Dr. Brenda Zollitsch, faculty member in the Policy, Planning & Management (MPPM) program, is leading the Muskie Resiliency Internship Program at the Edmund S. Muskie School of Public Service, connecting students with Maine organizations to advance community resilience and sustainability. Launched in summer 2024, the program provides hands-on experience in areas such as climate resilience, economic development, municipal planning, environmental conservation, and policy research. Through partnerships with nonprofits, municipalities, government agencies, and businesses, students apply their academic training to real-world challenges while helping communities plan for change. The program is already making a meaningful impact, with interns contributing valuable research and planning expertise, presenting findings at statewide conferences, and securing employment with their host organizations. By bridging academic learning and community needs, Dr. Zollitsch and our MPPM faculty are preparing the next generation of public service professionals while helping build stronger, more resilient communities across Maine. Read here for more details on the program and what our students have been up to.
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