Top Environmental Internships for Students

April is a month when we focus on our environment; We craft sustainable, Earth-friendly practices and vow to make positive changes that lower our carbon footprint. But how can you help our planet as a student? In addition to making simple changes to help our planet, you can look for internship opportunities with an environmental focus. You do not have to have an environmental science degree or an environmental justice career path to get some of these internships. Pro Tip: Update your Fastweb Student Profile to include environmental student activities and environmental memberships like the Natural Resources Defense Council, Sierra Club, World Wide Fund for Nature and etc. An updated profile with details leads to more relevant internship & scholarship matches—share what you are passionate about so we can find you the best scholarship and internship fit.

Environmental Internships

Sustainable Food Internship Deadline: 4/8/24 The Sustainable Food Internship is available to students with a strong interest in environmental stewardship, sustainable agriculture, or local food production / systems. Interns will gain hands - on experience as organic growers and sustainable food entrepreneurs through programs that build and nourish the community. Previous gardening, greenhouse, restaurant, or culinary experience is desired but not required. This position is located in Dillon and Frisco and Summit County, CO. Earth Day Network Summer Internship Deadline: Varies The Earth Day Network Summer Internship is available to students with a strong interest in and knowledge of current US and international environmental issues. You must have proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, excellent writing and communication skills, and a professional demeanor to be considered for this position. As an intern, you will be supporting Earth Day Network in our efforts to connect our global network of grassroots organizations, local authorities, educators, and youth. Chipotle Sustainability Internship Deadline: Varies The Sustainability Internship is open to undergraduate students who are pursuing a degree in environmental sciences. You must demonstrate problem solving and decision-making skills, be self-motivated and able to work both independently and within a team environment, have the ability to build successful working relationships by listening and communicating effectively and have experience with research and process development. Intern duties may include: provide analysis of the current adoption rates of various packaging materials, assess the environmental impacts as a result of materials manufacturing, create a summary of the state of the compostable market and other duties as necessary. This internship is based in Newport Beach, CA. The Chicago Botanic Garden REU Program Deadline: Varies The Chicago Botanic Garden REU Program is available to undergraduate participants with the opportunity to explore a diverse array of scientific fields related to plant biology and conservation. As an intern, you will be trained in all stages of research, from hypothesis formulation through experimental design, data collection, analysis, and ultimately presentation of results through a public research symposium. Laureus Sustainability Internship Deadline: Varies The Laureus Sustainability Internship is available to available to students 18 years and older who are tech savvy with Microsoft Office/other applications, possess excellent communication skills, are innovative, can work in a fast-paced environment, and are energetic and eager to assist on projects and initiatives. As an intern, you will contribute to a variety of research methods to analyze, report, and provide recommendations for sustainability projects and programs. You will also aide in the development and implementation of social impact initiatives and events and assist in developing communications and learning and development material to promote the revised ESG Framework strategy. Conservation Science Internship Deadline: Varies The Conservation Science Internship is available to students with an interest in raptor and bird conservation. Intern duties will include learning basic techniques in conservation science and education, monitoring wildlife and working with volunteers, visitors and school groups. Turtle Island Restoration Network, REMOTE Intern Deadline: Varies The Remote Intern is available to students interested in the field of legal aid, social media, graphic design, web development, research, advocacy/activism, and journalism. Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Internship Deadline: Varies Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum offers Internships to undergraduate students who are interested working in areas of museum administration, collections, research, education, events, and marketing. Candidates should demonstrate commitment and interest in nature and to the environment. Interns learn about the museum field while completing at least one project that is critical to the Nature Museum's success. Academic credit may be available. Summer Wildlife Intern – Wildcare Inc. Deadline: Varies The Summer Wildlife Intern position is open to students who are interested in the care and treatment of injured and orphaned wildlife. Hawk Mountain Sanctuary, Conservation Science Internship Deadline: Varies The Conservation Science Internship is available to students with an interest in raptor and bird conservation. Intern duties will include learning basic techniques in conservation science and education, monitoring wildlife and working with volunteers, visitors and school groups. Consider applying for these environmental scholarships too.