About the Organization:
The Altar Valley Conservation Alliance is a watershed based collaborative conservation organization and a non-profit dedicated to preserving the ~600,000-acre Altar Valley in Arizona. Its mission is to promote a thriving agricultural economy and sustain a resilient rural community.
Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources is a Department at Pima County. Its mission is to protect and preserve the natural environment (CLR manages over 250,000-acres) guided by the Sonoran Desert Conservation plan.
The Altar Valley Conservation Alliance and Pima County work closely together on many conservation projects, and the intern will work on shared projects of both of these organizations.
Website:
https://altarvalleyconservation.org/
https://www.pima.gov/3209/Conservation-Lands-Resources
About the Internship:
The main goals of the internship are to apply newly learned Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and Remote Sensing (RS) skills and to continue to acquire GIS and RS knowledge in natural resource management projects. Projects include updating existing GIS layers both in the office and out in the field, map and application maintenance and development (utilizing Esri ArcGIS OnLine), and GIS analysis.
Expectations, Responsibilities, and Duties:
• Updating existing GIS layers (e.g., water sources, fence lines, structures, invasives)
• Helping to develop mobile data collection workflows and applications
• Map and web application maintenance and development
• Support specific conservation and research projects – involves working with Ranchers, Conservation, and Pima County staff
• Assist with drone flights
Required Qualifications:
• Strong Knowledge of the Esri suite of software: Focus on ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS OnLine, Field Maps, Survey123, StoryMaps, Dashboards, and Experience Builder. Importing legacy ArcMap documents may also be required
• Creating/editing vector spatial data and interacting with an expansive GIS library
• Good communication skills
• Strong interest in applying technology to natural resources
Preferred Qualifications:
• Strong knowledge using ArcGIS Pro to edit and publish data to ArcGIS OnLine
• Knowledge developing cartographic products, including web mapping applications such as Instant Apps, StoryMaps, Dashboards, and Experiences
• Ability to conduct spatial analysis, spatial modeling, and statistical analysis
• Interest in flying drones and working with Imagery
Student Benefits:
• Opportunity to continue to build strong GIS skills applied to Natural Resource Management
• Applying GIS and RS skills learned in class to Conservation Programs
• Collaborating with Agencies and Environmental experts
• Interfacing with Conservation staff by helping to build GIS solutions
Internship Location:
Both in person and virtual.
Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources is located at 201 N. Stone (downtown Tucson).
Occasional field work will involve trips to the Altar Valley and County Lands.
Internship Hours:
10–15 hours per week. Student is expected to attend regular meetings with mentor and occasional project meetings with Altar Valley and Pima County staff.
Mentor:
Student is expected to work closely with the Altar Valley GIS Director and Pima County GIS Manager primarily working with County Conservation Lands and Resources Department (one and the same person).
Number of Positions Available:
1
About the Organization:
The Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management's Invasive Plant Program is a cooperative forestry program, funded primarily by the USDA Forest Service, state and private forestry. This program is intended to support cooperative management of non-native invasive plants that change the natural fire regime, alter watersheds, degrade wildlife habitat, out-compete native vegetation and crops, and destroy the natural beauty of the Arizona landscape.
Website:
https://dffm.az.gov/forestry-community-forestry/forest-health
About the Internship:
The DFFM’s Invasive Plant Program is seeking an intern to assist with the collection and verification of invasive plant species data in EDDMapS (Early Detection & Distribution Mapping System), a collaborative mapping tool used for tracking invasive species across North America.
The data collected is being used to develop a Spatial Invasive Infestation Priority Analysis (SIIPA) tool for the State of Arizona that will assist land managers with designing treatment plans for invasive plant populations.
Optional: Attend local collaborative meetings related to invasive plants to network and connect with landscape management professionals.
Expectations, Responsibilities, and Duties:
• Attend biweekly check‑in meeting with supervising staff member
• Attend monthly all‑staff Specialized Forestry Program meetings as pertinent
• Communicate regularly with supervising staff member, checking email and/or chats and responding within 48 hours
• Learn how to correctly identify up to 12 invasive plant species (training available)
• Register as verifier on EDDMapS to review submitted invasive plant data for identified species
• Assist with collecting bulk data submissions from DFFM partner organizations
• Assist with developing EDRR (Early Detection Rapid Response) target lists for the DFFM’s Northern, Northeast, Southeast, Central, and Northwest districts
• Provide feedback on your experience to the supervising staff member
Required Qualifications:
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of Google Workspace (Gmail, Docs, Drive, Calendar, Meet, and Chat)
• Basic knowledge of invasive plant ecology and management
• Basic native and nonnative plant identification skills
Preferred Qualifications:
• Background in Forestry or related natural resource program
• Experience with EDDMapS or similar web‑based mapping systems
• Basic GIS skills and experience using software such as ArcGIS
• Data collection and analysis skills
• Ability to work independently and be self‑motivated
Student Benefits:
• Flexible remote work schedule
• Hands‑on training in invasive plant species identification
• Data collection and analysis skills
• Opportunity to network with natural resource and landscape professionals
• Professional references upon completion of internship
Internship Location:
Primarily virtual with some opportunities to work in the field. Field opportunities include invasive plant identification trainings and site visits to relevant Invasive Plant Grant (IPG) projects.
Internship Hours:
Approximately 5–10 hours per week during weekdays. Hours are flexible.
Mentor:
Jessi Szopinski (Primary), Invasive Plant Program Coordinator
Jacob Draper (Secondary), Invasive Plant Program Specialist
Number of Positions Available:
1
About the Organization:
The Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management (DFFM) sponsors the Arizona Magnificent Tree Program designed to recognize trees that are the largest of their species (Champion Trees), trees having cultural significance (Heritage Trees), and trees proven in place since Arizona became a state in 1912 (Witness Trees). This program is tied to the American Forests Champion Tree Program, which is a national award program for Champion Trees.
Website:
https://dffm.az.gov/arizonas-magnificent-trees
About the Internship:
Interns will assist with a series of tasks including, but not limited to, Magnificent Tree database management and troubleshooting, tree measuring, development of outreach materials and program content, editing a Google Map of publicly accessible trees, and photo and submission management.
The database includes magnificent trees nominated over the past 22 years, including some trees that need to be reverified. Depending on interests, interns may assist with:
• Creation of the Annual Report of newly nominated trees using a Canva template
• Editing and modification of the database housing tree measurement and champion tree data
• Edits and updates to the Arizona Magnificent Tree Program Guidance Manual
• Measurement of trees across Arizona
• Scanning historical documents from nominations prior to 2017
• GIS/Google Map development of publicly accessible nominated trees
• Assisting with or participating in tree measurement workshops in northern and southern Arizona
Expectations, Responsibilities, and Duties:
• Attend bi‑weekly check‑in meetings with supervising staff
• Attend monthly all‑staff Specialized Forestry Program meetings as pertinent
• Identify at least one project of focus and develop an action plan
• Communicate regularly with supervising staff, responding within 24–48 hours
• Review DFFM documentation and reference materials
• Prepare final deliverables by agreed‑upon deadlines
• Log internship hours
• Provide feedback to supervising staff
Required Qualifications:
• Communication and writing skills
• Public engagement and participation
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Initiative and organizational skills
• Desire to work outdoors as well as on computers
Preferred Qualifications:
• Public speaking skills
• Interest in traveling for tree measurements
• Ability to use Google Maps
• Proficiency with Google Spreadsheets and Documents
• Spanish translation skills (bonus, not required)
Student Benefits:
• Hands‑on environmental education experience
• Networking with forestry professionals
• Applied database and GIS experience
• Professional references upon completion
Internship Location:
Mostly virtual with optional in‑person work across Tucson and Arizona.
Internship Hours:
5–10 hours per week. Potential Saturday workshops and evening presentations via Zoom.
Mentor:
Alison Faller, Urban Forestry Specialist
Number of Positions Available:
1
About the Organization:
The Arizona Desert National Parks Partnership (ADNPP) is a nonprofit organization on a mission to ensure that some of Arizona’s most spectacular and least-visited national parks can thrive. Founded in 2021, ADNPP supports National Park Service units in central and southern Arizona—from the Verde Valley in the north to the U.S./Mexico border in the south—that face unique funding challenges due to their geographic isolation and smaller surrounding populations. Partner parks include Montezuma Castle National Monument, Chiricahua National Monument, Tumacácori National Historical Park, and Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument, among others.
ADNPP strengthens these parks through fundraising, volunteer engagement, science support, and building deeper collaboration between parks and the communities and tribal nations that surround them. ADNPP is guided by a bold vision: that the extraordinary natural and cultural landscapes of our National Parks—and the stories they hold—are understood, supported, and sustained for this and future generations. We carry out that vision by building financial support, expanding educational opportunities, inspiring community champions, and fostering deeper connections between parks, communities, and sovereign Tribes of the region.
We are a young, action-oriented organization moving quickly to fill critical gaps at parks that need partners right now—and this internship is an opportunity to be part of that work from the ground up.
Website:
https://www.azdesertparks.org/
About the Internship:
This is a hands-on, mission-driven internship for a student who wants to do meaningful work—not just observe it. Working directly with ADNPP’s Executive Director, the intern will help advance strategic initiatives that connect people with Arizona’s national parks and support the science, culture, and community programs that make those parks remarkable.
Day-to-day work will span science communication, social media content creation, community outreach, and organizational support. The intern will also design and lead an independent project of their own choosing—developed collaboratively with their mentor—drawn from ADNPP’s active program areas. Possible project directions include:
• Supporting wildlife, conservation science, archaeology, or historic preservation at partner parks
• Developing park-based curricula with local teachers
• Working with parks to organize and promote community celebrations at a nearby partner park
• Deepening community engagement at a specific park
• Building public awareness around conservation legislation affecting Arizona parks
• Youth engagement
Travel to partner parks is a meaningful part of this internship—the intern will be invited to go on at least three field trips to parks across southern and central Arizona, with travel costs covered by ADNPP. This is a rare opportunity to get into the field, meet park staff, and see firsthand the places and people this work is meant to serve.
Expectations, Responsibilities, and Duties:
• Collaborate with the Executive Director to advance ADNPP’s strategic priorities, including science communication, community engagement, and park advocacy—this is a collaborative effort, not a solo assignment
• Create engaging social media content (posts, graphics, short-form writing) that connects followers with the natural, cultural, and scientific stories of partner parks
• Research, write, and help distribute organizational communications, including newsletters and program updates
• Assist in documenting and communicating ongoing science and stewardship projects at partner parks
• Participate in field visits to partner parks, engaging directly with park staff and landscapes
• Design and lead a standalone independent project in an area of the intern’s choosing, developed collaboratively with the Executive Director and connected to ADNPP’s mission
• Participate in ADNPP board meetings and contribute to organizational planning discussions
• Support outreach and relationship-building with partner organizations, communities, and tribal partners
Required Qualifications:
• Genuine passion for conservation, public lands, and the mission of the National Park Service
• Good written communication skills, including the ability to write clearly for general audiences
• Attention to detail and a commitment to producing quality work
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a small, collaborative team
• Curiosity and a genuine willingness to ask questions and learn throughout the internship
• Comfort with ambiguity and an ability to take initiative when direction is not fully prescribed
• Reliable, punctual, and responsive—able to manage flexible hours and meet deadlines
• Willingness to travel to parks in southern and central Arizona for field visits (transportation provided)
Preferred Qualifications:
• Passion for learning and advancing the mission of conservation and community-serving organizations
• Experience creating social media content—posts, graphics, short video, or storytelling—for an organization, cause, or personal project
• Familiarity with or interest in the history, ecology, or cultural landscapes of the Sonoran Desert and the U.S.-Mexico borderlands
• Experience conducting field work, biological surveys, or outdoor research of any kind
• Spanish language skills (spoken or written) as a plus for community outreach in southern Arizona
Student Benefits:
• Visit some of Arizona’s most extraordinary and least-crowded national parks—Chiricahua, Organ Pipe Cactus, Tumacácori, Montezuma Castle, and more—on field trips
• Lead a real, independent project with a tangible outcome—something you’ll be able to put in a portfolio, present at a conference, or be proud of
• Build relationships with National Park Service staff, tribal partners, scientists, and community leaders across Arizona
• Gain broad professional experience spanning science communication, nonprofit management, community engagement, and public lands advocacy
• Participate in ADNPP board meetings and get a behind-the-scenes look at how a growing nonprofit operates
• Flexible schedule designed to fit your academic and personal life—this internship works around you
Internship Location:
Hybrid—a mix of remote/virtual work and in-person engagement. The intern will attend select ADNPP board meetings (most are virtual) and participate in at least three field trips to partner parks in southern and central Arizona. Travel costs would be covered by ADNPP, and trip schedules are set collaboratively to work with the intern’s academic calendar.
Internship Hours:
10–15 hours per week during the academic year (fall and spring semesters). The schedule is flexible and built around the intern’s class schedule and personal commitments.
Mentor:
Brian Powell, Executive Director of ADNPP
Number of Positions Available:
1
About the Organization:
The Bears Ears Inter‑Tribal Coalition (Coalition) is comprised of five tribes—Hopi, Navajo Nation, Ute Mountain Ute, Ute Indian Tribe of the Uintah and Ouray, and Zuni Tribe—that successfully advocated for the creation of the Bears Ears National Monument and were also tasked with collaborative management of the Monument.
Resources Legacy Fund acts as fiscal sponsor for the Bears Ears Inter‑Tribal Coalition Project (“Project”); the Project operates for the benefit of the Coalition.
The Coalition’s greater mission is served by several goals which include:
(1) protecting and safeguarding cultural and natural resources in the region,
(2) legitimizing Traditional Indigenous and Ecological Knowledge (TIK/TEK) as equally valid scientific evidence for land stewardship practices,
(3) reconnecting and healing communities by fostering connection to and appreciation of ancestral homelands and;
(4) building capacity by cultivating opportunities and spaces for intergenerational knowledge and culture sharing.
Website:
https://www.bearsearscoalition.org/about-the-coalition/
About the Internship:
The Land Management Intern is responsible for providing research, analysis, and general support to Coalition Leadership and staff, as well as support with collaborative management documentation and retention of information.
The position requires coordination with the Interim Director and the Land Team as they develop and implement stewardship practices to collaboratively manage the Tribally recognized 1.9 million-acre Bears Ears Landscape. This will include assisting Coalition staff with the creation and transmitting of information to ensure that Traditional Indigenous Knowledge and Tribal expertise are incorporated into land management practices for the Bears Ears National Monument.
The position will also include supporting community outreach with the Tribal Stewardship and Engagement Coordinator.
Expectations, Responsibilities, and Duties:
• Attend necessary staff calls and tribal leader meetings
• Prepare presentations and reports for Tribal leadership
• Assist with note-taking when necessary
• Support the gathering and compilation of background information for Tribal leadership and Tribal support staff
• Provide support to communications, advocacy, and operations portions of the organization as needed
• Assist with facilitating Tribal support staff feedback on projects and programs
• Support meeting logistics as needed
Required Qualifications:
• Knowledge of and familiarity with any one of the following areas: indigenous rights, tribal sovereignty, conservation, environmental protection, and social justice
• Strong verbal communication skills, including conveying messages clearly and concisely, paraphrasing, selecting language appropriate for the audience, encouraging others to share input, and exercising cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Strong writing skills. Ability to synthesize factual information from multiple sources into a lucid, cohesive written product
• Ability to work effectively and in collaboration with diverse groups
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage extensive documentation and written information
• Ability to adhere to numerous deadlines, conflicting priorities and handle multiple tasks efficiently
Preferred Qualifications:
• Strong data visualization skills
• Ability to resolve conflicts professionally and maintain patience, grace, and humor under pressure
• Technological abilities to ensure compliance with confidentiality policies
• Strong editing skills and attention to detail
Student Benefits:
• Values-based Indigenous-led organization that prioritizes leadership development
• Opportunity to meaningfully contribute to organizational priorities
• Direct interaction with elected Tribal officials
• Extensive networking opportunities
• Tenured staff invested in intern development
Internship Location:
This internship is 100% remote with several opportunities to travel if the student’s schedule permits.
Internship Hours:
10–15 hours per week (not to exceed 29 hours per week). Flexible scheduling prioritizing academic commitments.
Mentor:
Lauren Henson (supervisory mentor) and Jenny Rosas (primary manager)
Number of Positions Available:
1
About the Organization:
The Community Food Bank is committed to addressing the root causes of food insecurity, including climate change, systemic forms of discrimination, and inequitable access to resources through food distribution, food and gardening education, and community development programs.
The Abundant Harvest Cooperative operates as a community development program under the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona striving to build a resilient network of backyard gardeners and small farmers working together to strengthen our local food systems by creating economic and educational opportunities. Participating in AHC is a low-risk way for small growers and backyard gardeners to aggregate their agricultural products, access a wide consumer base, and earn extra revenue. Through the steady presence at market and the diversity of AHC products, community members of all situations have greater access to local, healthy food and AHC growers benefit from a wider customer base at the shared AHC Booth.
Website:
https://www.communityfoodbank.org/how-we-help/local-food/
About the Internship:
UA Earth Grant Intern will work with the Community Foods Coordinator and Local Food Pathways Team to support with the day-to-day operations of the Abundant Harvest Cooperative, deepen connections among growers, and build capacity for growers to expand their skills and take on leadership roles within the Cooperative.
This includes working with growers of diverse backgrounds, deepening grower engagement through seasonal grower meetings, developing educational opportunities, analyzing programmatic grower data and working alongside growers, staff and volunteers to carry out the logistics of running a weekly Cooperative farm stand.
Projects can range from but are not limited to collaborating with growers and community partners to develop workshops, attending grower site visits, analyzing programmatic data to identify seasonal trends, and developing educational and promotional material for further Cooperative development.
The intern will be able to deepen their knowledge and understanding of work within the local food system, understand the importance of access and education around fresh foods in low-income communities to support disinvested growers, farmers, and entrepreneurs and develop their skills around cooperative food distribution, food safety and community development programs.
Expectations, Responsibilities, and Duties:
• Support with receiving produce, distributing payments, communicating with growers and preparing for market at the weekly Grower Check‑in (CFB Main Office – 3003 S. Country Club Rd: Wednesdays 10am–3pm)
• Compile and analyze annual grower data and sales reports to share during seasonal Grower Meetings
• Support with developing or coordinating educational opportunities for AHC Growers
• Accompany AHC Coordinator during Grower site visits and educational opportunities
• Support with booth setup, produce rotation, customer check out and booth take-down at the AHC Booth at the weekly Santa Cruz River Farmers Market (MSA Annex – 267 South Avenida del Convento: Thursdays 2p–7p Winter, 3p–8p Summer)
Required Qualifications:
• Interest in local food systems and community education and development, particularly in low-income and culturally diverse communities
• In person and remote work (Transportation, Internet Access)
• Ability to work in an office, warehouse, and outside during all seasons
• Ability to lift up-to 40 pounds
• Ability to work and communicate respectfully with people from diverse social backgrounds including race, ethnicity, age, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ability, and socio-economic circumstances
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with local agriculture, sustainable food systems, farmer’s markets, and agricultural community development programs
• Bilingual (Opportunity to work with English, Spanish, Kirundi, and Swahili speakers)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, Excel, QuickBooks, Canva, and Constant Contact
• Experience with post-harvest food safety and handling
Student Benefits:
• Learn how to build relationships and collaborate with small-scale food producers and community partners
• Hone communication skills by engaging with growers at check-in and customers at market
• Develop practical skills with inventory management, warehouse safety, and safe food handling
• Build endurance working outside in all weather conditions
• Gain understanding of seasonal produce and local food supply-chains
• Develop a deeper understanding of how public assistance programs interact with food systems and the role they play in food access
Internship Location:
• In person and virtual
• Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona (3003 S. Country Club Rd, Tucson, AZ)
• Santa Cruz River Farmers Market (267 S. Avenida del Convento, Tucson, AZ)
• Remote work location flexible
Internship Hours:
Intern is expected to contribute approximately 5–10 hours per week.
Grower Check‑In at CFB on Wednesdays (10am–3pm) is generally expected to be an in‑person commitment each week. Supporting the AHC Booth at market on Thursdays, attending educational opportunities and site visits and remote work on other projects are flexible and can be discussed as needed.
Mentor:
Alex Bencomo; Amrita Khalsa; Emmanuel Morales
Number of Positions Available:
1
About the Organization:
The Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona (CFBSA) works toward a healthy, hunger-free community by addressing the root causes of food insecurity, including climate change, systemic discrimination, and inequitable access to resources.
As a program of the Community Food Bank, the Santa Cruz River Farmers Market focuses on increasing access to local, nutrient-dense foods by supporting local agriculture, building vibrant community spaces, and fostering economic opportunity.
Website:
https://www.communityfoodbank.org/how-we-help/local-food/
About the Internship:
The Santa Cruz River Farmers Market Assistant will work with the Farmers Market Network and Advocacy Coordinator to support weekly planning and operations for the Thursday farmers market. Responsibilities include social media and newsletter content creation, accounting support, vendor and customer communication, seasonal programming, and vendor meetings.
Expectations, Responsibilities, and Duties:
• Support weekly Friday market accounting tasks
• Be on-site at the Thursday farmers market
• Create weekly social media posts and newsletters on Canva and Constant Contact
• Spearhead marketing and social media campaigns
• Support data collection efforts, including customer surveys and Excel spreadsheets
• Potential to lead or develop programmatic projects based on the intern’s interests
Required Qualifications:
• Interest in learning about local food systems, small farmers, local businesses, and community-centered spaces
• Ability to work both in person and remotely
• Comfort working outdoors setting up tents and interacting with customers at the farmers market
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite and Canva
• Ability to work and communicate respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds
Preferred Qualifications:
• Bilingual in Spanish
• Experience or coursework related to food systems, food access, or systems change
• Proficiency with social media platforms, Canva, and newsletters
• Experience using Excel and supporting data collection
Student Benefits:
• Deeper understanding of food benefit programs including SNAP, Double Up, Farmers Market Nutrition Program, Pascua Yaqui, and Food Smart
• Development of customer service and communication skills
• Increased knowledge of food systems and the local food supply chain
• Experience with weekly market operations and accounting processes
Internship Location:
Community Food Bank office and Santa Cruz River Farmers Market, with remote flexibility.
Internship Hours:
Approximately 10–15 hours per week.
Mentor:
Amrita Khalsa, Farmers Market Network and Advocacy Coordinator
Number of Positions Available:
1
About the Organization:
To cultivate community gardens where we empower people to grow nutritious food, foster environmental responsibility, and learn together to build healthier, more resilient communities.
Website:
https://www.communitygardensoftucson.org/
About the Internship:
The Community Outreach and Communications Internship will support Community Gardens of Tucson in expanding community awareness and engagement with our gardens, programs, and events.
The main goal of the internship is to strengthen outreach efforts so more Tucson residents can learn about opportunities to garden, attend workshops, volunteer, and participate in community events. The intern will assist with developing outreach materials, supporting digital communications, and representing the organization at community events to help grow participation and deepen community connections.
Expectations, Responsibilities, and Duties:
• Design and distribute outreach flyers promoting garden programs, workshops, and events
• Assist with creating and scheduling social media content across CGT platforms
• Develop short videos and visual content for social media and the organization’s website
• Support email outreach and engagement campaigns promoting events, volunteer opportunities, and educational programming
• Attend community events and outreach opportunities to represent Community Gardens of Tucson
• Assist with photographing garden activities, workshops, and events for communications materials
• Help maintain and organize outreach materials and content libraries
• Collaborate with staff to brainstorm new strategies for community engagement and storytelling
Required Qualifications:
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Basic familiarity with social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, etc.)
• Ability to create clear and engaging outreach materials
• Comfortable interacting with community members and representing the organization at events
• Organized and able to manage multiple small projects or tasks
• Interest in community development, food systems, sustainability, or nonprofit work
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with graphic design tools such as Canva or Adobe Creative Suite
• Basic video editing or content creation experience
• Experience with email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp, Constant Contact, or similar)
• Photography skills or interest in visual storytelling
• Experience working or volunteering in community-based or nonprofit settings
• Interest in gardening, food access, environmental education, or urban agriculture
Student Benefits:
• Experience with graphic design tools such as Canva
• Basic video editing or content creation experience
• Experience with email marketing platforms
• Photography skills or interest in visual storytelling
• Experience working or volunteering in community-based or nonprofit settings
Internship Location:
Hybrid, working in gardens and from home.
Internship Hours:
10–15 hours per week
Mentor:
Brittany Guerrero
Number of Positions Available:
1
About the Organization:
Compost Cats is a student-focused and community-based program of the University of Arizona’s Office of Sustainability. Compost Cats transforms organic waste into nutrient-rich compost, advancing waste diversion, climate action, and food security. Through advocacy, community engagement, and environmental stewardship, we provide free composting services, training, and resources to empower the Tucson and university communities in creating a more sustainable future. By leading these hands-on efforts, our student employees gain real-world experience and develop career-ready skills.
Website:
compostcats.arizona.edu
About the Internship:
Regular duties include creation and management of compost/composting systems, waste management, training for commercial business employees, potential operation of small-scale equipment for organic materials processing, collection and reporting of data to the Compost Cats Coordinators, auditing and/or decontamination of food waste loads (please be prepared to get dirty), participation in zero-waste effort events, and more. The successful candidate will inform and inspire the Tucson community about food waste reduction, materials cycling, soil health, sustainable agriculture, and environmental stewardship.
Expectations, Responsibilities, and Duties:
• Complete required University, safety, and operation trainings (10–25+ paid hours)
• Design and maintain small compost systems, operate small-scale equipment, and collect samples and data
• Conduct introductory, experiential composting workshops and trainings for a range of audiences, including K‑12 students, adult community members, and business partners
• Develop and conduct virtual and in-person trainings for local businesses and community partners (FoodCycle Program participants)
• Attend weekly general employee meetings and other meetings as assigned
• Maintain clear and open lines of communication with everyone in the program, particularly the Coordinators and any relevant student leadership positions
• Early morning, evening, and weekend work will be required
• Take part in educational events, presentations, special projects, events, film screenings, and other occasional/periodic campus and community happenings (when appropriate)
Required Qualifications:
• Valid driver’s license and successful completion of the U of A defensive driver training is required
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to positively represent Compost Cats and the Office of Sustainability to our campus and community stakeholders
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills, including a strong proficiency in public speaking
• Ability to push, pull, or lift 25 pounds individually and 50 pounds or more in cooperation with another employee is required
• Ability to work outdoors in extreme cold or warm weather
• Ability to work 4+ hours in an outdoor setting
• Must be available to work in-person
• Must be available to work in-person early days and weekends
Preferred Qualifications:
• Access to personal vehicle – must be able to provide your own transportation to various off-site locations
• Background/interest in sustainability and/or environmental conservation/management
• Experience in writing grants, marketing communications, media releases, business reports and/or outreach materials, or similar documents
• Experience with irrigation installation and maintenance
Student Benefits:
• Experiential, hands-on learning to help with career development
• Learning about composting practices and teaching these skills to others
• Enhance communication skills by leading meetings, projects, and working in a team environment
• Enhance public speaking skills while talking to community members
• Project management skill development
Internship Location:
In person and virtual work. In-person office is in ENR2, with travel to various locations in Tucson.
Internship Hours:
10–20 hours per week. Includes some early morning, evening, and weekend work.
Mentor:
Kenzie Jackson, Sustainability Outreach Coordinator
Number of Positions Available:
1
About the Organization:
Compost Cats is a student-focused and community-based program of the University of Arizona’s Office of Sustainability. Compost Cats transforms organic waste into nutrient-rich compost, advancing waste diversion, climate action, and food security. Through advocacy, community engagement, and environmental stewardship, we provide free composting services, training, and resources to empower the Tucson and university communities in creating a more sustainable future. By leading these hands-on efforts, our student employees gain real-world experience and develop career-ready skills.
Website:
https://compostcats.arizona.edu/
About the Internship:
Assist with educational and outreach activities on and off campus. This includes, but is not limited to, K‑12 and community‑focused STEM programming/curricula, education and/or outreach events for a wide range of audiences at compost demonstration sites, trainings for commercial business employees, potential operation of small-scale equipment for maintenance of composting systems (please be prepared to get dirty), collection and reporting of metrics or data to the Compost Cats Coordinators; participation in zero‑waste effort events, and more.
Desired leadership role: Oversee curriculum creation and Compost Cats education efforts.
Expectations, Responsibilities, and Duties:
• Complete required University, safety, and operation trainings (10–25+ paid hours)
• Conduct introductory, experiential composting workshops and trainings for a range of audiences including K‑12 students, adult community members, and business partners
• Develop and deliver composting or sustainability curricula for a range of audiences at outdoor demonstration sites and classrooms
• Develop and conduct virtual and in‑person trainings for local businesses and community partners (FoodCycle participants)
• Take part in educational events, presentations, special projects, events, film screenings, and other occasional/periodic campus and community happenings
• Attend weekly general employee meetings and other meetings as assigned
• Maintain clear and open lines of communication with everyone in the program
• Early morning, evening, and weekend work will be required
• Maintain small compost systems, operate small‑scale equipment, and collect samples and data on an occasional basis
Required Qualifications:
• Valid driver’s license and successful completion of the U of A defensive driver training
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking
• Ability to push, pull, or lift 25 pounds
• Ability to work outdoors in extreme conditions
• Ability to work 4+ hours in an outdoor setting
• Must be available for in‑person shifts on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays from 8:30 am–12:30 pm
Preferred Qualifications:
• Access to personal vehicle
• Background or interest in sustainability or environmental conservation
• Experience in marketing communications or outreach materials
• Experience with public education and community engagement
• Experience working with K‑12 students or community groups
Student Benefits:
• Experiential, hands‑on learning for career development
• Learning composting practices and teaching these skills to others
• Enhanced communication and public speaking skills
• Learning about Arizona STEM education standards
Internship Location:
In‑person and virtual work. In‑person office located in ENR2 with travel to various locations in Tucson.
Internship Hours:
10–20 hours per week. Includes early morning, evening, and weekend work.
Mentor:
Kenzie Jackson, Sustainability Outreach Coordinator
Number of Positions Available:
1
About the Organization:
A unique combination of culture, science, and community, Tumamoc Hill is an 860‑acre ecological preserve in the heart of Tucson, home to the Desert Laboratory since 1903. Tumamoc Hill reflects over four millennia of cultural and ecological significance and is a U.S. National Historical Landmark.
Website:
https://desertlaboratory.arizona.edu/
About the Internship:
The main goal of this internship is to process, scan, document, and digitize boxes of Packrat Midden material from across the Southwest and upload this information to the Neotoma Paleoecology Database and the USGS North American Packrat Midden Database.
Expectations, Responsibilities, and Duties:
• Flexible, but ideally at least two shifts per week at 4–5 hours per shift
Required Qualifications:
• Proficient in Microsoft Word
Preferred Qualifications:
• Excel database knowledge
• Science, Anthropology, or Archaeology major
Student Benefits:
• Working on‑site at the oldest ecological research station in the U.S.
• Learning about the history and significance of Tumamoc Hill
• Learning about paleo‑ecology of the Sonoran Desert
• Hands‑on experience handling paleontological specimens
Internship Location:
In person at the Desert Laboratory on Tumamoc Hill, 1675 W Anklam Road, Tucson, AZ
Internship Hours:
2–4 hours per week, weekdays between 9am–5pm
Mentor:
Erin Tanaka, Program Coordinator
Number of Positions Available:
1
About the Organization:
A unique combination of culture, science, and community, Tumamoc Hill is an 860‑acre ecological preserve in the heart of Tucson, home to the Desert Laboratory since 1903. Tumamoc Hill is a U.S. National Historical Landmark with more than 2,500 years of cultural history.
The mission of the Desert Laboratory on Tumamoc Hill is to support research and outreach that provides insight into the cultural and natural history of the Sonoran Desert region.
Website:
https://desertlaboratory.arizona.edu/
About the Internship:
The main goal of this internship is to process, scan, document, and digitize boxes of historic Tumamoc weather data dating back to the early 1900s. These documents contain critical information on arid conditions and temperature fluctuations over decades and will be invaluable to climate scientists.
Expectations, Responsibilities, and Duties:
• Flexible, but ideally at least two shifts per week at 4–5 hours per shift
Required Qualifications:
• Proficient in Microsoft Word
Preferred Qualifications:
• Excel database knowledge
Student Benefits:
• Working on‑site at the oldest ecological research station in the U.S.
• Learning about the history and significance of Tumamoc Hill
• Other research and outreach opportunities if interest exists
Internship Location:
In person at the Desert Laboratory on Tumamoc Hill, 1675 W Anklam Road, Tucson, AZ
Internship Hours:
2–4 hours per week, weekdays between 9am–5pm
Mentor:
Erin Tanaka, Program Coordinator
Number of Positions Available:
1
About the Organization:
Flowers and Bullets (F&B) is a Grassroots Collective founded and led by Indigenous People of Color in the Barrio Centro neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. Our collective is composed of community members who are rooted in Barrio Centro and the surrounding neighborhoods. We come from disadvantaged communities and are doing sustainable, culturally relevant work in our own communities. As Indigenous people of color whose families migrated, we face disproportionate rates of incarceration, drug addictions, physical and mental violence, food insecurity, health issues, and economic disparities in our communities. Rather than let these traumas define us, we are breaking the cycles of racism, poverty, and trauma from colonization by uplifting and empowering our community.
Through our work, we are building a neighborhood-driven movement to reclaim and transform our 10 acre space, The Midtown Farm, centered in the neighborhood, as we face the impacts of climate change. At the farm, F&B is developing a safe and just space where both the people and the land can thrive.
Website:
http://www.flowersandbullets.com/
About the Internship:
The intern will work closely with staff leading the organization’s planning and strategy and outreach. Through this collaboration, they will help ensure that our internal processes and materials align with our broader organizational goals.
A key focus of this role will be supporting the review and alignment of our current marketing materials, website content, organizational narrative, and other identity resources. The intern will help with creating content on social media including images, reels, and flyers.
Strong, consistent messaging will also support our work in strategic decision-making, and with getting more donors and community members involved with our work.
Expectations, Responsibilities, and Duties:
• Support our team with the administrative side of organizing
• Outreach support: social media posts, content creation, printing and distribution of outreach materials
• Execute the organization and development of internal documents
• Support alignment of marketing and outreach materials
Required Qualifications:
• Proficiency of Google Suite
• Critical thinking skills
• Able to work as a team
• Able to work independently and self‑motivated
Preferred Qualifications:
• Knowledge using Excel or other database programs
• Ability to use Canva, Linktree, and similar tools
• Strong organizational, communication, and writing skills
• Second language fluency, preferably Spanish
• Ability to translate written materials if needed
• Transformative Justice or Restorative Justice outlook
• Skills or knowledge in finance, gardening, or food justice
Student Benefits:
• Learn about nonprofit and grassroots organizing and leadership
• Gain experience with community organizing
• Working in and with community
• Contributing to the vision of an urban green space
• Making a positive difference in the community
• Connection to the community and land
Internship Location:
Hybrid remote work and in person at Dunbar Pavilion (325 W 2nd St, Tucson, AZ 85705) or at the Midtown Farm (3538 E Ellington Pl, Tucson, AZ 85705)
Internship Hours:
15–20 hours per week, including some early morning and weekend hours. Weekly staff meetings Mondays 10:30–12:30pm (optional but preferred)
Mentor:
Rachel Lipscomb, Development Director
Number of Positions Available:
1
About the Organization:
Flowers and Bullets (F&B) is a Grassroots Collective founded and led by Indigenous People of Color in the Barrio Centro neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. Our collective is composed of community members who are rooted in Barrio Centro and the surrounding neighborhoods. We are doing sustainable, culturally relevant work in our own communities.
Through our work, we are reclaiming and transforming our 10 acre space, The Midtown Farm, centered in the neighborhood, to face the impacts of climate change. We believe in reconnecting our community and youth with Indigenous land‑based knowledge and ancestral lifeways to empower them to thrive.
Website:
http://www.flowersandbullets.com/
About the Internship:
This position will work closely with our farm team and our neighbors/community. The Farm Attendant internship focuses on cultivating maíz and nurturing a diverse range of plants and trees in our greenhouse through regenerative and collaborative land stewardship.
Interns will work alongside natural systems—water, animals, compost, and cover crops—to support healthy soil and sustainable food production. By restoring and caring for the land, we strengthen the health and resilience of our community and support food sovereignty.
Expectations, Responsibilities, and Duties:
• Land stewardship of the 10 acre farm space
• Maintain irrigation, farm operations, milpas (gardens), weeds
• Take care of the animals (goats)
• Maintain compost
• Connect with community members through workdays and workshops
• Support greenhouse operations including watering and seeding plants
Required Qualifications:
• Able to lift 50 lbs or more
• Able to bend down
• Able to be outside for several hours
• Able to work as part of a team and independently
• Critical thinking skills
• Basic computer skills
• Comfortable with hand tools or willing to learn
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with planting or farming
• Experience working with plants and soil
• Bilingual
• Comfortable with or willing to learn heavy equipment (trencher, tiller, tractor, etc.)
Student Benefits:
• Working in community and with animals
• Learning regenerative farming practices, water harvesting, and animal care
• Being outdoors
• Gaining new skills through hands‑on workshops
• Making a positive difference in the community
• Connecting to land and food sovereignty work
Internship Location:
In person, occasionally from home
Internship Hours:
15–20 hours per week, including mornings and Second Saturday hours
Mentor:
Tito Romero, Farm Manager
Rachel Lipscomb, Communications Director
Number of Positions Available:
2
About the Organization:
The Garden Kitchen offers whole health seed-to-table education in the areas of gardening, cooking, nutrition, and physical activity. We work with community members as well as organizations and governments to deliver programming throughout Pima County.
As a whole health program, our aim is to increase health equity for residents of Pima County, recognizing that wellness includes mind, body, and spirit. We do this through assessing community need and strengths, while working to increase families’ food security, increasing the availability of fresh foods where people live, work, and play, supporting opportunities for free physical activity, and facilitating opportunities for connection through mindfulness practices, community engagement, and storytelling activities.
Website:
https://thegardenkitchen.org/
About the Internship:
This position will be the manager of a university community garden, assisting with growing crops, volunteer recruitment, and maintaining the garden space for educational activities in the City of South Tucson, Arizona.
Join The Garden Kitchen team in creating a safe and vibrant space for community members to learn about gardening! The member will manage the garden space, ensuring that crops are culturally appropriate, maintained for the education of community members of all ages, and water saving techniques are implemented appropriately. This position is ideal for someone who wants to work independently outside in an arid, dry environment planting, harvesting, cultivating, weeding, and growing fruits and vegetables.
Expectations, Responsibilities, and Duties:
Plant and maintain vegetable plants and fruit trees in the community garden.
Remediate noxious plants and pests using organic and integrated pest management practices.
Ensure the irrigation system is fully functional and settings are optimized for plant health.
Coordinate with the Vertically Integrated Projects student team to create passive water saving demonstration areas.
Recruit volunteers to assist with garden maintenance.
Assist with all hands-on needs for The Garden Kitchen programming.
Required Qualifications:
General gardening knowledge
Ability to work independently
Ability to work with diverse populations
Ability to work outside in a variety of weather conditions
Ability to lift over 50 pounds
Communication
Conflict resolution
Leadership
Public speaking
Teamwork
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of seed saving, climate-smart gardening techniques, soil health, irrigation, etc.
Spanish proficiency
Student Benefits:
Professional development training
Student will connect with Garden Kitchen team, which includes people working across ages, sites, and intervention types (direct education, train-the-trainer, policy, etc.)
Students will be given time to research gardening best practices to increase their knowledge base
Internship Location:
The Garden Kitchen, 2205 S. 4th Ave, Tucson, Arizona 85714. With a few hours a week that may be done off-site.
Internship Hours:
15–20 hours per week. This position will require Tuesday mornings at the Garden Kitchen, but there can be flexibility around the other day(s) of the week. There may be a few hours of virtual, online work per week. All in-person time will happen during the week.
Mentor:
Jennifer Parlin
Interim Cooperative Extension Director, Pima County
Assistant Agent, The Garden Kitchen
Number of Positions Available:
1
About the Organization:
The Garden Kitchen offers whole health seed-to-table education in the areas of gardening, cooking, nutrition, and physical activity. We work with community members as well as organizations and governments to deliver programming throughout Pima County.
As a whole health program, our aim is to increase health equity for residents of Pima County, recognizing that wellness includes mind, body, and spirit. We do this through assessing community need and strengths, while working to increase families’ food security, increasing the availability of fresh foods where people live, work, and play, supporting opportunities for free physical activity, and facilitating opportunities for connection through mindfulness practices, community engagement, and storytelling activities.
Website:
https://thegardenkitchen.org/
About the Internship:
Are you passionate about working directly with the community? Excited to learn more about resilient local food systems, food access, and nutrition education? Thinking of a career in nutrition, human services, health services, or agriculture?
The intern will provide critical assistance with the PLAZA Mobile Market – learning about food access interventions and promoting the local food economy. Our approach to food system resilience addresses the whole food system. Produce from local farmers is purchased and sold affordably, supporting food access for local low-income residents.
The intern will support operation of PLAZA Mobile Market one to two times a week. This will include engaging with customers about the produce at the market and important resources, setting up and tearing-down the market, and networking with partners. Other duties may include supporting inventory, feedback surveys, and other business practices. This internship will include outreach and marketing for PLAZA Mobile Market – supporting social media, flyer distribution, and developing innovative ways of spreading the word.
Expectations, Responsibilities, and Duties:
Work with the PLAZA Mobile Market team to implement twice-weekly mobile markets
Engage with customers around regional and cultural importance of available produce, recipes, and simple nutrition education
Facilitate pickups of produce from partnering farm organizations and farmer drop-offs (depending on student availability)
Implement best practices with food safety, including cleaning the kitchen and dishes
Market and promote programming through social media, flyers, and community outreach events
Assist with hands-on needs for The Garden Kitchen programming
Required Qualifications:
Passionate about community programming
Enjoys interacting with diverse community members
Flexible and able to adapt to the unexpected
Ability to carry up to 25 pounds and stand for 2+ hours
Preferred Qualifications:
Proficiency in Spanish
Knowledge of cooking with produce and/or nutrition information
Knowledge of or experience with growing local produce
Interested in food justice and resilient food systems
Experience with the Sunnyside and/or South Tucson neighborhoods
Student Benefits:
Student will experience the high-energy, supportive, innovative, and fun PLAZA Mobile Market every week
Student will learn about food access issues and solutions in Tucson
Student will learn about local food systems, including Tucson’s farmers and local food markets
Student will connect with Garden Kitchen team, which includes people working across ages, sites, and intervention types (direct education, train-the-trainer, policy, etc.)
Internship Location:
Hybrid position. Primarily based at The Garden Kitchen (2205 S. 4th Ave, Tucson, AZ 85713), with mobile market operations at Valencia Library (202 W Valencia Rd, Tucson, AZ 85706) and Quincie Douglas Library (1585 E 36th St, Tucson, AZ 85713).
Internship Hours:
10–18 hours per week. Two or more of the following shifts:
10–12pm Tuesdays
12–2:30pm Tuesdays
8:30am–2pm Wednesdays
9am–2pm Thursdays
Plus a few hours of virtual administrative work per week. No weekend work required.
Mentor:
Meredith Glaubach, Local Food System Coordinator (primary contact)
Cordelia Finely, PLAZA Mobile Market Assistant (secondary contact)
Number of Positions Available:
2
About the Organization:
The Health Humanities Hub (H3) at the University of Arizona is a new initiative from the College of Humanities (COH), in collaboration with the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine (AWCIM), which explores how the health sciences and the humanities are linked.
We foster interdisciplinary inquiry at the intersection of human health, culture, and the environments in which people live. Centered in the humanities and collaborating across disciplines, H3 explores how human values, stories, and relationships with the world around us shape individual and community wellbeing. H3 advances scholarship, creative practice, and public engagement that recognize the many connections between changing cultural and environmental conditions, adaptation and resilience, and human flourishing.
Website:
https://healthhumanities.arizona.edu
About the Internship:
Using humanities approaches, this year‑long Earth Grant internship with H3 explores the vital connections between the environment, health, and wellbeing. Two interns will be selected to join the H3 team and work in one of two focus tracks, depending on the students’ interests and background:
Track A — Environmental Humanities & Natural Resource Interpretation
Track B — Social Prescribing & Nature Rx
Expectations, Responsibilities, and Duties:
All H3 interns will:
• Participate in regular team meetings and mentor check‑ins
• Contribute written or multimedia content (blog posts, social media, infographics, short videos)
• Assist with day‑to‑day operations of H3 and planning or facilitating H3 events
• Engage in continuing education activities
• Maintain a reflective log documenting learning and growth
• Complete all Earth Grant program requirements
Track‑specific responsibilities include research, outreach, interpretive program development, literature review, partner engagement, and pilot program design as described in the position description.
Required Qualifications:
• Meet all general Earth Grant program qualifications
• Adaptability, resourcefulness, and creative problem‑solving skills
• Curiosity about environmental conditions and cultural context
• Strong research, writing, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Comfort engaging with diverse audiences
Preferred Qualifications:
• Coursework or experience in humanities, environmental studies/science, public health, psychology, social work, sustainability, environmental justice, or related fields
• Experience with public program development
• Creative or multimedia storytelling experience
• Familiarity with interpretation or social prescribing practices
Student Benefits:
• Hands‑on experience in emerging interdisciplinary fields
• Professional portfolio development
• Networking across campus and community sectors
• Mentorship from H3 staff and affiliated faculty
• Contribution to meaningful work connecting health, place, and environment
Internship Location:
Hybrid. Combination of virtual work and in‑person work at the Health Humanities Hub at the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine, with some local site visits.
Internship Hours:
Approximately 12–15 hours per week during fall and spring semesters.
Mentor:
Christine Hoekenga, Health Humanities Hub Coordinator
Number of Positions Available:
2
About the Organization:
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) provides opportunities for refugees, asylees, victims of human trafficking, survivors of torture, and other immigrants to thrive in America. Each year, the IRC assists thousands of people who have been forced to flee violence and persecution.
The New Roots (NR) program supports gardening, food security, nutrition, enterprise, and production. NR Tucson collaborates with refugee and immigrant participants to build community resilience and strengthen the local food system.
Website:
https://www.rescue.org/united-states/tucson-az
About the Internship:
The Agriculture Intern will work alongside New Roots staff at garden sites and in planning spaces to increase program capacity. Interns assist with sustainable gardening, food access initiatives, infrastructure projects, workshops, and outreach.
Expectations, Responsibilities, and Duties:
• Collaborate on sustainable infrastructure projects
• Assist with farm and garden workshops
• Support garden maintenance at multiple sites
• Communicate with participants about events
• Track inventory of seeds, tools, and supplies
• Assist with outreach and social media
• Support volunteer days and community engagement
Required Qualifications:
• Experience or interest in food security and sustainable gardening
• Ability to work outdoors in varying conditions
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to self‑direct and work in a team
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite
Preferred Qualifications:
• Second‑language fluency (especially Kinyarwanda, Kirundi, Kiswahili, Arabic, Dari, French, or Spanish)
• Agricultural knowledge or interest in drip irrigation
Student Benefits:
• Hands‑on sustainable agriculture experience
• Cross‑cultural community engagement
• Access to IRC training resources
Internship Location:
Hybrid; IRC office and garden locations throughout central Tucson.
Internship Hours:
15–20 hours per week.
Mentor:
Eli Young, New Roots Farm & Garden Specialist
Number of Positions Available:
1
About the Organization:
The McNew Lab of Disease Ecology seeks undergraduates interested in studying the ecology and evolution of disease in wild birds. The lab is led by Dr. Sabrina McNew, Assistant Professor in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Arizona.
Website:
https://mcnewlab.com
About the Internship:
Student interns assist in laboratory and field projects centered on interactions between birds and their parasites and pathogens. Interns are mentored by graduate students or postdoctoral researchers and supported in developing independent research projects.
Expectations, Responsibilities, and Duties:
• Commit to a set schedule of approximately 8–10 hours of work per week
• Take initiative to learn research skills
• Track hours and communicate proactively with mentors
• Collect data following lab protocols
• Work independently once trained and within a collaborative team
Required Qualifications:
• Intro Biology (ECOL 182) and/or AP Biology score of 4+
• Interest in birds, parasites, or disease
Preferred Qualifications:
• ECOL 302
• Field research experience
• Familiarity with Excel or data management
Student Benefits:
• Hands‑on training in ecology and evolution
• Opportunities to present research at conferences
• Support with graduate and professional school applications
• Collaborative lab environment
Internship Location:
University of Arizona campus and field sites in southeastern Arizona.
Internship Hours:
8–10 hours per week.
Mentor:
Dr. Sabrina McNew
Number of Positions Available:
1–2
About the Organization:
The National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA) has been the leading citizen advocacy voice of the National Park System for over 100 years. NPCA works as a non-profit organization to protect and enhance our national park sites across the country. The Arizona Program of NPCA has been leading park and public lands protection work for 15 years, supporting all 22 of Arizona’s National Park Service (NPS) units and surrounding landscapes, from the Grand Canyon to Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument. NPCA is involved in several coalitions in the state focused on protecting critical public landscapes and cultural resources.
Website:
https://www.npca.org/
About the Internship:
Do you love National Parks? Learn how to advocate for them! National Parks are currently under threat and now it is more important than ever to become a park advocate. This internship will help you do just that.
You will support the NPCA Arizona Program Manager in leading work for the state’s national parks with a specific focus on strategic advocacy and community engagement. The intern will help with tasks related to executing a campaign plan through communications, the development of educational materials, and event planning. Activities will focus on wildlife connectivity in Saguaro National Park and may also include work related to Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument and Coronado National Memorial.
Expectations, Responsibilities, and Duties:
• Execute campaign plan related to wildlife connectivity
• Create campaign and educational materials
• Conduct outreach and tabling events
• Research park issues and stakeholders
• Assist with planning community events
• Write communications such as E‑Field Notes newsletter
Required Qualifications:
• Student currently in or interested in natural or cultural resources, conservation biology, ecology, climate science, environmental policy, environmental studies, education, or related fields
• Strong writing skills
• Experience in communication, education, or outreach
• Ability to manage multiple tasks
Preferred Qualifications:
• Interest in campaign strategy
• Interest in environmental policy
• Knowledge of the National Park Service
• Interest in working with Indigenous communities
Student Benefits:
• Advocacy and campaign experience
• Exposure to federal agencies and nonprofit processes
• Professional networking across the Southwest
Internship Location:
Remote/virtual with a few in‑person outings, events, and meetings.
Internship Hours:
10 hours per week.
Mentor:
Sanober Mirza, Arizona Program Manager
Number of Positions Available:
1
About the Organization:
Natural Building Works is a Tucson-based design and construction practice focused on natural building systems, ecological design, and climate-responsive architecture. The organization advances building methods that reduce environmental impact while improving human health and resilience in the built environment.
Website:
https://www.naturalbuildingworks.com/
About the Internship:
Natural Building Works is collaborating with community partners to develop environmental monitoring programs at the Cooper Center for Environmental Learning (Camp Cooper). Student cabins have recently been renovated using materials such as hemp block insulation, lime plaster, and mineral-based finishes, along with strategic passive design interventions such as improved ventilation and shading.
Indoor air quality monitoring systems were deployed prior to the renovations to establish baseline conditions and track temperature, humidity, carbon dioxide (CO₂), volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and particulate matter. Monitoring will continue following the renovations to evaluate the performance of these upgrades.
Expectations, Responsibilities, and Duties:
• Organizing and reviewing environmental monitoring data
• Assisting with analysis of air quality and thermal performance trends
• Creating charts, graphs, or summaries of monitoring results
Required Qualifications:
• Strong organizational and research skills
• Ability to work independently on project-based tasks in a self-directed environment
• Comfort working with data or willingness to learn basic data analysis tools
• Interest in sustainability, healthy buildings, and climate-responsive design
• Curiosity to learn and explore new ideas, and the ability to collaborate as part of a small team with a compassionate heart
Preferred Qualifications:
• Coursework or experience related to architecture, sustainability, engineering, or environmental science
• Familiarity with indoor air quality concepts or environmental monitoring
• Experience with Excel, Google Sheets, and/or basic data visualization tools
• Interest in natural building materials or healthy building design
Student Benefits:
• Experience working on a real-world building performance monitoring project
• Exposure to indoor environmental monitoring technologies and data analysis
• Understanding of how building materials influence indoor environmental health
• Experience translating technical data into educational and communication materials
• Opportunities to collaborate with professionals working in sustainable design and construction
Internship Location:
Primarily remote, with optional hybrid opportunities. Data analysis work can be completed remotely. Occasional meetings or site visits may take place in Tucson depending on student availability.
Internship Hours:
Approximately 10–20 hours per week, flexible scheduling.
Mentor:
Ray Clamons, Founder of Natural Building Works
Number of Positions Available:
1
About the Organization:
Pima County Conservation Lands & Resources Department manages 250,000 acres of conservation land throughout Pima County, including more than 100 natural resource parks and 14 working ranches, in addition to operating a native plant nursery. The Environmental Education team facilitates meaningful experiences that promote Sonoran Desert conservation, stewardship, and inclusion through programs such as birding walks, guided hikes, family nature play events, and K‑12 school field trips.
Website:
https://www.pima.gov/3209/Conservation-Lands-Resources
About the Internship:
The intern will support a variety of environmental education programs exploring the diverse ecosystems and unique history of the Sonoran Desert. The role includes both program development and delivery, educational resource creation, outreach, public engagement, and collaboration with conservation partners.
Expectations, Responsibilities, and Duties:
• Support K‑12 field trips, workshops, family programs, and adult hikes
• Lead small groups in educational activities
• Develop educational and outreach materials
• Engage the public during outreach events
• Assist with social media posts, newsletters, and video media
• Coordinate educational programs and materials
• Attend relevant meetings, trainings, or conferences
Required Qualifications:
• Comfort working with youth and the public
• Enthusiasm for informal outdoor education
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively and adaptively
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions
• Curiosity and openness to learning
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience working with school groups
• Knowledge of Sonoran Desert ecology
• Bilingual (Spanish)
Student Benefits:
• Deep understanding of Sonoran Desert ecology and history
• Environmental education and public speaking skills development
• Professional networking with conservation organizations
• Time spent outdoors in restorative settings
Internship Location:
In‑person and remote. Programs take place in Pima County parks and conservation lands.
Internship Hours:
5–15 hours per week. Hours vary depending on programming schedule.
Mentor:
Anna Costa, Environmental Education Program Coordinator
Number of Positions Available:
2
About the Organization:
The Pima County Food Alliance (PCFA) is Pima County’s food policy council. It is governed by a non-hierarchical Steering Committee with membership from over 300 people who work across or are active within Pima County's food system. PCFA aims to create a resilient and inclusive food system by uniting and empowering people and to serve as a policy advocate, community convenor and resource repository.
PCFA aims to address food system-related issues and needs through a combination of policy, advocacy, community building, education, and outreach. The organization is a trusted expert and catalyst for tangible and systems-level improvements that prioritize the well-being of both people and the planet.
Website:
https://www.pimafoodalliance.org/
About the Internship:
The Administrative Support Intern will work closely with our Program Coordinator (and to a lesser extent, the Steering Committee) to support PCFA’s day to day operations and community outreach as needed. The work done by the intern will help PCFA build capacity for members to take on leadership roles within the organization.
The intern will gain knowledge about Pima County’s local food system and have opportunities to learn about the policy and advocacy landscape.
Expectations, Responsibilities, and Duties:
• Assist Program Coordinator in assigned administrative duties, including content creation for social media and PCFA monthly newsletter
• Represent PCFA at events as needed (i.e., assisting with tabling, engaging with community, providing event set-up or tear-down support, etc.)
• Provide event planning and logistical support for biannual PCFA general membership meetings
• Assist PCFA Working Group chairs with administrative tasks as needed
Required Qualifications:
• Interest in learning about local food systems, food access, and small local farmers
• Comfortable doing office-type work, both virtually and in-person
• Well-honed interpersonal, communication, and writing skills
• Curiosity and willingness to ask questions
Preferred Qualifications:
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)
• Familiarity and proficiency in Google Workspace, Microsoft Suite, Canva
• Experience creating content on Instagram or other social media platforms
Student Benefits:
• Gain hands-on experience in food policy, food justice advocacy, and community outreach
• Develop outreach skills through participation in newsletters, social media, and in-person events
• Experience real-world opportunities to participate in and influence local food systems work
• Develop professional relationships with leaders in the food justice and advocacy field
Internship Location:
Hybrid position – some work will be done remotely, with opportunities to support and attend in-person events.
Internship Hours:
5–10 hours per week
Mentor:
Bex Diamond, PCFA Program Coordinator
Number of Positions Available:
1
About the Organization:
Dr. Mónica Ramírez‑Andreotta is a community‑engaged environmental health scientist and associate professor of Environmental Science with joint appointments in the College of Public Health and Global Change‑Graduate Interdisciplinary Program at the University of Arizona. Ramírez‑Andreotta’s laboratory uses an environmental justice framework to investigate the fate and transport of pollutants in environmental systems, exposure pathways, cultural models of communication, and methods to improve environmental health literacy. As such, she is often found listening to and training communities and hosting community gatherings and data‑sharing events.
Website:
https://ramirez-andreotta.faculty.arizona.edu/
About the Internship:
Environmental justice communities in Arizona suffer real health consequences due to environmental contamination, which is often under‑communicated and under‑regulated. This position supports the overall goal of informing communities of their health risks and measures to mitigate them, in ways that involve and respect community members.
Our team conducts environmental contamination research with historically underrepresented populations that will be impacted by climate change, water scarcity, and food insecurity more than others. University of Arizona researchers are working alongside community health workers and families living near sources of pollution (urban and rural) in order to monitor their harvested water, soil, and plant quality.
This position will have the opportunity to propose their own project, within the scope of current work, to further the understanding of environmental contamination or further community education and understanding of environmental health.
Expectations, Responsibilities, and Duties:
• Assist with the development of research activities
• Assist with the development of promotional materials for community engagements
• Conduct research, including:
– Experimental design
– Data collection
– Sample processing
– Analysis
• Present research at local and national meetings
• Perform administrative work in support of project(s)
• Join monthly undergraduate researcher professional development meetings
• Work as a team with other undergraduate and graduate research assistants
Required Qualifications:
• General understanding of environmental contaminant fate and transport
• Good teamwork skills
• Good communication skills (verbal and written)
• Cultural understanding of rural Arizona communities
Preferred Qualifications:
• Advanced understanding of environmental contaminant fate and transport
• Experience working in a science laboratory
• Experience working with diverse community members
Student Benefits:
• Work on and learn from a transdisciplinary team of researchers
• Receive a multi‑tiered mentorship approach
• Learn quantitative, qualitative, and mixed‑method research methodologies
• Develop cultural humility through community engagements
• Connect with peers and colleagues outside of home department
• Hone science communication skills
Internship Location:
On main campus in Saguaro Hall, with some work in rural Arizona communities. Student does not need to have a car.
Internship Hours:
5–20 hours per week, flexible dependent on student schedule. Primarily Monday–Friday work, with occasional evenings and weekends required for events.
Mentor:
Carol Newbauer, Engagement Coordinator
Dr. Mónica Ramírez‑Andreotta, Assistant Professor, Environmental Science
Number of Positions Available:
2
About the Organization:
The Sierra Club takes a strong stance against policies that promote environmental degradation. We are seeking to restore and protect the borderlands that have been damaged by failed border policies. Along with allies in Congress, we are seeking the reinstatement of the rule of law, so that borderlands resources and residents can depend on the same protections, such as the Clean Water Act and the Endangered Species Act, that most Americans take for granted.
Walls and barriers have already been constructed across more than 650 miles of the U.S.-Mexico border. These barriers block wildlife migration, cause flooding and damage pristine wildlands, including wildlife refuges, wilderness areas, and national forests.
Website:
https://www.sierraclub.org/borderlands
About the Internship:
This intern would work closely with the Borderlands Program Coordinator to support borderlands community education and organizing via events, social media and communications, and educational presentations to different groups.
Expectations, Responsibilities, and Duties:
Community education
Organizing support
Social media and communications
Educational presentations
Required Qualifications:
Good communication skills, both speaking and writing
Self-motivated and able to work independently
Preferred Qualifications:
Spanish language skills
Student Benefits:
Hands-on experience in environmental justice and community organizing
Opportunities to engage directly with borderlands conservation work
Internship Location:
Mostly virtual, with some in-person work at 300 E. University Blvd, Tucson. Transportation can be provided for occasional trips to border communities.
Internship Hours:
5–10 hours per week. Flexible scheduling including some evening presentations and weekend trips.
Mentor:
Erick Meza, Borderlands Program Coordinator
Number of Positions Available:
1
About the Organization:
Sonoran Institute works throughout the West and northern Mexico to connect people with the natural resources that nourish and sustain them. The Santa Cruz River program works directly with residents and the environment in southern Arizona and northern Sonora to create a healthy, flowing Santa Cruz River from Mexico to Marana.
Website:
http://www.sonoraninstitute.org/
About the Internship:
This internship will support the development of the Sonoran Institute’s Santa Cruz River Program on a diverse set of activities including assisting with field research, data analysis, scientific writing, and community outreach.
Expectations, Responsibilities, and Duties:
Research Support
• Help compile data on water quality and other ecological indicators along the Santa Cruz River
• Identify vegetation, wildlife, and human impact indicators in different river segments
• Perform field surveys and analyze trends in pollution sources
Data Analysis & Report Development
• Help analyze datasets for trends in river health
• Support updates to the Living River report and GIS StoryMap
Community Outreach & Public Engagement
• Support river cleanup events and engage with local volunteers
• Assist with presentations and outreach materials
• Work with local organizations, schools, and partners to promote river stewardship
Required Qualifications:
• Understanding of ecological field methods, environmental science, or hydrology
• Strong data entry and analysis skills (Excel)
• Ability to write and communicate scientific findings clearly
• Comfort working outdoors in varying conditions
• Access to reliable transportation for field visits
Preferred Qualifications:
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)
• Experience with R or ArcGIS
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite
• Interest in environmental communication and policy
Student Benefits:
• Hands‑on field research and data management experience
• Contribution to scientific reports informing conservation and policy
• Technical skill development in GIS and analysis
• Experience in public engagement and science communication
Internship Location:
Fieldwork throughout the Santa Cruz River watershed; office work can be done remotely.
Internship Hours:
10–15 hours per week. Occasional Saturday mornings for cleanup events.
Mentor:
Claire Zugmeyer, Ecologist
Luke Cole, Director of Santa Cruz River Program
Number of Positions Available:
1
About the Organization:
Sonoran Institute works throughout the West and northern Mexico to connect people with the natural resources that nourish and sustain them. Programs include the Santa Cruz River, Growing Water Smart, and Colorado River Delta initiatives.
Website:
http://www.sonoraninstitute.org/
About the Internship:
This position supports Sonoran Institute’s Development and Marketing Team by producing and sharing content across platforms, assisting with outreach events, and supporting organizational storytelling.
Expectations, Responsibilities, and Duties:
• Creation of marketing content including flyers, stickers, blogs, and website edits
• Supporting social media consistency and analytics
• Tabling and outreach at in‑person events
• Other tasks as assigned by the marketing team
Required Qualifications:
• Creative eye for design
• Basic understanding of environmental science, particularly the Sonoran Desert
Preferred Qualifications:
• WordPress
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Bilingual English/Spanish
• Experience with nonprofits
Student Benefits:
• Professional marketing experience
• Campaign development and strategy
• Skill growth in writing, design, and public speaking
• Networking opportunities
Internship Location:
Primarily virtual with in‑person outreach events.
Internship Hours:
8–16 hours per week, weekdays and weekends as events are scheduled.
Mentor:
Kashja Iler, Marketing Manager
Number of Positions Available:
2
About the Organization:
Sonoran Institute’s Santa Cruz River Program works to assess water quality, habitat conditions, and human impacts to support river restoration and stewardship.
Website:
http://www.sonoraninstitute.org/
About the Internship:
Two interns will support research and monitoring of trash accumulation along the Santa Cruz River. One intern will focus on database and interface development while the other focuses on field monitoring and data analysis.
Expectations, Responsibilities, and Duties:
• Trash trap monitoring
• Environmental field data collection
• Camera data review
• Database development and management
• GIS visualization
• Public engagement support
Required Qualifications:
• Interest in environmental science or data analysis
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to clearly document observations
Preferred Qualifications:
• Excel, SQL, GIS, or Survey123 experience
• R or Python
• Spanish bilingual skills
Student Benefits:
• Environmental monitoring experience
• Data management and visualization skills
• Hands‑on river restoration research
Internship Location:
Hybrid; remote work and Santa Cruz River field sites.
Internship Hours:
10–15 hours per week.
Mentor:
Luke Cole
Claire Zugmeyer
Number of Positions Available:
2
About the Organization:
The Southwest Climate Adaptation Science Center (SW CASC) is a collaborative federal‑university partnership between the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) and seven academic institutions across the Southwest. The mission of the SW CASC is to develop actionable science and implementable climate adaptation solutions in partnership with natural and cultural resource managers, policy makers, Native Nations, and researchers.
Website:
https://www.swcasc.arizona.edu/
About the Internship:
The Student Communications Assistant will support the SW CASC with communicating its science and activities to a broad audience. The intern will assist the SW CASC team with storytelling efforts to raise awareness and visibility of the SW CASC.
Expectations, Responsibilities, and Duties:
• Support social media content creation
• Update website content
• Promote events
• Assist with analytics and engagement tracking
Required Qualifications:
• Experience creating written and visual content for social media
• Strong writing and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and on a team
Preferred Qualifications:
• Photography or video editing experience
• Interest in climate or sustainability topics
Student Benefits:
• Professional communications experience
• Portfolio development
• Federal‑academic networking
Internship Location:
ENR2 Building, University of Arizona.
Internship Hours:
10–15 hours per week.
Mentor:
Lauren White, Communications Specialist
Number of Positions Available:
2
About the Organization:
The Southwest Climate Adaptation Science Center coordinates research and hosts the biennial Southwest Adaptation Forum, a regional gathering advancing climate adaptation science and efforts.
Website:
https://www.swcasc.arizona.edu/
About the Internship:
The SWAF Student Assistant will work directly with the SW CASC Program Manager to coordinate logistics, outreach, and documentation for the Southwest Adaptation Forum.
Expectations, Responsibilities, and Duties:
• Assist with conference logistics
• Schedule and take notes during planning meetings
• Compile final conference report
• Support outreach and communications
Required Qualifications:
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to draft content for broad audiences
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with meeting coordination
• Interest in science communication
Student Benefits:
• Conference planning experience
• Communications skill development
• Professional networking
Internship Location:
ENR2 Building, University of Arizona.
Internship Hours:
10–15 hours per week.
Mentor:
Kat Ko, Program Manager
Number of Positions Available:
1
About the Organization:
Southwest Decision Resources (SDR) is a Tucson‑based professional facilitation organization that works with governmental and non‑governmental partners to collaboratively address conservation and community issues.
Website:
https://swdresources.com/
About the Internship:
Projects are customized to the intern’s interests and include collaborative planning, stakeholder engagement, facilitation support, communications, and documentation.
Expectations, Responsibilities, and Duties:
• Work with SDR teams on 2–3 projects
• Participate in collaborative facilitation teams
• Support meetings, notetaking, analysis, and communications
Required Qualifications:
• Interest in conservation or community issues
• Strong interpersonal and writing skills
Preferred Qualifications:
• Flexibility with workload
• Attention to detail
Student Benefits:
• Facilitation and collaboration training
• Exposure to real‑world planning processes
Internship Location:
Virtual with some in‑person meetings in Tucson.
Internship Hours:
10 hours per week.
Mentor:
SDR Team
Number of Positions Available:
2
About the Organization:
Tucson Bird Alliance (formerly Tucson Audubon) inspires people to enjoy and protect birds through recreation, education, conservation, advocacy, and restoration of the environment upon which we all depend. We work for a future in which the people of southeast Arizona are connected to their natural world through birds, and they protect and use our natural resources in a responsible and sustainable manner.
We work throughout southeast Arizona to identify threats to birds and wildlife and their habitats, research the most effective approaches to reducing or eliminating those threats, and take action to implement solutions, whether through ecosystem restoration, species-specific habitat restoration, litigation, or civic engagement. We educate our members and community on local, regional, state-wide, national, and worldwide problems affecting southeast Arizona’s birds and wildlife, ecosystems, and people, and empower them to make an impact by providing concrete, strategic actions to take in response.
Website:
https://tucsonbirds.org/
About the Internship:
TBA’s Conservation team conducts research projects on local bird populations and develops conservation plans to aid them. From studying birds in greatest conservation need to engaging our community in hazard reduction practices, the team’s suite of projects and programs seeks to enhance the environment for birds, other wildlife, and people.
The Bird Conservation Intern will assist with one or more of the following projects, depending on interest, need, and experience:
• Hazard reduction projects: mapping and capping death pipes, bird‑safe building programming and installations
• Monitoring and data collection: nestbox monitoring and bird surveys
• Assisting with resource development and engagement for Tucson Bird Alliance’s public outreach program
Expectations, Responsibilities, and Duties:
• Bird surveys
• Hands‑on hazard reduction projects
• Nest monitoring
• Data collection, entry, and analysis
• Public outreach
Required Qualifications:
• Interest in conservation and habitat restoration
• Strong interpersonal skills (intern will interface with Tucson Bird Alliance staff)
• Ability, with supervision and support, to work independently on research‑based projects
• Ability to work outside in variable weather conditions and hike on uneven terrain carrying at least 10 pounds
Preferred Qualifications:
• Having a personal vehicle is not a requirement, but there may be more opportunities to participate in fieldwork if the student has their own transportation
Student Benefits:
• Networking with conservation professionals across different agencies and organizations
• Identification of birds and nests of southeast Arizona
• Understanding of industry‑standard instruments and processes for wayfinding and data collection
• Understanding of tools and processes involved in habitat restoration (native plants, nestboxes, etc.)
• Understanding of scientific research processes
• Leadership skills and public outreach experience
Internship Location:
Field‑based work will occur at various locations throughout southeastern Arizona within 1–1.5 hours of Tucson (carpooling). Other activities will take place at Tucson Bird Alliance offices (the Historic Y at University Blvd and 5th Ave or the Mason Center on the NW side of Tucson), with the option to also work remotely as needed.
Internship Hours:
Approximately 4–10 hours per week. Fieldwork is likely to start early in the morning. Office work will occur during normal business hours with the potential to do some work remotely. Some weekends for events, if available.
Mentor:
Olya Weekley, Applied Conservation Program Manager
Number of Positions Available:
1
About the Organization:
Tucson Bird Alliance inspires people to enjoy and protect birds, wildlife, and habitats through conservation and education across southeast Arizona.
Website:
https://tucsonbirds.org/
About the Internship:
The main goal of this internship is to survey survival of thousands of young saguaros planted by Tucson Bird Alliance and analyze restoration data using GIS.
Expectations, Responsibilities, and Duties:
• Conduct saguaro surveys
• Organize a volunteer event
• Analyze survey data
Required Qualifications:
• Interest in conservation
• Ability to work independently outdoors
• Personal transportation
Preferred Qualifications:
• ArcGIS experience
Student Benefits:
• Field ecology training
• Restoration monitoring experience
Internship Location:
Outdoor field sites throughout Tucson.
Internship Hours:
10 hours per week.
Mentor:
Tony Figueroa
Number of Positions Available:
1
About the Organization:
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is the federal agency responsible for conserving, protecting, and enhancing fish, wildlife, plants, and their habitats.
Website:
https://www.fws.gov
About the Internship:
The intern will support habitat restoration monitoring, ESA project tracking, and conservation fieldwork with the Arizona Ecological Services Field Office.
Expectations, Responsibilities, and Duties:
• Vegetation and photo‑point monitoring
• Assist biologists with site visits
• Data organization and reporting
Required Qualifications:
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to pass federal background check
Preferred Qualifications:
• Plant or bird identification skills
Student Benefits:
• Federal conservation experience
• Professional mentorship
Internship Location:
Primarily in person, Tucson office and field sites.
Internship Hours:
10–15 hours per week.
Mentor:
Sarah DuBose; Aleksa McKay
Number of Positions Available:
2
About the Organization:
Watershed Management Group is a local nonprofit focused on watershed health, education, and community‑based environmental action centered at the Living Lab in mid‑town Tucson.
Website:
https://watershedmg.org/
About the Internship:
Supports outreach and storytelling for the Community Conservation Program through engaging social media content.
Expectations, Responsibilities, and Duties:
• Develop 1–2 social media posts per week
• Write captions explaining conservation projects
• Attend events for photo and video capture
• Schedule posts and track engagement metrics
Required Qualifications:
• Experience with social media and Canva
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Ability to work independently
Preferred Qualifications:
• Spanish speaking and writing skills
• Interest in sustainability and environmental justice
Student Benefits:
• Digital storytelling experience
• Portfolio development
• Mentorship in nonprofit outreach
Internship Location:
Watershed Management Group Living Lab with some remote work.
Internship Hours:
10–20 hours per week.
Mentor:
Valerisa Gaddy
Number of Positions Available:
1
About the Organization:
Watershed Management Group develops community‑based solutions supporting long‑term watershed health and sustainability education.
Website:
https://watershedmg.org/
About the Internship:
Supports planning, coordination, and outreach for educational programming at the Living Lab & Learning Center.
Expectations, Responsibilities, and Duties:
• Assist with Sustainable Desert Living classes
• Support class scheduling and outreach
• Develop social media and website updates
• Assist with volunteer recruitment and coordination
Required Qualifications:
• Strong organizational skills
• Proficiency in Google Drive
• Interest in WMG’s mission
Preferred Qualifications:
• Education or outreach experience
• Interest in sustainability
Student Benefits:
• Environmental education experience
• Outreach and program coordination skills
• Professional mentorship
Internship Location:
Living Lab & Learning Center, Tucson.
Internship Hours:
Approximately 10 hours per week.
Mentor:
Nadira Mitchell
Number of Positions Available:
1