Windham County Watershed Health Internship  

Dates: June 1^st – August 1^st 
Location(s): UVM Extension Office, 130 Austine Drive Brattleboro, VT 05346 (Housing will be provided at School for International Training (SIT)) 
Total Hours: 80 credit hours  

Internship Description:

• Flood and erosion mitigation work with Guilford preservation Trust 

• Agroecology: Buffer and forestry planting and invasive management work with Scott Farm, New leaf CSA, wild Carrot farm, & more) 

• Upland forest ecological flood mitigation and biodiversity enhancement projects. 

Learning Objectives:

1. To learn tools and techniques of ecological restoration at the watershed scale, from river bottom to upland forest terrain. 

2. To work shoulder to shoulder with community volunteers and leaders to plan and complete watershed improvement projects. 

3.  Become adept at identifying the tree and shrub species used in restoration projects in VT. 

Professional Development Skills:

1. Support skill development in fields such as Environmental Science, Ecological Sciences, Ecomedia & more.

For more information on the above programs, please visit the following links: 
Ecological Planning Labratory 
 

Farmworker Education Hub Media Internship
 

Dates: May 18 – August 7 
Location(s): Remote (students may have opportunities to accompany supervisor on 2-4 dairy farm visits 
Total Hours: 80 credit hours 

Internship Description:

The intern will support the Farmworker Education Hub Coordinator in developing dynamic educational videos for Spanish-speaking farmworkers in Vermont. Topics of the videos will include English language learning, obtaining your driver's license, obtaining your GED and pursuing post-secondary education, and financial management, among others. The Coordinator will provide all content for the videos, and the intern will support the coordinator in turning this content into engaging, high-quality video content. 

Learning Objectives:

1. To learn to develop high-quality educational videos for non-traditional learners. 

2. To learn to turn existing educational content into dynamic and engaging learning materials. 

3. To learn about the experiences of the farmworker community in Vermont. 

Professional Development Skills:

1. Expand media and communication skills. 

2. Develop high-quality final products for public use. 

3. Practice self-guided project and time management. 

For more information on the above program, please visit the following link: 
Farmworker Education Hub 

Video Production Assistant Internship
 

Dates: May 18^th – August 7^th  
Location(s): 23 Mansfield Ave., Burlington, VT 
Hours: 80 credit hours

Internship Description:

Across the Fence, the longest-running daily TV news show in Vermont, airs from 12:15 to 12:30, M-F on the local CBS affiliate. You would work as a Production Assistant, which means you would assist the Producer and multi-media journalists in studio and on-location shoots for this 70-year-old daily television news program. 

All work will center around the daily production needs of the Across the Fence television program. The scope of work would include on-location video production requiring carrying gear, developing story ideas, scripting, show prep, social media management and other duties as assigned. 

Learning Objectives: 

1. Field production and eng (electronic news gathering). 

2. Editorial judgement with an emphasis on visual storytelling. 

3. Video editing and post-production. 

Professional Development Goals: 

1. Independent video production and reporting experience 

2. Digital and effective social media production 

3. Professional workflow and collaboration 

For more information on Across the Fence visit the Across the Fence webpage or the Across the Fence YouTube Channel.

Plant Diagnostic Clinic Internship

Dates: May 18 – August 7
Location(s): 110 Jeffords Hall, UVM Campus 
Total Hours: 80 credit hours  

Internship Description:

The intern could choose 1 or 2 credits, depending on their need/desire. The intern will use microscopes and digital capture equipment to examine, analyze and produce diagnostic reports on plant samples that are submitted to the Clinic. The student will make media and pour plates to assist in the diagnosis and identification of diseases and plant pathogens. The student will learn how to upload diagnostic sample data into the National Plant Diagnostic Clinic database. The student will assist with grant funded research by plating and analyzing seeds in replicated trials for seedborne pathogens of grains and hemp. The student will participate in outreach activities by assisting the UVM Master Gardener Helpline volunteers with home garden and landscape pest and disease issues in addition to attending twilight meetings, ag/hort field days and other farm visits with UVM extension staff and faculty. 

Learning Objectives:

1. Facility using microscopes, moist chambers and media plating in addition to digital capture equipment to identify plant pathogens in submitted samples. The student will learn how to upload diagnostic data to the National Plant Diagnostic database.  

2. Exposure to grant-funded research projects by identifying seedborne pathogens in replicated trials researching the effect of steam treatment on organic grains and hemp seed.  

3. Exposure to a variety of Extension outreach activities such as the Master Gardener Helpline, ag/hort field days, twilight meetings and workshops.

Professional Development Skills:

1. The student will gain confidence and abilities for diagnosing plant diseases and pathogens through visual observation, microscope work and media plating and uploading of diagnostic data. This will give the student handson applied experience that would enable them to work in other diagnostic labs or to pursue further graduate work in the field of plant pathology.  

2. The student will participate in Extension outreach in the Clinic and in the field to gain experience and exposure to Extension activities and career possibilities.  

3. The student will gain exposure to research activities and replicated seed analysis in the laboratory to spark interest in further graduate work and/or a career in research. 

For more information on the above program, please visit the following link: 

Plant Diagnostic Clinic

Riparian Forest Restoration Monitoring and Support Internship 
 

Dates: June 1^st – August 7^th (flexible) 
Location(s): Spear Street Forestry Lab and various restoration site locations in Vermont, mostly within the Winooski River watershed. 
Total Hours: 80 credit hours  

Internship Description:

The Forest Restoration Monitoring intern will work with the Lake Champlain Sea Grant/ UVM-Extension Watershed Forestry Partnership Coordinator, non-profit conservation organizations, and US Fish & Wildlife to assist in data collection at several stream-side (riparian) forest restoration sites in Vermont for the purpose of improving restoration methods. The focus will be on the Winooski River watershed, with opportunities to work in other watersheds. Day to day activities will vary between field work collecting tree survivorship and growth data and office work collating this data with data from past monitoring efforts. Field work may involve navigating and traversing rough (but often beautiful!) terrain in hot weather where exposure to sun, ticks, poison ivy, wild parsnip, and biting insects is likely. Precautionary measures such the use of sunscreen, long pants & long sleeves, and insect repellent will be required. After an initial training period, the intern will be expected to do field data collection independently. 

Learning objectives:

1. Develop careful, methodical data collection and organization skills.
2. Get practice communicating with landowners and staff from partnering organizations.
3. Become adept at identifying the tree and shrub species used in restoration projects in VT.

Professional Development Goals:

1. Develop good working relationships with several conservation organizations in Vermont.
2. Get exposure to the working environments of conservation organizations.
3. Experience presenting results in written summary reports and oral presentations.

For more information on the above programs, please visit the following links:
Watershed Forestry Partnership
Friends of the Winooski River
US Fish & Wildlife

Magnetic Fields Farm Intern
 

Dates: May 18^th – August 7^th  
Location(s): Athens, VT  
Hours:  80 credit hours

Internship Description:

Intern will learn about agroecology and farm viability by working on a small-scale fruit farm, including preparing lowtill beds, planting, weeding, trellising, building high tunnels, assembling irrigation, and other farm-related tasks. 

Learning objectives:

1.  I can describe agroecological practices that are especially relevant to Vermont. 

2. I can identify key challenges to small-scale farm viability.  

3.  I can explain the production process for agroecological fruits.

Professional Development Goals:

1. Learn agroecological techniques for growing fruits on a small-scale farm.

2. Practice strategies for physical and mental health in the context of farm work.  

3. Identify top career pathways based on learnings from this experience.

UVM Strategic Communication's Storymapping Internship
 

Dates: May 1 – August 1  
Location(s): UVM Campus & UVM Extension offices
Hours: 80 credit hours

Internship Description:

This internship would oversee the production of at least two virtual storymaps for use by the UVM community and the public. One storymap would provide a virtual walking tour of UVM's on-campus trees, with photos/videos/audio/illustrations of the trees and their interesting/educational facts. A second storymap would feature Extension's off-campus locations statewide, including offices and the Borderview Research Farm. (Travel required to Extension offices across the state. The intern and the Extension Communications Manager can discuss preferences around how much car travel they will do). If time allows, the intern can create an additional storymap about notable UVM campus history.

Learning objectives:

1. Practicing effective outreach and communication by producing high-quality media on UVM campus (and potentially at Extension off-campus locations).

2. Using accessibility best practices in creating a virtual experience for UVM community members and the public.

3. Iterating a product to fulfill a need expressed by a stakeholder/audience (in this case, UVM Staff Council).

Professional Development Goals:

1. Planning, executing and sharing a project from start to finish.

2. Acquiring and strengthening multimedia production skills.

3. Building relationships/collaborating in order to best accomplish the goal.

For additional information visit: UVM Strategic Communications Team
 

4-H STEM Programs & Activities Coordinator Internship
 

Dates: May 18 – August 7  
Location(s): Burlington, VT & Remote
Hours: 80 credit hours

Internship Description:

 The 4-H STEM Program & Activities Coordinator Intern will provide early-stage event planning and support for 4-H STEM initiatives including Discover Engineering event, Science Cafes and STEM Showcase events that will happen in the fall 2026 and 2027. This role centers on building the organizational and logistical foundation necessary for successful youth 4-H STEM events and programs.
   
   This role will assist with pre-event planning processes, including developing timelines, drafting planning documents, organizing task lists, and supporting internal coordination among staff and partners. Responsibilities may include researching potential speakers, campus partners, industry collaborators, and community organizations; helping align activities with youth development and STEM learning goals; and assisting in identifying inclusive and accessible programming strategies.
   
   This position does not involve independently running events. Instead, the intern will play a key preparatory role by strengthening event structure, improving planning systems, and ensuring programs are positioned for smooth and successful implementation by 4-H staff in 2027. 

Learning objectives:

1. Develop Event Planning Systems: This role will strengthen early-stage event planning processes by contributing to timeline development, logistical coordination, partner research, and the creation of planning documents that support successful 4-H STEM programming.

2. Enhance Professional Communication & Partnership Coordination: This role will improve communication and teamwork skills by helping coordinate efforts among university faculty, undergraduate ambassadors, community partners, and 4-H staff to support successful STEM programs.

3. Program Design & Evaluation Practices: This role will contribute to aligning STEM outreach activities with 4-H youth development goals, supporting inclusive program design strategies, and assisting in the development of evaluation tools that measure program impact and inform continuous improvement.

Professional Development Goals:

1.    Build Professional Project Management Skills: This role will develop transferable project management skills, including event planning details, task prioritization, timeline management, marketing and promotion, basic event budgeting, and developing skills applicable across nonprofit, education, and STEM-related careers.

2. Strengthen Communication and Professional Confidence: This role will build professional confidence by connecting with faculty, community partners, and 4-H staff, developing skills in clear communication, stakeholder engagement, and supporting team-based planning efforts.

3. Expand Career Pathway Awareness in STEM & Youth Development Fields: This role will provide exposure to careers in STEM, higher education, Extension programming, nonprofit program management, and community partnership development, helping clarify professional interests and future career pathways.

For additional information visit: 4-H Science