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    Illinois' Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA) Overview

    November 9, 11 AM–12 PM • CEJA will play a large role in the state’s efforts to scale up renewable energy, address climate change, and create equitable access to the new clean energy economy. This webinar will provide an overview of CEJAs many provisions, including decarbonization, renewable energy, equitable workforce development, utility accountability, and consumer protection. 

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    FAA 491 Special Problems in Sustainable Design

    This course provides between 1 and 4 credit hours for directed independent creative activity or research. To enroll in this course you must have junior standing and a 3.3 GPA minimum. You must submit a plan for what your independent creative activity or research entails. Email sustaindesign@illinois.edu to enroll.

  • Bates Scholarship Fund for FAA Continuing Student Success

    The College of FAA has scholarship funding available to assist FAA students in good standing who encounter an unforeseen financial need which would otherwise prevent them from continuing their education at UIUC.  These funds are awarded based on unforeseen financial circumstances and are not meant to simply supplement a student’s education funding.   The maximum award is $1,000. Deadline is Monday, February 8, 2021.

  • Summer Employment Opportunity Flyer with QR code

    Summer Job Opportunity on Campus!

    Looking for a summer job?
    The Division of General Studies is currently hiring Peer Advisors for Summer 2023!

  • New UIUC competition: Reimagine Our Sustainable Future Challenge

    A new campuswide Sustainable Development Goal Competition invites Illinois undergraduates to submit proposals. Participants will develop a plan promoting one or more of the UN Sustainable Development Goals to help achieve a more sustainable society. The solution could be a concept, product, business plan, event, social media platform, app, game, or organization! The deadline to register is Sept. 30, with final presentations in December. The top prize is $2,000!

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    Climate Justice Lecture Series

    “Climate Vulnerability in Puerto Rico.” 12:30-2 p.m. | Tuesday, March 9 | Register. A four-part lecture series on climate justice continues with this talk by Maritza Barreto of the Graduate School of Urban Planning at the University of Puerto Rico Piedras. The lectures are sponsored by the U of I Department of Urban and Regional Planning. Next up: "Climate Crisis in California" (March 23) and "Climate Gentrification in Florida" (March 31);

  • Rules: - Must submit logo through Submission Form as jpeg/png - Must only include colors from given color palette including white, gray (#f4f4f4), and black - Must incorporate theme of "The Future, Today" - No profanity or inappropriate imagery - Multiple submissions allowed - new form per submission

    Engineering Open House Logo Competition

    Deadline: September 20th, 2022

    "This year, Engineering Open House is excited to announce the 2023 EOH Logo Competition, open to all students at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. All students are highly encouraged to submit designs for the chance to win $250 and have their logo as the face of Engineering Open House 2023."

  • AIGA, the professional association for design, newsletter sign-up

    Sign up for an email newsletter to be the first to know about AIGA (the professional association for design) updates and communications, including Design Jobs listings and volunteer opportunities.

     

  • Certificate in Environmental Writing (3 courses)

    The Undergraduate Certificate in Environmental Writing (CEW) is a fantastic offering for Illinois students wanting to engage with the latest research in sustainability science — and to build their skills in environmental communication. Complete 3 courses to earn the UIUC certificate.

  • How to Use Adobe InDesign

    February 14, 10 am, Main Library Room 314. This Savvy Researcher workshop is designed for those with little to no experience with Adobe InDesign to help them learn the basics of using this document design program. https://uiuc.libcal.com/event/8792346

  • Chicago City, Park District, & Forest Preserve Job/Internship/Volunteer Opportunities PART 1

    Chicago Park District Jobs (Teens Re-Imagining Art, Community, & Environment Recreation Leader, Architecture Intern, Nature Camp Counselor, Arts & Culture Camp Counselor, Floricultural Worker, Junior Laborer). Many of these close May 2nd, so you might want to look sooner, Volunteer with Chicago Park DistrictGarfield Park Conservatory Intern; UIC Heritage Garden Internship

  • Getting Started in Undergraduate Research Workshop (GSIRW) Virtual Edition

    During this workshop, we will discuss the various forms of undergraduate research that take place on campus, guide students to develop a plan of action to locate research opportunities on campus, and discuss ways to contact faculty research mentors. Students will leave the workshop with (1) a better understanding of undergraduate research and how it takes place on our campus, (2) increased confidence to contact faculty research mentors, and (3) a list of faculty mentors to contact.

    Participation is by advanced registration only; there are limited spots available. We have several date offerings available, students only should register for one date.

    Details and registration link can be found at: http://undergradresearch.illinois.edu/programs/workshops.html

  • Campus Rainworks Challenge

    USEPA Campus Rainworks Challenge

    A design competition seeking UIUC students: EPA is pleased to launch its 10th annual green infrastructure design competition for American universities that seeks to engage with the next generation of environmental professionals and showcase the environmental, economic, and social benefits of green infrastructure practices. Stormwater pollution is a problem that impacts public health and water quality in communities across the country. Check out the official 2021 Campus RainWorks Challenge Competition Brief. The brief contains details on the challenge's design categories, submission requirements, and rules for participation. Registration goes until October 1, 2021.

  • Designing in the Climate Crisis: Regenerative Design 101

    Our civilization stands at a tipping point, where we can choose to stay on the same path toward climate disaster or embrace hope, reject despair, to reshape our future. This talk with educate creatives about the risks of inactions surrounding climate change and in turn, empower them to take action through regenerative design resources and strategies. Thurs Oct 29, 2020 from 11:30-12:30 with Associate Professor of Graphic Design, Eric Benson.

  • Panel Discussion on Sustainable Design within Architectural Education

    April 29 11:30am – 1:30pm Sustainable Design • Technology • Urban Metabolism. The School of Architecture is partnering with two schools of architecture in Argentina and Spain to offer this bilingual event.

  • Illinois Solar Decathlon

    Are you or your friends are interested in either Sustainability, Engineering, or Architecture? Illinois Solar Decathlon is a terrific opportunity! They are looking for three independence teams for Build, Design, and the Concept team. Illinois Solar Decathlon will participate in the Virtual Quad Day (tomorrow and Sunday) and E - Night for more information or have any questions. Do not miss this opportunity and join the Illinois Solar Decathlon!

    Application Link: https://forms.gle/PgaZwaMC58mnJ12M9

    Illinois Solar Decathlon (ISD) is a RSO which competes in the Department of Energy’s Solar Decathlon competition, an annual collegiate competition that challenges interdisciplinary teams of student architects, designers, and engineers from across the globe. ISD has three independent teams, namely the Design Team, Build Team and Concept Team! ISD participates in the Build Challenge to fully design and build a functional home completely powered by renewable energy, and fitted with a variety of modern sustainable technology and small-footprint design innovations.⁠ ISD also participates in the Design Challenge, which requires creative and diverse minds to come together and present their designs to a panel of industry expert jurors, compare their projects to those of other teams, learn from presentations by thought leaders and collegiate peers, and engage with a variety of organizations about energy careers. For beginners interested in sustainability, we have a Concept Team, where they will apply new skills to concept-driven design problems and present projects to Illinois Solar Decathlon team leaders and faculty advisors.

    This year, the Build Team will be finishing its design phase and starting its construction phase as soon as possible to finish the sustainable home for the summer competition. The Design Team will begin a new project for the Design Challenge at NREL (Golden, CO) in 2021. The Concept Team will introduce members to ISD and work on sustainability projects for the University.

    @illinoissolardecathlon

     

  • BAILEY UNPAID INTERNSHIP SCHOLARSHIP

    Offers academic scholarships to undergraduate students at the Univ of IL who will complete an unpaid internship with a public service agency or not-for profit organization. Awards are $1,000 for a part-time internship or $2,500 for a full-time internship and are given directly to the student. Apply for Spring 2021. Applications accepted October 5 - November 8. 

     

  • Siebel Center for Design is currently hiring for two part-time student positions!

    Innovation at UIUC Mural team:

    Augmented Reality Experience Developer (Mural Project)

     The AR experience developer will collaborate with a team of designers and content developers in the design, prototyping, and deployment of an app for a massive data visualization to be displayed in the new Siebel Center for Design on Campus. 

     

    Playful by Design group:

    Game Engine Programmer (Playful by Design)

    We are currently looking for a bright student with game engine and programming knowledge. This assignment would focus on implementing choice-based scripts, visual and audio assets into either Unity or Unreal. The student employee would work on a team to create a working prototype of a choice-based design-teaching game by the end of the semester. 

     

  • Made in Urbana launches new 3D printing studio

    Made in Urbana is the 3D printing studio local artists and makers have been waiting for. With a goal of "making small scale manufacturing accessible to small businesses within the Urbana community, it offers laser cutting and etching, and product consulting. Made in Urbana brings together the tools, tech skills and combined knowledge base of its network of artists and business. 

  • Apply to be a UIUC Orientation Leader by Nov 23

    The OL position is designed to offer students the opportunity to implement orientation programming for new students, transfer students, and family members. Orientation Leaders can work summer and fall programming or just fall. $12/hour. Apply at https://emails.illinois.edu/newsletter/1878133082.html

     

     

  • TED Talk: Eco-Edition series - Fast Fashion

    2/22 from 7-8 PM on Zoom! Mona Fang (Co-Founder of Karma Trade/Aerospace Engineering student) and Josh Jay James (Chief Marketing Officer/Marketing student) will host the discussion on sustainability in the fashion industry. We will view a prerecorded TED Talk followed by a group discussion.

  • SD Faculty Member Conor O’Shea- Wild Zones: Designing for Urban Wildlife

    April 15, 8:30 AM–6:30 PM  "Wild Zones: Designing for Urban Wildlife at the Intersection of Landscape Architecture, Biology, and Public Policy" convenes designers, scientists, and planners to discuss new ways to increase biodiversity in urban environments. Join this day-long symposium which convenes experts from landscape architecture, science, and policy!

  • Apply for an iSEE Communications Internship!

    App due May 15. iSEE is seeking a Communications Intern to support its mission to bridge the gap between science and the public. Start in August 2022.

  • Zumwalt Acres agroforestry farm apprenticeships

    Zumwalt Acres is an agroforestry farm practicing methods of agriculture that are regenerative, draw down carbon, and align with Jewish values (but is interfaith). It is about an 1.5 hours from CU that has an apprenticeship program.  I think they provide room and board, with a possibility of a stipend. They mention wanting apprentices with skills including web design, filmmaking and photography and are open to non-listed skills that will benefit the program—perhaps sustainable design. They collaborate with Yale to “engage in cutting-edge climate change mitigation research.”

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    Siebel Center for Design's Design Thinking Workshops and Boot Camps for Fall 2022

    The Siebel Center for Design is offering a series of workshops and boot camps for students interested in incorporating human-centered design and design thinking into their studies and work.

  • Biodesign Challenge 2022: Applications Open until September 16

    "Biodesign Challenge is an education program and competition that is shaping the first generation of biodesigners. We partner high school and university students with scientists, artists, and designers to envision, create, and critique transformational applications in biotech." https://www.biodesignchallenge.org/

  • Undergraduate Research Apprenticeship Program (URAP) - Applications due Oct. 6

    The Undergraduate Research Apprenticeship Program (URAP) is a program that offers undergraduate students who have no or minimal experience with research an opportunity to work with graduate students and post-doctoral scholar mentors on their research projects. This program is excellent preparation for students going on to graduate school or who wish to focus on research in their careers. Read more...

  • Buildings Don’t Need to Kill Birds: A conservation issue where anyone can make a difference

    Join this lecture from the Dept of Landscape Architecture on Monday, October 12, 5:30pm-6:30pm Central Time. Dr. Christine Sheppard (Ph.D., Cornell) is director of the Birds Collisions Campaign at the American Bird Conservancy and emeritus Curator of Birds at the Bronx Zoo, where she served from 1978 to 2009. Sheppard has conducted extensive research on modern structures and glass as lethal dangers to birds and ways to mitigate that problem through design. This lecture will take place online on Zoom, RSVP to receive the zoom link here.

  • Sustainability Internship Opportunity!

    Are you interested in developing campus sustainability policy? Apply to be a student intern for the Transportation Sustainability Working Advisory Team (SWATeam)! You will help develop two intiatives to cut greenhouse gas emissions associated with employee travel: a Commuting Program to incentivize faculty and staff to leave personal vehicles off campus; and a Telecommuting Program to encourage work from home after the pandemic. Applications are due Jan. 29!

  • The Illinois Leadership Center Now Hiring Undergraduate Students!

    The Illinois Leadership® Center (ILC) is hiring for the 2021-2022 academic year!

    We are now accepting applications for the following positions until Monday, February 8th...

    • Communication & Marketing Specialist 
    • Leadership Certificate Program Specialist 
    • Data Analytics Specialist 
    • Graf Intern
    • Podcast Intern*
    • Photographer*
  • Summer Internships: Chicago Paid

    Packaging Summer Internat Barilla America; Design Internat KitchenLab Interiors ; Construction Cooperative Learning Experience & Internshipat OSLO Builders ;  Construction Intern(Architecture firm) at Epstein;  Alight Campus - Product Design User Experience Internat Alight Solutions ;  Summer Internship at Ardagh Group-a leader in metal and glass packing solutions with a focus on sustainability ;  Restoration Ecology Internat Baxter&Woodman ; Seasonal Field Technicianfor Construction & Ecological Restoration Practice Area at V3 ;  Interior Design Intern at AECOM ;  Real Estate / Hotel Development Internshipat Grand Transformations LLC ;  GIS Field Internat Urban GIS ;  UX Design Summer Internat Intelsat ;  INTERN, STRATEGIC & CORRIDOR PLANNINGintern, and Regional Coordination Internship at Regional Transportation Authority. GO TO HANDSHAKE.COM 

  • Still looking for jobs/internships in Champaign Urbana this summer?

    Brunswick Industrial Design Intern at Research Park; UX/UI Design Intern at Research Park, Cargill; City of Urbana (Landscape Recycling Center, Planning Intern); Urbana Park District jobs (Nature Center Day Camp, Summer Arts Camp, Nature Center Guide, Environmental Office Assistant, Internship, Community Program Intern, Park Beautification Worker, Landscape Maitenance, Tree Maitenance, Translator); Champaign Park District jobs (Internship, Prairie Farms, Recreation supervisors, Youth program leaders); City of Champaign; Village of Savoy; Village of Mahomet; Mahomet Parks & Rec (Internships); Champaign County Forest Preserve jobs and Champaign County Forest Preserve volunteering

  • Part-time jobs and volunteering at or around UIUC for fall 2020

    Illinois part-time job fair (Virtual) on September 8: https://www.careercenter.illinois.edu/event/virtual-illinois-part-time-job-fair-fall-2020

     

    UIUC job board for work-study or part-time work: https://osfa.illinois.edu/types-of-aid/employment/virtual-job-board/

     

    Find volunteer opportunities on campus at https://union.illinois.edu/get-involved/office-of-volunteer-programs/events-calendar and iSEE (INSTITUTE FOR SUSTAINABILITY, ENERGY, AND ENVIRONMENT) recommended volunteer opportunities at https://sustainability.illinois.edu/actionsinitiatives/volunteer/

  • FAA Undergraduate Academic Affairs Office

    Application Open For FAA Ambassadors!

    Are you interested in helping the College of FAA recruit the next class and engage with alumni at events?  FAA Ambassadors are able expected to participate in at least 4 activities during a school year as their schedule permits. Apply by September 8 at http://go.illinois.edu/FAAAmbassadorApp

     

  • Illinois PIRG

    Student PIRG Internships

    The University of Illinois Public Interest Research Group (PIRG) Campus Action club is offering in-person and virtual internship and volunteer opportunities for students who want to learn organizing skills and make a difference in the community. The student activist group, part of a nationwide network on more than 100 campuses, works on issues like environmental protection, college affordability, and non-partisan voter registration. Recently PIRG students helped pass bans on single-use plastics in more than 17 states. Interns spend 10-15 hours a week training, recruiting volunteers, and working on projects and campaigns. Apply today!

  • Climate Designer podcast launched by Prof Eric Benson

    Eric Benson, along with Kristian Bjornard and Marc O’Brien, created the podcast Behind the Syllabus as a way to share their journey with one another as they implemented new climate-focused projects and procedures during the spring 2020 semester. Includes examples of spring 2020 student work.

  • Call for Artists

    The School of Social Work is currently seeking qualified artists to submit proposals for an art series, which will be displayed in the Social Work building. This opportunity is open to students, artists in the C-U community, or artists with ties to UIUC. This series will contain works of art to recognize the need for discussions surrounding the complexities of racial and social justice.

  • Summer elective course: UP199: Climate101- Mitigation, Adaptation and (In)Justice

    2-credit introductory level course that will expose students to a critical understanding of climate change. This course is ideal for those who are curious about the complexity of climate change and plan to take advance level course on areas dealing with Environmental Planning, Environmental Sustainability and Climate action planning.

  • Now Hiring: Student Employee in FAA College Office

    Job posting on UIUC virtual job board. $11/hour for general office help. Interested students should email their resume and cover letter to Estela Matthews at mrocha2@illinois.edu by Friday, July 9.    

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    Design IL Panel: Sustainable Design and You

    Fri, Nov 12, 2021 10:30 am -11:30 am. Designing objects and services that reflect the principles of ecological sustainability is the future. Inform your own career path by hearing from people working in this field. Panelists include: Barent Roth, Sustainable Designer and Activist Entrepreneur; Frank Petlak, Vice President, Innovation & New Product Development for Pactiv Evergreen; Katie Morganroth, Google Nest ID Team Lead : Speakers, Connectivity, Entertainment + Sustainability.

  • Search for spring/summer internships with applications due in December!

    Sustainability Intern at Quality Bicycle due Dec 30 - Visual/Interaction Designer Intern at Signify due Dec 19 – Sustainability Reporting Intern at HP due December 13 - Farm Resources Intern at Organic Valley due Dec 17 – Austin Circular Economy Program Intern at the City of Austin due Dec 9 – Environmental Technician Intern at Clean Harbors due Dec 20 – Instructional Design Intern at Carrier due Dec 31

  • Red Oak Rain Garden Team announces Mulch Madness plant competition

    Mulch Madness is a fun way to learn about native plants found at the Red Oak Rain Garden. To enter, send completed brackets to uie-redoakraingarden@illinois.edu by 11am Tue, Mar 15. Games begin that same day at noon on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Bracket receives a $20 gift certificate for a local business of their choice. 

    https://redoakraingarden.org/2022/03/04/mulch-madness-2022-hold-onto-your-gardening-hats-sports-fans/

  • Cash Prizes for Student Writers!

    iSEE's Janelle Joseph Prize for Environmental Writing gives Illinois undergraduates a chance to have their work published in Q Magazine and earn cash awards! The grand prize is $1,000, and $500 prizes will be awarded in four categories. Open to students in any major. Submissions accepted July 1-Oct. 15 | Questions? Email qmagazineillinois@gmail.com.

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    Better Responsibility Initiative - Design for Good Earth

    The Better Responsibility Initiative - Design for Good Earth (BRIDGE) is an initiative started by Zhejiang University (ZJU), China. The 2021 initiative covers 5 design themes: Quality Education, Decent Work and Economic Growth, Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure, Sustainable Cities and Communities, and Sustainable Consumption and Productions. Sign up here ASAP to join!

  • We CU Community Engaged Scholars

    Join a community of students interested in making a positive impact in the world! Whether you are already involved in service or you are interested in getting involved, We CU offers training, support, service opportunities with community partners, a chance to connect with like-minded peers and university recognition for your service. Learn more at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 8. 

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    FGI Webinar: Use of Geomembranes in CCR Landfills and Impoundments

    Nov 11, 12–1 PM  Learn how the use of geomembranes provide base liners for coal combustion residuals (CCR) landfills, aiding in CCR landfill operational issues and closure systems for landfills and impoundments. Applications of geomembranes for CCR storage facilities will be discussed, as well as potential constructability issues that may impact the design of a landfill or pond closure.

  • Illinois Science and Technology Institute (ISTI) Career Fair

    ISTI is hosting our first ever Virtual Career Fair on December 1st 2020! We believe that innovation happens everywhere; it is not confined to a laboratory, classroom, or office space. We are transforming our Facebook page for a day of virtual learning. From 9:00AM CST to 5:00PM CST we are featuring non traditional STEM professionals including the following presenters from: Cloud Solutions Architect, Microsoft Virtual Reality, Environmental Safety and Health Coordinator, Biomedical Visualization, and more.

     

  • Illinois Innovation Prize

    Are you a creative and passionate student working towards solutions that could have a positive societal impact? Innovations developed as a response to the pandemic are encouraged as this illustrates the power of innovation during times of ambiguity and uncertainty. The IIP is for $20,000 and students must be nominated by a faculty member, mentor, or advisor- contact us at sustaindesign@illinois.edu if you think you deserve to be nominated!

     

  • Search for spring/summer internships with applications due in January!

    All due in January, search on Handshake! Corporate Sustainability at Jack Henry & Associates, Inc; HQ- Summer Internship (Sustainability) at Niagara Bottling; Design Internship at Bath & Body Works; Design Intern at HDR, Inc. (specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services); STem Education & Graphic Design Intern at TinkRworks LLC in Hindsdale, IL; Product Engineering Intern at Trane Technologies (Global Climate Innovator) in Pueblo, CO; Industrial Design intern at Masonite International

     

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    Internship apps due in February in Handshake

    Sustainable Farm Internship at Dayempur Farm due Feb 15; Communications Intern (exper writing in sci, eng, research environment a plus) at Underwriters Laboratories due Feb 1; Sustainable/Organic Agriculture Apprenticeship at Athena's Harvest Farm due Feb 27; Landscape Intern at Museum of Danish America due Feb 15; Conservation Intern at Montana Conservation Corps due Feb 15; Environmental Compliance Specialist at Clean Harbors due Feb 19; Learning and Public Engagement Summer Internship at The Art Institute of Chicago due Feb 20; Environmental Education Internship at Mt. Cuba Center due Feb 26; Summer Horticulture Internships at Denver Botanic Gardens due Feb 6. SEARCH ON HANDSHAKE.