AIHEC/USDA/NRCS Student Internship Program

Funder: U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)

Program Type: Student Internship Program

Geographic Scope: United States (approximately 30 work positions identified throughout the US, with efforts to identify locations close to applicants' respective TCUs and communities)

Program Description:
An internship program established to strengthen the long-term partnership between NRCS and Tribal Colleges & Universities (TCUs) by increasing the number of students studying, graduating, and pursuing careers in natural resources, conservation, and other related fields of study.

Position Details:

• Positions available: Soil conservation and engineering trainees
• Approximately 30 work positions identified throughout the US
• Positions can be structured as summers only and/or part-time throughout the year

Compensation & Benefits:

• Paid internships to the NRCS throughout academic degree program
• Housing allowance provided if students cannot work from their home location

Career Pathways:

• After the internship, interns are eligible to apply for permanent appointments with the NRCS

Focus Areas:

• Natural resources conservation
• Engineering
• Environmental conservation
• Related natural resources fields

Contact Information:

• Environmental Programs Coordinator: Lisa Vandever
• Email: lvandever@aihec.org
• Phone: 928-225-8802

Application Process

Applicants should contact the Environmental Programs Coordinator with interest in the program.

Required Information:

• Academic degree program enrollment status
• Academic major/field of study
• Geographic location/home location preferences

Next Steps:

• AIHEC works to identify internship locations close to applicants' respective TCUs and communities
• Application portal available through the program website