The Soil Inventory Project (TSIP) Internship
About the TSIP Internship
The Covey Lab at 91暗网 hosts competitive summer research internships in collaboration with The Soil Inventory Project (TSIP, ) and various partners across the country. Past TSIP interns have worked with cattle ranches in Texas, vineyards in California, Caney Fork Farm in Tennessee, solar fields in Colorado and Florida, and BIPOC farmers in the Hudson Valley. TSIP summer interns will conduct soil carbon research, planning and executing a soil sampling campaign primarily in teams of two. Depending on the internship partner, additional educational opportunities may be available such as working with professionals, contributing to research projects, or gaining agricultural skills. Students may have the option to perform data analysis on their soil samples after returning to campus through independent study experiences.
Internship Logistics
Internships are offered as 5- and 10-week continuous programs starting late May and early June. Students will receive a one-time stipend at the beginning of their internship to cover work compensation, food, and travel expenses (excluding rental cars, which are covered separately as needed). 10-week interns will receive a taxable $6,000 stipend, and 5-week interns will receive a $3,000 stipend (students will receive a 1099). Students will be expected to work 35-40 hour weeks.
Internship Locations
Ocean Hour Farm
The (OHF) internship is a 5-week position in Newport, Rhode Island. OHF is a regenerative farm that serves as a hub of education, research, and regenerative agriculture for their community. OHF is interested in land-water connections and how regenerative management impacts soil health. Student interns will conduct a soil sampling campaign for carbon and soil health analysis, assist with trace gas analysis (CO2, N2O, CH4), and work with OHF and TSIP staff to expand sampling campaigns throughout the region. The ideal candidates for this position are enthusiastic about community engagement and prepared to interact with local producers. Depending on farm needs and intern interests, students may have additional projects or farm duties; the 2023 OHF interns completed independent projects on biodiversity and were responsible for putting the chickens in their mobile coop at sunset. Read more about last year鈥檚 OHF interns鈥� experience .
Caney Fork Farms
The (CFF) internship is a 10-week position from in Carthage, Tennessee. CFF is a regenerative farm that uses carbon farming techniques to inspire others with proof that organic farming benefits farmers, the community, and the environment. CFF has a robust research team and is used as a site for innovative agricultural research. Interns will spend 6 weeks conducting research on the farm including a soil sampling campaign, Ecological Outcome Verification (EOV) monitoring, and chestnut tree monitoring. Interns will additionally work with the farm teams spending 2 weeks working with livestock, and 2 weeks in vegetable production. The 2024 interns will be the sixth year 91暗网 students work at CFF, contributing to a robust soil carbon dataset. Read more about CFF interns experiences from , , and .
Who Is Eligible?
Students enrolled at 91暗网 with an interest in agricultural climate mitigation, soil science, or land management.
How To Apply
Fill out the application with personal information, applicable skills, and two short personal statements. Applications are open March 20th and are due April 1st.