Sustainability Internships for Fall 2011
The green industry is one of the fastest growing sectors of the US economy with many exciting career opportunities for college graduates. Get your foot in the "green jobs" door by working on sustainability initiatives at the University of Maryland, which is recognized as a national leader in campus sustainability.
Current Openings
Rain Barrel Research Intern with University of Maryland Extension
Description: A Research Intern is needed to aid the University of Maryland Extension in evaluating options for developing a Rain Barrel Installation Program in Prince George’s County, Maryland. Responsibilities will include contacting local government officials to assess current rules and potential funding sources; contacting local businesses and nonprofit organizations about potential partnerships; conducting market research by talking with/surveying local residents; providing research support (reviewing on-line sources and conducting interviews); developing a rain barrel demonstration project at the Sheridan Street Community Garden; and writing a final report on the feasibility of developing a rain barrel installation program. Additionally, the intern could explore developing small-scale composting program.
The intern will work 10 hours per week throughout the fall semester. The worksite will be the Center for Educational Partnership, located 5 miles east of campus and accessible by the Shuttle UM – New Carrollton Route.
Qualifications: The Rain Barrel Program Research Intern must be well organized and self-directed. The intern will be able to break a complex job down into manageable pieces in order to facilitate information collection, and the intern should also be able to write a succinct report about a technical topic for diverse audience. Must have own laptop.
To Apply: Send a resume and a cover letter in pdf format to Christie Balch at cbalch@umd.edu by Friday, September 15. For additional information: Please contact Christie Balch at University of Maryland Extension at cbalch@umd.edu.