Arundel Rivers Federation Watershed Restoration Internship

Description 

The Arundel Rivers Federation (previously the South River Federation), a watershed restoration and monitoring non-profit organization based in Edgewater, Maryland is seeking an intern for the summer of 2020. This is an office and field-based position, however the majority of work will be outdoors and at times in challenging conditions. The Federation is seeking candidates who have knowledge and experience in ecology, fisheries studies, conservation landscaping, stormwater and hydrology, and/or water quality monitoring, along with knowledge of and interest in the outdoors. 

Applicant Requirements 

The successful candidate will be a student or recent graduate of a two or four-year environmental/natural resource program, and/or have practical experience in fish sampling/studies, conservation landscaping, water quality monitoring, or a similar background. Candidates with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office (especially Excel) are preferred. Reliable transportation to and from the Federation office in Edgewater is required. Applicants must have a driver’s license and a clean driving record. A Certificate of Boating Safety Education is a plus but not required. 

Internship Tasks and Objectives 

This internship will provide an opportunity to gain direct experience with the analysis of local watershed issues, and the hands-on restoration and adaptive management and monitoring of watershed and habitat functions to the South, West, and Rhode River watersheds. Work will primarily be with Restoration and Monitoring staff, but the intern may occasionally work with other Federation staff, including the Executive Director and Volunteer & Outreach Coordinator, as needed. Primary intern tasks are: 

Restoration:

• Participate as a crewmember in the Federation’s annual electrofishing study. 
• Assist staff with volunteer events focused on project maintenance and plantings.
• Observe stream restoration and stormwater Best Management Practice construction. 
• Assist staff with writing and assembling grant proposals. 
• Work independently on restoration sites to perform tasks including installation of native plants, control of non-native plants, and other maintenance tasks as assigned. 

Monitoring / RIVERKEEPER:

• Assist with tidal water quality monitoring via boat in the South, West, and Rhode Rivers. 
• Calibrate water quality monitoring equipment. • Land-based collection of water samples for bacterial analysis. 
• Periodic transcription of written data to Excel. 
• Assist with installation and maintenance of water quality equipment at restoration sites. 

Schedule, Compensation, and Standards 

The internship timeframe is from mid-May through September 2020. Exact start and end dates within this timeframe are negotiable. The intern will have a flexible schedule to satisfy their other responsibilities. Compensation for this internship is $12/hour for approximately 300 total hours. If academic credit is available or required for participation in this internship, we will gladly work with you in meeting the requirements for receiving credit. Beyond lunch and personal transportation to the Federation's office on workdays, we want to ensure that the intern does not incur any costs. The Federation vehicle will generally be available for transportation to and from work sites. If the Federation vehicle is not available, compensation for personal vehicle mileage to and from work sites is available. Sunscreen and insect repellent will be provided for outdoor work. 

Required Gear 

The intern will need to provide comfortable clothing for working outdoors in a variety of conditions, including hot weather, cool weather, and light rain. Close-toed shoes are required for outdoor work. All necessary tools and Personal Protective Equipment (Personal floatation device, hard hat, highvisibility safety apparel, gloves, etc.) will be provided by the Federation. 

To apply, please email your resume to David Lanier at david@arundelrivers.org by 5PM on Friday, March 6, 2020. Include your name and “Internship Application” in the title of the email. 

USDA APHIS Career Fair

Recently graduated, graduating this spring, thinking about interning, looking for summer employment? Learn about available positions protecting agriculture and the quality and availability of wholesome food. Experts will review resumes and help you navigate the federal government’s online hiring system.

The fair will take place Friday, March 27 from 10:00am-2:00pm at 4700 River Road (Riverdale, MD 20737)

• Bring a valid government-issued ID, a resume and current transcript.
• Building is accessible to the College Park Metro Station and free parking is available onsite.

For additional information about this event, contact Michael Maiden at mmaiden@umd.edu

Spring Graduation Fair

Intern for a Day

Intern for a Day, is a short-term job shadowing experience for undergraduate students to learn about a field of interest.

Students must attend a mandatory orientation session in order to receive the Intern for a Day application and to be considered for the program. There are 7 orientation sessions to choose from that works best with a students' schedule:

•  Monday, February 24 | 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm 
•  Tuesday, February 25 | 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
•  Wednesday, February 26 | 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
•  Wednesday, February 26 | 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm
•  Thursday, February 27 | 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
•  Thursday, February 27 | 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm
•  Friday, February 28 | 10:00 am - 10:30 am

Here are a few organizations participating in Intern For a DAy that AGNR students should consider shadowing:

• M-NCPPC, Dept. of Parks and Recreation Prince George's County (Asst Archaeology Mgr)
• National Park Service- C&O Canal NHP
• USDA-APHIS (Director-Animal Product Imports)
• USDA-APHIS (Management Analyst-Veterinary Services)
• USDA-APHIS (Plant Protection and Quarantine)
• USDA-APHIS (Policy Analyst)
• USDA-APHIS (Policy Analyst-Planning, Evaluation, & Decision Support)
• USDA-APHIS (Senior Regulatory Policy Specialist)
• Georgetown University Department of Energy and Utility Programs
• Hitachi Rail (HSE-Health, Safety & Environment Advisor)
• LSG Sky Chefs (Food Quality Assurance)
• US Department of Commerce (Director, Office of China and Mongolia)
• USDA-APHIS (Plant Protection and Quarantine)
• USDA-APHIS (Director-Animal Product Imports)
• USDA-APHIS (Policy Analyst)
• USDA-APHIS (Policy Analyst-Planning, Evaluation, & Decision Support)
• USDA-APHIS (Senior Regulatory Policy Specialist)

You can also view the full list of all organizations participating in IFAD. 

Careers in Working With Wildlife

Join the University Career Center for a career panel highlighting a wide range of careers working with wildlife on Monday, March 2 from 5:30pm-6:30pm. Attend this event to hear from professionals working in this field from a variety of sectors including conservation, policy, education, management, and enforcement. 

Event panelists include:

• Kathleen Handley, Clinic Director, Second Chance Wildlife Center
• Kimberly S. Clapper, Staff Wildlife Biologist, APHIS Wildlife Services (WS)
• Maryl Collins, Conservation Coordinator, Wildlife Habitat Council
• Lindsay Jacks, Director, Lights Out Baltimore
• Officer Roderick Brown, MD Natural Resources Police

To RSVP, visit go.umd.edu/wildlife. For more career events to help you prepare for the world of work, visit the events calendar https://careers.umd.edu/events-calendar

State Department Fellowships

Are you interested in joining the Foreign Service of the U.S. Department of State or the USAID Foreign Service? Representatives from the Pickering, Rangel, and Payne Fellowship Programs will be here for a campus visit on February 27 to meet with juniors, seniors, and recent graduates. This event is co-hosted by the Federal and Global Fellows Programs and the National Scholarships. The Pickering, Rangel, and Payne programs seek applications from students/alumni who are US citizens with financial need, especially those who are members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the Foreign Service, and women. 

The Pickering and Rangel Graduate Fellowships provide financial support through two years of graduate study, internships, mentoring, and professional development activities leading to an appointment in the Foreign Service of the U.S. Department of State. Both programs have mid-September 2020 deadlines. The Payne International Development Fellowship provides similar support through two years leading to an appointment with the USAID Foreign Service. It has an early November deadline.  

Info Session Details:

DATE: Thursday, February 27, 2020

TIME: 12:00 - 1:00 pm 

PLACE: Federal and Global Fellows Office - 2407 Marie Mount Hall (2nd floor)

Please RSVP here. 

Service Requirement: Recipients of all three programs are obligated to complete a minimum five-year term of service as a Foreign Service officer.

Eligibility requirements for all programs:

• Applicants must be seeking admission to enter graduate school in the fall of 2021 for a two-year program at a U.S. university in an area of relevance to the Foreign Service. They can be in their senior year of their undergraduate studies, graduating by June 2021, or they can be college graduates.
• Applicants must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale at the time of application.
• Applicants must be U.S. citizens.

Fulbright Fellowship Program

ATTENTION undergrads and recent graduates: Are you interested in pursuing prestigious international study/research or English teaching opportunities after graduation? Attend an info session to learn about the Fulbright Fellowship Program, the nation’s largest and most prestigious global fellowship program!

Fulbright awards provide recent B.S./B.A. graduates (who are also US citizens) with opportunities for international experience, personal enrichment and an open exchange of ideas with citizens of other nations. About 2000 Fulbright fully-funded grants are currently available to over 150 nations. There are two distinct types of grant: study/research awards for students who wish to investigate timely and significant topics abroad, and English Teaching Assistantships. You will find below some brief introductory information about Fulbright awards. For detailed information please visit the Fulbright US Student Program website at: http://us.fulbrightonline.org/home.html

The National Scholarships Office at the University of Maryland is hosting information several workshops on Fulbright study/research and teaching opportunities – please RSVP using the links below if you plan to attend (and let us know if are interested but unable to attend by writing to fulbright@umd.edu).

FULBRIGHT GRANT INFO SESSIONS (Link to online schedule here)

Please specify which day/time you plan to attend in your response:

• Monday, February 24 at 12 noon – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.edu
• Monday, February 24 at 4 pm – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.edu
• Wednesday, February 26 at 12 noon – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.edu
• Wednesday, February 26 at 4 pm – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.edu
• Thursday, February 27 at 12 noon – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.edu
• Friday, February 28 at 12 noon – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.edu

Who Can Apply: US Citizens – Current Juniors and Seniors, Recent Grads – All Majors – GPA of 3.0 or higher recommended – Campus Deadline: September 1, 2020

Award Amounts: In general, Fulbright grants for study and teaching cover the following costs: Round-trip transportation to the host country; Maintenance for the academic year, based on living costs in the host country; Medical Insurance; and orientation programs, in some cases. Fulbright study grants may also provide: Book and research allowances; Full or partial tuition, in most cases.

Duration: Approximately one academic year; length and timing of awards varies by individual country and/or region.

UMD Campus Deadline: September 1, 2020 – contact us at fulbright@umd.edu for details.

Maryland Agricultural Education Foundation Scholarship

The Maryland Agricultural Education Foundation is a 501c3 non-governmental nonprofit established in 1989. Through teacher workshops, scholarships, grants, Mobile Labs and Showcases, the Maryland FFA and advocacy, the Foundation pursues its mission to promote the understanding and appreciation of the importance of agriculture in everyone’s lives. The Foundation is funded through grants, service fees, generous donations from organizations, businesses and individuals and revenues from the Ag Tag license plate.

The Maryland Agricultural Education Foundation (MAEF) is now accepting applications for its 2020 Academic Scholarships. MAEF Academic Scholarships are open to rising junior or senior undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in majors leading to careers in agricultural education or Extension education. Qualified candidates should complete and postmark their application by April 1, 2020.

Application information and the full announcement are posted on MAEF’s website at http://maefonline.com/home/student-center/scholarships/. Award announcements will be made by April 30, 2020.  

United Fresh Produce Association Food Safety Team Summer Internship

Want to get out of the lab and explore an exciting food safety career pathway in our nation’s capital? Are you interested in a career at the crossroads between industry, government, and academia? Consider applying for a summer internship at the United Fresh Produce Association, the national trade association for the fresh produce industry, located three blocks from the White House. 

Get a glimpse into how federal food safety policy is developed, how foodborne illness outbreaks are handled, and how science and education promote the implementation of risk-based preventive approaches by the industry. Learn the unique role of a trade association and understand the varying backgrounds and skill sets that influence food safety priorities and practices. Spend up to 8 weeks with our food safety team, with a flexible starting date. The internship will be project-based, based on the association’s need with some flexibility given dependent on the intern’s experience and interests. 

The ideal candidate is a blend of the following:

• Undergraduate or graduate student in Food Science or a related field (Public Health, Agriculture, Food Law) with an interest in food safety
• Clear communicator
• Inquisitive problem solver and a passion for learning
• Creative and fact-driven
• Committed to excellence
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team 

For more information on the United Fresh Food Safety team and our priorities, visit their website: https://www.unitedfresh.org/food-safety/leading-industry-food-safety/ To apply, respond to Dr. Jennifer McEntire (jmcentire@unitedfresh.org) with your resume and cover letter. Please apply by 2/28 so your application is reviewed as a priority. 

The Jim Claxton Scholarship Fund

The Jim Claxton Scholarship Fund was initiated during the Spring of 2011 in order to honor Jim and his contributions to the Mid-Atlantic area turfgrass industry and financially support students while pursuing a college degree. Jim worked as a salesman for Newsom Seed from the early 1990’s until soon before his passing on March 20, 2013. He made great contributions to turfgrass related businesses during this period, especially businesses involved in turf production.

The Jim Claxton Scholarship Fund allows for a single, annual $500.00 reward to be issued to a winning applicant prior to the fall college semester. In addition to a possible interview with one or more Maryland Turfgrass Association Board Members, the following criteria will be considered by the MTA board while deciding who will be awarded this scholarship:

• The applicant should be a current high school senior or be enrolled full time in a two year Associate Degree or four year Bachelor Degree college or university program. Proof of college or university enrollment in an Associate Degree or Bachelor Degree program may be requested by the MTA board.
• The applicant should reside in the Mid-Atlantic area or be enrolled in a college or university located in the Mid-Atlantic area.
• The applicant should have earned a high school or current college level GPA of at least 2.5. A transcript should be submitted along with the application.
• Preference may be given to students enrolled in a turfgrass related field.
• Preference may be given to students with experience in turf production and/or turf maintenance.
• An essay of one page or less, using 12 pitch x New Roman or equivalent with a one inch margin. The essay should include how you intend to utilize your Associate or Bachelor degree.
• A current high school and/or college level transcript and up to three letters of recommendation can be submitted with the completed application.

The application form can be accessed by clicking here. Completed applications, along with any essays, letters of recommendation, transcripts, etc. should be postmarked and mailed by 05/31/2020 to:
The Maryland Turfgrass Association
P.O. Box 389
St. Michaels, MD 21663
Attention: The Jim Claxton Scholarship Fund
And/or email to: Vernon@AllStatesTurf.com and/or Harry.kenney@nutrien.com

Holstein Association USA Position Openings

Holstein Association USA has two exciting position openings right now!

They are seeking at Marketing Communications Manager to lead their communications department. The Marketing Communications Manager is responsible for writing and editing the Association’s quarterly magazine, The Pulse, managing our social media platform, writing all press releases, videography and video editing, trade show efforts, and assisting with some internal communications. Additionally, the Marketing Communications Manager administers and executes the Association's advertising and public relations programs.

They are also seeking a Regional Sales Representative to cover Eastern New York (part-time position).

Check out the complete descriptions and how to apply at http://www.holsteinusa.com/association/employment.html.

AREC361: Study Abroad in Liberia

AREC 361 is a 3-credit short-term study abroad course to Liberia starting this summer. Students have the unique opportunity to gain hands-on, technical experience implementing agricultural extension activities for a local farming community in Ganta, Liberia, in partnership with the Liberia International Christian College. 

Tentative dates are May 26-June 5, 2020. Because this trip is through Education Abroad, students are eligible for financial assistance and select scholarship opportunities. Students can apply for the program through the website link: https://globalmaryland.umd.edu/offices/education-abroad/program/11762. Applications are due March 1.

Sigma Alpha Bracelet Sale Fundraiser

MANRRS Popcorn Sale Fundraiser

MANRRS will be selling flavored popcorn up until March 17th. Popcorn bags will be sold for $3 with a variety of flavors such as Vanilla, Caramel, Kettle Corn, Dark Chocolate, Salsa n’ Cheddar, White Cheddar, Yellow Cheese, and the new vegan flavor called Say Simple (coconut oil + sea salt). **IMPORTANT** They will NOT be selling Sweet Singles or Premium popcorn. Presale forms can be picked up from the main desk in Symons Hall 0108. Preferred payment methods are Venmo/Cash App @umcpmanrrs, and cash. Checks can be made payable to “UMD Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Related Sciences.” If you have any questions, feel free to contact Sagar at sagardes26@gmail.com

AGNR Discovery & Innovation Night

On March 26th, we will be hosting the first-ever AGNR Discovery and Innovation Night.  This Night will be the signature event to showcase the AGNR experience and highlight the opportunities you and your classmates have taken advantage of as students. Comprised of the Experiential Learning Showcase and the Ag Enterprise Pitch Finals- the UMD community, alumni, and employers from around the region will be able to see the best of AGNR, featuring YOU. 

Registration is open NOW to participate in the Experiential Learning Showcase. We sincerely hope you will sign up. This is an extraordinary opportunity for you to show what you’ve learned and make valuable connections that will last with you beyond graduation. 

We'll provide assistance and templates to help you come up with a great showcase, we just need for you to register!

The deadline to register has been EXTENDED to Sunday, March 1, 2020.

The Farm at Our House Jobs and Internships

Job Titles: 1-2 Farm Hands and 2-3 Summer Interns
Start Date: February 15th, 2020/ May 20, 2020

The Farm at Our House is a certified organic mixed vegetable farm committed to sustainable farming practices located on land owned by Our House Inc., a residential rehabilitation program for young men in the juvenile justice or foster care system. We farm on 7 acres including 3 high tunnels and 1 greenhouse and manage 10 additional acres. You can find us at the Silver Spring farmers market, our two CSA pick up locations and our produce is sold at local grocery stores and restaurants.

Responsibilities:

• Fieldwork: Implement daily priorities and policies as determined by farm owner and farm manager. Lead and perform field work, including planting, cultivation, irrigation, harvesting, post-harvest handling of crops; assist with mushroom production, equipment maintenance, repair and requisition, greenhouse and high tunnel maintenance and supervision and property landscaping; Identify crop selection including crops specific to Southeast Asia. 
• Marketing and Business Development: Possibly represent farm at weekly farmers markets or CSA pickup site; ensure delivery of produce to wholesale customers; manage produce allocation among market, wholesale and CSA; additional administrative tasks as needed.
• Administrative: Ensure work is documented; sales are recorded and organic certification documentation requirements are met.  

Requirements:

Enthusiasm and Curiosity for Farming (Summer Interns and Farm Hands); Bachelor's or Associate’s degree in any field preferred (Farm Hand); Driver’s License (Farm Hand)

Ability to do physical labor for long periods of time including activities that involve bending down for extended periods of time. (Both); Six months of experience farming or horticultural experience with the application of sustainable agriculture principles and organic farming preferred (Farm Hand Only); Experience working with at-risk-youth preferred (Farm Hand Only)

Perks of the job:

Opportunity for promotion during the growing season exists. Ability to attend CRAFT and CASA workshops. Access to agricultural newsletters and books. Tractor skills training. Position comes with weekly stipend based on candidate’s level of experience. Year round work possible.

How to apply?

Resumes should be sent via post to Marc at thefarmatourhouse@gmail.com or call him at 202-412-5698

Positions Available with Chesapeake Conservancy

Chesapeake Conservancy is a non-profit organization based in Annapolis, Maryland. It is a team of conservation entrepreneurs. They believe that the Chesapeake is a national treasure that should be accessible for everyone and a place where wildlife can thrive. They use technology to enhance the pace and quality of conservation, and they help build parks, trails and public access sites.

The Chesapeake Conservancy serves as a catalyst for change, advancing strong public and private partnerships, developing and using new technology, and driving innovation throughout their work. They empower the conservation community with access to the latest data and technology. They work in close partnership with the National Park Service, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Chesapeake Bay Program, the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, as well as other federal, state and local agencies, private foundations, and corporations to advance conservation.

They are currently hiring for the two positions listed below. By clicking the position title, you can view more information about it:

• Bilingual (Spanish) Interpretive Outreach Assistant
• will help to connect with the 80% spanish-speaking visitors at Sandy Point State Park
• Interpretive Outreach Assistant
• will be based out of Annapolis and have the opportunity to travel across the Chesapeake Bay area to community outreach events

Sign Up for the Ag Day Livestock Show

Spring semester has already started which means Ag Day aka Maryland Day will soon be upon us! For those who do not know, Block and Bridle hosts an Ag Day Livestock Show every spring on Maryland Day where students from any Major/skill level are allowed to participate in, learn good showmanship skills for their desired species, and compete in front of real livestock show judges. Students can choose to show lambs, swine, dairy, and/or beef heifers. Each species will have a few coaches that will educate students on how to properly handle and show that specific animal along with what kind of questions the judges may ask. 

For those who have participated in Ag Day before, we hope you had an amazing time last year and wish to invite you to participate once again! If you have coached in the past or are interested in coaching this year, there is an Ag Day Coaching Application linked here. Coaching is a great opportunity to improve your leadership skills and is highly recommended. This year we will be having students join an ELMS Course to satisfy their mandatory orientation session where they will be briefed of all the rules and regulations regarding animal handling and will have access to the required forms. In order to do so, students must fill in the Ag Day 2020 Sign Up form linked here. The form must be done by February 23rd and the total fees must be paid by then (unless there is an issue and the Ag Day Coordinator has been informed). 

The following are the mandatory show fees:

• BEEF- $25 (Can only show if a person has previous handling experience) 
• DAIRY- $25 
• LAMBS- $20 
• SWINE- $15 

*Note that the prices are different based on the time commitment each species requires thus you can assume Beef requires the most time (4-5 hrs) and swine requires the least time (2hrs) per week. In the instance that you choose to show more than one species, you are required to pay fees for all species.

You can Venmo your fees to @UMD-BlockandBridle or email me to pay in cash or if you have any issues with payment. If you have any questions, please email the Ag Day Coordinator umdblockandbridleagday@gmail.com

Anita C. Leight Estuary Center Environmental Research Internship

The Otter Point Creek Alliance and the Chesapeake Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve in Maryland (CBNERR-MD) co-sponsor a summer research internship. Internships are open to qualified undergraduate students to conduct a summer research project within the Otter Point Creek Component of CBNER-MD. The Maryland reserve is one of 29 Reserves throughout the country that serve as field laboratories for the betterment of coastal zone management through research, education, and stewardship. 

Otter Point Creek is an ideal site for a broad range of research topics with a diversity of habitats. Students can work with the Park Manager to develop their own research project from the topics listed below:

• Submerged Aquatic Vegetation (SAV) mapping or species cataloging/abundance.
• State-rare wetland plant identification, surveys and study
• Wild Rice and Phragmites mapping, an update to legacy surveys
• Micro-plastics survey in tidal wetland and estuarine habitats
• Pre and post storm water quality monitoring with a focus on turbidity/water clarity

Anita C. Leight Research Interns will receive research support and mentoring from trained personnel. They receive a stipend as well as access to research equipment and supplies.

Applications are due March 15, 2020. For more information and to apply, click here.

For further information about the topic areas to develop a research proposal, you are encouraged to contact CBNERR-MD Research Staff:

Kyle Derby, kyle.derby@maryland.gov or Becky Swerida, rebecca.swerida@maryland.gov

For more detailed information about the projects, please contact Kriste Garman, Park Manager, at 410-612-1688 or via email at ksgarman@harfordcountymd.gov.

UMD Global/Federal Fellows Undergrad Internship Program

Do you want to gain professional experience, try out working for the federal government, non-profits, consulting firms, and other organizations of your choice? Our one-year certificate program combines a fall 2020 seminar and a spring 2021 internship, both for college credit, and offers a unique active-learning opportunity to integrate your academics with real world experience and explore future goals. Join a passionate, multi-disciplinary, and engaged student cohort and become part of a +1000 alumni network for life!

***Information Sessions for prospective students will occur every Friday this spring semester from 2:00PM to 3:00PM in 2407 Marie Mount Hall.***

Program Perks Include:

• Your Choice of Nine Fall Seminar Courses (all taught by expert practitioners with courses offered once a week, mostly in the evenings; fall seminars are also cross-listed with Honors)
• Water Security and Global Health Challenges
• Energy and Environmental Policy
• Responses to Global Challenges
• Public Health Policy
• Science Diplomacy
• Political Engagement and Advocacy
• US Diplomacy
• Homeland Security and National Security Policy
• Critical Regions and International Relations
• Spring Internship 3-9 credits available through our program (including Scholarship in Practice credit) or through your own major.
• Program Partnerships at a myriad of sites, such as: U.S. Department of Agriculture, World Resources Institute, Climate Action Campaign, Chemonics International, National Institutes of Health, Chesapeake Bay Foundation, Environmental Protection Agency, etc.
• Year round activities include visits to DC organizations, professional development workshops, one-on-one coaching, resume and cover letter review, interview preparation, good cheer, etc.
• Earn transcript notation as a Federal or Global Fellow

Application Link: Online Application

First Priority Deadline: February 28, 2020

For more information, visit our Fellows websites: http://federalfellows.umd.edu/ and http://globalfellowsdc.umd.edu/

Good Dog Farm Full and Part-Time Positions Available

Position Description

2020 will be Good Dog Farm's first season with a full-time farm crew, which is an exciting opportunity for anyone looking for first hand experience in scaling up a farm operation. Because we are a small, relatively new business, we need a team of folks who show up ready to move quickly and efficiently to get the job done and who also enjoy working on a fun, inclusive team. We are hiring three to four individuals with full- and part-time positions available. At least one year’s experience is preferred but not required for the right candidate. You will be working directly with us, so even though we don’t offer internships at this time, we’re happy to answer any and all questions while we work together! Primary weekly responsibilities will be harvesting, washing and packing for our CSA program and farmer’s market. Other tasks will include seeding, transplanting, hoeing, trellising, and hand weeding.

Our workdays will typically be weekdays 8:00 am - 4:00 pm with a 30 minute lunch break. Hours can be flexible for candidates interested in working at our Saturday farmers market. Pay is highly competitive and based on experience. We will meet after 60 days of working together to discuss how the season is going and the possibility of a raise. You can also bring home lots of delicious organic

vegetables!

Job Requirements:

• A desire and willingness to work outside (in the rain and the heat & cold too!)
• Reliable transportation to and from the farm
• Ability to lift 50 lbs repeatedly and easily, and work physically all day
• Ability to work well in teams
• A general can-do attitude and willingness to learn
• Generally feel comfortable around dogs

About Good Dog Farm 

Good Dog Farm is a USDA certified organic vegetable farm in Parkton, Maryland (about 40 minutes north of Baltimore.) We are Bryan Alexander and Joanna Winkler - founders and co-owners of Good Dog Farm, and we are also married to each other. We founded the farm in June of 2016 after many years of farm management experience. We supply our customers in the Baltimore region with delicious, nutritious, certified organic food of the highest quality. We will be growing on about 10 acres on multiple sites in 2020 where we use sustainable growing practices to protect our soil and waterways. Our farm provides a diversity of crops for our Community Supported Agriculture program and one farmer’s market, plus unique varieties of storage crops like potatoes, winter squash and sweet potatoes for wholesale customers. Our name comes from our shared love of our two dogs who remind us to live simply and have fun every day.

How to Apply

Please send your resume, a brief cover letter and three references to gooddogfarmers@gmail.com. Deadline for applications is Sunday, March 15th; however, applications will be reviewed and positions filled on a rolling basis.