Internship Program

Leah interned as the Eastern Rural Regional Food Animator for Food First NL. She was one of 5 Regional Food Animators across the province who worked to inspire and support community food action. She connected with people who took action on food issues, led food programming, and connected to those who experienced food insecurity, and anyone who wanted to get involved so they could co-learn, share resources, and participate in their region.

Riley interned as the Environmental Coordinator. In his role, Riley facilitated engagement with the community and contributed to various environmental initiatives including owl and bat monitoring, local lichen surveys, pine marten tracking, trail and property mapping, and aquatic conservation. Additionally, he created displays and activities based on his findings.

In partnership with Ducks Unlimited Canada - Atlantic, Triina provided support to a project that aimed to build community capacity for freshwater conservation in our province by coordinating wetland educational opportunities for youth. Triina was responsible for working with local partners and schools to implement DUC's field trip program. She also contributed to a water quality monitoring program for nearby test sites.

Nima analyzed and wrote reports on corporate greenhouse gas emissions for the Towns of Brigus, Cupids, Clarke’s Beach, and South River, facilitated community and staff climate change vulnerability assessment workshops, and assisted in inventorying each town’s infrastructure assets. This work provided municipalities and administrators with valuable information to help them make informed, cost effective decisions to build stronger communities in the face of climate change.

Zack and Tegan interned with the NunatuKavut Community Firewood Social Enterprise Project. They conducted research and data collection about heat security in NunatuKavut Community Council communities, and coordinated the provision of resources to meaningfully improve heat security for residents of Black Tickle.

As the Conservation Assistant with CPAWS-NL, Robyn worked on multiple conservation projects, including the Puffin and Petrel Patrol Project and the Ship to Shore program. She also contributed to various community outreach and organizational initiatives.

Alison interned as a Program Assistant with Food First NL. During her internship, she spearheaded workshops to educate others about accessible and affordable food in NL and contributed to a variety of resources and programs.

As the Sustainability Assistant Intern, Brandon created the Town of Conception Bay South’s Climate Adaptation Plan in 2019. He acted as a Parks Commission liaison, identifying sources of funding for projects coordinated by various organizations that form the Parks Commission and supported ongoing development of the Conception Bay South T'railway Development Plan. Brandon also contributed to the Town’s Heritage Resources Assessment and further developed the Town’s community gardening efforts, as well as various other projects.

Dylan interned with CCNL’s Rural Asset Management in a Changing Climate Project. He worked on creating an inventory of municipal assets in Brigus, Cupids, Clarke’s Beach and South River. Dylan's work will equip these forward thinking municipalities with valuable tools and resources as they continue to create strong, resilient communities.