Opportunities

Benefits and Barriers: California Ocean Access

Research Internship: Tribal Access to California’s Oceans

The Tribal component of this work is grounded in a “two-eyed seeing” approach, integrating Indigenous and Western knowledge systems to understand relationships between Tribal communities and ocean spaces. The analysis emphasizes relationality, reciprocity, and culturally grounded interpretation. This internship involves analyzing and synthesizing qualitative data from Tribal interviews and focus groups to support equitable coastal management.

The Climate Science Alliance is hiring an Administrative Assistant! The Administrative Assistant is a vital hub for the daily logistics and operations of the organization, supporting Climate Science Alliance’s mission and vision by helping the team stay organized and connected.  The Administrative Assistant works closely with the entire Alliance team and supports the Director of Operations in the implementation of policies and procedures related to the office, facilities, financials, grant reports, and contracts. The role requires an individual who is warm, organized, and proactive, with strong technical skills and experience in administrative support. 

This program from the Sacred Places Institute for Indigenous Peoples (SPI) is designed to be intertribal and intergenerational, providing our communities with the knowledge and skills needed to prepare for climate and environmental challenges while honoring traditional wisdom. We are looking for Indigenous educators, knowledge holders, and cultural practitioners to lead teachings in one of the following six topics: Intertribal (Intergenerational) Cultural Exchange and Preparedness Marine Life and Biodiversity Climate Disaster Preparedness Food Sovereignty Traditional Medicine Essential Survival Tools and Sustainable Practices.

Contact for more information: Ciara Morning Star Belardes, ciara@sacredplacesinstitute.org

The Acjachemen Tongva Land Conservancy (ATLC) is seeking a student intern to assist with their social media presence and engagement. We invite college students committed to advancing Native and Indigenous knowledges along with a passion for rematriation, Indigenous stewardship, and social media communications to apply for this position. The student intern will work remote under supervision by ATLC staff as the social media specialist, in which they will: 

• Collaborate with ATLC partners and staff to advance media engagement

• Create ATLC social media posts (Instagram, Facebook, and X (Twitter))

• Update the ATLC website

• Write blogs and/or newsletters