Environmental Biology Program
Internship
The internship required for the completion of an Environmental Biology Major (or a Biology Major, Option: Environmental Biology) is defined as 12 weeks, or 480 hours, of on-the-job experience in some aspect of "environemental biology". It is important to understand that an "internship is really only a "temporary job" with an environmental organization (public or private). Some environmental agencies have dedicated "internship programs", while others do not, and may be confused when you write "applying for an internship". It is very important that you define "internship" as a temporary position when you contact environmental organizations. Although you are responsible for finding your own internship, the EVB program has a detailed portfolio to help you choose the experience that fits your interesets. Also, checkout "Useful Websites" for some links that may help you find an internship.
Intership Checklist
- Prepare a resume and cover letter as soon as possible. See the internship information booklet for more information.
- Begin to hunt for at least 5-7 internships as soon as possible. See the intership information booklet for more information.
- Send out resume and cover letters to perspective intership agencies at least 3 months in advance of the proposed internship.
- Follow up contact with internship every three weeks after the letter has been sent. Once you have made a decision, accept the position in writing.
- Complete an internship approval form no later than the last day to add classes as published in the semester schedule.
- At week 5, students will provide the EVB Coordinator with the best times to contact your internship supervisors.
- Remind your internship supervisor to write your evaluation and complete your report no later tha August 1 (summer), December 1 (fall), May 1 (spring).
