NASDA Fall 2020 International Trade Programs Internship

NASDA Fall 2020 International Trade Programs Internship

The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA), headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, is seeking highly motivated students who are interested in learning more about marketing and promotional activities in international export markets for U.S. agricultural products and commodities. 

Who is NASDA? 

NASDA is a nonpartisan, nonprofit association which represents the elected and appointed commissioners, secretaries, and directors of the departments of agriculture in all fifty states and four U.S. territories. Our Mission NASDA grows and enhances agriculture by forging partnerships and creating consensus to achieve sound policy outcomes between state departments of agriculture, the federal government, and stakeholders. 

About the Internship 

This internship is based in Arlington, VA. Schedule is flexible and will be determined pending the intern’s availability. All NASDA interns receive monthly stipends. Internship Responsibilities Include: 

• Manage data collection of NASDA’s trade show exhibitors, including inquiries, participation, and evaluations. 
• Promote NASDA trade show activity with written and graphic content via NASDA’s social media channels and weekly newsletters. 
• Assist in preparing materials for foreign buyers and U.S. exporters who participate in NASDA’s trade shows. 
• Work with NASDA consultants contacting trade show exhibitors to register them for one-on-one export consulting sessions at the Miami trade shows. 
• Conduct market research to identify food and ag industry trends in international export markets. 
• Assist with identifying and writing success stories about small and medium size food and ag exporters. 
• Travel to major national food trade shows and organize meetings between exhibitors and an export consultant. 

Qualifications 

• Possess excellent written and oral communication skills, and the ability to prioritize work • Interest in international business and agriculture is a plus 
• Fall intern is required to travel to a major national food trade show in Miami, FL, September 23-24, 2019 
•  Ability to be very detailed oriented and provide excellent customer service to a wide range of companies and producers 

How to Apply 

Submit a cover letter, resume, and 2-3 letters of reference to Blake Ramsey at blake.ramsey@nasda.org by May 31, 2020. Please reference “NASDA International Trade Programs Internship” in the subject line. To learn more, visit https://www.nasda.org/about/careers

Washington National Cathedral Horticulture Internship

BioEnergy DevCo -- Marketing/Social Media Intern

About BioEnergy DevCo:

Bioenergy DevCo (BDC) is a world leader in the finance, design, construction, engineering, and operation of anaerobic digestion facilities to recycle organic waste into two products very important to our future - renewable energy and organic soil conditioners. We develop facilities that offer true sustainable alternatives in energy, agriculture, and waste management.

Intern would support the company's marketing manager in creating a monthly social media calendar (writing copy and creating graphics) and writing blog entries and other content marketing efforts. The position would also involve monitoring social media performance, creating marketing emails and general market research projects.

This internship is offered as part of Maryland Technology Internship Programs in order to be considered applicants must meet one of the following requirements:

• Current college student, with a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or above, who is attending a Maryland higher education institution.
• Current college student, with a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or above, who is Maryland high school graduate attending a higher education institution outside of Maryland.
• Graduate (within 12 months) of a Maryland higher education institution.
• Maryland resident, with a 2 or 4-year degree, who has been honorably discharged from the U.S. Armed Forces, The National Guard or a Reserve component of the Armed Forces within the last 18 months

To apply, visit https://jobs.lever.co/bioenergydevco/7362c534-221c-409c-aaac-96e172fd898e. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, but please apply by April 30, 2020. 

Bio Energy Dev - Data Collection/Analysis Intern

About BioEnergy DevCo:

Bioenergy DevCo (BDC) is a world leader in the finance, design, construction, engineering, and operation of anaerobic digestion facilities to recycle organic waste into two products very important to our future - renewable energy and organic soil conditioners. We develop facilities that offer true sustainable alternatives in energy, agriculture, and waste management.

The Intern would assist in data entry for mapping and assessment of potential sites. Additional research tasks would include policy research related to sustainable waste management and clean energy production. This internship is offered as part of Maryland Technology Internship Programs.

Skills:

• Proficiency in Excel.
• GIS/Google Earth.
• Strong Writing Skills.

In order to be considered, you must meet one of the following requirements:
Current college student, with a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or above, who is attending a Maryland higher education institution.

• Current college student, with a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or above, who is Maryland high school graduate attending a higher education institution outside of Maryland.
• Graduate (within 12 months) of a Maryland higher education institution.
• Maryland resident, with a 2 or 4-year degree, who has been honorably discharged from the U.S. Armed Forces, The National Guard or a Reserve component of the Armed Forces within the last 18 months

To apply: visit https://jobs.lever.co/bioenergydevco/39af7342-5563-4a61-a96b-c5a176fe4392

UMD Extension - Ag Tech Lead Position

UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND

COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL RESOURCES

AGRICULTURAL EXPERIMENT STATION

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Title: Agricultural Technician Lead
Functional Title: Ag Tech Lead
Position Number: 103065
Category Status: Nonexempt, Regular, Full-time
Unit: AGNR-AES-CMREC-WMREC
Location: Western Maryland Research & Education Center, University of Maryland, Keedysville, MD 21756

Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
Responsible for assisting Agricultural Technician Supervisors in the day-to-day operations and for maintenance of farm and specialized agricultural research equipment. Work with managers to coordinate activities for researchers and others performing research and extension activities at the facility. Carry out field work – tilling, planting, fertilizing, spraying, harvesting – for traditional and non-traditional agronomic and horticultural crops and research plots.

Qualifications:
Required–
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Three years’ experience with agricultural research.
• Valid Maryland Noncommercial Class C or equivalent driver’s license.

Preferred–
• Additional related agricultural experience and formal education that has provided knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.
• General knowledge and understanding of basic agricultural procedures, conservation practices, entomological problems, research protocols and basic field plot design.
• Knowledge of nutrient management regulations
• Ability to handle small and large scale farm equipment; must possess some degree of mechanical and carpentry skills; must possess skills to calculate and calibrate sprayers, fertilizer spreaders, planters and harvesting equipment; and the skills to operate agricultural equipment and computerized yield measurement equipment and GPS.
• Must have knowledge of EPA regulations for biotech crops and the ability to interpret & follow requirements/restrictions on research plots.
• Ability to provide guidance and training to agricultural technicians and workers; to use computers; must have good communication skills, both written and oral, and be able to interact with staff, researchers, vendors, general public, and others.

Additional Certifications:
• Maryland Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required or can be attained within one (1) year of employment.
• Maryland Public Agency Applicator's Certification required or can be attained within two (2) years of employment.

Additional Information: Heavy lifting. Harsh weather and environmental condition – extreme heat, cold, dust, etc.

Salary and Benefits: Salary will commensurate with experience, with base salary of $39,732.00 per year.

Applications: Electronic applications is required and must be submitted through eTerp at https://ejobs.umd.edu position #103065. For more specific information please contact Doug Price at 301-432-2767, ext. 345.

Closing Date: Applications will be accepted through April 3, 2020.

The University of Maryland, College Park, actively subscribes to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry or national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation, or gender identity and expression. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.

Virtual/Video Interviewing Workshop (Webex)

Virtual/Video Interviewing Workshop
Tuesday, March 31, 4.30-5.30pm
Online (Webex) 

RSVP through Careers4Terps https://careers.umd.edu/event/professional-preparation-workshop-series-virtual-interview-workshop

Join us for a Virtual Interviewing Workshop to learn how to prepare and ace these types of interviews! Virtual Interviewing methods are used by Bank of America, Goldman Sachs, GEICO and others, so check out this webinar for background on these virtual recruiting methods!

This workshop will offer tips and best practices for virtual and video recruiting methods, including real-time interviews (e.g. via Skype) and interviews where candidates record their answers to computer-generated questions. There will then be an opportunity for presenters to answer questions about what sets candidates apart in the process.

This session is online only, so please go to https://umd.webex.com/meet/jraiken to join

Paradise for Pets Position Opening

Paradise for Pets is a doggy daycare and pet boarding facility located at 12561 Old Gunpowder Road Spur, Beltsville, MD. They are currently looking to hire seasonal staff at their facility as the demand for their services increases during summer. Starting wage is $11.50-$12.50 per hour.

Essential duties of the job include: assist senior staff with doggy daycare and boarding, cleaning kennel runs and the office area, feeding dogs, bathing dogs, as well as customer service. If you don’t mind some doggy kisses, picking up lots of poop, and the outdoors, please send your resume to paradise4pets@gmail.com. 

Assistant Woody Grower Position at Saunders Brothers

Saunders Brothers is a wholesale nursery and orchard operation in central Virginia. They are looking for an Assistant Woody Grower. Under the direction of the Woody Grower, the Assistant Woody Grower is responsible for ensuring that optimal growth, quality, and health of plants is maintained. For more information on requirements, qualifications, and benefits, click here. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Click here to fill out the application. Questions may be directed to mjohnson@saundersbrothers.com

Saunders Brothers Summer Intenship

Saunders Brothers is a wholesale nursery and orchard operation in central Virginia. They are offering a paid 10-12-week internship program for a college student or a recent graduate. The program is designed for a qualified Horticulture, Plant Pathology, Crop and Soil Science, or other related agriculture degree. The timing of the program will be based on the intern that is selected and available projects. For more information and to apply, click here. Summer applications are due March 15th.

Pro Grass Job Opening

FoodCorps New Jersey Program

Applications to serve with FoodCorps New Jersey for Program Year 2021 are now open! FoodCorps serves to connect kids to healthy food in school. To learn more about FoodCorps New Jersey, click here: https://foodcorps.org/apply/where-youll-serve/new-jersey/. Applications are due March 13th- click here to apply!

Climate Advocacy: Fellowships, Internships, Conferences, and Lobbying

Citizens’ Climate Lobby is a national nonprofit organization that builds political will for climate solutions. Below are some upcoming opportunities for students and educators to take meaningful action on climate change: 

Environmental Advocacy Symposium 

The 2020 Environmental Advocacy Symposium will highlight research, teaching, and practice of environmental advocacy. The symposium will be held at Pace University in New York, June 10, 2020.

The Association of Environmental Science Studies Conference will follow the Environmental Advocacy Symposium from June 11-13 at Pace University. The theme this year is "research in action." Registration is now open.

Citizens’ Climate International Conference and Lobby Day 

More than 1500 volunteers will gather in Washington DC for the Citizens’ Climate International Conference and Lobby Day in June 2020. The conference includes two days of keynote speakers, breakout sessions, and workshops on climate. Then on Tuesday, we meet with all congressional offices to build support for the Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act. Save the date June 7-9. 

Fellowships and Internships

We are accepting applications for Spring and Summer 2020 interns. Interns work behind the scenes with our staff for our conferences, outreach, engagement, and advocacy. See citizensclimatehighered.org/chapter-interns for descriptions and how to apply. In addition internships with the national organization, students can also intern with local chapters. Please reach out to your local chapter leader to find out if they would like to host an internship. 

Apply to be a Campus Leader

CCL's Campus Leaders Program empowers students to become climate leaders in their community! Students can earn 1 credit or certificate to participate in a 15 week training program in climate advocacy and campus organizing. Students in the accelerated track of the program work on a campaign or start a group on their campus. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Please visit our Campus Leaders Page to learn more. 

Instructional Content 

We offer instructional content and experiential learning support on climate change, carbon pricing, and civic engagement. Educators can use our webinars, films, presentations, and readings in their courses. You can also request a CCL speaker to present to your class or campus. We are a part of the Bard Climate Speakers Network composed of expert national speakers on climate and energy in every state in the country. Speakers can be requested through the website at no charge. 

Earth Week Collaborations 

We can collaborate with you on Earth Week events, such as film showings, speakers, and tabling. We can support you in organizing an event to talk to your legislators about climate change. Our students have organized climate forums, lobby days, and direct actions. We can conduct skills workshops in topics like lobbying, social media advocacy, or writing letters to the editor. 

Endorsements 
CCL is currently working with our partner organizations to gain university presidents endorsements for the Higher Education Carbon Pricing Endorsement Initiative. Over fifty college and university presidents have signed onto the letter, and the initiative has been featured in Huffington Post, Inside Higher Ed, Wired Magazine, and the Emmy Award-winning documentary series Years of Living Dangerously. 

Federal and Global Fellows Programs Alumni Careers Information Session: CANCELLED

The Federal and Global Fellows Programs will be hosting a panel of amazing program alumni who are currently working at: World Bank, Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction, Medicaid and CHIP Payment and Access Commission, Dept. of Homeland Security (DHS), and the National Defense University. They will share their career paths, internships, scholarships, life experiences, and best tips for ongoing success--no matter what your passions.  Ask any questions you like--they are all honest brokers who wish to help you!  

Monday, 9th March 2020
6:30pm-7:45pm

Federal and Global Fellows Office, 2407 Marie Mount Hall (2nd Floor)
RSVP here (for headcount - pizza will be served!)

Panelists include:

• Erin Hylton (Federal Fellows 2011): Program Analyst, Water Global Practice, World Bank
• B.S. Civil and Environmental Engineering (UMD), M.S. Hydrology and Sustainable Development (Imperial College, London), M.S. Water Science, Policy and Management (Oxford); Boren Scholarship (Brazil), Udall (Denmark); Internship: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
• Laura Garvie (Global Fellows 2015): Program Specialist, National Defense University (NDU)
• B.S. Geographical Science (UMD), M.S. International Security (Sciences Po, Paris); Boren Scholarship (Indonesia); Internships: U.S. Department of State, Foreign Service Institute (FSI), US Mission to UNESCO (Paris)
• Adwoa Boateng (Global Fellows 2016): Program Analyst, Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction (SIGAR)
• B.S. Economics and B.A. Government and Politics; Public Policy & International Affairs (PPIA at Princeton); Internship: U.S. Department of State, Bureau of African Affairs
• Sofia Alsamadi (Global Fellows 2016): Regional Affairs Specialist (Middle East, Africa, and South Asia Team), Office of International Affairs, U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
• B.A. Government and Politics; Boren Scholarship (Jordan); Internships: U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs, Political-Military Affairs of Iraq, U.S. Department of Homeland Security
• Jerry Mi (Federal Fellows 2018): Research Assistant, Medicaid and CHIP Payment and Access Commission (MACPAC)
• B.S. Biological Sciences (Microbiology); Internships: National Institutes of Health (NIH), Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Committee on Energy and Commerce, the Health Resources and Services Administration's (HRSA) Office of Research and Evaluation  

Farm Hand Opening at Nice Creamery

Nice Creamery is an on-farm creamery operation located on a 200 acre pastured dairy farm in central Maryland. They produce milks, yogurts, ice creams, and butter made from their pastured dairy cows’ milk. They focus on being genuine, sustainable, and providing the freshest dairy products one can find!

The creamery is currently looking for a farm hand. Bob Miller hopes to find someone who wants to learn dairy farming but has some experience with cows. Housing can be provided. For more information, contact https://www.nicefarmsmd.com/contact-us.

International Plant Propagators' Society Free Student Membership

What is IPPS?

The International Plant Propagators' Society (IPPS) is an international association of plant production professionals. The Society provides a forum for sharing plant production knowledge with the aim to improve the professionalism, knowledge and skills of its members.

Why should I join?

Anyone interested in plant propagation, production or the nursery industry will benefit from connecting with IPPS.  Members have access to Combined Proceedings of our worldwide annual conferences - unlimited free downloads of papers and propagation information from our past conferences - that's 67 years of plant production information! Members also receive discounted registration at IPPS events and a monthly electronic newsletter with regional events and articles of interest. 

Annual Conference

The annual conference is a fantastic opportunity to network and build invaluable relationships with the best in the plant production business from across the country. The four day conference consists of behind-the-scenes-tours to local nurseries and botanic gardens as well as an educational session of thought provoking talks by industry experts and business professionals. A poster session, plant auctions and time to socialize round out the event.  This year’s conference is September 23 – 26, 2020 in Hamilton, Ontario.  Stay tuned for information on student conference scholarships!

Student membership is free - click HERE to join.

Questions?

Contact Eastern Region Membership Committee Chair, Shelby French: sfrench@mtcubacenter.org

The mission of the IPPS Eastern Region is to provide a forum for education and
information exchange among plant professionals. 

Participate in a Food Choice Study and Earn a Free Meal!

Patricia Powell is a PhD candidate with The University of Queensland, School of Public Health in Australia, and she is currently working with the University of Maryland to research decision-making and food choice in young adults in the United States of America.

The research team is recruiting approximately twenty students aged 18-24 years to participate in focus groups discussing lunch in the South Campus dining hall. The purpose is to discuss the foods students choose to eat at the dining hall and particularly, what students find appealing about choosing those foods. The focus group will take approximately 75-minutes. Each participant is welcome to dine in the dining hall after the focus group, at no charge. Interested students must email patricia.powell@uqconnect.edu.au with their intent to attend so that they can ensure they have the right number of participants for each session (sessions without confirmed participants will be rescheduled). They are offering sessions on the following dates: 

• Monday 9 March 4.45pm-6pm 
• Tuesday 10 March 4.45pm-6pm 
• Thursday 12 March 4.45pm-6pm 
• Monday 16 March 4.45pm-6pm 
• Tuesday 17 March 4.45pm-6pm 

Sessions will be held at South Campus Dining Hall (back room in the rotunda). 

This study adheres to the Guidelines of the ethical review process of The University of Queensland and the National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Human Research and was accepted as low or negligible risk by the University of Queensland’s Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC).

Penn State Viticulture/Food Science Summer Internship

Health Center Preventative Tips

March Career Events with USDA APHIS

USAJobs/Writing Federal Resumes 

March 10, 4-5 p.m. in the Career Center

• (APHIS is not hosting this event, but it’s a nice complement to the workshop being hosted on 3/24). 
• https://careers.umd.edu/event/usajobs-and-federal-resume-workshop

Resume Writing Workshop 

March 24, 4:30-6 p.m. in the Career Center

• bring your resume and receive feedback from a hiring manager 
• co-sponsored by APHIS and MANNRS
• https://careers.umd.edu/event/writing-federal-resumes

Career Fair

March 27, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the USDA-APHIS building, 4700 River Road, Riverdale MD

• https://careers.umd.edu/event/usda-animal-and-plant-health-inspection-service-aphis-career-fair

United States Golf Association Internships

The USGA celebrates, serves and advances the game of golf worldwide. Founded in 1894, we conduct golf’s premier professional and amateur championships, including the U.S. Open and U.S. Women’s Open. With The R&A, we govern the sport via a global set of playing, equipment and amateur status rules. Our operating jurisdiction for these governance functions includes the United States, its territories and Mexico. The USGA Handicap System is utilized in more than 40 countries and our Course Rating System covers 95 percent of the world’s golf courses, enabling all golfers to play on an equitable basis. The USGA campus in Liberty Corner, New Jersey, is home to the Association’s Research and Test Center, where science and innovation are fueling a healthy and sustainable game for the future. The campus is also home to the USGA Golf Museum, where we honor the game by curating the world’s most comprehensive archive of golf artifacts. To learn more, visit usga.org.

The USGA has two paid internships that were recently posted:

• 2020 IMPACT USGA Green Section Education and Marketing Internship
• Championship Agronomy Support

They also have many other internships and jobs available that can be viewed by clicking here. 

MANO Project US Forest Service Internship

Hispanic Access Foundation’s MANO Project is offering enriching internship experiences nationwide with the US Forest Service for Latinx college students and upcoming professionals who are passionate about public land conservation and natural resources. There’s a vast array of positions available, ranging from Public Affairs Specialist, Web Assistant Fellow, Forestry Technician, Engineering Technician, and many others.

Applications can be submitted through their website: My Access to a Network of Opportunities (MANO) Project. The deadline for the Forest Service positions is Sunday, March 22 at 11:59 pm.

Friends of the Earth Pollinators and Pesticides Internship

Friends of The Earth is seeking to hire a talented and dedicated intern to help support Friends of the Earth’s BeeAction campaign. The position will support the BeeAction policy and markets campaigns and initiatives that focus on education, organizing and building power to eliminate the use of people and pollinator-toxic pesticides, protect pollinators and advance a sustainable and just food system.

The intern will become an integral member of the dynamic Food and Agriculture Team and gain valuable skills in research, campaign development, corporate and non-profit engagement, education and organizing. This position will introduce the intern to a wide range of colleagues in environmental, social and food justice and legislative arenas. The intern will have the opportunity to learn about interactions between non-profits, corporate entities and government offices.

This is a paid, full-time internship. Intern must be able to work 37.5 hours per week at a rate of $15/hour, and the intern must be able to commit at least 3 months. For information on qualifications, responsibilities, how to apply and more, click here. 

Technica: All-Female Hackathon Organizers

Are you interested in bridging the gender gap in technology? Do you have a passion for promoting diversity and equality? Do you enjoy organizing? If any of these apply to you, then consider organizing Technica, the world's largest all-female and non binary hackathon. 

Technica is looking for students of all backgrounds to join our organizing team. We have roles in Marketing, Finance, Event Operations, Tech, and more! If you are interested in learning more about how to get involved and the role you could play, please join us for our Organizer Interest Meeting on March 10 at 6-7PM in IRB 0324. Hope to see you there!

Technica will be taking place in November 2020, and they need organizers to prepare all year for the event. The application is now open at ter.ps/techorg2020 until March 26th.

Website: gotechnica.org

Virtual Hiring Fair March 4th-5th

The DC Department of Human Resources will host a virtual hiring fair, which will take place between 11:00 am and 8:00 pm, on Wednesday, March 4 through Thursday, March 5. Jobseekers have access to step by step instructions on how to register to the event. Registration is open now and will remain open until 8:00 pm on March 5.

The Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE) is hiring for 15 positions in this Virtual Hiring Fair. These positions include 2 Energy Program Specialists; a Public Health Analyst; an IT developer; an Attorney Advisor; 4 Environmental Protection Specialists, in Water Quality, Mold, Mitigation, and Toxics; an Epidemiologist; and 3 Program Analysts, including in Engagement and Equity, Buildings and Climate, and Environmental Services. For more information and to register, click here.

Internship Opportunities in Jamaica, West Indies

Yerba Buena Farm Jamaica aims to live and promote economically and environmentally sustainable agriculture. They have two internship opportunities available and are looking to work with students who are interested in learning the skill of either sustainable beekeeping or essential oil distillation. There's also 1 farming experience available. Opportunities and their descriptions are linked in the respective titles below: 

• Essential Oil Distillation Internship
• Jamaica Sustainable Beekeeping Internship
• Tropical Organic Farming Experience

Click here to view a collection of links to the blogs of past interns, where you can get a sense of what they experience on the farm.

Please contact Agape Adams by email (yerbabuenaja@aol.com) or by phone (876-343-1121) for more information.

Clean Vibes Music Festival Service Opportunity

Clean Vibes has been dedicated to the diversion and management of waste at music festivals and other events for 20 years, having diverted over 21,000,000 pounds of waste from landfills across North America. Their volunteer program has allowed people to receive first hand experience in waste diversion and sustainable practices in addition to educating patrons on proper waste management. 

They have upcoming events that may be of great interest and opportunity for students to participate in. Below are flyers of their upcoming events which include Okeechobee Music Festival and Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival as well as information on how students can sign up to participate while also getting to go to a festival!

Below are direct links to sign up to volunteer at each festival:

• Okeechobee Music Festival March 5-8 click here 
• Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival June 11-14 
• During Show opportunities click here
• Post Show opportunities click here
• Please note that we expect these positions to fill up quickly 
• More event volunteer opportunities click here

Additionally, they are hiring for paid crew positions at their events.More information is available on the hiring page of their website. 

Dietetics Majors: Apply to be a Peer Mentor!

Dietetics Majors! The AGNR Academic Programs Office is looking to bring another DIET major onto our team of Peer Mentors and we would like for you to apply!

Our team of Peer Mentors is made up of current AGNR students who are pursuing one of our many majors. Mentors report directly to the AGNR Academic Programs Office in Symons Hall and assist undergraduate students with everyday campus issues, advising, registration, and so much more. If you are interested in applying for this paid position, please review the following qualifications and complete the attached application: Peer Mentor Application

Minimum Qualifications: 

a) has completed 30+ cumulative credits 

b) has a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher

c) has been enrolled in an AGNR major for at least two semesters 

d) is currently enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student in AGNR 

e) will not be graduating prior to May 2021

f) Is currently and actively engaged in one or more aspects of university life (study abroad, research, internships, organizations, athletics, etc)

***Applications are due by Monday, March 2nd!***

If you have any questions regarding the position or the application process, please feel free to contact hbuchan1@umd.edu