Green Internship Information/Application Spring 2016

As you may know, each semester part of your tuition and fees supports the Green Campus Initiative. The University of Memphis Sustainable Campus (Green) Fee Committee provides funding for approved proposals to make the University of Memphis campus more sustainable.

The Green Fee Committee has received a proposal for funding for undergraduate green internships. Based on funding received, selected students will be provided the opportunity to work with a campus or community partner to enhance the student’s understanding of sustainability and to assist in the organization’s efforts to promote sustainability.

If you are interested in applying for the Green Internship, please review the information below.

What is a Green Internship? A green internship is an educational/work experience sponsored by a campus unit or a community organization that promotes sustainability in areas such as; Energy efficiency, Utility conservation, Environmental protection, Recycling and others.

Who is eligible to apply for a green internship?

 Undergraduate students who have active status in the Student Success Services (SSS) Program and students who are first generation, low-income or students with a disability will be given first consideration for the opportunity.

 Subsequently all undergraduate students who meet the following criteria will be invited to apply: - Minimum sophomore standing at time of application - Minimum 2.50 grade point average - Minimum of one or more regular semesters (fall/spring) remaining before graduation

What does a Green Internship require?

Students selected for a Green Internship are required to:

• Satisfactorily complete an approved internship learning contract o Internship Course in Academic Major (meet with your academic advisor about this option) o ELC 4000 – Community Internship (if your department does not have an internship course) • Earn 3 semester hours of academic internship credit • Complete 150 clock hours of internship experience during the semester • Present internship experience at Green Internships Recognition Event

How much do selected green interns earn?

Interns earn a stipend of $10 per hour or $1500 for the semester plus $200 to assist with tuition costs for an academic internship for a total of $1700. Stipends will be distributed bi-weekly over a four month period.

Where do selected Green Interns work?

Based on funding received, selected students will be provided the opportunity to work with campus or community partner to enhance the student’s understanding of sustainability and to assist in the organization’s efforts to promote sustainability. Placements are based on major, experience, career goals and availability of approved internship sites. What types of activities do Green Interns perform?

Some of the activities include; Advertising, Advocacy, Education, Fundraising, Marketing, Project Management, Public Relations, Research, Social Media, Special Events, and other appropriate activities.

How do I apply for a Green Internship? Complete and electronically submit the following to [email protected]

• A one page resume • A letter of recommendation • The following application

To apply for this prestigious internship program please complete and submit by______: 1. A one page professionally reviewed resume 2. A letter of recommendation from a U of M faculty or staff member, a former employer, or mentor. Please submit letters of recommendations to [email protected]. The recommender may choose to send the letter across directly or include it in the student’s application packet. 3. Completed application

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Last Name: First Name: M.I.: Are you a Pell Grant Street Address: . Recipient? Yes No City State: Zip: Email: :

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Parent’s Highest Level of Educational Attainment (Please enter an “X” in the appropriate box.) Mother Father No high school/ Some high school High school graduate Some college Two year college degree Four-year college degree Unknown

If you are a member of any of the below mentioned programs, please check the appropriate box. If not, please select N/A. TRIO/SSP Classic TRIO/SSP STEM First Scholars N/A

Whe n do you expe ct to grad Sprin Sum uate? Fall g mer Year

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Minor ? ____ Minor ____ ? ______Which of the following types of activities are you best prepared to perform as a Green Intern: (Check all that apply) Advertising Public Relations Advocacy Research Education Social Media Fundraising Special Events Marketing Other Appropriate Activities such as: Project Management

In approximately 300 words respond to the following 3 questions:

1. Why are you interested in sustainability efforts?

2. What knowledge and skills would you contribute to an organization’s sustainability initiatives?

3. How would a Green Internship enhance your professional preparation and/or career development?