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Company:Earthwatch InstituteCurrent Opportunities (0) Company Website  Location(s):3 Clock Tower PlaceP.O. Box 75 Maynard, MA 01754 Map Location
Phone:(978) 450-1204Industry:Non-ProfitSize:50-99 |
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Company OverviewEarthwatch is a diverse community of scientists, educators, students, businesspeople, and resolute explorers who work together to get the fullest benefit from scientific expeditions. In addition to 150 dedicated staff in the United States, England, Australia, and Japan, Earthwatch supports more than 130 scientists each year and builds networks of hundreds of students and teachers.The Earthwatch community also includes 20,000 global members, 4,000 eager volunteers each year, 50 collaborating conservation organizations, and 50 corporate partners, all of whom work together to make a difference. Our Mission: Earthwatch Institute engages people worldwide in scientific field research and education to promote the understanding and action necessary for a sustainable environment. We believe that teaching and promoting scientific literacy is the best way to systematically approach and solve the many complex environmental and social issues facing society today. How We Do It: Research - We support scientific field research related to sustainable development conducted by leading scientists in a broad range of disciplines, from habitat management to health care. Earthwatch's Research Program provides vital support where funding is typically limited, to scientists from developing countries, women in science, and long-term monitoring projects. Education - Earthwatch is a respected leader in the field of experiential education, with programs ranging from improving the quality of geography instruction to "live from the field," web-based virtual expeditions reaching classrooms worldwide. To date, more than 3,500 students and 4,000 classroom teachers have received training and inspiration on Earthwatch expeditions. Conservation - We establish strategic international and community partnerships to support multi-disciplinary research projects in some of the world's outstanding areas of ecological and cultural value. By engaging communities in setting priorities and securing their investment throughout the process, Earthwatch implements an effective community-based conservation model. How You Do It: * Join an expedition team today! * Support Our Work in Conservation, Research and Education! * Become A Member! "Earthwatch does more than back vital research, it inspires us to understand our global responsibilities as citizens of the world." - Dr. E. O. Wilson, Harvard University Job Opportunities: Earthwatch Institute’s mission is to promote sustainable conservation of our natural resources and cultural heritage by creating partnerships between scientists, educators and the general public. To realize this mission, Earthwatch Institute has three recognized areas of focus: Research, Education and Conservation. This year, Earthwatch will sponsor over 130 scientific field research projects in 49 countries and 18 American states, making estimated volunteer field grants of $3.7 million. Most of these are administrative positions at our Maynard, MA office and are not in the field or associated directly with any project unless posted otherwise. Earthwatch cannot cover relocation costs or travel costs associated with employment. Internships are volunteer, but earn credit toward Earthwatch expeditions. |
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