Green Internship Information/Application Spring 2016
As you may know, each semester part of your tuition and fees supports the Green Campus Initiative. The University of Memphis
Sustainable Campus (Green) Fee Committee provides funding for approved proposals to make the University of Memphis
campus more sustainable.
The Green Fee Committee has received a proposal for funding for undergraduate green internships. Based on funding received,
selected students will be provided the opportunity to work with a campus or community partner to enhance the student’s
understanding of sustainability and to assist in the organization’s efforts to promote sustainability.
If you are interested in applying for the Green Internship, please review the information below.
What is a Green Internship?
A green internship is an educational/work experience sponsored by a campus unit or a community organization that promotes
sustainability in areas such as; Energy efficiency, Utility conservation, Environmental protection, Recycling and others.
Who is eligible to apply for a green internship?
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Undergraduate students who have active status in the Student Success Services (SSS) Program and students who are
first generation, low-income or students with a disability will be given first consideration for the opportunity.
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Subsequently all undergraduate students who meet the following criteria will be invited to apply:
Minimum sophomore standing at time of application
Minimum 2.50 grade point average
Minimum of one or more regular semesters (fall/spring) remaining before graduation
What does a Green Internship require?
Students selected for a Green Internship are required to:
• Satisfactorily complete an approved internship learning contract
o Internship Course in Academic Major (meet with your academic advisor about this option)
o ELC 4000 – Community Internship (if your department does not have an internship course)
• Earn 3 semester hours of academic internship credit
• Complete 150 clock hours of internship experience during the semester
• Present internship experience at Green Internships Recognition Event
How much do selected green interns earn?
Interns earn a stipend of $10 per hour or $1500 for the semester plus $200 to assist with tuition costs for an academic internship
for a total of $1700. Stipends will be distributed bi-weekly over a four month period.
Where do selected Green Interns work?
Based on funding received, selected students will be provided the opportunity to work with campus or community partner to
enhance the student’s understanding of sustainability and to assist in the organization’s efforts to promote sustainability.
Placements are based on major, experience, career goals and availability of approved internship sites.
What types of activities do Green Interns perform?
Some of the activities include; Advertising, Advocacy, Education, Fundraising, Marketing, Project Management, Public
Relations, Research, Social Media, Special Events, and other appropriate activities.
How do I apply for a Green Internship?
Complete and electronically submit the following to greeninternships@memphis.edu
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A one page resume
A letter of recommendation
The following application
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Spring 2016 University of Memphis Student Green Internship Application
To apply for this prestigious internship program please complete and submit by_______________________:
1. A one page professionally reviewed resume
2. A letter of recommendation from a U of M faculty or staff member, a former employer, or mentor. Please submit letters
of recommendations to greeninternships@memphis.edu. The recommender may choose to send the letter across
directly or include it in the student’s application packet.
3. Completed application
Please Type or Write Neatly
Last Name:
First Name:
Street Address:
M.I.:
Are you a Pell Grant
Recipient?
Yes
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City:
State:
Home Phone:
(
)
Cell Phone:
(
)
Zip:
No
Email:
U-Number:
Parent’s Highest Level of Educational Attainment (Please enter an “X” in the appropriate box.)
Mother
Father
No high school/ Some high school
High school graduate
Some college
Two year college degree
Four-year college degree
Unknown
If you are a member of any of the below mentioned programs, please check the appropriate box. If not, please select N/A.
TRIO/SSP Classic
When do you expect to graduate?
TRIO/SSP STEM
First Scholars
Fall
Spring
What is your current classification?
N/A
Summer
Year
What is your current GPA?
Minor?
Minor?
________________________________________
What is your Major?
Which of the following types of activities are you best prepared to perform as a Green Intern:
(Check all that apply)
Advertising
Public Relations
Advocacy
Research
Education
Social Media
Fundraising
Special Events
Marketing
Other Appropriate Activities such as:
Project Management
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In approximately 300 words respond to the following 3 questions:
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Why are you interested in sustainability efforts?
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What knowledge and skills would you contribute to an organization’s sustainability initiatives?
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How would a Green Internship enhance your professional preparation and/or career development?
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