The Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences at the University of Kentucky has assistantships and fellowships available for the 2011-12 academic year for MS and PhD students. All awards include tuition and health insurance. The department has 7 regular faculty, 3 lecturers, and 12 adjunct faculty, including staff at the Kentucky Geological Survey and the Center for Applied Energy Research. Two new faculty members will join the department in August 2011. Research specializations include geochemistry, geophysics, hydrogeology, igneous/metamorphic petrology, sedimentary geology, and tectonics. Facilities include a newly expanded stable isotope laboratory, the Kentucky Seismic and Strong-Motion Network, instruments for potential field geophysics, electron microprobe and X-ray diffraction laboratories, and extensive library holdings. UK is located in Lexington, a vibrant community of 270,000. The surrounding area offers a wealth of outdoor and cultural opportunities. For more information, visit www.as.uky.edu/EES or contact Dr. Alan Fryar, Director of Graduate Studies (859-257-4392 or alan.fryar@uky.edu).

Interested in coming to Washington, DC for a paid internship covering geoscience policy at the federal level? The American Geological Institute’s Government Affairs Program seeks outstanding geoscience students (masters or undergraduate) with a strong interest in federal science policy for fall, spring, and summer internships. Interns will gain a first-hand understanding of the legislative process and the operation of executive branch agencies. They will also hone their writing and web publishing skills. Interns receive a stipend through the generous support of the American Geological Institute and the American Institute of Professional Geologists Foundation or the American Association of Petroleum Geologists.

Apply by March 15 for the summer, April 15 for the fall and October 15, 2010 for the spring 2011 internships. For more information, and how to apply, go to: www.agiweb.org/gap/interns/index.html.

Are you looking to enhance your Public Affairs career in a challenging and rewarding position? At AGU, an international non-profit association, you will help to promote the understanding of Earth and space for the benefits of humanity. You will work in a collaborative environment with dedicated professionals who are interested in making a difference.

The Public Affairs department maintains a continuous flow of information between AGU scientists and Capitol Hill. The department advocates on behalf of Earth and space science as related policy evolves in Congress. The Public Affairs Intern will work closely with Public Affairs and Outreach staff. This internship provides an opportunity to learn the public policy process first-hand and to gain knowledge about Earth and space science issues, including climate change, natural resources, space policy, and natural hazards.

The intern will attend Congressional hearings and briefings that relate to Earth and space science policy and write summaries for the AGU website and other publications. The intern will also assist with AGU members’ Congressional visits and with organizing Congressional briefings and receptions. The internship also includes social media outreach, authoring articles for AGU’s weekly membership newsletter Eos, and administrative tasks, as assigned.

We are seeking e a college student, a graduate student, or a recent graduate. Preferred majors include Earth or space sciences, public policy, and communications. Good online research and organizational skills are a must. Coursework related to Earth or space science, political science, and communications are a plus.

The anticipated start date of the internship is September 7, 2010 and the internship duration is three months.

Qualified candidates should apply directly online at: http://www.agu.org/about/careers/.