Communicating Science Intern (Temporary)-IARC

 

University of Alaska System

 

As a communicating science intern, you'll have the exciting opportunity to work with scientists and gain hands-on training and experience in translating scientific concepts into accessible and engaging content for diverse audiences. The Alaska Climate Adaptation Science Center seeks two interns for a 10-week summer 2024 internship from June 10, 2024 - August 9, 2024. Current or recently graduated undergraduate students with an interest in science and society, science communication, or science policy are encouraged to apply. Housing in Fairbanks, Alaska and travel to Anchorage and field research sites during the internship will be provided. This is a paid internship at $17.81/hr.

 

During this unique, new 10-week internship you'll work with a team of USGS Alaska Science Center scientists and Alaska Climate Adaptation Science Center science communication experts to support research activities (in ecology, biology, environmental science) and generate creative and innovate communication products in a supportive, semi-structured environment. During this internship, you'll gain firsthand experience with field research methods and data analysis. You'll also learn about public outreach and science communication, and work with a team to produce one or more science communication projects. The intern will report to Drs. Kristin Timm (UAF) and Dr. John Pearce (USGS) and will build professional experiences and connections with both University and USGS research professionals.

 

To thrive in this role, you must be an upper level undergraduate or a recently graduate, and excited about learning more about science communication, and passionate about science. The successful intern will also have excellent written and oral communication skills; the ability to follow detailed instructions and meet deadlines; the ability to work independently and as a team; and be organized and detail oriented.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

 

We accept applications for current undergraduate students enrolled at any university or recently graduated applicants with an interest in science and society, science communication, or science policy.

 

Position Details:

 

This position is located on the UAF campus in Fairbanks, and it is a flexible on-site/hybrid work arrangements may be considered in accordance with UA regulations and the type of work assigned. This is a part-time, non-exempt hourly-temporary position during the Summer 2024.

 

Application Process:

 

To apply for this position, please provide a cover letter, resume, unofficial transcripts, a writing sample, and the names of three professional references. Applications will be accepted for review on 4/22/2024, to ensure consideration, please apply by 11:55 PM, Alaska Standard Time on 4/21/2024.

 

The Alaska Climate Adaptation Science Center seeks to fill two (2) intern positions for a 10-week summer 2024 internship from June 10, 2024 - August 9, 2024.

 

*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

 

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.

 

UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: http://www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination.

 

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

 

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

 

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Delia Lopez-Ketzler, IARC HR Coordinator, at mailto:dketzler@alaska.edu or 907-474-1960.

 

*Each university within the University of Alaska system publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.

 

Access to the reports is available at:

 

UAA: (Addresses Anchorage campus, Aviation Technology Complex, JBER - Elmendorf Extension, JBER - Richardson Extension, Kenai Peninsula College - Kachemak Bay campus, Kenai Peninsula College - Kenai River campus, Kodiak College, Kodiak High School Extension, Matanuska-Susitna College, Prince William Sound College, and Prince William Sound College - Cordova Extension) Online: https://www.uaa.alaska.edu/students/safety. Request a paper copy in person: UAA Police Department Office at Room 114 of Eugene Short Hall on the Anchorage campus / UAA Dean of Students Office at Room 122 of Rasmuson Hall on the Anchorage campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-786-1120 or mailto:police@uaa.alaska.edu / 907-786-1214 or mailto:uaa_deanofstudents@alaska.edu.

 

UAF: (Addresses Fairbanks Campus, Bristol Bay Campus, Chukchi Campus, Community and Technical College, Kasitsna Bay Campus, Seward Marine Center, Tok Campus, Kuskokwim Campus, and Northwest Campus) Online: https://www.uaf.edu/orca/files/ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: UAF Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability on the 3rd Floor of Constitution Hall. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-474-7300 or mailto:uaf-orca@alaska.edu.

 

UAS: (Addresses the Juneau Auke Bay Campus, Juneau Technical Education Center, Sitka Campus, & Ketchikan Campus) Online: https://uas.alaska.edu/equity-and-compliance/docs/clery/UAS_ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: Hendrickson Building, Suite 202 on the Juneau campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-796-6371 or emailing mailto:uas.clery@alaska.edu.

 

To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/5203540

 

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