Internship & Job Opportunities
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) invites nominations and applications for the position of director of the School of Earth, Environmental, and Marine Sciences (SEEMS). Reporting directly to the dean of the College of Sciences, the director will be responsible for setting strategic, operational, and financial direction for SEEMS. The college seeks a dynamic leader who will working concert with faculty, staff, and students to promote a culture of excellence. The director shall create and carry out a vision that leads the school to greater prominence in the Rio Grande Valley and beyond. We welcome applications from candidates who can contribute to the diversity of the departments.
Position Open Until Filled: For best consideration, apply by March 31st
Required Qualifications:
1. possess an earned terminal degree (Ph.D.) in a discipline closely related to those represented in SEEMS
2. have demonstrated leadership abilities in administration, personnel management, and budgeting
3. have an excellent track record in research, teaching, and service
4. meet any requirements for tenure and appointment at the rank of Full Professor
Associate Professors who meet those requirements are encouraged to apply.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Clear commitment to transparency and to equity and inclusion
• Ability to effectively communicate in a pragmatic and collegial way.
• Clear value of interdisciplinary approaches to environmental problem-solving and research
• Effectiveness in encouraging, building, implementing, and sustaining undergraduate and graduate degree offerings
• Success in growing enrollment at the undergraduate and graduate levels
• Experience working with and mentoring students from underrepresented backgrounds
• Proven ability to integrate and unify multiple programs
• Commitment to embracing Hispanic culture and biculturalism
Application should include:
> A letter of interest that clearly states the applicant’s qualifications for the position
> A current résumé/curriculum vitae
> The name, title, and email address of fie professional references
Submitting application materials as PDF's is strongly encouraged. The search will be conducted with a commitment of confidentiality for candidates until finalists are selected. Initial screening of applications will begin immediately and will continue until an appointment is made.
For more Inquiries:
Julie Schrodt, Senior Executive Search Consultant
E-mail: julieschrodt@greenwoodsearch.com
Betty Turner Asher, Co-Founder, Greenwood Asher & Associates
E-mail: bettyasher@greenwoodsearch.com
"We're looking for an innovative and motivated emerging environmental education professional who is interested in experiential learning opportunities!"
Internship from July 1, 2023 - June 23, 2024
- Trainings (NWCG, Wildland Firefighter Type 2- S130/S190, L180 and Incident Command Training, State Pesticide Applicator Certification Training)
- Weekly Living and Commuting Allowance*, One-trip round-trip Travel Allowance*, and Health Benefits
- Housing Available
- The AmeriCorps Education Award available upon successful completion of this position is $6,345.00
To learn more and apply, visit www.thesca.org/serve/positions
Position ID: PO-00733923
Interviews will begin April 18
"We're looking for a self motivated and passionate emerging conservation professional who is interested in gaining experience in natural resource management!"
Internship from June 5, 2023 - June 2, 2024
- Trainings (NWCG, Wildland Firefighter Type 2- S130/S190, L180 and Incident Command Training, State Pesticide Applicator Certification Training)
- Weekly Living Allowance*, One-trip round-trip Travel Allowance*, and Health Benefits
- Housing Available
- The AmeriCorps Education Award available upon successful completion of this position is $6,345.00
To learn more and apply, visit www.thesca.org/serve/positions
Position ID: PO-00734507
Interviews will begin April 18
"We're looking for an enthusiastic and outgoing emerging environmental education professional who is interested in experiential learning opportunities!"
Internship from June 1, 2023 - May 29, 2024
- Trainings (professional development and safety)
- Weekly Living and Commuting Allowance*, One-time round-trip Travel Allowance*, and Health Benefits
- Housing Available
- The AmeriCorps Education Award available upon successful completion of this position is $6,345.00
To learn more and apply, visit: www.thesca.org/serve/positions
Position ID: PO-00735264
Interviews will begin April 18
The Fall 2022 UTSA-USEPA Virtual Internship is now open for applications.
- Seeking 5-15 undergraduate of graduate students with a focus in environmental science, biology, engineering, chemistry, or criminal justice.
- Duration is for one semester.
- No travel required. Fully virtual internship.
- Earn 3 credit hours applicable to your degree plan for your participation.
- Meeting Time: Online: Tuesdays and Thursdays 11:00 am - 12:00 pm CST [Tentative].
This year, we would like to have all interns, from diverse backgrounds, work on an environment based project where these groups can apply their discipline expertise in identifying and formulating a solution to an environmental issue. Students will also receive additional guidance on preparing a federal resume and begin applying to various positions within the federal government.
Application Link and Position Description: https://utsa.joinhandshake.com/emp/jobs/6794777/edit?initial_page=4
Job # 6794777
Applications are being actively reviewed! Please apply ASAP for consideration.
For questions regarding availability and program details please reach out to Heriberto DeLeon at deleon.heriberto@epa.gov.
There is a second internship opportunity to any graduate students looking to gain professional experience with the USEPA.
This opportunity is open to a wide variety of majors!
- Seeking 2 graduate students from various majors will be considered (including all STEM, Business, IT, Administration, and Computer Engineering majors).
- One semester minimum with the potential for up to one year (depending on intern performance).
- No travel required. Fully virtual internship.
- Earn 3 credit hours applicable to your degree plan for your participation.
- Meeting Time: Online-Tentative. This will be decided with your project liaison.
For this program, selected students will work closely with assigned EPA staff to complete data visualization projects. Students will also receive additional guidance on preparing a federal resume and begin applying to various positions within the federal government.
Application Link and Position Description: https://utsa.joinhandshake.com/emp/jobs/6729671/edit?initial_page=4
Job # 6729671
For questions regarding availability and program details please reach out to Heriberto DeLeon at deleon.heriberto@epa.gov.
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