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The Mickey Leland Environmental Internship Program – Summer 2013 Internship

College students can learn about environmental issues and gain professional experience through a paid, full-time summer internship, either at the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality or in the private sector.

Eligibility requirements:
-Completed at least 60 undergraduate semester hours at the end of the most immediate past fall semester
-Be enrolled full time during the current spring semester and have a minimum academic grade point average of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale at the time of application
-Be eligible to work in the United States
-Should be enrolled in environmental or other science-related disciplines including, but not limited to, the following: biology, chemistry, geology, engineering, public health, public administration, finance, accounting, business, computer science, law, communications, criminal justice.

To apply:
First, submit an online application form. Applications accepted January 1, 2013-March 15, 2013.

Next, submit all of the following supporting documentation (may be submitted separately or together):
-a professor’s letter of recommendation
-current official academic transcript to include courses in progress current spring semester
-verification of current spring semester enrollment (required if transcript does not list courses in progress current spring semester)

E-mail documentation to: jobs@tceq.texas.gov OR mail documentation to:
Mickey Leland Internship Program, MC 116
Human Resources and Staff Development Division
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
PO Box 13087
Austin, TX 78711-3087

Visit http://www.tceq.texas.gov/adminservices/employ/mickeyleland/index.html for more information.

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Velocity Prep – ECOAudit Program Facilitator Internship

The ECOAudit Program Facilitator Intern will work with a group of 20-30 high school students at Del Valle HS to complete a semester of project-based professional work.

The ECOAudit intern will mentor the students as they develop a business plan for optimizing cost savings and sustainability by conducting a comprehensive water, waste and energy audit of their high school.

***NOTE – this internship pays a flat stipend of $2,500 for the semester. Students applying for this internship will have a short phone interview***

The ECOAudit Program Facilitator Intern will collaborate with the STEM Director and other program coordinators to assure team development, student performance, and project delivery.  In turn, the Facilitator Intern will gain valuable experience working directly with industry professionals, serving as project manager for a large group, and preparing a project summary report.

This internship supports the Velocity Capstone program (http://www.skillpointalliance.org/node/116) sponsored by Skillpoint Alliance. Skillpoint Alliance works to connect community, education, and business.

Responsibilities include:
• Project Development – Collaborating with Skillpoint staff and Velocity Capstone industry professional(s) to define the project, set up a timeline for project completion, determine how to measure the effectiveness of the project implementation, as well as ways to evaluate the final product.

• Project Implementation – Serving as “sounding board” for student brainstorming and ideas, coordinating student engagement with industry/subject matter experts (e.g. site tours, guest lectures), modeling productive work habits, positive attitude and effective professional relationships, helping students to students to set up and maintain a project schedule, developing ways to hold students accountable for their progress, and addressing student motivation and performance issues as necessary;

• Project Documentation – Managing documentation for all Velocity Capstone program operations; preparing a summary report describing project goals, accomplishments, student outcomes, expenditures, and suggestions for improvement; overseeing the development of written and presentation deliverables including, but not limited to: memos, business plans, and PowerPoint presentations;

• Connections to the Classroom – Developing a 5E lesson or unit plan for use in the secondary classroom based on the experiences/resources generated by the project.

Desired Qualities:

Required Skills
• Project management skills (effective and efficient communication is critical)
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Some experience working with youth
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
• A or B in undergraduate Science and Math courses

Education Experience

*Must have completed Step 2
• Currently pursuing or completed higher education in a relevant subject area such as, but not limited to: Civil or Electrical Engineering, Energy & Water Planning, Architecture, Science, Public Policy, Mathematics or STEM Education

Preferred / Additional Skills
• Knowledge of/interest in project topics including renewable energy, solar technology, water planning, and/or civil engineering
• Interest in youth/education, nonprofits
• Familiarity with business planning, accounting, and consulting services
• Previous project management experience (e.g., student organization leadership)
• Familiarity using a computer assisted drawing (CAD) program, (e.g., Autodesk, Google SketchUp, Adobe)
• Possess basic level Photo, Audio, and Video editing skills.

Hours Per Week:
Varies – 10-15 hours per week
Days and Times:

January 14 – May 30, 2013 | 4:00 – 6:30 PM rotating 3 – 4 days per week (M-F)

Skillpoint Alliance – 201 East 2nd Street – Suite B; Austin, TX 78702
Contact Name: Lonny Stern
Contact Title: Director, STEM Council
Contact Email: lstern@skillpointalliance.org
Contact Phone: Work 512.323.6773 x103 | Cell 512.484.3440

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Colorado River Foundation: Community and Special Events Internship

Positions Available: 1-2
Hours: 10-20 per week, Mondays – Fridays during normal office hours and occasionally on weekends, about 150 hours for Spring Semester.
Description of duties and responsibilities:
Special events interns participate in CRF’s community events and fundraisers – including clean ups, river races, banquets, festivals, and speaking events. Duties include sponsorship solicitation, graphic design, creating decorations, event set up and more. Many of these events occur in the evening or on the weekends and will require some work outside of normal office hours.
Skills and knowledge requirements:
Applicants must have completed at least 24 credit hours at a college or university. Positions available for undergrad and graduate students.
Preferred skills:

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Excellent written and oral communications skills; enjoys interacting with a diverse range of community members
  • Highly organized and able to work closely with others; ability to juggle multiple deadlines
  • Proficient in standard graphic design software programs (InDesign, Photoshop, etc.)

Student learning opportunities:
Interns will gain much insight into the day-to-day operations of a small environmental nonprofit organization. They will gain actual experience planning events meant to encourage community involvement with CRF and foster awareness and compassion for the Colorado River. Interns will be creating design materials which can be added to a professional portfolio.
Who will supervise the interns?
Erin Franz, Executive Director
Financial Compensation?
Unpaid
Other information:
This is a great position for motivated individuals that love to plan, plan, plan! Please note: selected interns must have reliable transportation to CRF offices in Austin, TX.

 

Interested applicants should submit an intern application (available at http://coloradoriver.org/volunteer/interships) along with a resume and letter of interest to programs@coloradoriver.org . Applications also accepted via mail or in-person. Applicants selected for interview must provide work samples. Internships begin in January.  Applicants are encouraged to apply by December 14th.

For more information about the Redbud Center please visit: http://coloradoriver.org/events

Please contact jessica@coloradoriver.org with any questions.