USAEC Environmental Digital Project Development Internship

Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance supplement

Training and travel allowance

Job summary

A federal research internship program based in San Antonio, Texas, is seeking qualified interns pursuing or holding a relevant degree. Interns will engage in environmental projects, develop communication skills, and gain experience in project management and digital media. The role offers stipends based on qualifications and includes benefits like health insurance and training allowances. Interested candidates must be U.S. citizens and possess a degree in life sciences, physical sciences, or related fields.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or has completed a relevant degree within the last 60 months.
• Experience with digital platforms such as LinkedIn and Twitter.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assess, develop, review, and recommend environmental projects and products.
• Contribute to team efforts in problem-solving and solution development.
• Design, develop, and write visual communication products.

Skills

Digital platforms experience

Excellent oral and written communication

Collaboration and teamwork

Microsoft Office Suite

Video and photo editing

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Life Science, Physical Science, or related discipline

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Job description

How To Apply

Click on Apply at the bottom of the opportunity to start your application.

Reference Code

Army-AEC-2025-0001

Description

The U.S. Army Environmental Command (USAEC) at Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio, Texas is seeking a qualified intern who is currently pursuing, or has an earned bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree in Life Science, Physical Science, or a related discipline. At USAEC, stewardship through ecosystem management is the underlying approach, and elements of the program include forest management, fish and wildlife (nongame and game), threatened and endangered species, habitat and community management, environmental awareness and environmental protection.

Why Should I Apply and What Will I Be Doing?

As an ORISE participant under the guidance of a mentor, you will assess, develop, review, and recommend environmental projects/products (prior to release to the public), and track engagements for metrics and analysis of outcomes to meet set goals. Learning outcomes include:

• Develop project planning and management skills for strategic environmental initiatives.
• Learn to communicate complex environmental and technical concepts through strategic and scientific outreach print and digital platforms.
• Contribute to team efforts in problem‑solving and solution development.
• Design, develop and write compelling visual communication products to showcase USAEC missions, engagements, projects, opportunities and impact.
• Examine the effectiveness of digital and public engagement strategies through impact analysis.
• Immerse in environmental programs such as: National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA), National Defense Center for Energy & Environment (NDCEE), DoD Integrated Pest Management (IPM).
• Communicate through professional channels with points of contact at military installations as well as other directorate‑level activities about USAEC intent, messaging, directive and installation engagements.
• Gain experience in visual media development, image capture & editing, digital media platforms, environmental educational outreach, and more.
• Translate technical content into accessible language for diverse audiences.

Location

San Antonio, Texas – Fort Sam Houston

Start Date

The USAEC will appoint upon selection. Completion of a successful background investigation by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is required for onboarding. OPM can complete a background investigation only for individuals, including non‑U.S. citizens, who have resided in the U.S. for the past three years.

Appointment Length

This is a twelve‑month research appointment, with the possibility of renewal for additional periods, depending on funding availability, project assignment, program rules and participant availability.

Benefits

Stipend to be determined by USAEC, typically based on academic standing, discipline, experience and location. Other benefits may include:

• Health insurance supplement (participants may purchase through ORISE).
• Training and travel allowance.

About USAEC

For the past 50+ years, USAEC has evolved to better serve and support the Army’s expanding role in protecting the environment, enabling Soldier readiness and mission accomplishment. USAEC leads and executes environmental programs and provides expertise that sustains the environment for a secure future. https://aec.army.mil/

About ORISE

ORISE, administered by Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), administers this program. Participants are affiliated with ORISE for appointment administration; proof of health insurance is required. For more information, visit the ORISE Research Participation Program at the U.S. Department of Defense.

Qualifications

Candidate must be currently pursuing or have completed a bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree within the last 60 months. Highly desirable applicants have a degree in life sciences, physical science, or a related field.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with digital platforms including LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube, Hootsuite, Flickr, and other media platforms.
• Understanding of engineering and environmental scientific principles.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Experience collaborating with teams to develop solutions for complex problems.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
• Video and basic photo editing experience (e.g., Premiere Rush, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and other Adobe Creative Cloud products).
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and deadlines.

A Complete Application Consists Of

• Zintellect Profile
• Educational and employment history
• Essay questions (goals, experiences, and skills relevant to the opportunity)
• Resume (PDF)
• Transcripts/academic records – an unofficial transcript or copy of academic records printed by the applicant or advisors may be submitted.
• One recommendation (recommenders will rate scientific capabilities, personal characteristics and describe their relationship with the applicant).

Eligibility Requirements

Citizenship: U.S. Citizen Only

Degree: Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree received within the last 60 months or currently pursuing.

Discipline: Communications and Graphics Design, Communications Theory, Health Communications, Mass Communications, Media Studies, Science Writing, Computer, Information, and Data Sciences, Engineering, Environmental and Marine Sciences, Life Health and Medical Sciences, Other Non-Science & Engineering, Social and Behavioral Sciences.

Age: Must be at least 18 years.

Veteran status: Veterans preference; degree received within the last 120 months.

Point of Contact

Brittany