Engagement Opportunities

Visit this website for all posted American Conservation Experience Opportunities. Internships available across the country in a variety of disciplines. Many opportunities within US National Parks.

Environment for the Americas and its partners are committed to connecting diverse students with careers in conservation, natural resources, history, geology, with skill-building internships with national parks, national forests, wildlife refuges, and other sites.

Environment America is a national network of 30 state environmental groups. Our staff work together for clean air, clean water, clean energy, wildlife and open spaces, and a livable climate. Our members across the United States put grassroots support behind our research and advocacy.

The Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) Science, Technology and Policy (STP) Program serves as a next step in the educational and professional development of scientists and engineers by providing opportunities to participate in policy-related and technical projects at DOE's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy in Washington, D.C. and Golden, CO.

The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality is seeking a talented and engaged intern who wants to develop beyond the classroom. In this role, you will be responsible for reviewing annual air emission inventory reports submitted to the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality by industrial facilities holding air quality permits. This position is available for remote work on a full-time basis within Arizona (including virtual office arrangements).

The Arizona Department of Water Resources (ADWR) has an excellent opportunity for a highly-skilled and motivated Community Water Systems Intern – Statewide Planning Section. The intern will play an instrumental role in supporting the Community Water Systems (CWS) program and might have opportunities to assist with other initiatives within the Statewide Planning section. The CWS program collaborates with and regulates water systems across Arizona, aiding them in water supply management, and guiding them in their drought and conservation strategies.

TANGO is looking for a graduate student for a summer internship opportunity! This intern will support research for evaluations and policy papers, conduct quality control of field data, and support analysis of data. TANGO is a global leader in food security, livelihoods, and resilience. They provide institutional and technical support to organizations working to alleviate hunger and poverty among vulnerable populations around the world.

Southwest Decision Resources works on a variety of projects related to natural resources and community development, with the benefit of customizing internship projects to the interests of the intern. The intern would focus on aspects of our projects that best align with their interest and skills and the needs of the project.

The Borderland Restoration Networks' Native Plant and Restoration Education Intern will support the Native Plant Program staff and the Education Program staff and will work at the seed barn, native plant nursery, and BRN administrative offices.

The internship position with the Community Gardens of Tucson involves coordinating volunteer days in the garden as well as coordinating volunteers for outreach activities. This internship position is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in community engagement, event planning, volunteer management, and leadership skills.