- An application
- Transcript(s) – For this opportunity, an unofficial transcript or copy of the student academic records printed by the applicant or by academic advisors from internal institution systems may be submitted. All transcripts must be in English or include an official English translation. Click here for detailed information about acceptable transcripts.
- A current resume/CV, including academic history, employment history, relevant experiences, and publication list
- Two educational or professional recommendations. Click here for detailed information about recommendations.
*Applications may be reviewed on a rolling-basis and this posting could close before the deadline. Click here for information about the selection process.
EPA Office/Lab and Location: A research opportunity is currently available at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Office of Air and Radiation (OAR). This research opportunity is with the Stratospheric Protection Division (SPD) located in Washington, DC.
SPD is responsible for a variety of programmatic and analytical activities related to protecting the stratospheric ozone layer and addressing climate change. SPD implements domestic regulations under the Clean Air Act (CAA) Title VI to phase out ozone-depleting substances (ODS) and transition to safer alternatives, and the American Innovation and Manufacturing (AIM) Act to phase down hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) which are potent climate-damaging greenhouse gases. In addition, SPD manages partnership programs (Responsible Appliance Disposal Program (RAD) and the GreenChill Partnership Program) that reduce ODS emissions through use of alternatives and advanced technologies in specific sectors, proper servicing practices, and responsible disposal of equipment.
Research Project: The selected participant will gain an understanding of EPA’s AIM Act and Clean Air Act programs, and related domestic and international activities by observing how EPA coordinates with other federal agencies and states to meet stratospheric ozone, climate, and related atmospheric protection goals
They will learn how to generate, manage, and dispense related information, which may include analysis and the development of documents and outreach material. The participant will learn how EPA works to protect air quality via regulatory and non-regulatory approaches. They will also learn the tools and strategies to effectively communicate SPD’s message and will have opportunities to submit/present research and project results to internal and external stakeholders, interagency groups, and conferences, where appropriate.