Do Good Service Challenge

April is Do Good Month! In partnership with the University of Maryland Alumni Association, we are excited to bring you the Do Good Service Challenge! Make a difference in your community by completing at least three (3) activities from any of the categories below. When you’re done, submit the quick form to receive a custom UMD Do Good Tote Bag (while supplies last)! 

https://dogood.umd.edu/news/do-good-service-challenge

Internships @ Community Ecology Institute/Freetown Farm - Columbia, MD

 Internships @ Community Ecology Institute

Our programs are rooted at Freetown Farm in Columbia, Green Farmacy Garden in Fulton, and natural spaces in our community. In the fall of 2020, CEI launched what is now known as our Green SEEDS (Service, Experiential Education, & Design for Sustainability) student internship program. The program mission is to provide experiential education and work experience for high-school, college, and graduate students across a range of social and ecological themes. The goals of the internship program are to:

• Offer students an opportunity to transform academic and career knowledge and interests into solutions to various community challenges.
• Connect environmental, agricultural, and community building strategies that contribute to the successful operation of Freetown Farm to academic and career development.
• Strengthen understanding and respect for personal discovery, connection to nature, food security, and land stewardship.

Interns have done many things -- helped install nourishing gardens in the community, worked with HCPSS Project SEARCH students, saved milkweed seeds from the pollinator garden, cared for the gardens at Freetown Farm, organized clothing swaps, and designed and implemented their plans in the Peace garden.

College Internships
Are you an undergraduate, graduate, or post-graduate college student? Complete the application below to let us know your interest in interning with us.

College Internship Application

2026 SMADC Summer Internship Program for College Students

The Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission (SMADC), a division of the Tri-County Council for Southern Maryland, is excited to announce that applications are now being accepted for the 2026 Summer Internship Program. This program is specifically tailored for passionate college students pursuing degrees in agriculture, agricultural business, environmental science, and related fields.

This immersive, 11-week paid internship offers a unique opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience in agricultural service operations while directly contributing to a thriving regional food system. Interns will transition from classroom learning to real-world application by engaging in program development, budget management, industry networking, and resource utilization—all while supporting SMADC’s core mission to assist farmers, producers, and consumers across Southern Maryland.

Key Program Goals & Intern Experience

Interns will participate in a comprehensive orientation before delving into program exposure, budgeting exercises, and industry networking. Each intern will develop a dedicated project related to SMADC's initiatives under the mentorship of SMADC staff. The program aims to:

• Provide practical, on-the-ground experience in agricultural service agency operations.
• Enhance understanding of regional food systems and sustainable agricultural practices.
• Develop vital career skills in program planning, budgeting, and resource management.
• Facilitate meaningful networking opportunities with industry professionals and local farmers.

Internship Details

Duration: 11 weeks (June 1, 2026 – August 14, 2026)
Compensation: $20/hour (Full-time, not to exceed 40 hours per week)
Location: SMADC Offices, 15045 Burnt Store Road, Hughesville, MD

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must be currently enrolled in a relevant degree program and demonstrate a strong interest in sustainable agriculture and regional food systems. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required, along with a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Application Timeline

Application Window: March 18 – April 8, 2026
Virtual Interviews (via TEAMS): April 13 and April 20, 2026 (10:00 AM – 2:00 PM)
Notification of Acceptance: May 1, 2026

Interested applicants can learn more about the SMADC Summer Internship Program Here and apply by filling out the form Here.

Environmental Projects Internship @ Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay

Position Announcement: Environmental Projects Intern (Richmond, Virginia)

About the Alliance:
The Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay (Alliance) is a regional nonprofit organization whose vision is clean streams and rivers flowing through resilient landscapes, cared for by the people who live, work, and play in the Chesapeake Bay watershed and whose mission is to bring together communities, companies, and conservationists to improve our lands and waters. The Alliance was founded in 1971 and has offices in Annapolis, MD, Lancaster, PA, Washington, D.C., and Richmond, VA.

Job Description:
This is a ~10-week paid, part-time, hourly paid internship (~20 hours per week) that will support RiverTrends, the Alliance’s volunteer-based water quality monitoring project in Virginia, and the Virginia Green Infrastructure Team. The intern will support the water quality monitoring project staff through administrative work, volunteer management and support, and occasional time in the field (50%). This project will also support Virginia’s Green Infrastructure Team staff through field work, assisting in volunteer event coordination, and administrative work (50%).
Specific Duties of the Position:
● Assist with volunteer water quality monitoring training events throughout Virginia by preparing,
verifying, and calibrating equipment and supplies for training sessions.
● Review water quality data submitted by volunteers, conduct quality assurance and publish it to the
online database.
● Support monitoring equipment maintenance, management, and distribution.
● Support volunteer monitors with field work and equipment troubleshooting.
● Assist in conducting an audit of Alliance-planted trees throughout the Richmond region by conducting
site visits and creating a basic map and inventory of tree planting sites.
● Assist in planning and executing garden maintenance events working with volunteers (prior gardening
experience is not required).
● Support preparation efforts for fall planting projects.
● Assist with other projects in the Richmond, VA office as assigned.
Qualifications and Experience:
● Ability to lift and carry 25 lbs
● Enthusiasm for environmental issues, specifically water quality and the Chesapeake Bay
● Experience with Google Workspace and Microsoft Excel
● Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
● Willingness to travel throughout Virginia for training events and fieldwork

Supervision: The Intern will report directly to the Virginia Green Infrastructure Projects Coordinator and Water Quality Monitoring Projects Manager with additional oversight provided by Virginia-based staff.

Hours, Location, and Timeframe: The Environmental Projects Intern will be based at the Alliance’s
Richmond, VA Office with occasional travel within Virginia. The position is hourly, part-time (~20 hours per week, June 8-August 15). Start and end dates can be adjusted based on intern availability. This position requires weekly time in the office during Alliance core hours, 9am to 5pm, and some weekend and evening hours. A consistent schedule for hours worked will be established between the supervisor and intern.

Compensation: This is a temporary position at $15 per hour for ~20 hours a week from June 8-August 15, with the ability to adjust start and end dates based on intern availability. Applicable travel and other
business expenses are reimbursed. There is no paid time off or other benefits associated with this position.

Application: Please email your resume and a response to the following questions to
careers@allianceforthebay.org. Applications are accepted until April 5th. Indicate “Virginia Environmental Projects Intern” in the email subject line.
1. Why do you believe that engaging the public in conservation work matters?
2. What experience, if any, do you have engaging with environmental organizations?
3. What do you hope to gain from this experience for your future career goals?

🐢🐢Apply to represent AGNR as an AGNR Ambassador!🐢🐢

 

Hello, students of AGNR!

Do you love your major, your academic college, and your University? Then I have a gig for you!  Please consider applying to the AGNR Ambassador Program. 

An overview of the Ambassador program, including qualifications and responsibilities can be found here.

If you like the sounds of promoting the college and sharing your experiences, please apply here:  APPLICATION, DUE APRIL 13.

Thanks for considering this prestigious volunteer opportunity. 

I look forward to the possibility of working with you. 

$2,000 Prize for the Student Data Challenge in Food Security Innovation

Calling all students (UMD undergraduates and graduate students)!

University of Maryland is part of the Food Security Innovation Student Data Challenge - a national competition focused on reducing food insecurity and using predictive modeling to increase food access. Students will work in teams of 3-5 and use databases and AI innovations to tackle problems in food access, nutrition, and agricultural food systems. 

This three-day data competition is April 10–13, 2026, with the winning team receiving a $2,000 cash prize. The competition weekend includes in-person work space available at UMD or can be done completely virtually.

Use this University of Maryland student interest form link to register. 

 

This challenge is hosted by a UMD team receiving NSF funding to develop NourishNet. The NourishNet team is building tools, such as FoodLoops, to recover and redistribute surplus food, helps reduce food waste through community/campus partnerships, and develops tech (like Quantum Nose – a food spoilage detection sensor) to ensure recovered food is fresh. 

To learn more about the challenge, you can watch the webinar recording linked here.

The challenge will be hosted on the NDP platform, and the introductory modules are now available to help you get familiar with the data bases and platform environment before the competition begins. For platform access, login guidance, and additional details on getting started, please refer to the attached PDF.

We encourage you to sign up and take part in this exciting opportunity to apply your skills to a real-world problem.

For any queries, contact Radha: radha@umd.edu

GWYNN OAK HOME CARE LLC

Gwynn Oak Home Care LLC is a Maryland RSA‑licensed, Service‑Disabled Veteran‑Owned Small Business providing Household Stability Care™, a structured, non‑medical discipline grounded in Family & Consumer Sciences (FCS). We support older adults and individuals with functional limitations by stabilizing both the home environment and the caregiver–client interaction. Our model emphasizes safety, predictability, continuity, and low‑disruption service delivery.
Household Stability Care™ — a non‑medical, FCS‑aligned discipline focused on maintaining the daily systems that keep a household functional, safe, and steady.
 
CAPABILITIES STATEMENT - Core Service
We operate through a dual‑area model:
 
Area 2.0 — Environmental Stability
• routines and daily structure
• organization and household flow
• meal support
• light housekeeping
• vendor coordination
• safety oversight
• friction reduction in time, space, energy, money, and information
 
Area 7.0 — Interpersonal Stability
• communication clarity
• boundary‑based professionalism
• autonomy support
• ethical practice
• crisis awareness
• documentation discipline
• predictable, low‑disruption interactions
 
Service Categories
• companion care
• personal care
• routine support
• home continuity
• safety monitoring
• coordination with outside vendors
• non‑medical stabilization services under NAICS 624120
 
Operational Strengths
• Maryland RSA licensed
• SDVOSB
• audit‑ready workflows
• structured checklists
• documentation discipline
• quiet, non‑performative service model
• SAP‑aligned, low‑risk, low‑friction delivery
 
STAFFING NEEDS
We are recruiting FCS‑aligned professionals who want to apply Family & Consumer Sciences principles in a real‑world, community‑based setting.
 
Current Needs
• Caregiver Manager
• Household Stability Caregivers (non‑medical)
 
Ideal Backgrounds
• Family & Consumer Sciences
• Aging in place
• Family relations & communication
• Healthy homes / home environment
• Social and behavioral sciences
 
What We Offer
• structured, evidence‑aligned service model
• clear doctrine and training
• low‑drama, high‑stability work environment
• mission‑driven, community‑based impact
• a role that values clarity, boundaries, and professionalism
 
COMMITMENT TO HOUSEHOLD STABILITY CARE™
We are committed to delivering a quiet, predictable, stability‑focused model of care that:
• reduces household friction
• supports aging in place
• protects client dignity
• maintains continuity
• reinforces safety and order
• aligns with FCS principles
• trains caregivers in emotional neutrality and boundary‑based professionalism
Our work is simple on purpose, structured by design, and built for reliability.

If you are intrested in this oppritunity, please contact:
Melvin “Mel” McCoy, Founder
Gwynn Oak Home Care LLC
mmccoy@gwynnoakhc.com
https://gwynnoakhc.com

Saul T. Wilson Jr., Internship Program Three-Part Series Webinar

Student Opportunity: USDA APHIS Veterinary Services Webinar Series + Internship Program

Are you interested in careers in animal health, veterinary services, or working with the federal government? The USDA APHIS Veterinary Services team is hosting a three-part virtual webinar series to help you explore opportunities and prepare for the upcoming Saul T. Wilson Jr. Internship Program.

Through this series, you will:

• Learn about careers in APHIS Veterinary Services
• Gain insight into the Saul T. Wilson Jr. Internship Program
• Receive tips on federal resume writing
• Learn how to navigate USAJobs and apply for federal opportunities

Webinar Schedule:

• Protecting Animal Health Starts with You: Careers in APHIS Veterinary Services
  March 26, 2026 | 2:00–3:00 PM EST | Register Here
• Saul T. Wilson Internship Overview & Resume Writing Webinar
  April 2, 2026 | 2:00–3:00 PM EST | Register Here
• How to Navigate USA Jobs Webinar
  April 10, 2026 | 2:00–3:00 PM EST | Register Here

Additional information about the internship program can be found here: https://www.aphis.usda.gov/sites/default/files/fs-wilson-internship.508.pdf

GROWMARK Foundation Scholarship - 3/31

GROWMARK Foundation Scholarship will be closing in one week! Applications are due by March 31^st at 11:59pm.  
 
Key Information:

• Application Period: February 2^nd to March 31^st

• Total Scholarships: (55) $2,000 scholarships

• 20 Agriculture Scholarships (Bachelor's Degree)

• 20 Agriculture Scholarships (Associate's Degree or Certification)

• 15 Business Scholarships (Bachelor's Degree)

• Eligibility Criteria:

• High School Senior or Continuing Student

• Enrolled at a university, community college, or technical school for Fall 2026 in the United States or Ontario, Canada

• Pursuing an agriculture or business-related degree/certificate

 
Application Link: Click here

• Previous recipients are not eligible to apply.

• Current GROWMARK employees are not eligible to apply.

Entomology Paid Student Intern

Paid Student Intern

University of Maryland

Department of Entomology

The University of Maryland Department of Entomology Applied Ecology laboratory is seeking a motivated undergraduate with an interest in Conservation Biological Control, Ecological Farming, Pollinator Conservation and helping food insecure communities to join the laboratory for a summer paid internship position. Research prospects will include using cover crops and flowering plants to increase beneficial arthropods, augment pollinator abundance and diversity,  and reduce insect and weed pests in vegetable systems (e.g., tomato, zucchini, pumpkin) among other projects. The internship will involve research at multiple study sites. Work will consist of research plot maintenance, weeding, arthropod and plant surveys, produce harvesting and donating fresh produce to organizations that help feed food insecure individuals. A small percentage of the produce may also go to the University of Maryland dining facilities.

A desire to work as part of a team and help the less fortunate are vital. Dedication to research excellence and strong tolerance of field work is also essential as the job entails attention to scientific protocols and outside physical activities during the summer months. Ideal candidates will have some interest in field research, the great outdoors and possess a valid driver license. If you are interested in this opportunity and obtaining additional information, please send an email that is addressed to all of the following: Cerruti Hooks, Veronica Yurchak and Matt Dimock at crrhooks@umd.edu, vjohnso4@umd.edu  and mdimock@umd.edu.

The Maryland Nursery, Landscape, and Greenhouse Association Scholarships - 3/31

The Maryland Nursery, Landscape, and Greenhouse Association announces the availability of several scholarships for college-aged horticulture students.

The MNLGA Ornamental Horticulture Scholarship will award three $10,000 scholarships for eligible students in ornamental horticulture and landscape programs.

Applications for this scholarship are due May 31st. Visit the MNLGA website, for more information.
In addition to the aforementioned scholarships, the MNLGA in conjunction with MANTS, sponsors the Carville M. Akehurst Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship is administered by the Horticulture Research Institute. Further information regarding this program may be found here.

The MNLGA website also includes scholarship information for awards offered by the Maryland Agriculture Education Foundation (MAEF) and the Southern Nursery Association. Detailed information regarding each of these opportunities may be found here.

1 Credit Summer Courses

Looking for a flexible one-credit asynchronous course this summer? Try out either IDEA 201 or IDEA311!

• IDEA201: Innovation Tools & Mindsets - This one-credit course is being offered asynchronously! It challenges assumptions about innovation and who can be an innovator, encouraging you to step out of your comfort zone, think creatively, and build confidence through hands-on activities and reflection.
• IDEA311: Design Your Purpose - This one-credit course is being offered asynchronously! You will explore personal and professional development goals using design methods, guiding you to imagine and test potential career paths to find the best fit for your future!

Shelburne Farms Paid Camp Counselor

Shelburne Farms is a nonprofit organization and a 1,400-acre working farm, forest, and National Historic Landmark in Shelburne, VT. We are seeking seasonal Summer Camp Educators (Waterfront Lifeguard Certified is a bonus) to teach 9-10 weeks of onsite day camps for ages 5 – 17. Shelburne Farms’ summer camp provides children with opportunities to use their senses, collaborate with their peers, and explore natural communities that support human health. To learn more about our camp programs, visit www.shelburnefarms.org/our-work/camps. Each week you will have a small group of campers that you will lead on day-long adventures around the Farm. Comfort and ability to work with children, outside in all weather, for up to 7 hours a day is a key component of this position.

Click here to submit an application and please include responses to the following questions. These are not meant to be a writing exercise but to introduce yourself in a meaningful way.

Raven's Football Summer Grounds Intern 2026

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Baltimore Ravens are hiring a highly motivated summer groundskeeper to assist with the day-to-day maintenance of the fields and grounds at the Under Armour Performance Center. This role will also support the Fields and Grounds crew, when needed, at the Ravens home field at M&T Bank Stadium.

For more information, click here!

Terps Under Thirty - 4/7

 

Terps Under 30

Tuesday, April 7th | 5:30-8:00 PM

Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center

7801 Alumni Drive, College Park, MD 20742

Join the University of Maryland Alumni Association and the Student Alumni Leadership Council (SALC) for Terps Under 30, a panel-style event featuring 3 successful young alums from varying backgrounds. Catered food and beverages will be provided, including an exclusive mocktail option, and attendees will have the opportunity to network with the students and alums afterwards. All majors are welcome.

Register Here