The Center for Environment and Society (CES) is looking for one Washington College student to serve as a summer paid intern on the River and Field Campus. The intern will report to Dr. David Kramar, Director of River and Field Campus, at Semans-Griswold Hall. Responsibilities will vary across days and weeks, but will include:
Grasslands Research
- Assisting in the maintenance and research on two Nutrient Network/DRAGNet sites on the RAFC grasslands. More information about the Nutrient Network can be found HERE, and DRAGNet HERE.
- Collecting baseline plant diversity and community structure information from the Grasslands at RAFC.
- Identifying variations in plant diversity based on the proximity to agricultural lands.
- Assist in developing experimental designs for research questions.
- Developing spatial data sets using ArcGIS Pro.
- Analyze high resolution imagery for land cover classification across RAFC.
Bald Eagle (BAEA) Research
- Assist in identifying trap sites, locating BAEA nests, collecting prey remains from below nests.
- Trapping begins in late fall, so potential opportunity to trap and collect samples from adult eagles on RAFC.
- Learn how to collect blood and feather samples for various ongoing research studies.
- Band adult eagles with USGS Federal bands.
Through this internship, students will develop valuable field and lab skills and gain real-world experience in earth and avian science research. This opportunity is relevant to any student passionate about environmental science, geology, ecology, GIS, computer science and beyond. Hours will be determined at a mutually agreeable time.
To apply, please upload ONE FILE that includes (1) a cover letter explaining your interest, (2) your resume, (3) the name of one faculty/staff reference from the college, and (4) your Fall 2025 semester availability including class, job, sports, etc. commitments. The same letter can be used for all internships sponsored the Center for Environment and Society as long as it includes each internship that you are interested in and how it aligns with your academic interests, career goals, and why you are a good fit for the position.
