculture, and other applications to address environmental community concerns.
At our Goddard Space Flight Center node in Greenbelt, Maryland, we are offering one project for the Fall 2025 term: Maryland Agriculture: Quantifying Land Conversion and Economic Impacts of Solar Farms on Agricultural Land in Maryland. This in-person project team will work with NASA Acres and the Maryland Department of Agricultural to investigate how NASA Earth Observations can be used to quantify the amount of agricultural land that has been converted to solar farms, and the economic impact of these conversions.
Participant responsibilities will include literature review, data processing and analysis, and producing deliverables, such as a technical report, presentation, and poster. Previous GIS or remote sensing knowledge, while beneficial, is not required for acceptance. This is a multi-disciplinary opportunity for all those interested in Earth science, and we encourage those in the social sciences, general science, engineering, computer science, etc. to apply.
Applicants must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and be able to work in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment. Days of the week are flexible, but applicants should be able to commit to 20 – 29 hours per week during the term. The position is paid on an hourly basis that is determined by education level and working location.
We are hosting informational webinars on May 21st at 1PM ET and June 6th at 4PM ET for potential applicants to learn more about how they can participate in the program. Please see the attached information session flyer for details on joining these events.
Details about this opportunity, the full list of proposed projects, and application instructions can be found online at https://appliedsciences.nasa.gov/nasadevelop. The Fall 2025 application window will be open online from May 5th – June 13th, with the term taking place from September 15th – November 21st. Please note some DEVELOP locations will allow for in-person opportunities while others will be completely virtual. For virtual locations, all accepted participants must work remotely from within the United States. Details on location status are posted on our website. Non-US citizens are welcome to apply to all virtual projects and in-person projects at certain locations.
Tuesday, May 13, 2025
ENST Built and Urban Ecosystem Ecology Lab - hiring research assistants
Hiring a part-time (15-30 hours/week) Undergraduate Student Research Assistant or two for Summer 2025 to focus on the ecosystem services of green infrastructure and urban forests.
The undergraduate assistant will work with graduate students and the PI in conducting field sampling and lab analysis of plant and soil samples taken from local stormwater green infrastructure and urban forest settings. They will learn protocols to determine physical, nutrient, and biological properties and processes that support ecosystem services. The assistant will also work with a suite of automated apparatus for measuring soil hydrologic properties and contribute to the development of laboratory workflows and protocols. The position would include a mix of field sampling and lab analysis and data entry. Previous experience in lab-based soil and ecosystem analyses is a plus but not necessary. The student must show a demonstrated work ethic, attention to detail, a willingness to learn, and stick to a regular work schedule for field sampling.
Pay rate will start at $15/hour with a need for 15-30 hours availability per week – funding is available for this summer, with potential for extension into the fall. Opportunities include learning research protocols and professional development with mentoring from graduate students, post-docs, and Dr. Pavao-Zuckerman.
Applications should be emailed to Dr. Mitch Pavao-Zuckerman mpzucker@umd.
Friday, May 9, 2025
The Dean's Student Advisory Council for AGNR is holding a food drive
Hey AGNR Students!
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
Green Corps Environmental Fellowship Hiring for August 2025
Green Corps Organizer Program - The Field School for Environmental Organizing
Green Corps is looking for college graduates who are ready to take on the biggest environmental challenges of our day.
Learn more and apply on our website!
The planet needs all the help it can get. To win now and build a strong foundation for lasting progress, we need people who know how to organize: to run organizations and campaigns that will inspire the support and action we need to save our environment. Our program starts with intensive classroom training. You learn about issues and campaigns, organizing theory and principles, and skills from recruiting volunteers to staging a media event. Then, you move to a more hands-on experience. You make a difference on important campaigns to transition our country to clean energy, protect wildlife, and more. For example, Lauren Karpinski, an organizer from the Green Corps Class of 2019, brought together a coalition of 40 groups that helped win a landmark solar energy bill in Arkansas.
We’re accepting the top 20 candidates for our 2025-2026 program. Graduates will join our more than 400 alumni who are leading environmental campaigns and organizations across the country. If you’re passionate about the environment and ready to learn and practice the craft of organizing after graduation, apply today!
Not a graduating senior? Add your name to our list to receive updates about Green Corps including summer internships and jobs in the environmental and broader social change field!
Green Corps’ year-long program begins in August 2025 with introductory classroom training, and continues with field placements in multiple locations across the U.S. (Green Corps also offers a short-term program beginning in January 2025.) Candidates must be willing to relocate. Please contact Renee Wellman at renee@greencorps.org with additional questions.
Green Corps is part of The Public Interest Network, which operates and supports organizations committed to a shared vision of a better world and a strategic approach to social change. Visit publicinterestnetwork.
org to learn more. Green Corps is an equal opportunity employer. The target annual compensation for this position is $38,000 (but compensation may range between $38,000 and $43,347 depending on location). Green Corps' benefits package includes medical insurance for employees and dependents, needs-based student loan assistance, commuter benefit program, sick pay (60-80 hours/year depending on location), and 80 hours (2 weeks) of accrued vacation. We also offer short-term positions, an excellent training program, and opportunities for advancement.
Thursday, May 1, 2025
TWS Policy and Communications Intern Opportunity
The Wildlife Society has an opening for a paid wildlife policy and communications intern position for an individual with an interest in conservation policy issues and communications. This will be a five-month appointment from June through October 2025.
DUTIES: The intern will be an integral part of TWS’ Government Affairs and Communications programs. These programs work to ensure that 1) TWS’ members are informed of the latest wildlife science, news and policy issues, 2) policies empower, enable and assist wildlife professionals in their work of wildlife conservation and management.
The intern will be responsible for:
- Researching, tracking and communicating relevant wildlife conservation, management, science and policy issues through web articles, social media content, etc.
- Preparing background information for use in testimony, letters and comments
- Creating informative resources (e.g. policy briefs, fact sheets, infographics) for use by TWS members
- Writing articles for the TWS website and TWS’ magazine, The Wildlife Professional, that focus on connections between wildlife science and policy, and the impacts of policies on wildlife and wildlife professionals
POSITION: This internship is a full time, six month, paid position, carrying a stipend of $2,000 per month. The internship will be fully remote. The intern is responsible for their own housing and insurance.
QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants should have a strong interest in conservation policy and journalism. Preference will be given to applicants who have completed a degree in wildlife management, wildlife biology, or related natural resource, policy or communications degrees. Applicants should have excellent writing and communication skills, the ability to work independently for long periods, and show initiative in taking on new tasks. Membership and/or previous involvement with The Wildlife Society is beneficial, but not required.
COLLEGE CREDIT: This internship is an excellent educational opportunity to learn about wildlife and natural resource policy, science and policy communications, and the management and engagement of nonprofit organizations. The Wildlife Society will cooperate with universities and colleges that offer credit for internship programs; however, students must make all arrangements for receiving academic credit with their institution.
TO APPLY: Submit a cover letter, resume, contact information (email/phone/address/title) for two references, a college transcript (unofficial or official), and a writing sample of <500 words that provides coverage of a wildlife policy issue of interest to you. If possible, please submit all documents as one PDF. Finalists will be interviewed via video conferencing.
Applications must be submitted by May 14, 2025. Send completed applications via email (hard copies not accepted) to: Policy@wildlife.org