Summer 2020 Environmental Programs Intern - Navab Fellowship Program
Navab Fellowship PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
This internship is offered through the Navab Fellowship Program. This is a CCE Sponsored Internship Program in which interns participate in professional development programming alongside the internship which is sourced by a Columbia College alumnus. Fellowship awards are given to students in lawful unpaid and low-paid opportunities for travel and living expenses. Additionally, eligible participants on financial aid have their summer earnings expectation waived. Programming includes attending a Pre-Program Training, mid-semester check-in with a career counselor, end-of-program Reflection Session as well as completion of an individual development plan and project. These elements will support success in the internship experience itself, help you learn more about the related industry or type of work, as well as help you prepare for and plan next steps after the experience. Navab Fellowship Program internship dates vary by position but typically take place over the course of May - August, 2020. To learn more about the Navab Fellowship Program go to https://www.careereducation.columbia.edu/programs/navab-fellowship-program.
Navab Fellowship Program positions and the program are open to CC students only. All Navab Fellowship Program Summer 2020 positions will be posted on LionSHARE during December 2019/Spring 2020 semester on a rolling basis. To find Navab Fellowship Program internship postings, search under the Internships tab on LionSHARE, and use the “Label” function. There is no application limit for Navab Fellowship Program positions.
You must be in good academic and judicial standing with Columbia University to be eligible to participate in the program. By submitting an application, you authorize the Center for Career Education to conduct academic and disciplinary checks to confirm program eligibility. Certain University policy violations may disqualify you from consideration for the program.
· International students (F1) need to secure US employment authorization. When considering applying for a position, you should connect with your Academic Advisor and ISSO to determine the process. Pre-Completion OPT (Optional Practical Training – USCIS processing may take 3-5 months) or CPT (Curricular Practical Training – ISSO will process within 2-3 weeks). You must have either the OPT EAD approval, or the CPT approval to begin your internship on the agreed upon start date. Visit the Columbia International Students & Scholars Office employment section to learn more. Students should keep abreast of authorization processing times.
POSITION Description:
*This is an unpaid position. A Fellowship award will be given to this intern for travel, housing, and living expenses as well as financial aid to cover the cost of your Columbia student contribution should you have one. Part-time positions will receive a pro-rated stipend and coverage for student contribution.
COMPANY Description:
Miami Waterkeeper is seeking a motivated, passionate student to support our team this summer in the role of Programs Intern. This role combines communications, education, science, and policy, and has the potential to make a lasting impact on the South Florida ecosystem. The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator with a strong knowledge about the environmental issues facing Biscayne Bay and the surrounding watershed.
Responsibilities
- Conduct community outreach through educational programs, tabling events, and hands-on activities
- Assist at volunteer and member events, such as restoration projects and beach clean ups
- Create content for social media, blog, and website on clean water issues
- Conduct field work, including water quality monitoring and coastal surveys
- Assist with administrative work as needed
- Possibility assist with policy/legal research
Desired Skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
- Environmental field research experience preferred
- Teaching experience preferred (formal or informal)
- Experience with social media and content management platforms
- Extremely organized and detail oriented
- Fluency in English required, proficiency in spoken/written Spanish preferred
Desired but not required: GIS, graphic design, lab experience, video production, boat handling, comfort with water
Miami Waterkeeper internships typically last 10-12 weeks. We have flexible office hours and scheduling. While our internships are unpaid, they are a great opportunity to build your resume - perfect for pre-scientific research degree, pre-law, or community organizing students! As a MWK intern, you may gain experience in the following areas:
- Scientific research
- Sea level rise and climate change issues
- Water resource and quality issues
- Ecosystem protection
- Mangrove, seagrass, & coral reef conservation
- Environmental education and advocacy
- Policy development
- Environmental law
- Non-profit management
- Public speaking
- Public outreach & community engagement
...and much more!!