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Internships Friends of Tryon Creek – Nature Day Camp and Interpretive Intern Deadline: June 3 The Nature Day Camp intern will support the day camp director and learn about operational procedures, camp registration and program planning. This intern will support the camp’s extended care program, providing supervision and activities during the late afternoon. He/she also will help coordinate and deliver curriculum for campers age 6-10. He/she also may occasionally fill in as a substitute camp instructor. This intern also will learn and apply interpretive skills. Interpretation in Tryon Creek State Natural Area seeks to reveal the forest’s ecological and cultural sig- nificance. The development of interpretive programs will focus on families. He/she will help lead six evening family campfire programs as well as develop self-guided scavenger hunts and other activities. for each term. Please note, a Tribal affili- ation is not required to be approved for an internship. NCAI: Fall 2016 Internship Deadline: Various Mosaics in Science (MIS) Diversity Internship Program Deadline: Multiple This internship offers a unique oppor- tunity for young leaders from throughout Indian Country – as well as for other young leaders with an interest in Native affairs – to be on the front lines of legisla- tive action and policy development, with opportunities to develop policy analysis, communication and advocacy skills. NCAI invites students enrolled in institutions of higher learning to apply for semester or summer-long internships (for which most institutions will offer college credit), with up to four applicants selected This internship program provides college students and recent graduates age 18-35 who are under-represented in STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) career fields with on-the-ground, natural resource science-based, work experience in the National Park System. Each internship is composed of work- ing 11 weeks in a park followed by a four- day career workshop held in Washington, D.C. This program is run in partnership with Environment for the Americas and Greening Youth Foundation. Indian Land Tenure Foundation Internship Program Deadline: Multiple The College Internship Program works with colleges and universities to help students become directly involved in land tenure issues for college credit. It places students at a Tribal office working directly on land tenure issues under the supervision of Tribal office staff and col- lege faculty. Few opportunities exist for students interested in a career concentrated on Indian land tenure issues. These internship opportunities provide students with the experience needed to develop into future Indian leaders who can build the capacity of Indian nations to grow their land base and effectively manage Indian lands. For more information, contact the grants manager at info@iltf.org. Other Opportunities Konaway Nika Tillicum Deadline: May 13 Konaway Nika Tillicum, which means “All My Relations” in Chinook Trade Jargon, is an eight-day (July 9-16) aca- demic academy exploring a broad range of classes, lectures, cultural experiences and recreational activities for American Indian middle and high school students. Students selected for Konaway stay at Southern Oregon University in Ashland and interact with other American Indian students while being challenged by creative, imaginative instructors and activities. SESEY Deadline: May 23 Summer Experience in Science and Engineering for Youth (SESEY) offers a unique opportunity for high school girls and minority students with an aptitude for math and science in engineering fields. This one-week summer program encourages students to explore the world of engineering and consider careers in its variety of fields. The program will culminate with a presentation of student projects and a display at the annual Cor- vallis da Vinci Days celebration. SESEY is a program initiated by Oregon State University in 1997. It is coor- dinated by the School of Chemical, Bio- logical and Environmental Engineering. BIE STEM Loan for Service Deadline: June 1 AIGC administers a Bureau of Indian Education contract to provide financial assistance in the form of loans to eligible American Indian and Alaska Natives seeking graduate and professional degrees in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). The goal is to promote opportunity for careers with Tribal governments, Bureau of Indian Affairs and Bureau of Indian Affairs-funded organizations on and off reservations. Loans are paid back at the rate of one year of service for one year of funding. 14 • Siletz News • May 2016 Applicants must be (or will be) pur- suing a master’s or doctorate degree as a full-time degree-seeking student at an accredited graduate school in the U.S. Exclusive consideration is paid to degree candidates in the STEM fields. Learn more about past We R Native ambassadors and apply online at werna- tive.org/Ambassador.aspx. BIE Loan for Service Deadline: June 1 The AIGC Fellowship program provides approximately $1.2 million in fellowships to more than 400 American Indian and Alaska Native graduate and professional students each year. The fellowship amount is typically between $1,000 and $5,000 per academic year (not including summer) and varies from year to year, depending on the num- ber of qualified applicants, the availability of funds and unmet financial need. Our photo contest asks you to take a picture of things you (or your Tribe or village) value and add a short cap- tion describing how a changing climate might affect what’s in the photograph. For example, if you take a picture of people working, how might climate change affect their jobs? Will farmers be able to plant earlier in the spring? Will the road crew need to use a different tar mix? Visit globalchange.gov/explore or http://climate.gov/ for effects on your region of the country. Then write a caption. Include your full name, grade and school after caption (either with the photo or in the email) and if you agree to the “terms and conditions.” Submit the photo at bia_climate_photo_contest@bia.gov (questions too). Categories include grades K-5, grades 6-8 and high school. Winning photos with their captions will be displayed in the hallways of the Department of Interior in Washington, D.C., and a matching framed copy will be sent to the school with a letter announcing the winners. We R Native Youth Ambassador Deadline: June 17 Next Generation Climate Justice Action Camp We R Native, a multimedia health resource for Native youth – by Native youth, is designed to empower Native teen and young adults to take an active role in their own health and well-being. The program is asking American Indian and Alaska Native youth age 15-24 to join their team and: The Civil Liberties Defense Center will host the third annual action camp for youth age 14-18 to gain knowledge and skills to organize for climate justice. The camp will include a youth-led public event focused on a climate justice campaign. The camp runs from 2 p.m. on July 12 to 10 a.m. on July 19.The camp is located at Apserkaha Park at Howard Prairie Lake, 40 minutes east of Ashland. The registration fee is $150, but no one will be turned away if they can’t afford the fee. We have full and partial scholar- ships and try to provide transportation to those who needs it. AIGC administers a Bureau of Indian Education contract to provide financial assistance in the form of loans to eligible American Indians and Alaska Natives seeking graduate and professional degrees. The goal is to promote opportunity for careers with Tribal governments, Bureau of Indian Affairs and Bureau of Indian Affairs-funded organizations on and off res- ervations. Loans are paid back at the rate of one year of service for one year of funding. AIGC Fellowship Deadline: June 1 • • • • Make a positive difference in their community Travel to other communities and rep- resent We R Native Host community events Get paid for their time Tribal Climate Change Photo Contest Deadline: Aug. 26 The Student Conservation Association Are you a high school student who is passionate about conservation? Do you like working as part of a team to get things done? Join an SCA Community or National Crew and plug yourself into SCA’s nationwide network of young con- servationists – thousands of students who are as passionate as you are about preserv- ing wildlands, protecting nature in urban areas and keeping the planet green. SCA offers a range of programs for youth ages 15-19. Whether you want to serve in your local community or explore public lands across the country, SCA has something for you. The SMART Competition This program engages students in a real-world technology education chal- lenge designed to combine academic relevance, education achievement and applications of technology. The com- petition helps develop workforce and life skills, including computer analysis and software design, verbal and written communication, research, teamwork and problem solving. Students will achieve an increased awareness of the smart grid, green build- ing design, the environment, community, livability and sustainability-related issues. Use the mail order pharmacy for refills To use mail order pharmacy to order your refills after hours and on weekends: Please call the Siletz Clinic 7-10 days before you need your refills. This allows us time to contact your provider, if necessary, and for mailing. • Call 800-648-0449; enter 1624 as soon as the clinic’s message begins – you’ll be transferred to the refill line. • Or call the refill line direct – 541- 444-9624.
