Job Description Summary & Additional Information

Organization's Summary Statement: The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science (UMCES) is a premier research institution dedicated to advancing scientific understanding of the environment and applying that knowledge to address pressing environmental challenges. With a mission to conduct world-class research, educate future environmental leaders, and provide unbiased scientific information to inform public policy, the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science (UMCES) plays a vital role in protecting and restoring our natural resources. UMCES researchers work across a wide range of disciplines, from ecology and oceanography to environmental economics and social science, to understand complex environmental challenges facing Maryland, the nation, and the world.

The Institute of Marine and Environmental Technology (IMET), The University of Maryland Center For Environmental Science (UMCES), and the University System of Maryland are committed to creating opportunities for a diverse body of undergraduates to enable and encourage students from underrepresented backgrounds to continue on to higher degrees and careers in marine and environmental science. IMET’s mission is to develop innovative approaches to protect and restore coastal marine systems and their watersheds, sustainably use resources in ways to benefit human well-being, and to integrate research excellence with education, training and economic development.

Our paid summer undergraduate internships include a nine-week research project in environmental, microbiology, molecular, estuarine and marine sciences.

This internship will provide opportunities for undergraduate students to gain:

• Lab experience
• Seminars, workshops, and professional development

This internship is considered full time Monday-Friday, beginning June 7, 2027 and ending on August 6, 2027. This is an hourly internship, and does not qualify for State of MD Health Benefits.

Eligibility Requirements:

● Undergraduate student in a major related to biological, molecular, microbial, environmental, marine sciences, etc.

● GPA 3.0 or above

Applications accepted from October 19, 2026 until February 1, 2027.

Required Application Materials: Application form (linked here), resume, unofficial transcript, personal statement--You MUST submit all required documents in the attachment section. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

 

Best Consideration Date: 02/01/2027

 

Posting Close Date: 02/02/2027

 

Open Until Filled: no

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION:

EXPERIENCE:

OTHER:

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Ability to read, write and follow instructions. Some positions may require demonstration of specific attributes or abilities to perform assigned work.

OTHER:

Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

N/A

Department

UMCES-Institute of Marine & Environmental Technology

Worker Sub-Type

Staff Contractual (C1) (Fixed Term)

Salary Range

$16.00 per hour

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science is an equal opportunity employer. The Center’s policies, programs, and activities are in conformance with pertinent Federal and State laws and regulations on nondiscrimination regarding race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, and disability. Inquiries regarding compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Educational Amendments; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990; or related legal requirements should be directed to the Assistant Vice President of Human Resources, Center Administration, 2020 Horns Point Rd, Cambridge, MD 21613.