School of Environmental Studies

PSM Current Openings

Jobs

 

TDEC Environmental Scientists, Foresters, and Consultants - View open TDEC positions here!

Description: The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation frequently hires for various environmental positions at their West, Middle, and East Tennessee offices. Visit the TN.gov website and search for positions at TDEC. 

Salary Range: $48,204 – $72,468 annually. 

Internships

2026 UCOR Summer Internship Program: Environmental Scientist/Engineer Intern

Description: This is a 12-week program held from late May to early August. You must be able to be onsite for the entire intership program. Applicant must be persuing a degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering or other applicable degree programs.  Duties will inclue NPDES stormwater permit renewl support for East Tennessee Technology Park (ETTP), including sample planning and tracking, analytical results review, stormwater pollution prevention site inspections, and more. This internship requires both office work and field work. Location is in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. Posting will close in March.

Scholarships

Engendering the Spirit of Gadugi at the FEW-Nexus

The program is currently accepting applications for Fall 2026 semester!

Deadline to apply:

• April 25, 2026 - For Fall enrollment

Program Description: The Engendering the Spirit of Gadugi at the Food-Energy-Water (FEW) Nexus program is a graduate-level program designed to promote a collaborative approach to the training of a socially and culturally responsible holistic-style professional, interested in applying technical engineering and science principles to complex FEW Nexus challenges. Partnering with key community leaders, including the Cherokee Nation, Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, Appalachian communities, and local rural areas, the program offers students an inclusive and immersive learning experience that strengthens students’ ability to solve complex FEW problems.

Overview: The program is a National Science Foundation Research Traineeship program that provides a comprehensive and culturally appropriate mentoring approach for students interested in investigating FEW Nexus challenges as part of their M.S. and Ph.D. programs at Tennessee Technological University. The mentorship team will work with the NRT-NSF fellows to reach their academic and research goals with their leading advisor as well as facilitate the completion of the FEW Nexus focused program of study. Immersive experiences in partnering communities and innovative Renaissance Foundry Model guided classes that integrate cultural, sociopolitical, and historical knowledge influences FEW challenges that will form the foundation for the fellowship experience. 

Students Who Can Apply: Applicants can be prospective students who would first apply to a graduate degree program for admission before applying for a fellowship. Current students at Tennessee Tech who are interested in the program can also apply but will need to confirm their eligibility with the program coordinator. Students must be U.S. Citizens.

What Does an NSF-NRT Fellowship Include? Fellowship stipends of $34,000 per year as available with possible renewal dependent on funding availability. Full tuition + fees (6-9 credits/academic semester). Opportunities for immersion, mentoring and holistic educational experiences.