Professional Development and Opportunities for SotE Students

Updated 9/2/26

Position Company/ Organization Job/Internship Paid Deadline to Apply
RA Position #1: Environmental Justice Collaborative Process Project SotE- Professor Herrera (dherrera@sfsu.edu) Job Yes  

RA Position #2: Environmental Justice and Network Analysis Project

SotE- Professor Herrera (dherrera@sfsu.edu) Job Yes  
Occupational Health and Safety Intern City & County of San Francisco- Tiaka Hyatt - tiaka.hyatt-geter@sfport.com Internship Yes 9/29/26
Geographic Information Systems Intern Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District (Midpen) Internship Yes 9/20/26

 

Company/ Organization Mission Statement Common Positions Contact Information Additional Comments
National Park Service "The National Park Service preserves unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values of the National Park System for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and future generations. The National Park Service cooperates with partners to extend the benefits of natural and cultural resource conservation and outdoor recreation throughout this country and the world" (NPS, 2026). Physical Science Technician, National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration, Resource Specialist https://www.nps.gov/aboutus/workwithus.htm  
USGS "Created by an act of Congress in 1879, the USGS provides science for a changing world, which reflects and responds to society’s continuously evolving needs. As the science arm of the Department of the Interior, the USGS brings an array of earth, water, biological, and mapping data and expertise to bear in support of decision-making on environmental, resource, and public safety issues" (USGS, 2026). Geographer, Western Geographic Science Center https://www.usgs.gov/human-capital/employment-and-information-center  
California Department of Public Health "Public health is not only the heart of California; it’s the heart of CDPH. From tracking diseases to empowering communities, we are dedicated to protecting and improving the well-being of all Californians and shaping a happy, healthy and safe state. We are dedicated public servants passionate about our work, and the people and communities we serve. Hear more of who we are and our vision by watching We Are CDPH (YouTube)" (CDPH, 2026). Environmental Scientist https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/HRB/Pages/HumanResourcesDivision.aspx  
         
Company/ Organization Why is this relevant? Contact Information
Climate HQ @ SF State  

Alcides Fuentes- alcidesfuentes@sfsu.edu

Webiste: https://climatehq.sfsu.edu/climatehq/certificate-climate-change