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Program Information

Every year, the Office of Environment, Health and Safety hires student interns for the Strawberry Creek Restoration Program. These positions are made possible by a combination of funds, including the Steve Maranzana Fund for the Environment, the UC Berkeley Strawberry Creek Fund, and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation.

Interns work together to:

  • Manage the native plant nursery and demonstration garden (Giannini Hall)
  • Coordinate and manage volunteers for creek restoration events (weeding, planting, trash pickup), including at least one public event per semester
  • Conduct regular creek tours for students and community members
  • Maintain a regular presence on the creek and at the nursery
  • Other duties as required

Ideal candidates possess some or all of the following:

  • Familiarity with California native plants
  • Teaching and/or public outreach experience
  • Experience with habitat restoration projects (invasive species removal, native planting, ecological/biological field work experience, etc.)
  • Educational experience with biology, ecology, education or community engagement
  • Ability to lift 25 lbs.
  • Valid driver’s license

How To Apply:

Send a cover letter and resume to creeks@berkeley.edu. Check this website at the beginning of each fall and spring semesters for internship announcements. We also list our internships on Handshake.