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Engagement Opportunities
Engaged learning provides you with the opportunity to apply your learning outside the classroom in a way that has a meaningful impact on both you and the communities with which you connect. Through real-life collaboration, exploration and discovery, engaged learning takes you to the next level of understanding.
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The Student Conservation Association (SCA) is the largest provider of hands-on environmental conservation programs for youth and young adults. Our program participants protect and restore national parks, marine sanctuaries, cultural landmarks and community green spaces across the country. After working with the SCA, program participants emerge with increased environmental awareness, social responsibility and leadership skills.
Deadline: October 18, 2025
This internship will be a 20-week long opportunity that provides a student with hands on experience in community engagement and supporting the mission of the Santa Cruz Valley National Heritage Area. The intern will support current outreach initiatives by assisting and developing educational materials to conduct outreach, and interpretation that connect k-12 youth to the Santa Cruz Valley National Heritage Area.
Deadline: November 9, 2025
The Native Plant Program Internship with Borderlands Restoration Network offers hands-on experience in native plant propagation, seed collection, and ecological restoration. Based in Patagonia, AZ, this internship is ideal for students passionate about conservation, restoration ecology, or sustainable land management. Interns will work alongside professionals to support biodiversity and learn practical skills in native plant care and seed processing.