Internship Opportunities
CTAHR Internships
Most CTAHR departments require students to undertake an internship prior to graduation to help them prepare for their career. These internships can be obtained from a variety of sources (see below). Most students find an internship with a private company, non-profit institution, or government agency. NREM maintains a list of current and recent internship opportunities as well as internship websites at our job opportunities website. Your internship can count toward the requirements of NREM 492 if you meet the guidelines and complete the necessary assignments. Contact Dr. Travis Idol for more information about the internship requirements for NREM 492.
UH PIPES www.uhh.hawaii.edu/uhintern
The Pacific Internship Program for Exploring Sciences (PIPES) offers several internship programs for students interested in the natural and environmental sciences, especially for Native Hawaiians and other Pacific Islanders. Students work with researchers at various UH campuses and state or federal agencies such as the Hawaii Division of Forestry and Wildlife or the US Geological Survey. Several NREM students have taken advantage of internship opportunities offered through the PIPES program.
Federal STEP and SCEP Programs: www.opm.gov/employ/students/intro.asp
The US Office of Personnel Management offers two student internship programs: the Student Temporary Employment Program (STEP) and the Student Career Enhancement Program (SCEP). The STEP program is meant for general student employment either during the summer or throughout the year. It may not necessarily be related to your academic background. The SCEP program provides work experience directly related to your academic field of study. There are formal periods of work and study while you are attending school. It requires a commitment by you, your school, and the employing federal agency. You may be eligible for permanent employment under this component after successfully completing your education and meeting work requirements. STEP and SCEP positions are offered through individual federal agencies such as the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Bureau of Land Management, Department of Commerce, and others. To find these positions, go to the USA Jobs website: www.usajobs.gov and use STEP or SCEP as the job search keyword.