As an extension to our Faculty/Mentor Internship Program housed within the university, Title III STEM LTS is partnering up with STEM organizations within the Big Bend Community to pilot an external Internship Program. This opportunity will allow students to understand the necessary skillsets and training most beneficial as professionals in their field. This program aims to provide students the opportunity to work with employers in STEM fields and explore particular interests within the student’s chosen degree plan to better prepare for STEM careers while developing communication skills, specialized knowledge, and hands-on experience. This initiative will assist the institution with student retention by creating valuable experiences for those exploring STEM career paths.
As an extension to our Faculty/Mentor Internship Program housed within the university, Title III STEM LTS is partnering up with STEM organizations within the Big Bend Community to pilot an external Internship Program. This opportunity will allow students to understand the necessary skillsets and training most beneficial as professionals in their field. This program aims to provide students the opportunity to work with employers in STEM fields and explore particular interests within the student’s chosen degree plan to better prepare for STEM careers while developing communication skills, specialized knowledge, and hands-on experience. This initiative will assist the institution with student retention by creating valuable experiences for those exploring STEM career paths.
Current Lobo Explore Internship Postings
Environmental Science and GIS Analyst Intern
Partnership with Rio Grande Joint Venture (RGJV)
Mentored by Jeff Bennett
Works with the Rio Grande Joint Venture to develop databases related to stream incision in the Big Bend and Davis Mountains area of Far West Texas. This position will work with RGJV hydrologists and aquatic ecologists to develop maps of terraces and fluvial deposits in streams within Presidio, Brewster, and Jeff Davis Mountains. In additions, this position will assist in the development of regional metrics related to stream morphology.