Minerva Hamilton Hoyt Internship

Funder: Pasadena Garden Club (in partnership with Joshua Tree National Park Association)

Geographic Scope: Joshua Tree National Park, California

Program Description:
The Minerva Hamilton Hoyt Internship is an annual internship opportunity for CMC students majoring in STEM to work with Joshua Tree National Park professionals on conservation, environmental quality, and scientific research projects.

Background

Minerva Hamilton Hoyt was one of the Pasadena Garden Club's most esteemed members and is credited with being instrumental in the establishment of Joshua Tree National Park. The internship honors her legacy by promoting environmental quality through educational programs and actions in the fields of conservation and civic improvement.

Eligibility

• Academic Major: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics)
• Institution: Copper Mountain College student
• GPA Requirement: 3.0 or higher
• Academic Status: Currently enrolled student

Award Description

Internship position (not a cash award) including:

• Work under supervision of Joshua Tree National Park employees
• Assignment to Science and Resource Stewardship division
• Mix of fieldwork, data management, and scientific research
• Occurs during CMC's semester (e.g., Spring 2022 per past award)
• Hands-on experience with environmental professionals

Award Purpose

To provide educational opportunity and mentorship in environmental science and conservation fields while advancing Joshua Tree National Park's mission

Contact Information

• Joshua Tree National Park Association: Primary contact
• CMC Biology Department: Dr. Paul Delaney (or relevant STEM faculty)
• CMC Phone: 760.366.3791
• CMC Website: www.cmccd.edu

Application Process

Detailed application procedures not specified in source material. Based on past awards, application likely involves:

1. Identify Eligible Candidates: CMC STEM students with 3.0+ GPA
2. Nomination/Application: Process coordinated between CMC and Joshua Tree National Park Association
3. Selection: Annual selection by Joshua Tree National Park Association from CMC applicants
4. Internship Timing: Occurs during designated CMC semester

Eligibility Requirements

• Major: STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics)
• Institution: Copper Mountain College student
• GPA: 3.0 or higher
• Academic Status: Currently enrolled student at CMC

Internship Details

• Duration: One CMC semester
• Location: Joshua Tree National Park
• Department: Science and Resource Stewardship division
• Responsibilities:
  • Fieldwork
  • Data management
  • Scientific research
  • Work under supervision of JTNP professionals

Contact for Information

• CMC Biology/STEM Department: Dr. Paul Delaney or relevant faculty
• CMC Phone: 760.366.3791
• CMC Website: www.cmccd.edu
• Joshua Tree National Park Association: Contact through CMC or JTNP directly