Summer #1 - 6/24/25
Eric Zimmerman
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IMPORTANT DATES AND DEADLINES:
6/24/25 Fall
Class
Registration Pass #2 closes
9/9/25 Fall
Class
Registration Pass #3 opens, check GOLD for assigned day/time
Summer Session Deadlines:
6/25/25 Fee
payment deadline
for Session A and C
6/29/25 Last day to Drop Session A or C courses with a unit fee refund
7/3/25
Last
day to Add Session A courses with an add code
7/9/25 Session
A Drop deadline
(with no refund)
7/14/25 Last day
to Add Session
C courses with an add code
7/21/25 Session C
Drop deadline
(with no refund)
8/1/25 Session
A Grade Change
Deadline
8/4/25 Summer
Session B
Instruction Starts
8/10/25 Last day
to Drop
Session B courses with a unit fee refund
8/14/25
Last
day to Add Session B courses with an add code
8/19/25 Session A
Drop deadline
(with no refund)
8/29/25 Session C
Grade Change
Deadline
9/12/25 Session B
Grade Change
Deadline
- To review all the UCSB Summer
Session
Deadlines click here
- Click
here to view all Quarterly Deadlines & Registration
Pass dates
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ES ADVISING AVAILABILITY – We are open during the Summer!
Students are always welcome to first check out our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page for answers to many common questions. If one can’t find the answers there you have multiple options to speak with an ES Advisor, including:
- Email questions to advi...@es.ucsb.edu and we will do our best to respond as soon as possible (normally 1-2 business days).
- We also offer drop-in Advising in Bren Hall, Rm 4312, Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 1:00-3:00 pm. Just come by and we will help you on a first come-first serve basis.
- Or, you can schedule a remote Zoom appointment with an advisor five days a week using the Schedule an Appointment link on the ES Advising webpage.
Note:
Friday, July 4th is a campus holiday and ES Advising
will not be
available
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INDEX:
1) UCSB’s Ground-breaking
Research and
Innovative Technology (GRIT) Talks Summer
Series Kicks Off Wednesday, June 25! All talks given @ 5:30 in
Campbell Hall at
UCSB.
Eight notable UCSB faculty will deliver free public lectures
on Innovative
Technology being used to discover new knowledge across a wide
range of
disciplines.
2) Summer
Internship
with Santa Barbara’s Environemntal Defense Center (EDC):
Southern SB County
Watershed Protection and Education and Creek Cleanup Program
3) Paid
Summer Internships
are available with the Santa
Barbara County Trails Council.
The scope of our work includes advocacy for
new trails and stewardship of open spaces.
4) The
Ventura County
Transportation Commission (VCTC) is seeking applicants
for a new Intern
Program. Two (2) positions will be available: one in the Transit
Department and
one in the Planning & Sustainability Department.
5) Summer
Internship
Opportunity with Water Access to All (WATA):
Social Media
& Grant Research
6) UCSB’s Associated Students Executive Branch is HIRING!
7) GRADUATE
SCHOOL
OPPORTUNITY: Launch your career in global health
at one of the nation's top
health sciences universities! Earn your
Master of
Science at the UCSF Institute for Global Health Sciences.
- The June 30th deadline is quickly approaching for fall 2025.
8) LOCAL JOB: Executive Director Opportunity – The Home Team
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CONTENT:
1) UCSB’s
Ground-breaking
Research and Innovative Technology (GRIT) Talks Summer Series
Kicks Off
Wednesday, June 25! All
talks given @ 5:30
in Campbell Hall at UCSB.
Eight notable UCSB faculty will deliver free public lectures on
Innovative
Technology being used to discover new knowledge across a wide
range of
disciplines.
Summer Sessions is thrilled to announce the 2025 GRIT Talks
series.
Eight notable UC Santa Barbara faculty will deliver free public
lectures on
Ground-breaking Research and Innovative Technology being used to
discover new
knowledge across a wide range of disciplines. Visit our Events
Page
see this
year’s lineup.
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2) Summer Internship
with Santa Barbara’s Environemntal Defense Center (EDC): Southern
SB County
Watershed Protection and Education and Creek Cleanup Program
About Environmental Defense Center: The Environmental Defense Center (EDC) is a non-profit, public interest law firm that has worked to protect and restore California’s
environment and natural resources for almost 50 years. EDC’s work focuses primarily within San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura Counties, including the northern Channel Islands and the ocean waters seaward of this region’s shores. Our mission is to defend nature and advance environmental justice on California’s Central Coast through advocacy and legal action. Program areas include Land & Water, the Ocean, Climate & Energy, and Environmental Justice. (www.EnvironmentalDefenseCenter.org)
General Purpose of the Internship: This internship is created for a current UCSB student who is interested in pursuing a career in environmental law or advocacy. The
intern will work directly under the supervision of the Senior Analyst/Watershed Program Director on EDC’s work educating the public and government agencies regarding the impacts to watersheds and creeks in Goleta and Santa Barbara and regarding solutions to protect and restore local waterways.
Internship Objectives: This project will focus primarily on surveys, research, reporting, and organizing creek cleanups if safe and feasible. Information developed will be
synthesized and used to advance better
watershed management,
creek and habitat restoration, and policies and ordinances to
preserve and
enhance creeks in Goleta and Santa Barbara
SEE ATTACHED pdf for required skills and more info.
Time Commitment: Internship requires a minimum commitment of ten
hours per week for the equivalent of two quarters (a total of 20
weeks) in
2025-2026. This internship
includes a stipend, generously made available
through the
UCSB Associated Students Coastal Fund.
Location: This position is primarily remote/in
the field,
however we recognize health concerns due to COVID-19, and can
provide reasonable
accommodations as needed.
If you are interested in joining EDC’s team, send a cover letter,
resume,
writing sample, and references to Brian Trautwein
BTrau...@environmentaldefensecenter.org by July 2, 2025.
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3) Paid Summer Internships
are available with the Santa
Barbara County Trails Council. The scope of our work
includes advocacy for
new trails and stewardship of open spaces.
BARON RANCH HABITAT RESTORATION: We have a
one-acre native
plant habitat restoration area at Baron Ranch. The oil pipeline
company
recently excavated a section of the habitat restoration area, and
it is now
covered in weeds. We will be planting native plants this summer.
The project is
in an extraordinary location, two miles west of Refugio Road,
within sight of
the ocean. Part-time work includes planting, mulching, and
watering new plants
until the winter rains begin. You can set your hours. Positions are available ASAP
and applications
will remain available till positions are filled. May also have open positions
for Fall
quarter.
If interested, please Contact Mark Wilkinson at 805.708.6173 (txt) or mwilk...@sbtrails.org
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4) The Ventura County
Transportation Commission (VCTC) is seeking applicants for a new
Intern
Program. Two (2) positions will be available: one in the Transit
Department and
one in the Planning & Sustainability Department.
Posted by a UCSB ES Alum!
Interns will learn how to apply skills acquired in the academic
environment in
a professional setting and gain an understanding of regional
transportation
planning and service delivery and/or transit planning and
operations. The
program is geared toward students at the college or graduate
school level
currently studying transportation, transit, urban planning,
environmental
science, or related fields with an interest in gaining practical
experience in
a public agency. Recent college graduates are also welcome to
apply.
This is a part-time position. Interns will typically work 16–24 hours per week, with flexible scheduling available to meet the individual’s needs. Candidates selected will be able to work up to 960 hours or up to 6 months (whichever occurs first) per fiscal year (July–June). For Fiscal Year 2025/2026, the program will extend between August 1, 2025, and June 30, 2026.
The intern positions are open until filled. See attached
VCTC-Intern .pdf for
more info about the position. To
be
considered for this opportunity, submit your application including
the
application form, a résumé, and at least one professional
reference.
Please submit your application by email to Cecilia Perez, Administrative Assistant, at cpe...@goventura.org. Use the subject line: “VCTC Intern Position Application”.
More details on the program and application requirements can be found on our website:
https://www.goventura.org/work-with-vctc/jobs/
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5) Summer Internship
Opportunity with Water Access to All (WATA):
Social Media & Grant Research
I’m reaching out on behalf of WATA (Water
Access to All), a
humanitarian nonprofit that provides clean water solutions to
underserved
communities around the world—including Guatemala, Vietnam, and
Myanmar. We
install household and school-based water filters, distribute
essential
supplies, and engage in broader community support initiatives such
as teaching,
cleanup projects, and youth enrichment.
We’re currently offering a summer internship opportunity for students interested in nonprofit communications, fundraising, and global impact. This is a great role for students passionate about storytelling, social media, marketing, or international development.
Internship Overview – Fundraising & Marketing Interns - Interns will:
- Assist with developing and managing WATA’s social media strategy
- Help create and share stories about our impact and the communities we serve
- Participate in fundraising campaigns and event planning
- Research grants and funding opportunities to support clean water access
- Gain insight into nonprofit development and international aid
We’re looking for students who are passionate about:
- Nonprofit communications and storytelling
- Clean water access, health equity, and global development
- Using marketing to create positive change in the world
- Creative social media strategy or behind-the-scenes research work
Important Details:
No prior experience required – full training and mentorship provided
Internship is unpaid, but students may be eligible for academic credit (please consult your school advisor)
Remote and flexible – can be done from anywhere, on your own schedule
Time Commitment: ~5 hours per week for ~10 weeks (can be extended into fall if interested)
How to Apply:
Please email your resume and a few sentences about your interest in the internship and your availability to Austin at imp...@cleanwata.org. No cover letter required.
Learn more about our work at cleanwata.org.
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6) UCSB’s Associated
Students Executive Branch is HIRING!
Are you interested in student government? Your
Associated
Students Executive Branch is hiring! See below for more
information about the 5
offices.
The Office of the President under Le Anh Metzger is looking for
driven students
interested in bettering the UCSB campus. If you are interested in
working on
projects related to food insecurity, mental health, environmental
sustainability, transfer students, marginalized students, alumni,
and more,
apply now! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSetOsv-R2CklqedCO4v483XT8CinJFJoN34AFqNf2YTf4KQCg/viewform
The Office of Internal Vice President Enri Lala is tasked with
ensuring the
smooth internal operation of your student government and
accomplishing major
projects for the benefit of the campus. This year, the Office will
focus on
advocating for new student housing developments on and around
campus, building
the ILP bike path and other infrastructure, and making AS funds
far easier to
access. Join the effort, it will be an exciting year ahead! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSczKwyh4J2UkyRRVla2AbcE8C66dSaNe4TPDxWtVkRw_3okBg/viewform?usp=header
The Office of the External Vice President of Local Affairs under
EJ Raad
represents student interests in the Isla Vista community. From
hosting events
in the Pardall Center to negotiating with leasing companies and
the police
department, the Office of the EVPLA is committed to fighting for
students
rights in a place we call home.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScKZgKqIhsdH4KyGshlsMmBqZgQF4UbRemapvNyeA6URTJ16A/viewform?usp=dialog
The Office of the Student Advocate under Sydney Bivins serves as a
mediator
between students and the University, advocating for students’
rights on both
the individual and policy level. If you’re interested in holding
the University
accountable and pushing for stronger safety nets for students,
this office is
the right fit for you. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1sHBY3xD4F4VqDlLI6uhNpXxQr0MtkiOzPSDzA_QnEb4/viewform?edit_requested=true
The Office of the External Vice President of Statewide Affairs
under Leiya
Kadah is dedicated to advocating for student issues to our
representatives at
the county, state, and national level. We also strive to bring
representatives
and experts in the field of higher education policy to our campus
so that the
student community can ask questions and have their voice heard.
Applications
will be made available soon! https://www.instagram.com/evpsaucsb/
Don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.
Le Anh Metzger, AS President, pres...@as.ucsb.edu
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7) GRADUATE SCHOOL
OPPORTUNITY: Launch your career in global health at one of the
nation's top
health sciences universities! Earn your Master
of
Science at the UCSF Institute for Global Health Sciences.
- The June 30th deadline is quickly approaching for fall 2025.
Why study global health at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF)?
The in-person global health master’s program offers:
- Training for global health service and leadership
- Ten weeks of global health fieldwork
- Flexibility to complete your degree in one or two years
I- nterdisciplinary curriculum and world-renowned faculty
- Preparation for careers in research, policy, organizational leadership, epidemiology, consulting, academia, program management and more
The master’s program
places a high
value on the diversity of students who matriculate and reviews
all applicants
in a holistic manner. GRE scores are not required. Applicants
who come from traditionally underrepresented groups and students
who have faced
hardships are encouraged to apply.
Apply
now here!
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8) LOCAL JOB: Executive Director
Opportunity – The Home
Team
The Home Team Santa Barbara County is currently recruiting for the founding Executive Director of The Home Team, a new countywide housing advocacy coalition aimed at advancing bold, actionable solutions to the housing affordability crisis in Santa Barbara County. The coalition is fiscally sponsored by the Santa Barbara Foundation and seeks a visionary leader with experience in policy, advocacy, and coalition-building — ideally with strong connections to the Central Coast.
The full job description is attached. You can also visit the webpage with a bit more information about The Home Team here: https://sbfoundation.org/the-home-team-director-hire/
Applications
are being reviewed on a rolling basis, and interested candidates
can apply by
sending a resume and cover letter to TheHomeT...@sbfoundation.org.
-- Eric D. Zimmerman (he/him) Student Services Manager, Lecturer Environmental Studies, UC Santa Barbara To schedule a Zoom advising appointment visit: https://tinyurl.com/8nrcckds "Work Hard ~ Play Harder!"