Category: Internships

NASA DEVELOP is a 10-week paid research opportunities with the NASA DEVELOP National Program, open to current students and recent college graduates as well as transitioning/early career professionals. Please pass this information, along with the attached flyer, to those who may be interested. 

NASA DEVELOP projects focus on helping local, national, and international communities address their environmental concerns while utilizing NASA’s Earth observing fleet of satellites. NASA DEVELOP operates at eleven locations across the country at NASA Centers and other regional locations. This is a great opportunity for participants who are interested in 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 about the use of NASA Earth science data for use in water resources, disaster management, ecological conservation, and other applications to address environmental community concerns. 

Responsibilities will include: literature review, data processing and analysis, and producing deliverables, such as a technical report, presentation, and video. 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. 

Details about this opportunity and how to apply can be found online at https://appliedsciences.nasa.gov/nasadevelop. The Summer 2025 position application window is open online until Feb 21, 2025, with the term starting June 2 to Aug 8, 2025. 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 will be posted on our website when the application opens.  

Oregon State University is hosting summer internships for undergraduate students interested in hands-on and interdisciplinary research on how the field of engineering can contribute to building resilient communities. The Engineering for Bouncing Back Better (EB3) program will award 10 fellowships of $7,000 per student + travel and subsistence support. During the 10-weekprogram, students will work with faculty mentors and graduate students on a specific project and develop research skills to increase graduate school opportunities.

Internship Dates June 16th-August 22, 2025

Engineering for Bouncing Back Better (EB3) 2025: Research Experience for Undergrads $7,000 fellowship Field trips for site-specific fieldwork Workshops for professional development Applications are open Application deadline: Feb. 24, 2024

For any questions please contact:

Dr. Tala Navab: tala.navab@oregonstate.edu

For more information, visit: https://engineering.oregonstate.edu/reu

If you are a student seeking an internship this coming summer, please consider applying with TRC. TRC is actively seeking an Environmental Intern with a background in Environmental Engineering or related field for our Greenville, SC office. TRC has a robust internship program and hopes to hire many talented students! Interns will work on billable projects with active clients and peers/leaders.

TRC is a leading global engineering consulting firm with more than 150 offices in the States, England, Puerto Rico and China nearly 8,000 employees. You can find more information at www.trccompanies.com. 

Here is the link to our application: 

Environmental Intern in Greenville, South Carolina | Careers at Greenville, SC

All Internship Openings across the U.S.:

TRC Companies Careers

Applications are now being accepted for the Summer REU Program in Marine Science at the University of Delaware, an NSF-Funded Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program. 

The program will take place from June 2 to August 8, 2025, at the University of Delaware’s Hugh R. Sharp campus in the beach community of Lewes, located on the shores of the Delaware Bay and Atlantic Ocean.  Interns will work with faculty in a research-intensive setting on a research topic in chemical, physical, or biological oceanography, marine biology, marine geology, biogeochemistry, or a related area. In addition to hands-on research experience, student support includes a $7,200 stipend, campus housing, and travel assistance. The deadline to apply is February 14, 2025

More information and the application can be found on our website. You may also be interested to read more about the program or see one of our field trips on the R/V Daiber on the Delaware Bay. 

For more information, please contact:

Joanna York 

Director, UD REU program in Marine Science 

jyork@udel.edu 302-831-7040 

Research Opportunities 10-week paid research opportunities with the NASA DEVELOP National Program, open to current students, recent college graduates, and transitioning/early career professionals. Please pass this information, along with the attached flyer, to those who may be interested.

NASA DEVELOP projects focus on helping local, national, and international communities address their environmental concerns by utilizing data collected by NASA’s Earth-observing fleet of satellites. For the fall 2024 term, NASA DEVELOP will operate at six locations across the country at NASA Centers and other regional locations. This is a great opportunity for participants who are interested in 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 about the use of NASA Earth science data for use in water resources, disaster management, ecological conservation, and other applications to address environmental community concerns.

Responsibilities for participants include literature review, data processing and analysis, and producing deliverables such as a technical report, presentation, and video. Although previous GIS or remote sensing knowledge is beneficial, no previous experience in Earth science research is required to apply to NASA DEVELOP. This is a multi-disciplinary opportunity for all those interested in Earth science, and applicants from a diversity of backgrounds are encouraged 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 determined by education level and working location.

 
Details about this opportunity and how to apply can be found online at https://appliedsciences.nasa.gov/what-we-do/capacity-building/develop. Applications for the fall 2024 term (September 16th – November 22nd) are due on June 14th, with recommendations due June 28th. A list of planned projects planned with their associated NASA DEVELOP locations is attached to this email. Please note that some DEVELOP locations allow for in-person opportunities while others are virtual. For virtual locations, all accepted participants must work remotely from within the United States.

We are hosting virtual “About DEVELOP” webinars on Friday, May 17th from 2–3pm ET and Tuesday, June 4th from 4–5pm ET to provide information about our capacity building program and how potential candidates can apply and participate in the program. Please see the attached flyer for details on joining these events.

Please let me know if I can answer any questions about NASA DEVELOP or the process of applying to the program. Thank you for your time!
 
Warmly,
Katie Caruso

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Katie Caruso (she/her: Why Do Pronouns Matter?)

North Carolina Center Lead

NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI)

NASA DEVELOP National Program

Palmetto Clean Fuels coalition, an initiative of the State Energy Office within the SC Office of Regulatory Staff, seeks to hire an intern for the Summer 2024 semester. Funding for this internship is through the Clean Cities University Workforce Development Program (CCUWDP), an initiative of Clean Cities, a government-industry partnership sponsored by the US Department of Energy’s Vehicle Technologies Program. This internship will give students from a broad spectrum of fields (communications, public relations, business, marketing, engineering or environmental sciences, and others) the opportunity to grow public awareness and expand the markets of advanced vehicle technologies, alternative fuels, and practices that reduce the consumption of petroleum. We have numerous clean transportation initiatives underway and several on the horizon, making the summer semester an ideal time for meaningful work.

The successful intern will assist with existing efforts and future programs and initiatives such as those outlined below:

• Focus on Palmetto Clean Fuels tasks, opportunities, outreach, and research
• Implementing the Plug in SC marketing campaign and initiative
• Expanding coalition recruitment efforts and assisting with outreach events and meetings
• Updating and developing success stories for newsletter and web content
• Assisting with data collection, fleet analyses, and assistance to fleets
• Providing research support for the electric vehicle and other alternative fuels

The successful intern must meet the minimum requirements:

• Eligibility: Only students who are currently enrolled in an educational institution and are an undergraduate or graduate student are eligible. Students who have recently graduated and have been out of school less than one year could also be considered eligible candidates, but the preference is to have a student currently enrolled in school.
• Timeframe: Students must be available to work 30 hours/week for the summer semester (June 3rd – August 16th).
• Have an interest in alternative fuel vehicles, clean energy, and stakeholder outreach.
• Have exceptional written and oral skills and be must capable in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Applications due by Wednesday, May 3rd. Please email a resume and cover letter, providing details about your experience, interest, and educational background, to rkelly@ors.sc.gov (Ms. Rene Kelly, Clean Transportation Coordinator, Energy Office, SC Office of Regulatory Staff).

KYOCERA is looking for summer interns in the Environmental Engineering field.  Interested students should send their contact information and resume to:

Mr. Stanlee Wahl, Sr. EHS Specialist at KYOCERA AVX Components, One AVX Blvd., Fountain Inn, SC 29644 (864) 962-6120 stanlee.wahl@kyocera-avx.com. 

More information about KYOCERA can be found online here: https://www.kyocera-avx.com.  

• Want to learn more about the US Department of Homeland Security and the research the agency and component agencies do to enhance your research interests and career goals?
• Interested in learning from top scientists and subject matter experts in homeland security related areas?
• Seeking to network with your peers and members of the academic and scientific communities in government facilities conducting research in DHS relevant areas?
If you answered “Yes”, to the above questions, the HS-POWER program is for you!
• The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate Office of University Programs sponsors the Professional Opportunities for Student Workforce to Experience Research (HS-POWER) Program for undergraduate and graduate students.
• HS-POWER is open to students majoring in a broad spectrum of homeland security related science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) disciplines as well as DHS mission-relevant research areas which includes social sciences.
• As a participant in the HS-POWER Program, you will participate in quality research experiences with federal research facilities and other DHS-STEM focused entities nationwide. You will establish connections with DHS professionals that facilitate long-term relationships between yourself, researchers, DHS personnel and research facilities, giving you a competitive edge as you move forward toward your career.
Application at the following link: https://bit.ly/HSPOWER24
Benefits
• Stipend: Undergraduate students receive $750 per week and graduate students will receive $950 per week.
• Travel: A total of $1,000 travel reimbursement for inbound and outbound expenses for participants who live more than fifty miles, one-way, from the assigned hosting site, and who are paying for housing onsite is available.
• Housing Allowance: A housing allowance of $400/week is provided to participants whose home of record is more than fifty miles, one-way, from their assigned hosting facility, move onsite for the duration of their appointment, and are paying for housing while onsite. Alternatively, for those whose appointment is 100% virtual, a $50 virtual allowance will be added.
Appointment Details
• Appointments will be for 10 consecutive weeks during the months of May-July. Factors such as class schedules, housing availability and facility schedules may be taken into consideration when determining appointment start and end dates.
• Interns will be assigned to research projects and/or other technical activities under the guidance of a DHS mentor.
• An appointment involves daily participation at the host facility with the HS-POWER participant in residence at the specified location. Virtual appointments may be available for some appointments.
• HS-POWER participants are required to have health insurance coverage during the appointment period and to provide proof of this coverage prior to the start of the appointment.
Nature of Appointment
Participants will not enter into an employee/employer relationship with ORISE, ORAU, DHS, or the hosting facility. Instead, participants will be affiliated with ORISE for the administration of the appointment through the ORISE Letter of Appointment and Terms of Appointment.
How to Apply
A completed application consists of:
• A completed Zintellect Profile
• A completed Application which contains:

1. An Interest Essay:
   The essay includes questions specific to the program addressing each of the following topics:
   • Personal Motivation for applying
   • Career Goals
   • Research Interests and Relevance to DHS Research Areas
2. Transcripts/Academic Records:
   • Unofficial transcripts or copies of the student academic records printed by the applicant or by academic advisors from internal institutional systems may be submitted with the application.
   o Transcripts/Academic records must include name of the academic institution, name of the student, completed/in progress coursework and grades. Documents must have all social security numbers, student identification numbers, and/or dates of birth removed (blanked out, blackened out, made illegible, etc.) prior to uploading into the application system.
   • Copies of official transcripts will be required if an appointment is offered.
3. Letters of Recommendation:
   You are required to request recommendations from a professional who can speak to your academic record and potential for success in an appointment as indicated by academic accomplishments, as well as communication and teamwork skills. Recommenders will be asked to complete a recommendation in Zintellect.
   • Recommendations submitted via email will not be accepted.
   • You are solely responsible for following up with your recommenders to ensure timely completion.
   All documents must be submitted via Zintellect. All application components must be received in the system to be considered. For more information, contact us at dhsed@orau.org.
   Connect with ORISE…on the GO! Download the new ORISE GO mobile app in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store to help you stay engaged, connected, and informed during your ORISE experience and beyond!
   Qualifications
   To be considered, applicants must meet each of the following criteria:
   • Be a United States (U.S.) citizen as of the application deadline. Evidence of U.S. citizenship must be submitted to ORISE at the time appointment is accepted.
   • Be 18 years of age or older by desired start date.
   • Have a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher on a 4.00 scale.
   • Be majoring in a science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) field which includes social sciences, with interest in homeland security research as described in the DHS Research Areas.
   • Be interested in pursuing long-term career goals aligned with the DHS mission and objectives.
   • Can obtain and maintain the required security clearance to access hosting facility.
   • Meet one of the following conditions:
   o Full-time enrollment as a freshman, sophomore or junior undergraduate student at a U.S. accredited 2-year or 4-year college or university during the 2023-2024 academic year.
   o Full-time enrollment as a senior undergraduate student at a U.S. accredited 4-year college or university during the 2023-2024 academic year and plans to be enrolled as a graduate student at a U.S. accredited college or university for Fall 2024.
   o Full-time enrollment as a graduate student at a U.S. accredited college or university during the 2023-2024 academic year, and plan to continue enrollment in Fall 2024.
   Additional Information
   • For students enrolled at a 2-year institution during the 2023-2024 academic year: Internship assignment is contingent on the student providing proof of application to a 4-year institution at the time appointment is accepted. Proof of enrollment in the 4-year institution for fall 2024 will be required upon appointment.
   • For undergraduate seniors graduating in spring or summer 2024: Internship assignment is contingent on the student providing proof of application to an accredited graduate institution at the time appointment is accepted. Proof of enrollment/acceptance in graduate school for fall 2024 will be required upon appointment.
   • Graduate students with an expected graduation date prior to the Summer 2024 term are not eligible to participate.
   • Students must demonstrate interest in research and development of innovative, next-generation homeland security solutions with potential for broad impact that align with the DHS mission to safeguard the American people, our homeland, and our values.
   • Ideal candidates will have a demonstrated history of work, undergraduate research experience, or service learning/volunteer roles.
   Important Information
   • Preference will be given to applicants who are:
   o Veterans and Disabled Veterans
   o Underrepresented minorities in STEM
   o Persons with disabilities
   o Persons possessing a suitability or security clearance within the last five years.
   Employees of DHS Component agencies or participating partner agencies are not eligible to participate in this program.

Eligibility Requirements
• Citizenship: U.S. Citizen Only
• Degree: Currently pursuing an Associate’s Degree, Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s Degree, or Doctoral Degree.

Tetramer Technologies is an advanced materials company located in Pendleton. We are hiring for a 10-week paid summer internship funded by the Department of Energy to help develop a life cycle analysis and product carbon footprint for a biobased lubricant.

Additional information and a link to submit resumes are located here on the news page of our website: https://tetramer.com/news/10-week-department-of-energy-internship-at-tetramer/. Resumes are being accepted until November 29, 2023.