Research Assistant/Information & Environmental Management

Cambridge, MA.

The Environment and Resources Division (ERD) provides services such as economic analysis, risk assessments, regulatory and voluntary program support, IT solutions, and environmental modeling to federal and state environmental and resource management agencies. These services are used to address management, policy, and regulatory challenges.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• BA/BS with 0-1 years of experience or equivalent combination
• Undergraduate degree in chemistry, chemical engineering or field related to environmental management systems, economics, innovative technologies, and emerging environmental issues
• Must provide transcript and cover letter upon request

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of USEPA, state, and local environmental programs
• Strong quantitative and computer skills
• Excellent writing abilities

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Green Corps 2012-2013 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.

In Green Corps’ year-long paid program, you’ll get intensive training in the skills you’ll need to make a difference in the world. You’ll get hands-on experience fighting to solve urgent environmental problems — global warming, deforestation, water pollution and many others — with groups such as Sierra Club and Food and Water Watch. And, when you graduate from Green Corps, we’ll help you find a career with one of the nation’s leading environmental and social change groups.

For more information, read below or visit our web site: www.greencorps.org.

In the next few months, we‘ll invite 35 college graduates to join Green Corps in 2012-2013. We’re looking for people who are serious about saving the planet, people who have taken initiative on their campus or community, and people who are willing to roll up their sleeves and work for change over the long haul.

If you think you’re one of those people, visit http://www.greencorps.org/apply to submit your application to join the 2012-2013 class of Green Corps’ Field School for Environmental Organizing.

Green Corps’ year-long program begins in August 2012 with Introductory Classroom Training in Boston, and continues with field placements in multiple locations across the U.S. Candidates must be willing to relocate.

For more information, visit http://www.greencorps.org or contact Aaron Myran, Green Corps Field Organizer, at aaron@greencorps.org or (617) 747-4302.

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Apr. 22nd Deadline – Aquatic Invasive Species Internship

AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES INTERNSHIP
Deadline – April 22, 2011

The Narragansett Bay Research Reserve (NBRR; http://www.nbnerr.org/), a state-federal partnership program, is seeking an intern to assist in the development and implementation of a marine and estuarine invasive species training program, a component of the implementation of the RI Aquatic Invasive Species Management Plan.  The NBRR is one of 27 coordinated sites located around the United States that make up the National Estuarine Research Reserve System (NERRS). The mission of the NERRS is to practice and promote coastal and estuarine stewardship through innovative research and education, using a system of protected areas. This position is employed through the Audubon Society of Rhode Island, is based in the RI Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM) offices in Providence, RI, and reports to the NBRR Coastal Training Program Coordinator (CTP).

Applications or inquires may be directed to Jennifer West, Coastal Training Program Coordinator, at jennifer@nbnerr.org.  Electronic applications are encouraged; please include “Aquatic Invasive Species Intern” in subject line.  Or applications can be mailed to: Jennifer West, Narragansett Bay Research Reserve, 55 South Reserve Drive, Box 151, Prudence Island, RI 02872.

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Apr. 25th Deadline – Graduating? Want a Job with The Pew Charitable Trusts?

The Pew Charitable Trusts is accepting applications for the Pew Leadership Year, which begins on September 6, 2011. The application deadline is April 25, 2011. These one-year positions are open to non-Pew employees who are graduating with a bachelor’s or advanced degree between December 2010 and August 2011.

There are ten positions available in the Pew Environment Group- four of which are marine related.

Please direct interested students to the Pew Leadership Year Web site at: http://www.pewleadershipyear.org

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April 1 Deadline – ICLEI Climate Action Plan Research Assistant Internship

ICLEI–Local Governments for Sustainability USA, is currently seeking applications for a research assistant intern for the Spring of 2011, with possible continuation through the
Summer of 2011. This position will primarily support the ongoing development of ICLEI’s Climate and Air Pollution Planning Assistant (CAPPA) tool, a resourced used by
hundreds of local governments to help estimate the emissions reduction potential of over 100 different strategies for their climate action plans. Additional opportunities are also
likely, to help support the development of ICLEI’s other tools and protocols in Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation, and Sustainability.

ICLEI is a membership association of local governments working to achieve significant
reductions in greenhouse gas emissions and tangible improvements in local sustainability.
ICLEI USA supports its more than 600 member local governments by providing
networking opportunities, tools, resources, and programmatic support focused on helping
members achieve their climate protection and sustainability goals. You can learn more at
our website: http://www.icleiusa.org.

To apply, please e-mail, fax, or mail a cover letter and résumé that details your
experience, qualifications, and availability, and explains why you feel
you would be the right choice for this position. In your cover letter, please include links
to example websites or applications that you have worked on and describe your role in
each project.
Email or fax applications to:
Mike Steinhoff, Program Officer – Tools and Technical Innovation
michael.steinhoff@iclei.org
Fax: (617) 248-3974
Subject: CAP Research Internship

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Massachusetts Energy and Environmental Affairs Internships

The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs is now accepting applications for summer interns. Undergraduate and graduate students interested in environmental policy, especially those with proven skills in database management and/or GIS skills, should email a cover letter and resume to me at [ mailto:john.clarkeson@state.ma.us ]john.clarkeson@state.ma.us.  We also seek students interested in journalism and the use of social media in advancing environmental improvement.

Please feel free to share this message with your colleagues.

Thank you,

John Clarkeson
Office of Policy
Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs
100 Cambridge Street – Suite 900
Boston MA  02114

EEA Website:  [ http://mass.gov/green ]http://mass.gov/eea

Sustainable Water Management:  [ http://www.mass.gov/eea/swm ]http://www.mass.gov/eea/swm

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