Interns

We would not be able to do everything we do without the help of our dedicated interns! Every semester, our intern teams bring a range of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills to a variety of programs with the Office of Sustainability.

If you’re interested in joining our team please visit our Job Opportunities page to find internship openings.

Sustainability student intern Kendall Brockelman

Kendall Brockelman (she/her)

Kendall Brockelman is a fourth-year Natural Resource Conservation major interested in outreach, education, and communication efforts. This is her first year interning with the UF Office of Sustainability and she hopes to connect the UF and Gainesville communities with the importance of sustainability. She is excited to collaborate with her fellow interns and develop engaging ways to highlight local environmental successes. In her free time, she loves to try local coffee shops, listen to podcasts, and be with her two nieces. 


Student intern Mohammed FaisalMohammed Faisal (he/him)

Mohammed Faisal is a fourth-year Sustainability Studies major, with a goal of connecting all groups on campus to push for a sustainable future at UF. This is his second semester interning with the Office of Sustainability and he is excited to host events and other involvement opportunities UF students to bridge a gap between UF and the local Gainesville community. In his free time, Mohammed loves to explore Gainesville, finding local restaurants and nice areas to relax and study at.


UF sustainability intern Aleisha PalmerAleisha Palmer (she/her)

Aleisha Palmer is a fourth-year Sustainability Studies Major with a Business Minor. She has an interest in the interconnected relationships that sustainability encompasses. Through interning with the Office of Sustainability, she hopes that she will be able to influence others to seek a more sustainable future. In addition to this, she is excited to collaborate with her team to create informative and engaging content about the environment. Outside of her studies, she enjoys taking care of plants, baking, and traveling.