Polygence Internships: Sustainability/Conservation - Cohort 2 (July 14 - Aug 8)
Timeline
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July 14, 2025Experience start
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August 8, 2025Experience end
Companies must complete verification in order to match with experience.
Experience scope
Categories
Environmental sustainabilitySkills
environmental resource management sustainability evaluation sustainability strategies sustainability improvement sustainability initiatives energy conservation measures conservation sciencePolygence Internships: Sustainability and Conservation July 14 2025 - August 8 2025
- 40 hour, fully-subsidized, project-based experience for Polygence Internships participants exploring careers in sustainability and conservation.
- Submit a sustainability and conservation-focused project for the Polygence team to review.
- If approved, your project will be matched with up to 3 participants, contributing a combined total of up to 120 hours of high-impact work.
- Projects will begin on July 14 and must be completed over a 4-week period by August 8 2025.
This experience is designed for entry-level high school students who have developed foundational research skills and are eager to apply their knowledge in real-world settings. The objective is to engage learners in projects that allow them to explore environmental challenges, analyze data, and propose innovative sustainability solutions. By collaborating with industry professionals, students will gain hands-on experience and insights into the fields of environmental science, conservation, and sustainability.
About Polygence Students
Polygence students are exceptional high schoolers with college-level research experience, strong technical skills, and a track record of initiative. From publishing scientific papers to leading nonprofits and building real-world products, they bring curiosity, drive, and a collaborative mindset to every project. They're ready to contribute meaningfully and grow through hands-on internship experiences.
Learners
Students are seeking hands on, entry level experience where they can make an impact for the employer’s business.
Project deliverables will vary based on scope, but by the end of the experience, you’ll have tangible assets to support your business goals.
Due to the short, remote format, projects must be well-defined and project-based. We cannot accept job postings—please outline a clear, specific scope for the learner’s work.
Example project templates are pinned to this experience for reference. If using a template, be sure to customize it with relevant details to align with your business needs.
Project timeline
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July 14, 2025Experience start
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August 8, 2025Experience end
Project Examples
Requirements
- Analyze water quality trends by researching public data from local lakes, rivers, or drinking sources. Present findings on pollution levels, sources of contamination, and possible mitigation strategies.
- Develop a proposal for reducing your school’s carbon footprint, including research on energy use, transportation habits, and waste production. Provide specific, evidence-based recommendations and estimate potential environmental impact.
- Conduct a case study on the effectiveness of local recycling programs by comparing municipal policies, public awareness efforts, and diversion rates. Present a research-backed summary with suggestions for improvement.
- Investigate the impact of urban development on local biodiversity by reviewing land-use data, interviewing community stakeholders, and identifying at-risk species or habitats. Create a report with conservation strategies.
- Research and model the potential benefits of green roofs or vertical gardens in school or urban environments. Include climate data, cost-benefit analysis, and ecological advantages.
- Assess the effects of fast fashion on global sustainability, including water use, emissions, and labor practices. Propose alternative consumer habits supported by current environmental research.
- Compare renewable energy options for rural vs. urban areas in Canada or globally, using policy reports, case studies, and energy data. Create a research presentation on the best-fit solutions for each setting.
- Study how climate change is affecting a specific ecosystem (e.g., Arctic tundra, coral reefs, boreal forest) using academic articles and climate models. Present findings in a multimedia format such as a video, podcast, or digital zine.
Additional company criteria
Companies must answer the following questions to submit a match request to this experience:
Timeline
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July 14, 2025Experience start
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August 8, 2025Experience end