Our school year internship program was developed to offer experiential learning and personal growth opportunities related to the environment, climate education and justice, and sustainability for youth attending Milwaukee-area high schools. The interns are given a space to come together to learn and apply their knowledge toward a fun and exciting green initiative. With some guidance, the interns put in place a project they are passionate about for their school and community.

Learn more about the program below and enjoy viewing photos of previous Environmental Internship activities.

If you are a student interested in the program and would like to know more information, contact wilniesha.smith@refloh2o.com

Applications Have closed for 2024-2025 school year internship

School Teams Will Consist of up to 8 Students Per School

Reflo will partner with local high schools to recruit up to 8 students per school to participate in the Environmental Internship Program running from October 2024 – May 2025. Selected students will form a school team and work together throughout the school year to organize their own green initiative or project at their school and/or community. School teams will meet in-person to build capacity to support their school project, gaining knowledge, career skills and social emotional skills throughout the program.

15 - 20 paid internship hours per month!

Sample monthly schedule:
- Environmentally-themed workshops
- Community engagement and Career exploration
- School team project check-ins
- Team building, monthly presentations, and guest speakers

Current 10th – 12th grade students & 1-year post-graduation

Minimum GPA of 2.0 required. Successful candidates will communicate an interest in environmental sustainability initiatives, a willingness to serve as an ambassador for their school and community, and be a reliable team member that is willing to participate in school/community-based projects. 

Interns will meet weekly in-person throughout the school year on Wednesday evenings from 5:00 - 7:00pm. Dinner will be provided each week.
*Interns are welcome to arrive at Reflo’s offices as early as 3:30pm for in-person sessions

Professional skill development and career exploration opportunities will also be provided.

  • Increase knowledge and understanding of green infrastructure, climate education/justice, and sustainability practices

  • Investigate the role community voice and engagement plays in advancing sustainability goals

  • Participate in Climate Education/Justice focused lessons and activities

  • Inform district and school sustainability practices and policies

  • Share student reflections and motivations with District representatives

  • Organize environmental initiatives at your school

  • Create a presentation of impact

  • Highlight community and organizational partnerships

For more information contact:
Wilniesha Smith at wilniesha.smith@RefloH2o.com

 

Thank you to our internSHIP sponsors