Opportunities

The Environmental Intern position will work with the Environmental Specialist and Water Quality Specialist to learn, participate, and engage in many functions of the environmental programs sponsored by the Viejas Tribe. The Environmental Intern is responsible for performing a variety of general clerical duties, environmental sampling, and analysis of environmental data. The duties are not limited to assisting with office support, research, submitting reports, outreach and participating in field examinations.

The University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) offers a unique recruitment opportunity for a UC Cooperative Extension (UCCE) Indigenous Food Systems and Foods Sovereignty Advisor. UC ANR coordinates a statewide network of researchers and educators in partnership with Counties that are dedicated to the development and application of knowledge to address local agricultural, environmental, youth, and health issues. Over 200 UC ANR UCCE academics conduct research, outreach and education from locally based Cooperative Extension offices in over 70 locations. Our mission is to bring the University of California directly to Californians through research, extension, and education programs that support:  

• Sustainable, safe, and nutritious food production and delivery

• Economic success in a global economy

• A sustainable, healthy, and productive environment

• Science literacy and youth development