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Climate Justice Field School

The Department of Geography, Environment and Urban Studies is thrilled to announce a community engagement opportunity for Temple students!

The Climate Justice Field School (CJFS) is a community-engaged program centered around a 10-week-long paid summer internship. It provides Temple undergraduates the opportunity to work with Philadelphia-area organizations on projects that address unequal vulnerability to climate change impacts and related environmental injustices.

We take a holistic approach to student development and aim to build a community of thinkers and doers who are committed to civic participation. Therefore, in addition to their internship placements, the program requires that students participate in a full-day orientation, bi-weekly professional development sessions, and a Community Showcase event. CJFS interns work 20 hours per week and receive a $3000 stipend. If this speaks to you, then keep reading for information about how to apply!

Greta Thunberg (weißes T-Shirt und Megaphon mitte-rechts) und Luisa Neubauer (daneben in Grün) im Demonstrationszug von Fridays For Future, Berlin, 24.09.21

Eligibility

  • Current full-time undergraduates from all Temple schools and colleges–preference will be given to students who have taken coursework related to climate justice
  • Minimum 3.25 cumulative GPA
  • Rising Juniors and Seniors
  • Attendance at the required, in-person, all-day Program Orientation on Friday, May 23, 2025
  • Ability to devote 20 hours per week to the internship during the 10-week summer program (May 26 – July 31, 2025)
  • Attendance at the required bi-weekly professional development sessions
  • Ability to help organize the Community Showcase event and deliver an oral presentation on their project (September. 5, 2025)

How to apply

You must be signed into your Temple account to access the application form. Applications are evaluated as they are received. The program is NOW OPEN to applications. UPDATE: Deadline extended through April 3, 2025. Apply now!

Application components:

  • Personal statement (500 words)
  • Academic preparation
  • Professional experience and related qualifications
  • Commitment to program elements
  • Resumé
  • Transcripts (unofficial ok)

Program contact

Dr. Kimberley Thomas
Associate Professor and Graduate Chair
Department of Geography, Environment and Urban Studies