Dept of Environmental Conservation
50 Circle RoadStony Brook , NY 11790
E-Mail: joyce.rodler@dec.ny.gov
Phone: (631) 444-0340
Division/Unit: Materials Management
Web Site:
www.dec.ny.gov
Pesticide Management Internship (ID: 108150) for Summer 2020
Agency/Facility
Stony Brook , NY 11790
E-Mail: joyce.rodler@dec.ny.gov
Phone: (631) 444-0340
Proposal Information
Description:
The intern will work with the Bureau of Pesticide Management's Outreach and Web committees in order to promote the Pesticide Management Program's objectives. Tasks may include drafting GovDelivery publications, updating program brochures, publicizing pollinator protection, publishing updates on the LI Strategy via newsletter and videotaping program objectives for training and social media promotion. The intern will work on coordinating and promoting outreach and educational events for the community and industry alike. Examples of projects may include: Tick Awareness Forums, NYS Fair and Empire Farm Days, Pollinator Protection Promotions, Regulatory Outreach. **Must work with in the policies and regulatory framework put forth by the NYSDEC Bureau of Pest Management.
Skills:
Computer and multimedia
Written communication
Marketing
Event planning and organization
Knowledge of environmental sciences
Internship Areas: Agriculture, Communications/Public Relations, Environmental Conservation, Information Technology
Logistical Information
Payment? Unpaid
Number of Hours: 10 - 19
Location: Suffolk
Number of Interns Needed: 1
Desired Candidate Profile
Preferred Standing Junior
Minimum Standing: Sophomore
Degree Concentrations: Agricultural Studies, Communication Studies, Education Studies, Environmental Studies, Information Technology, Natural Science, Visual/Performing Arts