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The Daane Lab (at U.C. Berkeley's ESPM Department) is seeking a Cal student
to work as a lab helper for summer 2008. This position will assist with two
projects studying insects in agricultural systems. The first project is
designed to identify plants that can provide habitat for beneficial insects
in lettuce fields. The second project is studying interactions among ants,
mealybugs, and other insects in vineyards.

There will be approximately 2-3 days/week of field work, to consist of
collecting plant material into plastic bags, inspecting plants and counting
insects, and setting up experiments. There will be approximately 2-3
days/week of lab work, which will include washing insects off plant material
for counting, maintaining lab insects, and using a microscope to sort and
count the bugs we collect from the field. Applicants should be interested in
ecology and insects, willing to work outside in hot or cool weather, and
attentive to details.

This job is open only to current U.C. Berkeley students, is not compatible
with summer school, and we require that you have a driver's license. The job
is based in Berkeley, with frequent day-long trips to field sites near
Hollister (lettuce) and Napa (vineyards). Students interested in this job
shoud explore the Daane Lab website, check the
posting on the CalJobs
website (CalJobs ID# 732460), and send an email with their current resume to
the address below.

If you are interested you should let me know immediately and send me your
current resume as soon as possible.

Direct email to Erik Nelson at ehnelson@nature.berkeley.edu.

Daane Lab phone: 510.643.4019
http://daane.uckac.edu/

The Initiative for Green Science Policy is a newly-formed global coalition of
scientists, physicians and NGOs coming together to stop the use of toxic chemicals
in consumer products; encourage a move to less hazardous chemicals and technologies;
and support chemical policy reform. The Initiative for Green Science Policy is
working with the Friends of the Earth's Safe Kids Campaign. This campaign works to
protect kids as well as the public from toxic chemicals in consumer products.

Intern Position Description:
This intern position will involve both research and administrative work, including
data base updates and maintenance, as well as media and public education outreach
efforts. We work on the state, federal and international levels to limit the use of
potentially toxic fire retardants, while promoting green chemistry and a safer
policy approach to chemical use,

We are specifically focusing on stopping standards, regulations and legislation that
would increase the use of these chemicals until a fire safety rationale has been
proved and the chemicals have been shown safe for health and the environment. We
will also be working for the passage of a California state bill, AB706, to phase out
the use of these chemicals in some consumer products.

As an intern, you will protect public and environmental health by helping to remove
toxic chemicals from a range of consumer products while learning valuable research,
communication, and outreach skills.

Intern Duties:
* Research toxic chemicals, their usage, health, and environmental impacts
* Track and record contact information on NGOs, scientists, and physicians working
on toxics in Europe and internationally in our global data base
* Public education and media outreach
* Produce and coordinate production of materials, including educational printed
materials and public relations materials
* Keep Green Science Policy website up to date by the timely editing of existing
content and posting new content
* Update fact sheets and materials for the campaign
* Engage in general campaign support and organization, to be determined as needs arise

Desired Qualifications and Experience:
Interns are selected based on their education, skills, and experience. We especially
seek interns who have good interpersonal, organizational, computer database,
research, writing, and editing skills. We are also looking for a highly motivated,
quick learner who is willing to take initiative and work independently. A science
and/or database background is a plus.

* Excellent computer and organizational skills
* Verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to articulate
mission and programs to a wide range of audiences and through various mediums
* Experience in marketing, office management and campaigns preferred
* Ability to work an effective manner in a small, busy office
* Enthusiastic, organized, and self-motivated with a sense of humor
* Passion for the environmental and/or health work
* Resourceful problem-solver
* Experience with MS Office Word, Powerpoint, Excel, and Access preferred

Compensation:
Intern will initially make $10/hour.

Application instructions:
Email with "Internship Application" in the subject line. Please send a resume and
cover letter explaining experience and interest in the position to
arlene@arleneblum.com. Include the date when you can start the position.

The Union of Concerned Scientists seeks an efficient, organized and energetic
individual to provide a broad range of administrative support for the programs in
our California office.

This is an opportunity for the right individual to contribute skills and talents to
a high quality, mission driven team. The Union of Concerned Scientists is the
leading science-based nonprofit working for a healthy environment and a safer world.
UCS was founded in 1969 and currently has a membership and activist base of over
100,000, a staff of over 125, and offices in Cambridge (MA), Washington DC, Chicago,
and Berkeley (CA). The Berkeley office focuses on clean vehicles, renewable energy,
and climate change issues.

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The essential job duties/responsibilities of the position are included in but not
limited to the information listed below.

* Outreach Manage volunteer lists for activities, book venues, and liaise with
volunteers on an as needed basis. Load action alerts and website updates.
Disseminate reports, updates, and other materials to targeted recipients.
* Research Conduct limited web, database, and library research on selected
scientific issues to support program work and funding proposals. Gather information
to support staff in responding to requests from the media, legislators, coalition
partners, and others.
* Writing and Communications: Support staff writing efforts by drafting fact
sheets, letters, and other materials, and contributing to larger research projects
conducted by CA staff.
* Administrative Support Provide general administrative and program support to
the staff of the California office. Duties will include: compiling information,
answering phones, conducting routine correspondence, distributing mail, making
travel arrangements, scheduling, copying, filing, filling in periodically for the
Office Manager, and helping staff members meet financial and time-tracking
deadlines.

Perform other duties as required.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL
The successful candidate will be someone who is organized, pays attention to
details, has a pleasant and professional phone presence, and enjoys multi-tasking.
The position requires the ability to shift priorities based on program needs as
directed by the California Office Director. In addition, the position requires
self-motivation, good interpersonal skills, familiarity with office operations,
comfort with computers and learning new software, as well as intermediate level
skills in word processing and familiarity with Excel. Applicants should have strong
administrative and organizational skills and have the ability to work independently
and as part of a team.

EXPERIENCE:
A demonstrated interest in and passion for work that serves the public interest and
the mission of UCS is preferred but not required.

A minimum of 1 year of relevant experience as a program, administrative, or research
assistant or intern, is required.
Position Details: This position is full time. UCS offers a flexible and friendly
work environment. The position offers a competitive salary depending on education
and experience, as well as excellent benefits. UCS is an equal opportunity employer
continually seeking to diversify its staff.
Email resume and cover letter to cajobs@ucsusa.org by May 9. Please use the subject "California Program Assistant" in the e-mail. Applications will be reviewed as they are submitted.