Hayfields Country Club Assistant-in-Training

Resume and cover letter can be sent to bkelbaugh@hayfieldscc.com.

International Opportunities for Agriculture & Animal Husbandry

Have you always wanted to use your Agricultural or Animal Science skills in other countries? You are needed:

GHANA: Teach at Agricultural College

• Ghana is one of the drumming-est, most friendly countries in Africa!
• No teaching or university experience necessary.
• What is needed are farmers with a strong background in organic farming, permaculture and/or sustainable agriculture.
• Mentor in the field and "download" your skills.
• Your knowledge so important to farmers in Ghana they will put you on the radio!

ECUADOR: Rural development

• Come work with the indigenous women in the beautiful Andes.
• They would like to both learn more sustainable farming methods and animal husbandry.
• Spanish is essential; Quechua helpful.

CAMEROON: Rural development

• Farmers in the remote rural villages have just enough food to subsist.
• They would like to learn better methods so that they have enough food for a cash crop.
• Come teach them mulching, rain water harvesting and how they can enrich their soil.
• Teach & mentor them in how to raise goats, chicken and/or rabbits so they will have more protein.

MOROCCO: Agriculture

• Like other remote parts of the world, it is difficult to eke out a living.
• This organization has done a phenomenal job of raising fruit trees and almonds & walnuts.
• They employ local women tending 1.4 million seedlings at 14 nurseries.
• They welcome people with an agricultural background to improve on what they are doing.

PERU: Agriculture & Animal Husbandry

• Likewise, it is difficult to eke out a living at 10,000 feet in the mountains of Peru.
• It is difficult to raise food. People eat guinea pig.
• This organization's brilliant solution? They have built green houses so they can raise more vegetables.
• They welcome people with an Agricultural & Animal Husbandry background to help increase food & nutrition to people.

Interested? To apply, please read the NGOabroad website http://www.ngoabroad.com/ and send an answered Questionnaire and resume to: info@NGOabroad.com. These are volunteer opportunities. Both experienced farmers & students needed. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Usually you choose when you go & how long you can stay. It is smart to finish application process by March so you have time to prepare to go to another country. Volunteer programs do not just run in June, July & August - that is simply when the most people can go. Except primary & secondary schools that have school schedules to adhere to, most programs run year round.

Alpha Gamma Rho Spring Rush Events

Sign Up for IDEA258C: Designing Ethical Campaigns (1 Credit)

Looking for 1 more credit? This is the perfect class for you! This student taught course will introduce students and immerse them in the methods of running an ethical campaign with an emphasis on the Academy's focus on design thinking and lean start up. It can be difficult to get change accomplished, especially around polarized issues. From immigration to the environment, being able to persuade and convince people in an ethical way is one of the keys to change. Discover what you are passionate about and learn how to design a campaign around it in a way that can make tangible differences AND stay true to its core values. With the ability to choose from Political, Advocacy, or a Social Media/Advertising Campaign, there is lots of opportunity to innovate! Questions? Contact Andrew String (apstring@umd.edu) or Alexis Amos (aamos1@umd.edu). Click here to learn more about the course

NOAA Office of Weather and Air Quality Paid Internships

The National Weather Service (NWS) plays a key role in protecting American lives and properties. The timely provision of reliable weather, water, climate, and environmental information has supported the Nation's social and economic development. NWS offices in communities across the United States and its territories, supported by regional and national centers, provide the authoritative information needed by the public, including national, regional, state, tribal, and local authorities, to plan, prepare, mitigate, and respond to natural and human-caused events.

As part of the NWS, the National Centers for Environmental Prediction (NCEP) is "Where America's Climate and Weather Services Begin." Virtually all the meteorological data collected over the globe arrives at NCEP, where environmental scientists analyze this information and generate a wide variety of environmental guidance information. NCEP delivers national and global weather, water, climate and space weather guidance, forecasts, warnings and analyses to a broad range of users and partners. These products and services respond to user needs to protect life and property, enhance the nation's economy, and support the nation's growing need for environmental information.

NCEP is offering up to 20 paid summer internships targeted towards current 2nd and 3rd year undergraduate and enrolled graduate students to work in areas that will meet the future needs of the ever-broadening user community and address the strategic climate-water-weather issues. Each student will collaborate with one or more scientists at our NCEP centers located in College Park, MD: Climate Prediction Center, Environmental Modeling Center, Ocean Prediction Center, and Weather Prediction Center or at NWS Offices in Silver Spring, MD: Meteorological Development Laboratory and AWIPS Program Office. Students may also be placed at the following NOAA Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research (OAR) facilities: Climate Program Office (Silver Spring, MD), Office of Weather and Air Quality (Silver Spring, MD) and Air Resources Laboratory (College Park, MD).

For more information and to apply, click here. Applications are due January 31st, 2020 at 11:59pm.

MSRA Stream Restoration Seminar and Job Fair

Hayfields Country Club Seasonal Internship

Hayfields Country Club was built in 1998, stretches over 7,000 yards, and has hosted six PGA champions Tour Events that challenged famed golfers such as Arnold Palmer, Tom Watson, Gary McCord and more. Hayfields is a links style golf course with bentgrass from tee to green, six ponds and native areas that line numerous holes. Hayfields offers a great learning experience for an intern to achieve new skills and prepare them for entering the golf course maintenance industry.

The intern’s responsibility will include course set up, daily mowing, fertilizer and pesticide applications as well as calibration, extensive hand watering, irrigations system management and repair, and work with small crews on special projects. A good attitude, strong work ethic, detail-oriented, good communication and organizational skills are a must for the ideal intern. Perspective intern should have the ultimate goal of becoming a golf course superintendent one day.

Edible Landscaping Manager Position Available

Edible Eden Baltimore Foodscapes, Baltimore’s own edible and ecological landscaping business, designs, installs and maintains edible and ecological gardens for homeowners, businesses and schools. They build beautiful raised beds as well as in-ground gardens. They plant and tend perennial edible crops including fruit trees, berry crops and more. They also install native, pollinator and other useful gardens around the Baltimore area. Edible Eden is committed to making the world a better place with every square foot we cultivate. They also offer permaculture design and educational programs and workshops around relevant subjects.

Edible Eden is seeking an Edible Landscaping Manager to join their team in early 2020. The Edible Landscaping Manager manages and implements diverse edible and ecological landscaping projects while supporting the materials management and general operations of this small green business. The ideal candidate will have experience and competency in edible and ecological landscaping, a great work ethic, a collaborative and communicative personality and be available for full time or near full time work starting no later than March 1, 2020.

Qualifications:

• At least 3-5 years landscaping experience: You know about native and pollinator plants, soils, relevant tools and materials, have an eye for layout and are not afraid of hard work. 
• Specialized knowledge of fruit trees, berry crops and other edible plants. You can prune fruit trees for production, tree health and aesthetics; understand different fertilization regimens and sre familiar with local pests and diseases.
• Great communicator with positive attitude and a friendly personality.
• Conscientious and well organized and can keep effective records and inventory.
• Safe driving record and familiarity with trailers and safe loading practices.
• Flexible and able to pivot and change directions without getting too stressed out.
• Collaborative and excited to help grow a dynamic local green business.
• Great work ethic and ability to lift over 50 lbs, dig holes in clay soil, move heavy plants etc.

Tasks include (but are not limited to):

• Manage, implement and maintain Edible Eden’s perennials-based projects 
• Provide expert maintenance care to fruit trees, berry crops and other perennial plants
• Maintain meticulous records including receipts, maintenance records, pictures of work, materials inventory and more
• Collaborate, support and communicate with other full time or pt staff on annuals gardens, build jobs and educational programs
• Participate in design and plant selection for pollinator, native, conservation landscaping and rain garden installations
• Clear future garden areas, lay-out and plant perennial gardens, apply compost, mulch, gravel; install small rain gardens and other ecological landscape features
• Manage materials inventory and help improve and maintain business systems
• Steward and grow small edible plant nursery including propagation, soil mixing, and labeling
• Support team building and growth opportunities for the Edible Eden team and actively contribute to a collaborative and inspiring work environment

Compensation:

• Competitive hourly wage plus annual profit share
• Ongoing professional development
• Flexible (summer/winter) leave time
• Paid sick time
• Partnership/equity opportunities for the right candidate after 2 years employment

To apply, send a letter of interest and resume to josh@edibleedenfoodscapes.com

Gilman Study Abroad Scholarship for Pell Grant Recipients

Are you a Pell Grant recipient planning to study abroad in Summer 2020, Fall 2020, or Fall/Spring 2020? You may be eligible to apply for the U.S. State Department’s Gilman Scholarship, which provides up to $5,000 for study abroad and up to $8,000 if you are studying a critical language. In the last three years, over 100 UMD undergraduate students have won Gilman Scholarships!

Sign up for more information by clicking here – you'll be given access to the ELMS Gilman resource site, which includes samples of successful application essays, and let you know how you can earn the AUTOMATIC $1,000 grant for study abroad from the UMD Education Abroad Office for submitting your Gilman application! Additionally, the following information sessions are available for you to attend:

• Monday, February 3, 11:00 – 11:30 am, 1201 Marie Mount Hall
• Tuesday, February 4, 2:00 – 2:30 pm, 1201 Marie Mount Hall
• Tuesday, February 4, 4:00 – 4:30 pm, 2403A Marie Mount Hall
• Wednesday, February 5, 12:30 – 1:00 pm, 1201 Marie Mount Hall
• Thursday, February 6, 12:00 -12:00 pm, 1201 Marie Mount Hall
• Friday, February 7, 4:00 – 4:30 pm, 2403A Marie Mount Hall

RSVP: gilman@umd.edu (link to online schedule here)

If you're interested but unable to attend, please write to the same address to let us know.

DEADLINE TO APPLY: March 3, 2020 (11:59pm Pacific Time) To be eligible, students must be: a U.S. citizen, a Pell Grant recipient, a freshman, sophomore, junior or senior (includes all majors), and studying abroad for at least 21 days.

Irrigation Association Scholarship

The Irrigation Association is accepting applications for the 2020 scholarship program. The annual program awards several scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $2,500 based on the candidate’s letter of intent, financial need, resume, list of irrigation courses and letters of reference. Students must have a graduation date of December 2020 or later to apply. Applications are due Feb. 15. The award winners will be notified by April 1 and award monies will be sent to their institutions in summer 2020.

To be eligible for the scholarship program, a student must

• be currently enrolled (undergraduate or graduate) at a U.S. two- or four-year institution with a graduation date of December 2020 or later.
• be a U.S. citizen.
• have taken or be currently enrolled in a class with an irrigation-related curriculum.
• have a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA, based on a 4.0 scale.
• demonstrate financial need.

Click here to apply. To learn more about the program requirements and application process and see a list of prior winners, visit the linked IA website.

Assistant Baseball Groundskeeper Position

The Frederick Keys are looking for an Assistant Groundskeeper. This position is an integral part of the Frederick Keys. The Assistant Groundskeeper will work hand-in-hand with the Head Groundskeeper to maintain one of the top playing surfaces in the Carolina League.  They are looking for someone with both prior experience and the desire to gain even more experience. This is an opportunity to gain management experience and be involved in all aspects of maintaining the Nymeo Field at Harry Grove Stadium playing surface. Responsibilities include: assist in planning, supervising and executing the maintenance of Nymeo Field at Harry Grove Stadium. The Assistant Groundskeeper is a yearly full time position. The Assistant Groundskeeper is an important part of maintaining a state of the art playing surface.They will be involved in all on field maintenance including mowing, field marking, fertilization, irrigation, mound and plate repair, edging, skin maintenance, tarping, batting practice setup, aerification, and set up for extra events that will be held at Nymeo Field at Harry Grove Stadium. The Assistant Groundskeeper will also be overseeing other grounds crew members including the Turf Intern and Gameday Grounds Crew members. For more information on the position and to apply, click here.

MANO Fellowship and Internship Program

Chesapeake Conservation Corps

Looking to launch your career in the environmental field? Young professionals can gain vital green jobs skills and build a network of connections in the environmental field through the Chesapeake Conservation Corps program. This one-year term of paid service places young adults (ages 18-25) with nonprofits or government agencies to work full-time in the environmental field in the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Throughout the year this program provides hands-on professional and leadership experience through on-the-ground work leading and assisting environmental projects and programs, extensive trainings, and other opportunities including networking and grant writing. This initiative is supported by the Trust, BGE an Exelon Company, the U.S. National Park Service and the state of Maryland.

The purpose of the Corps Program is 1) to enable young adults to work with organizations and communities on issues impacting the Chesapeake Bay, and 2) to better prepare young adults pursuing careers in the environmental field.  Corps Members will work on projects and programs that fall into at least one of six categories (environmental restoration, community engagement, environmental education, energy conservation, sustainable agriculture or forestry), gain career and leadership skills, and become more engaged through meaningful community service.

The Chesapeake Bay Trust anticipates placing around 35-40 Corps Members, young adults 18-25, with nonprofit organizations and government agencies throughout the Chesapeake Bay region for a paid year of service ($19,000) beginning on August 18, 2020. To find the application go to https://cbtrust.org/prospective/. Applications must be submitted through the Trust’s online system by March 12, 2020 at 4:00 pm. For any questions about becoming a volunteer or about the Chesapeake Conservation Corps, contact Senior Program Officer Tara Drennan, tdrennan@cbtrust.org or 410-974-2941, ext. 102. 

NOAA Chesapeake Research Consortium Climate Change Internship

The NOAA Chesapeake Bay Office (NCBO) and the Chesapeake Research Consortium (CRC) seeks a summer intern for late May through mid-August 2020 (12 weeks) to assist with the development of ecological indicators related to assessing the climate resiliency of living resources. Climate change indicators of interest include changes in Bay water temperature or shoreline condition (e.g., living shorelines, such as wetlands and oyster reefs, versus hardened shorelines), and corresponding impacts on fish and submerged aquatic vegetation habitats and species distribution. Specifically, the intern will work with the Chesapeake Bay Program Climate Resiliency Workgroup, managed by NCBO, and the NCBO habitat science team to identify and analyze relevant data and devise strategies to translate this information into indicators that can be used to track and analyze trends, impacts, and progress towards advancing climate resiliency – the ability to anticipate, prepare for, and adapt to changing conditions and to withstand, respond to, and recover rapidly from disruptions. This work supports the climate resiliency goals and outcomes in the 2014 Chesapeake Bay Watershed Agreement. for more information on the internship and to apply, click here.

Chesapeake-Student Recruitment, Early Advisement, and Mentoring Program

The Chesapeake-Student Recruitment, Early Advisement, and Mentoring (C-StREAM) program is now accepting applications! C-StREAM focuses on recruiting, advising, and mentoring college students from populations who have been historically excluded from the environmental field and are therefore currently underrepresented in environmental research and management professions. The primary goal of C-StREAM is to encourage and support underrepresented students interested in leadership positions in environmental protection and restoration careers. C-StREAM endeavors to support this goal by developing inclusive career pathways that result in more diversity in the environmental workforce.

The Chesapeake Research Consortium (CRC) works closely with academic institutions, as well as government agencies, within the Chesapeake Bay Program partnership to place selected students into meaningful summer internships, support those students in their academic work, and facilitate pathways for successful careers in environmental research, restoration, and/or management. For more information and to apply, click here. The deadline for applications is February 15, 2020.

This year there are 9 opportunities:

3 Positions with the EPA CBPO in Annapolis, MD

·         Local Stakeholder Social Network Analysis

·         GIS Analysis of Flooding and Sea Level Rise Impacts on Land Use and Communities

·         Geospatial Analysis

2 Positions with the NCBO in Annapolis and Oxford, MD

·         Field Technician Fellowship

·         Chesapeake Bay Restoration and Protection Policy Fellowship

4 Positions with CRC member institutions. 

• There are seven positions listed, four of which will be filled via C-StREAM Fellows, with locations dependent on match of student-mentor interests.

·         More information on these are on the C-StREAM website.

EcoFellowship Program

The EcoFellowship Program is a one-year paid, fully benefited fellowship position to work with Center for EcoTechnology (CET) staff and other EcoFellows to carry out a range of activities related to climate action initiatives and educational programming. CET works with partners throughout the country to address climate change by transforming the way we live and work – for a better community, economy, and environment. EcoFellows support the CET’s initiatives to assist residents, students, institutions and businesses across the region in ongoing programs in energy efficiency, home energy services, renewable energy, and waste reduction through recycling, reuse and composting. Fellows are based in CET’s Northampton, Massachusetts location. For more information and to apply, click here. 

Horticulture Summer Internship

Production Nursery Summer Internship at Raemelton Farm

Teach for America Corps

Where will your career take you after graduation? By joining Teach For America, you will become part of a powerful network of more than 60,000 leaders changing the course of our nation. As a corps member, you’ll be challenged to think creatively and lead boldly. You’ll leverage your unique talents to dismantle inequities in the classroom and beyond. As an alum, you’ll join a diverse community working to expand opportunity from nearly ever career sector.

Want a glimpse inside a teacher’s life? Click here to check out “The Real Life of Teachers” web series to see how corps members Jenn, David, and Pocco are building a better future for the next generation. What impact will you make? Click here to apply to the Teach For America corps today.

The Application Deadline for the 2020 corps (for 2020 graduates) and the 2021 corps (for 2021 graduates): is Friday, January 31, 2020. To learn more, visit www.teachforamerica.org. All majors accepted. Full salary and benefits. 

Agricultural Sciences Internships at Walt Disney World

National Farmers Union Summer Internship

The National Farmers Union (NFU) is seeking a Summer Intern to assist with projects in government relations, communications, and operations departments. NFU is a grassroots, producer-driven organization that believes strong family agriculture is the basis for thriving rural communities. If you are interested in attending meetings on Capitol Hill, creating written or visual content for our blogs, managing social media accounts, or learning how our organization works to ensure that the voices of our 200,000 members are heard, we encourage you to apply for our internship program. In addition to learning from our staff, the NFU internship program provides our interns with the flexibility to tailor their internship to their interests and create projects that will benefit them professionally.

Qualifications:

Ideal candidates should possess a high level of organizational skills, the ability to manage multiple tasks or projects at once, the ability to creatively solve problems and implement effective solutions that support objectives, the confidence to work independently without much supervision, and conduct research and gather valuable information in a timely manner. A background in animal or produce production, agriculture policy, and current political and environmental issues facing rural communities is a plus. Additional qualifications include:

• Strong verbal communication skills

• Developing professional writing and editing skills

• Dedication to customer service when interacting with members via telephone or email

• Proficiency in Microsoft programs and photo editing tools

Benefits:

National Farmers Union offers a monthly stipend for our interns and provides the opportunity to travel at the organization’s expense.

To Apply:

Please submit a cover letter, resume and writing sample to employment@nfudc.org. The subject line of the email should be “Summer Intern.” Applications are due February 15th, 2020.

Sports Turf Management Paid Internship

The Sports Turf Management Intern will provide support in maintaining all playing surface at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium to the highest professional standard. Ripken Stadium is a 6,000 seat stadium that is home to the Aberdeen Ironbirds, the short season ‘A’ affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles. Ripken Sports Turf Interns will work Ironbirds games and events from May-September. The Sports Turf Management intern will shadow, learn from, and assist the Sports Turf Superintendent and Sports Turf Manager. For more information and to apply, click here. 

Eagle's Nest Country Club Assistant Superintendent Position

Eagles Nest Country Club is an 18-hole private golf club located in Phoenix, Maryland. The club also provides a golf practice facility, full-service clubhouse, pool and Har-Tru tennis courts.  Eagles Nest is a member of the ClubCorp family of amazing golf courses and we are looking for a highly motivated team player with the ability to build relationships with employee partners, members and guests. The Assistant Superintendent will work directly with the Superintendent to manage all aspects of golf course and grounds maintenance. Candidates must be reliable, organized and have a strong work ethic with a positive attitude. For information on responsibilities, qualifications, how to apply, and more, click here.

CKC Urban Farming Internship

The Charles Koiner Center for Urban Farming (CKC Farming) is a nonprofit land trust, created in 2019, for the purposes of protecting and managing urban farms that inspire the next generation of sustainable food innovators. The CKC Urban Farmer Internship is designed for high school and college students seeking SSL hours, college credit, or a small stipend (please note, the stipend is reserved for second term interns). Interns are expected to dedicate 4 hours per week for a minimum of 12 weeks.

• Spring internship runs Mar 16 - Jun 5, 2020
• Summer internship runs Jun 8 - Aug 21, 2020
• Fall internship runs Aug 31 - Nov 20, 2020

At the end of this internship, you will know how to compost using a 3-bin system, start and care for seedlings, operate a drip irrigation system, package and transport produce for market, and so much more. Read testimonials from past interns by clicking here.

If this sounds like the opportunity that you are looking for, please click here to submit an application.If you have any questions, feel free to view their FAQs for CKC Interns and Volunteers or email kate@ckcfarming.org.

University of Maine Paid One Health Research Program

Capital Area Food Bank Food Growing Education Specialist Position

The Capital Area Food Bank is the anchor of the hunger relief infrastructure in our region, providing more than 30 million meals to people in communities across D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. The Food Growing Education Specialist maintains, executes, and develops educational programming for the Capital Area Food Bank’s Urban Demonstration Garden. The Urban Demonstration Garden is an on-site, half-acre, hands-on educational space that helps build knowledge around wellness, nutrition, and food growing for the food bank’s partners, clients, and the general public. The garden and adjacent Urban Food Studio are used in tandem to show how to grow food in an urban setting, highlighting low-cost gardening techniques. The Food Growing Education Specialist is responsible for managing all food-growing activities, including the gardening education curriculum, garden maintenance and planning, the garden volunteer program, and any associated grants. The Specialist serves as the primary organizational representative for food growing internally and externally, but has opportunities to contribute more broadly to the food bank as a member of the Nutrition Education Department. For more information on responsibilities and qualifications for the position, click here. 

If you have any questions or wish to apply, contact Hillary Quarles
hquarles@capitalareafoodbank.org. 

AREC360: Global Agriculture Class

Students who wish to register for this class must click here and fill out the form.

Terp Farm Student Staff Positions

The University of Maryland Department of Dining Services is excited to announce available student staff positions to support the Terp Farm for the 2020 growing season! Terp Farm is a four-season sustainable vegetable and cut flower farm located 15 miles from campus at the University’s Central Maryland Research and Education Center, Upper Marlboro Facility. Established in 2014 as collaboration between the Department of Dining Services and the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, the farm provides fresh produce to the campus dining halls and food-insecure members of the campus community through donations to the Campus pantry. Additionally, the farm has served as a “living laboratory” for students of the University to engage in practical farming applications and learn skills and concepts that are imperative to running a successful farming operation.

The Terp Farm team is seeking student staff members for employment on the farm for the 2020 season. The position runs from February through December. Wages start at $12/hr. Housing on the Upper Marlboro Facility may be available, pending AGNR review. The Terp Farm Manager will support the Terp Farm Student Staff by incorporating education and mentorship throughout the workday, as well as opportunities for field trips and workshops, based upon Student Staff interest.

For more information on responsibilities, scheduling, how to apply, etc., click here.

Pro Grass Lawn Care Specialist Position Available

NASDA Summer 2020 Policy Internship