The Harry R. Hughes Center for Agro-Ecology and the Agriculture Law Education Initiative (ALEI) are seeking law and undergraduate student applicants interested in careers in agriculture, environmental conservation, forestry, and/or policy for the 2025 Russell Brinsfield Agro-Ecology Summer Internship program. Multiple students will be selected for this six-week internship, which includes a competitive salary and the opportunity to interact with leaders from the agricultural and environmental communities, as well as state agencies. The internship will begin with an orientation session at Wye Research Center, and the interns will attend periodic meetings at Wye. The remainder of the time, the interns will work virtually or attend meetings offsite.
The internship will introduce you to a number of complex natural resource issues, including but not limited to, Chesapeake Bay restoration efforts, agricultural practices, and local food production. During the course of the internship, you will meet diverse stakeholders and engage in the complex interaction between the agricultural, environmental conservation and policy communities. You will be introduced to legislators and staff at state agencies as you work to resolve challenges. The internship is funded by organizations seeking to build leaders who are able to appreciate all sides of complex issues and develop solutions that consider environmental, economic, and industry needs as well as the needs of policymakers.
Interns will: - Work with Hughes Center and ALEI’s staff on research projects related to current agriculture, environmental, and forestry issues;
- Participate in the multidisciplinary activities of the Hughes Center;
- Attend regional leadership meetings for agriculture and natural resources;
- Have the opportunity to engage with researchers, state officials and agencies, environmental, and agricultural leaders;
- Support ALEI’s staff in the creation and administration of legal education resources and programs;
- Support Hughes Center and ALEI staff in developing proposals for future projects; and
- Enhance their research, communication, public speaking, and time management skills.
Interns must: - Be a licensed driver with their own reliable transportation; and
- Be able to attend regional events throughout the summer. Some weekend or evening hours may be required.
Compensation: Interns will be paid $19.91 an hour for a 40-hour work week. To Apply: Send your resume, cover letter, and at least one academic and professional letter of recommendation and reference.
Deadline to Apply: February 28, 2025 |
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