Please enclose up to three writing samples and three references with the submission. About the Mystic River Watershed . The Mystic River watershed is a 76 square mile area that is home to nearly 500,000 people in 21 towns and cities to the north of Boston. The watershed is infamous for its long history of industrial pollution. In addition to poor water quality, the most serious challenges facing the watershed are flooding, open space, public access and habitat loss.
Environmental justice is also of major concern.
About the MRWA . The mission of the MRWA is to restore clean water in the Mystic River watershed, protect water and related natural resources, and establish relevant public information and education programs. In 1999, the MRWA underwent a significant reorganization and expanded its membership to include not only individual but organizational members well. Flexible position that demands around five hours per week. Preference given to Tufts students.