Information for Students

This Sustainability Internship Course will provide students with direct access to employers working on issues broadly related to sustainability in Portland, nationally, and internationally.

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Information For Students

Students are supported throughout their internship, gaining valuable skills and expertise both in the classroom and in the workplace.

• Students receive 4-credit hours for participation in an 8-12 week long internship.
• Internships will be secured in advance of student application to the program. The vast majority of these internships are only available to Lewis & Clark students.
• Students will apply to approximately three internship roles and will be assisted in determining which positions best match their interests and skills.
• The course is limited to 10-12 students.

Eligibility and Approval Process:

• Eligible students are rising juniors and seniors who are graduating in Fall ’26, ’27 or ’28.
• The course acceptance requires an application, two references, and a resume.
• Application period is from February 1-27. Please see the full timeline below.
• Application decisions will be made based on relevant skills and education, the quality of your references, and alignment of your skills and interests with the positions available.
• This program requires that students attend an informational session during the spring semester, an in-person intensive course from May 18-21, 2025, as well as virtual weekly class meet-ups through August 7.
• Course fee is $250.

Application: Apply here by February 27.

Internships: Please see the current list, additional positions may be added over the next couple of weeks.

Students may also bring an internship employer into this program. To learn more contact, Amy Dvorak.

References: Two references are required, including at least one LC faculty or staff. Please share this form with your references.

Have questions? Contact us: Amy Dvorak or 503.768.7794 or come the Sustainability Office Fowler 263

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Recruitment & Applications	Interviews & Hiring
January: Finalize employer positions, promotion to students	March 6-31 Employers receive applications, schedule interviews
February 1 - 27: Student application period	April 3: Employers inform students and Lewis & Clark regarding their selection, students register
February 5: 4 pm information session - Zoom	May 18 - 21: Intern training intensive week (Location: Sustainability Office)
February 19: 12 pm - 2 pm drop in hours - Fowler 263	Week of May 27: Internships begin
March 1-5: Students notified of application status, prepare internship application materials	Week of August 7: Final presentations, internships and course completion