Month: January 2018

Harvard Forest Summer 2018 Research Program for Undergraduates

Posted on January 7, 2018 by Davis, Miranda L.

We are offering an exciting summer program for undergraduate students to collaborate with scientists conducting ecological research.

Explore Harvard’s 3,700-acre outdoor laboratory & classroom in Petersham, Massachusetts.

A summer of mentored research in:

-Forest Ecosystems & Disturbances
-Wildlife Dynamics & Invasive Species
-Computer Science Solutions for Big Data -Agricultural Grazing and Plant Communities – Atmospheric Chemistry of Forest Canopies -Community Dynamics & Global Climate Change

11 weeks residential program

$5775 stipend and travel

Full room & board and meal plan

Program dates for 2018 are May 21 – August 3, 2018.

Applications are currently being accepted on-line and complete details are listed on our
website: http://harvardforest.fas.harvard.edu/other-tags/reu

The strict deadline for this program is Friday February 2nd, 2018 @ 9:00am.

Questions? Contact Manisha Patel, Summer Program Coordinator:
manishapatel@fas.harvard.edu, 978-756-6148

M.S. student opportunity at UAF

Posted on January 7, 2018 by Davis, Miranda L.

The Institute of Arctic Biology, University of Alaska Fairbanks has an opening for an M.S. graduate student to work with Roger Ruess and Syndonia Bret-Harte on an NSF-funded project on shrub feedbacks to C and N cycling along a boreal-arctic transect in northern Alaska. A widespread shift from tundra to deciduous shrub-dominated vegetation appears to be underway in northern Alaska, which could have profound implications for C balance and biogeochemical cycling. Because much of the Earth’s soil C is stored in arctic and boreal regions, changes in the C budgets of these biomes may feedback strongly to global climate. Biogeochemical C and N cycles are linked tightly in boreal and arctic ecosystems, and plant production is strongly N-limited; therefore, N-fixing shrubs affect soil C through their effects on near-surface soil N, via both SOM turnover and N inputs. The graduate student will focus on the effects of the growth and ecophysiology of Siberian alder on biogeochemical cycling across topo-edaphic sequences along a latitudinal transect from the boreal forest (BNZ LTER) to arctic tundra (ARC LTER). The student will be expected to develop their own research questions within the overall framework of the project, and will have the opportunity to interact with PIs and other graduate students working on project. Because research sites are distributed between Fairbanks and areas north of the Toolik Field Station (see http://toolik.alaska.edu/), the graduate student will be conducting research and camping in very rugged/remote terrain. The student will be supported through a combination of research assistantships and teaching assistantships, and expected to begin fieldwork in the summer of 2018, and coursework in the fall of 2018. For more information, please contact Roger Ruess (rwruess@alaska.edu) or Syndonia Bret-Harte (msbretharte@alaska.edu).
You must also apply for graduate study to the Department of Biology and Wildlife at University of Alaska Fairbanks (see https://www.bw.uaf.edu/graduates/index.php for application requirements); the deadline for applications is January 15, 2018.

Parasite Ecology Internship at Shoals Marine Lab Summer 2018 (reposted with application website)

Posted on January 7, 2018 by Davis, Miranda L.

PARASITE ECOLOGY INTERNSHIP

https://www.shoalsmarinelaboratory.org/parasite-ecology-internship

Project overview:
The Isles of Shoals represent an exceptional location for exploring parasite diversity in multi-host parasite systems (particularly trematode parasites) that include intertidal invertebrates and shorebirds. Previous work at Shoals Marine Laboratory has resulted in interesting patterns in parasite prevalence of intermediate hosts around the islands, as well as influences on host foraging behavior and physiology. The Parasite Ecology Intern will collect parasite diversity data in invertebrate hosts on Appledore Island, assist with experiments that induce infection in intermediate hosts, and explore host behavior in the lab and the field. Interns will learn how to identify trematode parasite species using a microscope, how to induce an infection gradient in host crabs, set-up and run behavior and predation experiments, and can use what they learn from this and past work to design a related project. The intern will be a part of the larger SML Research Internship cohort and will participate in weekly discussions and lectures.

Prerequisites:
Previous coursework in ecology and marine biology is recommended.
Previous experience at SML is preferred, but not required. Relevant SML courses include: Ecology & the Marine Environment, Evolution & Marine Diversity, Field Marine Invertebrate Biology, and the Shoals Research Apprenticeship.

Mentor: Dr. April Blakeslee (East Carolina University)

Dates: June 4 – August 13, 2018 (10 weeks)

SML Research Symposium: August 11, 2018

Stipend: $150/week
Includes room & board for 10 weeks, and roundtrip vessel transportation from Portsmouth, NH to Appledore Island. Interns are responsible for their own transportation to/from Portsmouth, NH at the beginning and end of the internship.

One intern will be selected.

Please go to the following website for information on how to apply:
https://www.shoalsmarinelaboratory.org/parasite-ecology-internship

Job – Seasonal Botany field technician

Posted on January 7, 2018 by Davis, Miranda L.

Title: Research Assistant – Botany Technician (9 positions)

Salary: $10.24/hour

Location: free housing is provided in Ellington and Winona, Missouri

Employment Period: Temporary, full-time; May 7 through September 14, 2018

Hours: 40 hours/week, Monday-Thursday (4 ten-hour days)

Last date to apply: February 9, 2018

Applicant review and job offers will begin in December 2017.

Summary:

The Missouri Department of Conservation in collaboration with the University of Missouri is recruiting 3 botany crew leaders and 9 botany technicians to assist in collecting vegetation data in southeastern Missouri. Botany crews identify forest, woodland, and glade plant species, and record vegetation data for the Missouri Ozark Forest Ecosystem Project (MOFEP), a landscape-scale, long-term study of the effects of forest management on multiple aspects of the ecosystem. This position is a great opportunity to hone botany skills, learn about forest ecology and natural communities, and interact with other students and professionals in the natural resources field. If you love learning about plants and natural communities, this is your job!

MOFEP is located in the heart of the Ozark Highlands, an extensively forested and ecologically diverse region, providing ample opportunities for hiking, swimming, and paddling in the stunningly beautiful Current and Jacks Fork Rivers. Free housing is provided and is located on land owned by the Missouri Department of Conservation.

Job Description:

Botany crews identify up to 500 species of forest, woodland, and glade plants, estimate plant coverage, count soft mast flowers and fruits, and measure canopy closure using spherical densiometers. Botanists record data using a tablet-sized rugged field computer. Botany crews drive 4-wheel drive trucks up to 50 miles a day on pavement, gravel roads, and trails through the woods; hike 1 to 4 miles a day across steep, rocky terrain in rain, heat, and high humidity; and navigate to permanent plots using Garmin GPS units, or map and compass. Botany crews are required to work long hours outdoors, often in adverse weather conditions. Work vehicles are provided for transportation to field sites.

Qualifications:

Technicians must have completed college coursework toward a college degree in natural resources: coursework in botany, plant taxonomy, ecology, and forestry is preferred. Preference will be given to candidates who have completed a field botany or plant taxonomy class and/or exhibit strong botanical skills. Intensive botanical training will be provided, but a solid foundation in plant identification is a prerequisite for the training. Candidates must be able to cheerfully endure tough field conditions, including heat, humidity, ticks, chiggers, mosquitoes, gnats, spiders, snakes, briars, and steep terrain.

Applicants must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, enthusiastic, and possess a strong work ethic, excellent organizational skills, and above all, a positive attitude. Applicants must possess exceptional inter-personal skills and be able to live and work with field crews in close quarters in remote locations. Must be able to work long hours, including early mornings and late afternoons, and conduct field work that is often strenuous. Must possess a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.

To apply, submit the following to Elizabeth Olson (elizabeth.olson@mdc.mo.gov).

1. Cover letter describing your background, experience, and qualifications

2. Detailed resume or curriculum vitae

3. College transcripts (unofficial transcripts acceptable)

4. Contact information (phone and e-mail) for at least 2 educational or professional references

Please put “MOFEP Botany Technician” in the subject line of your e-mail.

For more information, contact:

Elizabeth Olson

Plant Community Ecologist

Missouri Department of Conservation

Phone: 417-256-7161 ext.4763

Email: elizabeth.olson@mdc.mo.gov

SERC summer REU internship program in Environmental Studies

Posted on January 7, 2018 by Davis, Miranda L.

The Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC) in Edgewater, Maryland offers undergraduate and beginning graduate students a unique opportunity to gain hand-on experience in the fields of environmental research and education. The program enables students to work on specific projects while getting experience in valuable lab techniques all under the direction of the Center’s professional staff. The program is tailored to provide the maximum educational benefit to each participant.

SERC is focused on understanding the causes and consequences of environmental change for marine, freshwater, and terrestrial ecosystems. Interns at SERC conduct independent projects over 12-16 weeks utilizing our 2,650 acre research site on the shores of Chesapeake Bay to provide novel insights into some of the most profound issues challenging our world today, including habitat loss, climate change, and invasive species. The Smithsonian Environmental Research Center has maintained an REU site since 2001 and those students sponsored have used our professional training programs as a stepping stone to pursue advanced careers in the field of environmental sciences.

How to Apply

Application to the SERC Internship Program consists of on-line registration, student copy of transcripts, personal essay, resume, and two letters of recommendation using the

Smithsonian On-line Academic Appointment (SOLAA)

https://solaa.si.edu/solaa/#/public

Summer (May-August) deadline is February 1, 2018

For more information please visit our web site

https://serc.si.edu/pro_training/internships/projectmenu.aspx

Or email: SERCintern@si.edu

The Smithsonian Institution is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Students from under-represented groups or institutions lacking research facilities or research opportunities are especially encouraged to apply.

However, all other interested students are encouraged to apply.

Internship: Latino Heritage Internship Program

Posted on January 7, 2018 by Davis, Miranda L.

Environment for the Americas has a new internship opportunity, the Latino Heritage Internship Program (LHIP). LHIP engages the next generation

of conservation stewards. The program raises awareness of our

national parks and historic sites, their accessibility and the need for

the Latino community’s involvement in their preservation. Highly motivated

undergraduate and graduate students will be selected to work alongside NPS

historians, interpreters, archaeologists, architects, and curators on projects

in different park units, offices and historical sites throughout the nation.

Basic Eligibility:

· Age 18 to 35

· Be a US citizen or legal resident

· Be enrolled in a post-secondary educational program or have graduated from college within the past one year

· Have a strong interest — or relevant experience — in areas pertaining to history, historic preservation, museum studies, archaeology, cultural interpretation, anthropology, sciences, biology or other related fields

· Bilingual skills (Spanish/English) — helpful and more needed for some positions

· Be social media savvy!

Time Frame:

· Applications must be submitted by February 6, 2018.

• Top candidates will be selected for interviews.

· Placement decisions will generally be made by April.

· The paid 10-20 week internship period will begin in late May through early June 2018 and conclude in August through early September 2018 depending on specific requirements of the project site.

Selection Criteria:

Applications will be reviewed and rated according to the following

criteria – relevant educational and work experience, oral and written

communication skills, maturity, professionalism, technical knowledge

and expertise, evidence of adaptability and adventurousness, and

ability to work effectively with diverse audiences. Final candidates will

undergo a background check before beginning their assignment.

Apply using the following link: http://www.latinoheritageintern.com/internship-positions/

Job: WhitmanCollege.LabTech.PlantEvolution

Posted on January 5, 2018January 5, 2018 by Davis, Miranda L.

The Cooley lab at Whitman College seeks *a full-time laboratory technician
to carry out research on the molecular basis of repeated evolution in
plants.* Exact start and end dates are flexible, but a candidate able to
start in summer or fall of 2018 is preferred and *funding is available for
two years.*

The successful candidate will work with to design and implement transgenic
tests of candidate genes for the regulation of floral pigmentation in the
Chilean monkeyflower (Mimulus).

Requirements include:
–      a Bachelor’s degree in Biology or a related discipline
–      research experience in a molecular lab, preferably including cloning
and transgene construction
–      attention to detail and ability to work independently

I run an undergraduate research lab at Whitman College, a selective liberal
arts college located in the small but vibrant community of Walla Walla, in
eastern Washington state. Walla Walla receives numerous awards for quality
of life thanks to its music, art, and wine scenes:
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To apply, please visit https://whitmanhr.simplehire.com , click on “Staff
Position” and then “Laboratory Technician”, and upload:

– a cover letter describing your background and reason for being interested
in the position
– your CV or r?sum?, including names and contact information for three
references
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue through January.

Questions may be directed to:
Dr. Arielle Cooley
cooleya@whitman.edu

paulwhetstone0473@gmail.com

Graduate Positions: USouthFlorida.2.Evolution

Posted on January 5, 2018 by Davis, Miranda L.

Graduate Position in Conservation and Evolutionary Genomics

University of South Florida

The Cassin Sackett Lab at the University of South Florida is looking for a
highly motivated graduate student to study population genomics and the
evolution of tolerance to avian malaria in Hawaiian honeycreepers. The
student will use comparative genomics to investigate the evolution of
tolerance to *Plasmodium relictum* in several closely related species of
Hawaiian honeycreepers. This work is part of a large collaborative research
effort funded by NSF?s Ecology and Evolution of Infectious Diseases
program, and work will be done in coordination with Rob Fleischer at the
Smithsonian Institution and Jeff Foster at Northern Arizona University. A
PhD student is preferred, but Master?s student applications will also be
considered.

The position is supported by a research assistantship for two years, with
additional time supported by teaching assistantships. The position will be
based in USF?s Department of Integrative Biology (http://biology.usf.edu/ib/).
Interested applicants should contact SackettL@usf.edu for inquiries. The
desired start date is summer/fall 2018.

Qualifications:

Applicants should have a bachelor?s degree in biology, computer science, or
a related field. We are looking for a student who is motivated,
hard-working, and passionate about topics in evolutionary biology. The
student should have or be willing to develop excellent organizational and
communication skills, bioinformatics skills, and experience in population
genetics and molecular evolution. Students should also possess the
desire/willingness to engage in outreach. The Cassin Sackett lab is
committed to increasing diversity in STEM, and we especially encourage
applications from women, minorities, veterans and other underrepresented
groups.

How to apply:

Interested candidates should notify me at SackettL@usf.edu of their intent
to apply; applications are due by February 15 following the guidelines at
http://biology.usf.edu/ib/grad/admission/ . Earlier applications are
encouraged.

—
Loren Cassin Sackett, Ph.D.
Research Affiliate, Smithsonian Institution
Assistant Professor, Integrative Biology
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL 33620-8100
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Graduate Positions in Conservation and Evolutionary Genomics

The Cassin Sackett Lab at the University of South Florida is looking for
highly motivated graduate students to join the lab. The lab uses ancient
DNA, field methods, next-generation sequencing and bioinformatic approaches
to answer fundamental questions in evolutionary biology, especially those
with conservation applications. Some major questions being asked in the
lab are:

? How do humans influence the evolution of wildlife? We study the
ways in which climate change, habitat alteration, and introduced diseases
impact the distribution of genetic variation, rates of gene flow, and the
probability of adaptation.

? What is the genomic basis of rapid adaptation to novel pathogens?
We examine the demographic and environmental constraints to adaptation and
whether genomic architecture of rapid adaptation differs from that of more
gradual adaptation (e.g., to climate).

Please visit the lab website for more details on current projects:
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Students will be involved in a project that uses genomic approaches to
analyze genetic diversity in fleas, prairie dogs and related species, and
to investigate the potential for resistance to plague in prairie dogs.
Specific duties may include: 1) sampling historical museum specimens, 2)
field sampling of prairie dogs and fleas in the western U.S., 3) optimizing
genomic assays (e.g., SNP capture, highly multiplexed amplicon sequencing),
4) performing wet lab work to genotype individual prairie dogs (both modern
and historical) and/or fleas, 5) conducting bioinformatic analyses of
population genomics and adaptation, 6) writing and submitting manuscripts
related to the project.

The position is funded for its duration by a teaching fellowship, with the
possibility of 1-2 years on a research assistantship, pending funding. The
position will be based at the University of South Florida in the Department
of Integrative Biology, but requires funded travel to several museums
(e.g., at Berkeley, Harvard, and University of New Mexico). The position
will be based in USF?s Department of Integrative Biology (
http://biology.usf.edu/ib/). Interested applicants should contact
SackettL@usf.edu for inquiries. The desired start date is summer/fall 2018.

Qualifications:

How to apply:

Loren Cassin Sackett <loren.sackett@gmail.com>

Other: Summer undergraduate research in plant evolution

Posted on January 5, 2018 by Davis, Miranda L.

Description:
Switchgrass (Panicum virgatum) is emerging as an important biofuel
candidate in the United States. Our labs (see website below)
collectively study the evolutionary ecology, quantiative genetics,
physiology and agronomy/plant breeding of Switchgrass. We are seeking
a talented and diverse group of undergraduate students interested in
conducting field research in Switchgrass biology across the US.

This program is an opportunity for undergraduate students to
participate in a sustained mentored independent research on the
biology of Switchgrass. Summer students will be immersed in research
and learn basic and applied biology through active participation in
primarily field-based work. Working as part of our research team, they
will contribute to group research projects, design short research
projects, and present their work in an end-of-summer student
symposium.

Each position is supported for 8-10 weeks beginning the first week of
June. Students are awarded a $4500 stipend, plus a housing and food
allowance, and some funds to help defray the cost of traveling to the
designated University.

Who Should Apply:
Undergraduates that are not in their senior year (typically 1st to 3rd
year students), who are either U.S. citizens or permanent residents
studying in the U.S. All science majors are encouraged to apply, but
preference will be given to individuals with a strong background
and/or interest in evolutionary ecology, environmental biology,
quantitative genetics, and agronomy.

Application process:
The application deadline is February 25, 2018. Please see our website
for further details.

Questions:
Bethaney Watson
e-mail: bethaney.watson@austin.utexas.edu
Subject: Switchgrass REU 2018

Website:
https://sites.cns.utexas.edu/juenger_lab/summer-research-opportunities

brandon.campitelli@utexas.edu

Mellon undergraduate internships in conservation, with stipends

Posted on January 4, 2018 by Davis, Miranda L.

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The Smithsonian Institution is pleased to announce museum conservation internship opportunities for the Summer 2018 10-week session June 4 – August 10.

This internship program will provide an introduction to museum conservation. This program is offered to students to increase participation of groups who are currently underrepresented in the museum field and visual arts organizations are especially encouraged to apply.

A conservator’s work involves the preservation of collections, including documentation, treatment, and research. Conservators have academic backgrounds in the arts, sciences or social sciences and attain a professional graduate degree in conservation. For more information about the field see: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.conservation-2Dus.org_about-2Dconservation_definitions&d=DwIFAg&c=cjytLXgP8ixuoHflwc-poQ&r=LpYc_Z_iN1KRw0hheb3x6-8MJUMu482qfHowpGYJqwc&m=gWnDozBRThmsNCnSm4cbOPbjFpguh-b1OhUfJ31MNvk&s=V4foEKOTE2btGe-O-scjX9b1RmNIvb9uLWDq0vtP40s&e=.

INTERN LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES:

*   Gain multi-disciplinary experiences in the conservation of objects, paintings, textiles, paper, time-based media, and/or other materials.
*   Exposure to the most advanced technology in the field of museum conservation.
*   Attend weekly intern seminars (10 total) curated by institutional experts on art, conservation, and diversity issues to ensure that interns receive educational experiences for museum conservation practices, industry standards, and educational requirements.
*   Learning experiences through opportunities to co-work and through connecting with peers.

WHO SHOULD APPLY: Currently enrolled undergraduates or recent degree holders from HBCUs, colleges and universities, with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, with coursework in the sciences (chemistry, biology, physics, engineering, forensic science); or arts and humanities (studio arts, art history, history, anthropology); and skills such as photography/imaging; or various crafts that might be applicable/useful in a museum conservation setting, and an interest in the conservation of cultural heritage are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be U.S. citizens.

INTERNSHIP LOCATIONS: Placements will be made in Conservation Departments at the: Smithsonian American Art Museum (https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__americanart.si.edu_conservation_&d=DwIFAg&c=cjytLXgP8ixuoHflwc-poQ&r=LpYc_Z_iN1KRw0hheb3x6-8MJUMu482qfHowpGYJqwc&m=gWnDozBRThmsNCnSm4cbOPbjFpguh-b1OhUfJ31MNvk&s=hHUjA5xXBn3I81pg2HgeOX3oOCk2fe5f5BJhj_j09PU&e=), National Portrait Gallery (https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__npg.si.edu_portraits_conservation&d=DwIFAg&c=cjytLXgP8ixuoHflwc-poQ&r=LpYc_Z_iN1KRw0hheb3x6-8MJUMu482qfHowpGYJqwc&m=gWnDozBRThmsNCnSm4cbOPbjFpguh-b1OhUfJ31MNvk&s=JOsoVbjjglbwp978g9tu99wgybcWnt2kZXbh3d8HEA8&e=), Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden (https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__hirshhorn.si.edu_conservation_&d=DwIFAg&c=cjytLXgP8ixuoHflwc-poQ&r=LpYc_Z_iN1KRw0hheb3x6-8MJUMu482qfHowpGYJqwc&m=gWnDozBRThmsNCnSm4cbOPbjFpguh-b1OhUfJ31MNvk&s=asgYsHYKsXSaH8rfUwv18Ia201VuMDdb3ToF1INTX3U&e=), Smithsonian Museum Cons

ervation Institute (https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.si.edu_mci_&d=DwIFAg&c=cjytLXgP8ixuoHflwc-poQ&r=LpYc_Z_iN1KRw0hheb3x6-8MJUMu482qfHowpGYJqwc&m=gWnDozBRThmsNCnSm4cbOPbjFpguh-b1OhUfJ31MNvk&s=eBdMROi3PoNqAoFT_vRlS06z8czM_NWT_LtQqGgrjls&e=), National Museum of American Indian (https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__nmai.si.edu_explore_collections_conservation_&d=DwIFAg&c=cjytLXgP8ixuoHflwc-poQ&r=LpYc_Z_iN1KRw0hheb3x6-8MJUMu482qfHowpGYJqwc&m=gWnDozBRThmsNCnSm4cbOPbjFpguh-b1OhUfJ31MNvk&s=g2N6sbiduoDh6gTqFxf7rvj4Rj6gHk_Smz1EjLYHb0w&e=), National Museum of American History (https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__americanhistory.si.edu_&d=DwIFAg&c=cjytLXgP8ixuoHflwc-poQ&r=LpYc_Z_iN1KRw0hheb3x6-8MJUMu482qfHowpGYJqwc&m=gWnDozBRThmsNCnSm4cbOPbjFpguh-b1OhUfJ31MNvk&s=L-Up8wE6DhbufImcZmqft7p_m6wbVd0H55vjyo4QunI&e=), Freer-Sackler Galleries of Art (https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.freersackler.si.edu_&d=DwIFAg&c=c

jytLXgP8ixuoHflwc-poQ&r=LpYc_Z_iN1KRw0hheb3x6-8MJUMu482qfHowpGYJqwc&m=gWnDozBRThmsNCnSm4cbOPbjFpguh-b1OhUfJ31MNvk&s=4oRAREH_W1UN7Rs0a4o9XapheMgGXd418gB5jQ8scp4&e=) National Museum of Natural History (https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__naturalhistory.si.edu_&d=DwIFAg&c=cjytLXgP8ixuoHflwc-poQ&r=LpYc_Z_iN1KRw0hheb3x6-8MJUMu482qfHowpGYJqwc&m=gWnDozBRThmsNCnSm4cbOPbjFpguh-b1OhUfJ31MNvk&s=0QjqAQ7yIDBGLIIGo0NIswQ1Nhcc7phmXXbAF_My8NU&e=), and the National Museum of African American History and Culture (https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__nmaahc.si.edu_&d=DwIFAg&c=cjytLXgP8ixuoHflwc-poQ&r=LpYc_Z_iN1KRw0hheb3x6-8MJUMu482qfHowpGYJqwc&m=gWnDozBRThmsNCnSm4cbOPbjFpguh-b1OhUfJ31MNvk&s=cZ_C-rU_bDZpfiLrNtfrnkrBXIUGWJa1pFyTScutGfw&e=). The 10-week internships will commence June 4th and end August 10th. They will be full-time (40 hrs/week) and carry a stipend. Travel allowance may be included.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Midnight (EST), March 15, 2018 for all materials including letters of reference.

Application Procedure: Applicants must register and submit an online application via the Smithsonian Online Academic Appointment system (SOLAA)<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__solaa.si.edu_solaa_-23_public&d=DwIFAg&c=cjytLXgP8ixuoHflwc-poQ&r=LpYc_Z_iN1KRw0hheb3x6-8MJUMu482qfHowpGYJqwc&m=gWnDozBRThmsNCnSm4cbOPbjFpguh-b1OhUfJ31MNvk&s=i7Z6CP9b6Ff0Q3k86K73szbxB63Z4V9wW2vl-K2bxQg&e=>. After registering, sign onto the SOLAA system. At the top of the screen, select “Start your Application”; Select “Internship” and “Smithsonian Institution Undergraduate Conservation Program” from the drop-down program lists. Within the application you will identify which Smithsonian Unit(s) you are interested in joining for the conservation internship.

Application requirements via SOLAA
– An essay addressing the following (no more than three pages total):
1) A statement of your interest in an internship at the desired Smithsonian Conservation Unit and what you hope to gain from the experience, and underrepresented group affiliation. Please state how you found out about the internship.
2) Please discuss the impact that a funded internship would have on you and your education.
3) Provide a short biography describing your background, personal history, interests and major/minor (if declared).
-Curriculum Vitae or Resume
-Undergraduate transcripts (unofficial)
-Names and email address of two professional references (1 must be academic)

CONTACT:
Smithsonian Institution Undergraduate Conservation Internship Program Administrator Smithsonian Institution National Museum of African American History and Culture PO Box 37012, MRC 1401 Washington D.C., 20013-7012

NMAAHCMellonAdmin@si.edu<mailto:NMAAHCMellonAdmin@si.edu>