NRDC Internship
In partnership with the Office of Sustainability, EJIE helps to fund the NRDC internship which provides scholars an exciting opportunity to gain experience in environmental careers. The program recognizes the history of exclusions and racism that exists in environmentalism and strives to make a sustainable future that ensures the meaningful participation of all members of our communities. Learn more about the 2023 NRDC interns below.
2023 NRDC Interns
Jocelyn Rojas
Jocelyn is a first-generation college graduate with a degree in Environmental Systems Science from the University of California, Merced. She grew up the eldest of four sisters in Canal, a barrio community in San Rafael, California. There, she participated in programs addressing food insecurity and access to science education. Her passion for natural science and social justice began in her hometown and developed during her undergraduate studies.
At UC Merced, Jocelyn engaged in interdisciplinary coursework and research projects that furthered her interests in field ecology, natural science education, and environmental justice. Her goal is to contribute to intersectional solutions for environmental injustices in low-income communities of color, like her own.
Noelia Agramont
Noelia Agramont is one of the NRDC interns working on decarbonizing and eliminating toxic air pollution from some of the dirtiest vehicles in our transportation system. She recently published a blog that is focused on how zero-emission trucks can safeguard drivers' well-being while bringing positive changes to the industry and the planet. You can find the blog here.
Noelia is currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in environemental science with minor in anthropology. Her true passion lies in advocating for animals and promoting climate justice, all in the pursuite of a healthy and sustainable planet. Recently, Noelia had the opportunity to participate in the Department of Energy's Minority Serving Insutitions Partnerships Programs (MSIPP) as an undergraduate research assistant at UC Merced. During this experience, she researcehd the remediation of mercury-contaminated sediment and water using manganese and iron oxide-modified activated carbon. Noelia's fun facts: (1) She is avid wakeboarder and loves spending time in the ocean, and (2) she has a service dog that she trained.
Tacoria Perry
Tacoria Perry is a recent graduate of UCM with a major in environemental systems science. She was born in San Diego, California and has a passion for environmental science ansd sustainability. During her time at UC Merced, Tacoria was an undergraduate researcher in Professor Michael Dawson's lab and co-produced a podcats with Professor Rebecca Ryals.
As an NRDC intern, Tacoria is a member of the transportation team focusing on resilient communities. Tacoria is currently researching the effects of tire pollution on both urban environements and marine ecosystms. Outside of academic and professional pursuits. Tacoria spends a lot of time outdoors taking advantage of San Diego's local beaches and hiking trails.