Lewis & Clark Summer Sustainability Internships

[Jessica Kleiss]

The LC Office of Sustainability has just announced their summer internship opportunities for students. You will receive 4 credit-hours towards graduation. You need not pay tuition; there is a $250 fee. Some of the internships are paid (some are stipend, some are not). Check out the internship opportunities below! 

- Jessica

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From: Amy Dvorak <adv...@lclark.edu>
Date: Mon, Feb 5, 2024 at 3:15 PM
Subject: Fwd: Bates Center Summer Sustainability course - application open!
To: sustainability-council <sustainabil...@lclark.edu>

Hey all - - Please share the below with you fabulous students! We've got some cool opportunities this summer.

All my best,

Amy Dvorak, Director of Sustainability (she/her/hers)|  Office of Sustainability Fowler 263|  Lewis & Clark College |  615 S Palatine Hill Road, MSC 134, Portland OR 97219 | P 503.768.7794 |  adv...@lclark.edu 

The Bates Center Summer Sustainability Internship Course will provide students with direct access to employers working on issues broadly related to sustainability in Portland, nationally, and internationally.

Students are supported throughout their internship, gaining valuable skills and expertise both in the classroom and in the workplace.

• Students receive 4-credit hours as well as participate in an 8-12 week long internship.
• Internships will be secured in advance of student application to the program. The majority of these internships are only available to Lewis & Clark students.
• Students will be matched with up to three internship placements, based on their expressed interests and the needs of the employers.
• The course will be limited to 10-12 students.

Eligibility and Approval Process:

• Eligible students are rising juniors and seniors who are graduating in ’25 or ’26.
• Students must apply and be accepted to the program prior to enrolling in the course.
• The course application requires two references and your resume.
• Application decisions will be made based on relevant skills and education as well as the quality of your references.
• Application period is from February 2-March 1.
  
• This program requires students attend an informational session during the spring semester, an in-person intensive course from May 13-17, 2024, as well as virtual weekly class meet-ups through August 2.

Application: Apply here by March 1

Internships: Check out the available positions! Students may also bring an internship employer into this program, to learn more contact Amy Dvorak.

References: Students must provide two references, including at least one LC faculty or staff, as part of your application. Please share this form with your references.

Have questions? Contact us: Amy Dvorak or 503.768.7794

Amy Dvorak, Director of Sustainability (she/her/hers)|  Office of Sustainability Fowler 263|  Lewis & Clark College |  615 S Palatine Hill Road, MSC 134, Portland OR 97219 | P 503.768.7794 |  adv...@lclark.edu