UW EarthLab

🌟 Know a University of Washington undergraduate ready to make an impact? 🌟

The EarthLab Summer Internship Program is back for its fifth year—and this is our largest cohort yet!

We're seeking curious, motivated students eager to tackle real-world challenges at the intersection of climate change and social justice. Over nine weeks, interns will collaborate on applied research and hands-on projects while building skills in interdisciplinary, community-engaged work.

What makes this program stand out:
✅ Internship stipend + $180 commuting stipend (for UPass or travel costs)
✅ Dedicated mentorship from site supervisors and EarthLab staff
✅ Weekly cohort sessions focused on peer learning, career growth, and environmental justice
✅ A supportive community of students from all majors, backgrounds, and UW campuses
✅ Culminating showcase to present their work to colleagues, friends, and family

💡 How you can help:
Share this opportunity with students in your classes, advising sessions, or networks. A quick mention can open doors for someone looking for their next step.

📅 Application deadline: February 17, 2026 at 5 p.m. PT
🎓 Virtual info sessions: 1/23 at 10 am, 1/28 at 1 pm, or 2/10 at 11am

Learn more and apply here: https://bit.ly/ELIntern26



Center for Nature and Health
UW Department of Environmental & Occupational Health Sciences
University of Washington Bothell
University of Washington Tacoma

Join us for two back-to-back readings celebrating "The Nature of Our Times: Poems on America's Lands, Waters, Wildlife, and Other Natural Wonders"—a shared initiative featuring over 200 voices from artists, ecologists, academics, and Indigenous communities across North America.

📍 Vashon Island | Tuesday, January 13, 5–7 PM @ Vashon Land Trust
📍 Capitol Hill | Wednesday, January 14, 7–9 PM @ Elliott Bay Book Company

🎟️ Both events are free & open to the public

Featured readers include:
→ Derek Sheffield, Washington State Poet Laureate
→ David Hassler, co-editor of the anthology & Executive Director, Wick Poetry Center
→ Ching-In Chen, Writer & Associate Professor, UW Bothell
→ Lara Volski, PhD Candidate, UW School of Environmental and Forest Sciences
→ Kelli Russell Agodon, Poet, Writer, Editor (Jan 14)
→ Patrick Dixon, Writer and Photographer (Jan 14)
→ Vashon Island poets Ann Spiers, Margaret Roncone, Sandra Noel, Catherine Johnson, and Mary G. L. Shackelford (Jan 13)

With introductions by Phillip Levin, director of The Nature Record

Poetry won't solve everything—but speaking aloud shifts what we notice, what we value, and what we're willing to defend. This is an invitation to stay connected and remember that the future is something we shape together.

In collaboration with UW EarthLab, Vashon Land Trust , Wick Poetry Center, Elliott Bay Book Company, The Nature Record, Washington Sea Grant, Simpson Center for the Humanities at UW and the Poetry Coalition.

Please share with anyone who might be moved to attend. 💚

“Central and Eastern Washington face some of the most extreme climate impacts in the state, yet effective science communication is not centered around the communities that need it most.”

University of Washington junior Ella Gebers reflects on her time growing up in Central Washington and how it shaped her views of climate communication across the State. As EarthLab’s Storytelling for Social Change summer intern, Ella has explored the transdisciplinary work of climate action and the importance of ethical and accessible science communication.

🌎✨Read her full story: https://earthlab.uw.edu/2025/08/crossing-the-cascades-the-importance-of-inclusive-environmental-communication/

Join our partners and the Center for Disaster Resilient Communities for a hybrid event on May 20 called, “What Washington Can Learn from California’s Wildfires.” We'll first hear from a panel of disaster preparedness researchers in California and Washington and then dive into small-group discussions to explore what future solutions can look like together. https://cdrc.uw.edu/2025/04/may-20-event-what-washington-can-learn-from-californias-wildfires/

📍 UW Seattle, Hans Rosling Center
🗓 Tuesday, May 20 | 11:30am–1:30pm
💻 Hybrid (panel online + in person, discussions in person only)
📩 RSVP by May 14 – link in bio!

On April 10th, the UW Center for Urban Horticulture came alive with energy, ideas, and community spirit during EarthLab’s second annual Spring Showcase.

Over 100 friends, partners, and supporters gathered to celebrate progress and collaboration toward climate solutions.

The evening was a powerful reminder: when people from different backgrounds and disciplines come together with shared purpose, we create momentum for meaningful change.

Thank you to everyone who joined us! Learn more about the event and how you can support our work: https://earthlab.uw.edu/2025/04/earthlabs-second-annual-spring-showcase/

In the latest NextGen Narratives blog, UW junior Brianna Blanchard shares how the experience of living through the 2020 lockdown as a high school sophomore shaped her understanding of isolation, connection, and community.

Five years later, Brianna reflects on the power of shared experiences through her participation in EarthLab’s 2024 summer internship program and what it meant to be part of a supportive cohort of young changemakers.

Read her full story on the blog and see how the next generation is finding purpose through connection. 🌱📖 https://earthlab.uw.edu/2025/04/finding-connection-through-earthlabs-cohort-model/

Can we get a 👏 round of applause 👏 for EarthLab Summer '24 intern Nina Pursai () for making this year's ?! This recognition is given to 100 students across UW's three campuses who are making the most of their school experience through leadership, passion, and impact. We're so excited to see what you do next!

We’re hiring! 🌿 EarthLab at the University of Washington is looking for a full-time Fiscal Specialist to join our finance and administration team.

If you have experience with complex financial processes (budget forecasting, reporting, analysis, and policy development) and want your work to support an equitable and sustainable world, we’d love to hear from you.

🟢 This is a hybrid-eligible role (Tues/Thurs in office on UW’s Seattle campus)
🟢 Salary range: $4,216–$5,667/month, DOE
🟢 Apply once to join a candidate bank and be considered for multiple Fiscal Specialist 2 roles at UW.

📎 Learn more and apply here: https://uwhires.admin.washington.edu/eng/candidates/default.cfm?szCategory=jobprofile&szOrderID=237203&szCandidateID=0&szSearchWords=&szReturnToSearch=1

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🌍✨ Hey students! ✨🌍 
 
Join EarthLab for a winter social mixer to connect with other UW students passionate about climate justice. This event is the second in a series that we’re hosting as a way to make space for students to guide the conversation around what climate justice can look like in our community. Come share your ideas, meet like-minded peers, and help shape the conversation for a larger spring event like the one we hosted last year! 
 
📅 When: February 26, 2025 | 2:00–3:30 PM 
📍 Where: HUB Room 250, UW Seattle Campus  
 
What’s in store? 
✅ Collaborative poster boards & activities 
✅ Winter-themed snacks & a cozy vibe 
✅ Opportunities to connect with student orgs 
 
Open to all UW undergrad and grad students. Let’s build a stronger climate community together! 
 
👉 RSVP with the link in bio! 
📩 Questions? DM us or email email us at [email protected].  
 

Although the EarthLab Summer Internship Program is exclusively for undergraduates, there are some pretty incredible opportunities available for graduate students through our Member Organizations! Whether you’re looking to expand your research, gain hands-on experience, or engage with the public on climate issues, these programs are worth exploring:
 
✨ Pacific Northwest Climate Ambassador Program
🔹 Learn to engage with public sectors on climate issues.
📅 Deadline: February 1, 2025
 
✨ 2025-2026 Research Fellowship Program
🔹 Conduct decision-relevant climate adaptation research.
📅 Deadline: March 10, 2025
 
✨ Climate Equity & Resilience Summer Institute (CERSI)
🔹 Dive into climate justice & resilience studies.
📅 Priority Deadline: February 28, 2025
📅 Final Deadline: March 17, 2025
 
📌 Don’t wait—apply today via the link in our bio, or tag a friend who needs to see this! Let’s build a resilient, equitable future together 💚 
 

🌟 Do you know a University of Washington undergraduate ready to take the next step in their educational journey? 🌟

The EarthLab Summer Internship Program is looking for imaginative and resourceful students passionate about tackling the challenges of climate change and social justice. This 9-week paid internship offers UW undergraduates hands-on experience with real-world projects, mentorship, and the chance to grow alongside a diverse cohort of peers.

Key program highlights:
✅ Paid stipend + $180 commuting stipend (for UPass or other travel costs)
✅ Mentorship from site supervisors and EarthLab staff
✅ Weekly activities focused on peer learning, career development, and climate justice
✅ Open to students from all majors and UW campuses

💡 How you can help:
Encourage eligible students to apply or share this opportunity with your networks.

📅 Application deadline: February 6, 2025, at 5 p.m. PT

🎓 Virtual info sessions: January 13, 23, & 30

Learn more and apply here: https://bit.ly/ELIntern25

University of Washington Bothell
University of Washington Tacoma
Center for Nature and Health
UW Department of Environmental & Occupational Health Sciences
Puget Sound Institute
The Nature Conservancy in WA