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  • Students Pushing Innovation internship at the National Center for Supercomputing Applications

    Nov 9, 2020 10:00 pm0 views

    Are you an Illinois undergraduate looking for your next internship experience? The National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA) is looking for highly motivated, creative undergraduate students to work on hands-on research projects with guidance from NCSA staff and faculty affiliates. The center will offer a limited number of paid SPIN (Students Pushing Innovation) internships during Summer 2021 (June-July, 20 hrs/week). No restriction on year of study or major. $12.50/hour paid. Join us for a virtual SPIN Open House on November 18, 3-5 PM US CST

    Join Zoom Meeting https://illinois.zoom.us/j/84309873402?pwd=Vnkwdjdka3VFYklHb1FGSWI0am5GUT09 [illinois.zoom.us]

  • Geographic Information Science (GIS) Day poster competition & prizes!

    Nov 9, 2020 9:00 pm0 views

    GIS Day is the annual salute to geographic information science (GIS) and geospatial technologies, which are applied across disciplines including agriculture, public health, and urban planning. This online event will include a keynote, opportunities to engage with corporate sponsors, and a student poster competition with cash prizes. STUDENTS: submit a poster or web map here by Sunday, Nov. 15. November 18, 10 AM • Zoom (Click to register in advance)

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    Sustainable Design Meets with FAA Career Services

    Nov 10, 2021 3:15 pm0 views

    Friday, December 3rd 12:20pm – 1: 40pm on Zoom. Group session about writing authentic application materials that are tailored to specific opportunities.

  • Government Job Fair for public service careers

    Nov 12, 2020 3:15 pm0 views

    Friday 11/13/2020 from 1-4pm on Handshake. Students and alumni seeking public services careers are invited to participate and meet with recruiters from a range of government areas, including city, county, state and federal. Register early for the available group and one to one sessions with recruiters.  Be aware the MOST of the employers at this fair will require CITIZENSHIP for their opportunities. Research each organization prior to the fair, prepare a professional resume and practice appropriate employer etiquette.

  • Seeking Applicants for Undergraduate Research Ambassadors Program

    Dec 3, 2020 3:15 pm0 views

    First and second year undergraduates are encouraged to apply by December 20.   Ideal candidates should demonstrate at least one semester or summer of engagement in research/creative inquiry and exhibit excellent communication skills. Such candidates should be reliable, organized, personable, and respectful.

  • Submit Student Work from Fall 2020!

    Dec 11, 2020 7:00 pm0 views

    The SD Faculty Committee would love to see and share your student work from fall 2020. If you have models, drawings, designs, creations, or projects please submit either a file or link at https://go.illinois.edu/SDstudentwork. We’d love to see a collection of birdhouses and other examples of your student work!

     

  • Summer Internships: Who can help

    Jan 27, 2022 11:30 am1 views

    FAA Career Services, Julie Rundell: jrundell@illinois.edu

    BSSD Faculty Coordinator: Daniel Schneider, ddws@illinois.edu

    Illinois internship & career search platform, Handshake: https://illinois.joinhandshake.com/ 

  • We CU Community Engaged Scholars

    Jan 27, 2022 11:30 am1 views

    Make a positive impact in the community, build your resume, and fulfill your passion for helping others this summer with the We CU Community Engaged Scholars program. Whether you track the service hours you are already doing, choose from our virtual volunteer opportunities, or develop your own community-based project, We CU provides recognition, support, and training opportunities to enrich your service work and expand your professional skillset.

  • Campus Landscape Master Plan Student Input Session.

    Feb 22, 2022 1:15 pm1 views

    6-8 p.m. | Tuesday, Feb. 22 | Register. U of I Facilities and Services is developing a Campus Landscape Master Plan and wants student input! It's hosting a virtual stakeholder input session to allow students to provide their thoughts on the campus landscape vision for the future. After registering you will receive a confirmation email that includes the Zoom meeting hyperlink.

  • Sietu

    73 Stains: Sweet Potatoes, Sustenance & Sustainability

    Feb 24, 2021 8:00 pm1 views

    Ken Jones looks at food, sustainability and visual art at the intersection of self-care and the Beloved community. Jones will delve into artistic responses to the environment, specifically how African American artists continue to shape and sustain their well-being. We will have the opportunity to learn more about Jones’s multidisciplinary practice and virtually visit his studio. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 14TH, 2021. 5:30pm CDT Register here.

     

  • Smart Energy Design Assistance Center Jobs

    Mar 1, 2022 1:15 pm1 views

    SEDAC asked for these opportunities to specifically be shared with SD seniors

    Due 3/11: Academic Hourly—Program Specialist: https://smartenergy.illinois.edu/academic-hourly-program-specialist

    Due 3/18: Visiting Energy Research Engineer or Visiting Senior Energy Research Engineer https://jobs.illinois.edu/academic-job-board/job-details?jobid=159272

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    Odyssey Project Internships for FA 21/SP 22

    Mar 19, 2021 4:15 pm1 views

    Apply by April 18th. Interns are paid $15.75/hour and are responsible for delivering onsite content and skill support for Odyssey students during class time. Apply here.

  • Tetra Tech Summer Internship

    Mar 21, 2022 4:15 pm1 views

    Sustainability Intern, Tetra Tech

  • Cosentini Summer Internship

    Mar 21, 2022 4:15 pm1 views

    Sustainability Intern , Cosentini Associates

  • Announcing the iSEE Sustainability Grammys!

    Apr 15, 2022 3:15 pm1 views

    We are launching this event to reward RSOs & other student groups for their active participation in sustainability initiatives! Groups are asked to submit an act of sustainability completed between May 2021 and now for a chance to be recognized at the iSEE Grammys on April 21. iSEE will honor several organizations & provide monetary awards for "Best Outreach Event" or "Best New RSO." RSVP by April 1!

    iseegreenoffice@gmail.com.

  • Lessons from the Pandemic to Tackle the Climate Crisis

    Apr 19, 2021 6:15 pm1 views

    April 19, 4 PM  Atmospheric Sciences and iSEE present Alice Hill, David M. Rubenstein Senior Fellow for Energy and the Environment Council on Foreign Relations in Washington, D.C.  Zoom: Meeting ID 868 5178 8744 - Password: Keeling. • Zoom 

  • We CU Community-Engaged Scholars Fall Info Session September 1, 4:00p

    Aug 30, 2022 1:30 pm1 views

    We CU will hold a virtual info session on Thursday, Sept. 1 at 4 p.m.

    The We CU Community Engaged Scholars Program empowers students to make a positive impact while building their resume and becoming more connected to the Champaign-Urbana community. We CU is open to all students interested in service work, whether you are already involved in service or seeking an opportunity to get involved.

    Sustainable Design students working with or seeking to work with the local community, consider connecting with the We CU Community Engaged Scholars Program!

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    Workshops at Illinois Makerslab

    Oct 14, 2021 3:30 pm1 views

    Current workshops at the Makerlab. Join us at the Makerlab to turn ideas into objects. Besides our open hours,  you can sign up for a variety of workshops below. If these workshops or the times don’t work for you, you can even request a private event.  Don't forget to sign up for our Newsletter to stay up to date!  

  • iSee

    ‘TED Talk: Eco-Edition’ Celebrates America Recycles Day!

    Nov 3, 2021 3:30 pm1 views

    Nov. 15, 6pm. America Recycles Day! Our first community hosts — Nichole Millage, City of Champaign Environmental Sustainability Specialist, and Susan Monte, Champaign County Planner and Recycling Coordinator — will lead a guided discussion on local recycling efforts, the importance of waste reduction, and how individual actions make a difference. Participants will first view a prerecorded TED Talk by Rachel Lincoln Sarnoff: "Trash is Ruining Recycling."

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    ‘The Impact of Climate Change in Chicago and Illinois.’

    Nov 3, 2021 3:30 pm1 views

    6:30-7:30 p.m. | Tuesday, Nov. 9. The League of Women Voters of Roselle-Bloomingdale will host this free virtual event to discuss what climate change will look like in Illinois and the role local governments can play in achieving effective environmental policy solutions. 

  • Bridging Climate Science & Design Education talk, AIGA Professional Association for Design conference

    Nov 9, 2020 9:00 pm1 views

    GD Associate Professor Eric Benson will be joining three other design faculty from across the country Mon 11/9 at 5 ET to discuss climate science in the design classroom at the AIGA | the professional association for design

    2020 Conference! There is a fee to attend the professional conference.

     

  • Champaign County Coalition

    C4 Social Media Internship Available!

    Nov 10, 2021 3:15 pm1 views

    The Champaign County Climate Coalition (C4) is looking for several social media/marketing interns to share information, resources, and opportunities with the county-wide community. Applicants must have enthusiasm for climate action and experience with marketing and social media; graphic design experience appreciated. This is an unpaid internship. To apply, email your resume and/or a letter of interest describing your qualifications to Savannah Donovan at sydonovan@urbanaparks.org.

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    FAA 398 Sustainable Design Internship

    Nov 10, 2021 3:15 pm1 views

    If you have obtained a part-time or full-time internship, you can enroll in a this 0-credit hour course so that experience is recognized on your transcript. There are minimal assignments to complete. Registration only with permission (submit your internship job description and offer letter to sustaindesign@illinois.edu prior to the 1st day of class).

  • PHLUSH (Public Hygiene Lets Us Stay Human) is looking for student interns

    Dec 4, 2020 12:00 pm1 views

    PHLUSH is a non-profit organization that helps local governments and citizen groups provide equitable public restroom availability and prepare for ecological crises with appropriate ecological toilet systems. We're looking for interns who are interested in learning more about non-profit organizations and critical sanitation justice issues. Individual work plans would be co-tailored with PHLUSH staff and potential tasks include website development, communication, research, grant-writing, fundraising, management, and public advocacy. It would be a great opportunity to gain professional skills and expand networking opportunities in the field of environmental justice.

  • Do you want to shape the future? Why not start with Graduate School at University of Illinois?

    Dec 9, 2020 11:15 am1 views

    Join faculty from Architecture, Art +Design, Landscape Architecture and Urban and Regional Planning to learn about our graduate degree programs. Learn about courses, faculty, student organizations, how to apply and more!

    Students can Register Here (using your illinois.edu email) for the session which will be held Thursday, December 10 at 4:00-5:30PM (US Central Standard Time).

  • Greener Campus Workshop

    Jan 19, 2021 1:15 pm2 views

    Join us for this interactive workshop to learn more about iSEE's Certified Greener Campus Programs and how you can make your office, events, student organization, or fraternity/sorority more sustainable!4-5 p.m. | Thursday, Jan. 21 | Zoom link (Password 949274)

  • Illinois Enactus Information Night

    Jan 27, 2021 6:15 pm2 views

    Join us Monday, February 8th at 7:00 pm via Zoom conference to learn more about the mission of Illinois Enactus. We strive to contribute to sustainable development goals all around the world. Groups of students from all majors develop collaborative business ventures that work towards social, economic, and environmental equality in all communities. We encourage all majors to apply to join our projects to eliminate waste, provide quality education, tackle social injustice, and more. 

  • Summer Internships: Your Hometown

    Jan 27, 2022 10:00 am2 views

    Here are recommended places to check for local jobs and internships for summer, when wanting to stay in your hometown: City/Village Offices & Department employment pages; City Park District; County Forest Preserve District; Local design firms; County Green groups/projects; Local corporations with sustainability in the news; Non-profit organizations; Arboretums or Nature Centers. Keep in mind YOU might bring some knowledge in sustainability to a role or you might bring more of the design element to a role. Think about the skills you can gain in different types of roles! Searching for these will take researching on the specific websites, not relying on google or handshake.

  • Apply for a Summer 2021 Project Team with the Community-Academic Scholars Initiative

    Jan 31, 2021 4:30 pm2 views

    This initiative matches undergraduates with a faculty mentor and a community partner to address issues affecting our community. This year’s program includes 14 powerful projects from faculty across the University of Illinois that address a range of topics, including the impacts of COVID-19, poverty and social inequality, physical activity, and the role that forest preserves play in community and individual health.

     

  • Illinois Part-Time Job Fair

    Jan 31, 2021 4:30 pm2 views

    The Illinois Part-Time Job Fair is open to all students on campus seeking opportunities to make some extra money and build their career competencies while completing their academics. Opportunities at this fair are paid, non-technical positions on campus or in the Champaign/Urbana community. This is a virtual fair run through Handshake on February 2 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Register for sessions using the link above. 

     

  • iSEE Launches Environmental Leadership Program; 2 Pilot Workshops Scheduled for Spring 2021 Semester

    Feb 2, 2021 2:00 pm2 views

    iSEE is piloting two ELP workshops in Spring 2021: March 24 on environmental policy; and April 13 on corporate sustainability. Up to 25 students may register for each event, which are scheduled on campus non-instructional break days.

  • Architecture as a Social Act lecture

    Feb 2, 2021 2:00 pm2 views

    Tatiana Bilbao received the Global Award for Sustainable Architecture Prize by the LOCUS Foundation in 2014 and will share her work integrating social values, collaboration and sensitive design approaches to architectural work. Monday February 1 from 5:00 – 6:30pm. Register in advance to attend.

  • Seminar on the Water Industry: Microplastics Create Mega Questions

    Feb 22, 2022 1:00 pm2 views

    February 24, 12–1 pM. Cayla Cook is an expert on microplastic contamination in water and wastewater. Join this lecture on the significant challenges for truly understanding the occurrence and fate of microplastics in water and wastewater treatment, storage, and distribution.

  • Showcase your Art in SCD

    Feb 22, 2022 1:15 pm2 views

    Get a chance to showcase your art in the main gallery of the Siebel Center for Design! We are recruiting student artists to create a mural showcasing sustainability initiatives and green technology research being pursued on the University of Illinois campus. Project Duration: Spring 2022-Fall 2022

    yjk4@illinois.edu

  • Clean Production

    Tools for Safer Chemicals—from Chemicals to Products to Organizations

    Feb 24, 2021 8:45 pm2 views

    Demand for inherently safer chemicals in products and manufacturing operations is on the rise. Consumers, institutional purchasers, and retailers want products made with safer chemicals. Brands are requiring suppliers to avoid hazardous chemicals and use safer alternatives. Investors prefer companies that commit to reducing their chemical footprint. And governments are restricting the use of hazardous chemicals in products. This session will explore tools for: Identifying chemicals of concern and safer chemicals; Identifying products made with safer chemicals; Creating organizational capacity to move ahead of regulatory compliance in chemicals management.

    Feb 25, 2021   12:00 - 1:00 pm  Register here

  • iSEE

    Apply for Sustainability Internships!

    Mar 17, 2021 8:45 pm2 views

    Are you an Illinois student interested in promoting sustainability? iSEE has several internships opening up for 2021-22, including one to help develop the next generation of a sustainability training video for the campus (graduate student preferred); multiple positions to support iSEE programs and the campus sustainability mission; and on the Communications team (sophomore or junior preferred).

     

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    What internships or jobs can you get with a B.S. in Sustainable Design?

    Mar 19, 2021 2:00 pm2 views

    View a March 2021 recorded session with Prof. Schneider, Asst. Dean Turner, Assoc. Dir. Rundell discussing opportunities for Sustainable Design majors.

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    Illini Career & Internship Fair

    Mar 19, 2021 4:30 pm2 views

    Illini Career & Internship Fair is on Thursday, April 1st from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm virtually in Handshake!

     

    Register here for the Illini Career & Internship Fair, where you will have the chance to sign up for one-on-one and group sessions. This is your chance to speak directly with employers about job and internship opportunities! Registration in advance is required.

  • Eco Careers Conference

    Apr 6, 2021 2:00 pm2 views

    Sign up now for the NWF EcoCareers Conference on April 7-8. Follow the link and go to "Get Ticket" > "Ticket Types" > "Campus Sponsor Student, then select University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign from the drop down list. Be sure to use your school email address on the registration page. 

  • SECS Earth Week 2021

    Apr 19, 2021 6:15 pm2 views

    Join the Students for Environmental Concerns all week long from April 17th - 23rd for events that help us come together for our planet! View their Facebook page for more information on these events. 

  • Green Quad Day

    Apr 21, 2022 1:30 pm2 views

    Main Quad

    Friday, April 22nd (Earth Day)

    11am-3pm

    Join the Student Sustainability Leadership Council (SSLC) and a bevy of student environmental organizations on the Main Quad

    Organizer: Student Sustainability Leadership Council

    We would highly recommend you all attend so that you can learn about Green organizations and opportunities on campus!

  • Earth Month Trash Pick-Up

    Apr 21, 2022 1:30 pm2 views

    Join iSEE and Facilities & Services to help beautify our campus by picking up trash and putting it in the appropriate bins (this event was originally scheduled for April 8)3-4:30 p.m. | Friday, April 29 | Meet at Alma Mater statue

  • Chicago City, Park District, & Forest Preserve Job/Internship/Volunteer Opportunities PART 2

    Apr 23, 2021 2:45 pm2 views

    City of Chicago Internships and Volunteer Programs (24 internships posted as of 4.22.21); LVEJO (Leadership Development for the Sustainable Self-Determination of Little Village) internship program; Forest Preserves of Cook County Volunteer (Nature Ambassador, Ecological Stewardship, Nature Centers) and Jobs (none right now); Metropolitan Water Reclamation District Internship Program (postponed right now)  

  • Internships in IL with upcoming deadlines

    May 1, 2021 5:00 pm2 views

    Conservation Education Rep at Starved Rock State Park due May 3; Education Content Intern (remote) at the World Wildlife Fund; Chicago Healthy Schools Campaign; Seasonal Environmental Education Asst. at Lake Forest Open Lands Association due May 14; Environment Art Internship (Fall) at Epic Games due Aug 31;

     

  • Enter Environmental Writing Contest!

    May 1, 2021 5:15 pm2 views

    Are you an eco-warrior with a passion for prose? Send us your best environmental writing for a chance to be published in Q Magazine and win a cash prize! Submissions will be accepted starting July 1! Entries must be 1,000 to 2,000 words and will be accepted through Sept. 30, 2021. Email submissions or questions to qmagazineillinois@gmail.com, and visit the Q website to read winning entries from last year's contest!

  • International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) online workshops about CPT, OPT, and STEM OPT (BSSD is a STEM major for OPT!)

    May 15, 2020 11:15 am2 views

    Are your international students interested in gaining work experience in the U.S.?  Do they have questions about work authorization options? Please forward the following information about our online workshops and virtual office hours:

    Looking to learn more about Curricular Practical Training (CPT), Optional Practical Training (OPT), or STEM OPT?

    International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) now offers online workshops about CPT, OPT, and STEM OPT for students interested in working in the U.S. Student workshops are posted on our media space channel, which can be found by clicking here.  Still have questions?  We invite you to join us for virtual office hours on Tuesdays @11 and Fridays @2pm.  More information about our offerings, including a full schedule of office hour sessions is available on our website: www.isss.illinois.edu

  • AmeriCorps VISTA Summer Associate

    May 21, 2021 2:00 pm2 views

    The AmeriCorps VISTA Summer Associate program offers individuals the opportunity to become engaged in a community through an existing AmeriCorps VISTA project for 8, 9, or 10 weeks during the summer starting in May and ending no later than early September. Members can choose between a Segal Education Award (valued at approximately $6,000) to pay for a range of education expenses or a $1,800 cash stipend. 

  • 2021 We CU Community Engaged Scholars program

    May 28, 2021 11:30 am2 views

    Make a positive impact in the community, build your resume, and fulfill your passion for helping others this summer with the We CU Community Engaged Scholars program. Whether you track the service hours you are already doing, choose from our virtual volunteer opportunities, or develop your own community-based project, We CU provides recognition, support, and training opportunities to enrich your service work and expand your professional skillset. Learn more during an information session at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, June 2. Register for the info session even if you cannot attend to receive a link to the recording and next steps, and priority notification of access to service & leadership opportunities. 

  • Spring 2021 is over, share your designs and projects!

    May 28, 2021 2:30 pm2 views

    We would love to see your student work from this semester, for use on the website, in presentations, or just to showcase the awesome projects you have completed- Submit a file or web link here!

  • Illinois Solar Farm 2.0

    Aug 3, 2020 9:45 am2 views

    Construction is underway on Solar Farm 2.0, between First Street and U.S. Route 45, next to the Village of Savoy. ☀️

    The array will produce 20,000 MWh annually, almost tripling the university’s existing on-site renewable energy generation.😎

    https://go.fs.illinois.edu/solarnews