We're glad to share this announcement from Megan Lott of CFS:
Community Food Security "is currently accepting applications for fall internships. Both full-time and part-time positions available. The intern will be based in CFSC’s Policy Office in Washington, DC. Hours are between 9am and 5:30pm Monday through Friday. Start and end dates are somewhat flexible.
The position will provide the opportunity to learn about legislative and administrative aspects of federal policy through attendance at meetings, briefings, and hearings on Capitol Hill. Duties include research and writing for outreach materials, position papers, and CFSC's monthly policy newsletter. The intern will also manage incoming calls and share other administrative duties with the CFSC staff. The ideal candidate will have interest in community food security issues and policy, good attention to detail, strong research and writing skills, and the ability to meet deadlines and work independently.
To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to megan@foodsecurity.org with “Policy Intern Application” in the subject line. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
NOTE: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the positions are filled.
For more information about CFSC, please visit our website at www.foodsecurity.org."
Thursday, August 11, 2011
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
Data Visualization Student Challenge
New TRB Research in Progress (RiP) Database
The Transportation Research Board now has a website that lists 6,600+ current as well as recently completed research projects. According to the TRB website, the database "contains the Research In Progress (RiP) Database and a data-entry system to allow users in State Departments of Transportation, the U.S. Department of Transportation, University Transportation Centers and other US DOT funded universities to add, modify and delete information on their current research projects. The RiP database now contains over 8400 current or recently completed transportation research projects. Most of the RiP records are projects funded by Federal and State Departments of Transportation. University transportation research is also included. The RiP Database now serves as a clearinghouse of University Transportation Centers ongoing research. International research projects from the TRIP file of the International Transport Research Documentation Database are now included in the RiP database. The Transportation Association of Canada supplies records from its Canadian Surface Transportation Research Database for RiP"
Tuesday, August 9, 2011
Internship Oppty: EPA Environmental Justice (EJ) eco-Ambassador Pgm
Here's an announcement from the Community-Campus Partnerships for Health:
"The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is announcing the Environmental Justice (EJ) eco-Ambassador program. Last year Administrator Lisa P. Jackson introduced the EPA eco-Ambassador program with the goal to empower communities to be safer and healthier. The internship program focuses on environmental justice, one of Administrator Jackson's top priorities.
EPA is looking for energetic and highly motivated graduate level students to work on addressing environmental justice. Numerous opportunities are available within EPA for students to gain valuable work experience while contributing to the mission of protecting human health and the environment.
Student internship opportunities are available at EPA's regional offices nationwide through the EJ eco-Ambassador program.
The goal of the internship program is to:
Provide an opportunity for graduate level students to work collaboratively with EPA offices to support community based programs and increase local community's capacity to address environmental concerns.
Facilitate career development opportunities for graduate level students who have been involved in or have a strong interest in environmental justice.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Graduate students interested in the EJ eco-Ambassador program should apply through to the Student Diversity Internship Program (SDIP) by August 19th,
2011 at http://bit.ly/oZqBz7
Internship placements are within a 50 mile radius of the student's academic institution. In your application please indicate that you are interested in the EJ eco-Ambassador Program.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE EJ ECO-AMBASSADOR PROGRAM:
All U.S. citizens, including residents of Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, and other U.S. territories may apply
Applicants must be full-time graduate students attending an U.S. accredited institution as recognized by the U.S. Department of Education
Applicants must have a minimum 2.8 on a 4.0 grading scale (B average and above); and
Have previously been involved or have a strong interest in environmental justice , social justice issues and/or environmental health disparities in an academic, volunteer and/ or employment setting
Applicants may be pursuing a degree in: Environmental Health Science, Public Health, Public Policy, Environmental Management, Environmental Law, other areas relating to public service, and environmental concerns.
INTERNSHIPS COMPONENTS:
Stipend and Support: Graduate Stipend ($6,000)
Internship Experience: 10-week part-time experience at EPA Headquarters, Regions and/or Labs.
Professional Development: Student orientation, web-based professional development training, networking through UNCFSP Virtual Network and portal opportunity (internships, scholarships, etc)."
"The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is announcing the Environmental Justice (EJ) eco-Ambassador program. Last year Administrator Lisa P. Jackson introduced the EPA eco-Ambassador program with the goal to empower communities to be safer and healthier. The internship program focuses on environmental justice, one of Administrator Jackson's top priorities.
EPA is looking for energetic and highly motivated graduate level students to work on addressing environmental justice. Numerous opportunities are available within EPA for students to gain valuable work experience while contributing to the mission of protecting human health and the environment.
Student internship opportunities are available at EPA's regional offices nationwide through the EJ eco-Ambassador program.
The goal of the internship program is to:
Provide an opportunity for graduate level students to work collaboratively with EPA offices to support community based programs and increase local community's capacity to address environmental concerns.
Facilitate career development opportunities for graduate level students who have been involved in or have a strong interest in environmental justice.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Graduate students interested in the EJ eco-Ambassador program should apply through to the Student Diversity Internship Program (SDIP) by August 19th,
2011 at http://bit.ly/oZqBz7
Internship placements are within a 50 mile radius of the student's academic institution. In your application please indicate that you are interested in the EJ eco-Ambassador Program.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE EJ ECO-AMBASSADOR PROGRAM:
All U.S. citizens, including residents of Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, and other U.S. territories may apply
Applicants must be full-time graduate students attending an U.S. accredited institution as recognized by the U.S. Department of Education
Applicants must have a minimum 2.8 on a 4.0 grading scale (B average and above); and
Have previously been involved or have a strong interest in environmental justice , social justice issues and/or environmental health disparities in an academic, volunteer and/ or employment setting
Applicants may be pursuing a degree in: Environmental Health Science, Public Health, Public Policy, Environmental Management, Environmental Law, other areas relating to public service, and environmental concerns.
INTERNSHIPS COMPONENTS:
Stipend and Support: Graduate Stipend ($6,000)
Internship Experience: 10-week part-time experience at EPA Headquarters, Regions and/or Labs.
Professional Development: Student orientation, web-based professional development training, networking through UNCFSP Virtual Network and portal opportunity (internships, scholarships, etc)."
New Report: Transportation and Health Policy Interventions
A new report published by the Partnership for Prevention is available, entitled “Transportation and Health: Policy Interventions for Safer, Healthier People and Communities.”
Here's an excerpt from the report's introduction (p. 1):
"Both the general public and the government have a strong interest in improving health, bringing down health care costs, and reducing energy use and traffic congestion. The report is divided into three chapters to focus on the following policy areas: policies that improve the environment and environmental health (Chapter 1); policies that enhance community design and promote active transportation (Chapter 2); and policies that reduce motor vehicle-related injuries and fatalities (Chapter 3)."
Here's an excerpt from the report's introduction (p. 1):
"Both the general public and the government have a strong interest in improving health, bringing down health care costs, and reducing energy use and traffic congestion. The report is divided into three chapters to focus on the following policy areas: policies that improve the environment and environmental health (Chapter 1); policies that enhance community design and promote active transportation (Chapter 2); and policies that reduce motor vehicle-related injuries and fatalities (Chapter 3)."
Monday, August 8, 2011
Job Oppty: Sustainable Design Specialist
HOK has an opening for a Sustainable Design Specialist. Learn more at http://www.hok.com/careers/.
Job Description
Essential Responsibilities:
- LEED Project Administration
- Sustainable Project Marketing Support
- Sustainable Consulting Participation and Management
- Conduct Sustainability Charrette
- Sustainable Design Analysis
- Compliance Reporting
Other Responsibilities:
- Proposal Preparation
- Interview Participation
- Meeting Facilitation
- Client training and capacity building
- Policy writing & implementation
-- Federal Sustainability Reporting
- Conceptual energy modeling and analysis
- Daylight and views strategy and assessment
Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Engineering or Construction strongly preferred
- Minimum 2-5 years’ experience
- LEED Professional Accreditation required (Legacy AP, Green Associate, BD+C, ID+C, O+M)
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:
- Thorough knowledge of sustainability, integrated design and LEED guidelines.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to prioritize oneself in order to meet deadlines and provide high quality service to clients.
Ability to work in team environment.
Proficiency required in the following computer skills:
o MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
o Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
- Proficiency preferred in technical documentation and analysis software:
o AutoCAD/Architectural Desktop
o Revit
o Sketch-Up
o Design Analysis Software: Ecotect, Radiance, Vasari
o Energy Analysis Software: eQuest, EnergyPlus, IES
MURP Student Swetha Kumar is Named VT Grad School August 2011 Featured Grad Student
Please join UAP in congratulating MURP student Swetha Kumar for being named the VT Graduate School's August 2011 Featured Graduate Student. Read more about Swetha's research interests and experiences at this link.
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