Monday, January 31, 2022
Friday, January 28, 2022
Langenberg Legacy Program Fellowship
Students who are motivated to improve the world we live in through local, justice-oriented action are encouraged to apply. USM also encourages participation from students representing a diversity of backgrounds and perspectives. Each institution with USM is invited to nominate one Langenberg Legacy Fellow and by completing the application you will be entered into the selection process of College Park undergraduate and graduate student applicants at the University of Maryland. There will be one Legacy fellow selected for the University of Maryland - College Park to take their place among others from within the USM institution fellows.
Thursday, January 27, 2022
Environmental Justice Summer Scholars Internship Program
Over 10 weeks, students will be paid $5,000 and gain skills in research, science communication, community science, capacity building and their own career planning. Workshops and training will be provided virtually, with some fieldwork experiences offered in person. Depending on skills and interests, students may help with deploying air quality sensors in partner communities, data analysis and visualization, development of educational and outreach materials, refinement of EJ mapping tools and other support for ongoing research.
For more information and to apply, click here. The deadline to submit both parts of the application is March 15th.
Wednesday, January 26, 2022
Tuesday, January 25, 2022
Gilman Scholarship for Virtual and In-person Study Abroad
The deadline to apply for virtual or in-person programs that begin between May 1, 2022 to April 30, 2023, is March 1, 2022.
To be added to the Gilman ELMS resource page, which offers a lot of helpful information as well as successful example essays, please fill out this brief survey.
GILMAN VIRTUAL INFORMATION SESSIONS WITH EDUCATION ABROAD
Choose a link below to register.
- Monday, 1/31 at 1:00 pm
- Tuesday, 2/1 at 12:00 pm
- Tuesday, 2/1 at 3:00 pm
- Wednesday, 2/2 at 11:00 am
- Wednesday, 2/2 at 4:00 pm (includes live transcription)
- Friday, 2/4 at 10:00am
- Friday 2/4 at 12:00 pm
- Monday, 2/7 at 12:00 pm
DEADLINE
ELIGIBILITY
Students must be:
- a U.S. citizen
- a Pell Grant recipient
- an undergraduate (includes all schools/majors)
Monday, January 24, 2022
Friday, January 21, 2022
UpLift Crew Leader at Howard EcoWorks
UMD Career Center On-Campus & Part Time Jobs Meetup
Please use the following link to register:
https://umd-csm.symplicity.com/events/partimejobs2022
Registration for this event is FREE to UMD employers! Please feel free to share this information with other campus partners or local businesses seeking to hire students. If you have questions about this event, please contact Lydia Woods at lwoods13@umd.edu
Education Abroad Applications are Open!
Take the first step in your journey:
- Explore Summer and Fall 2022 offerings: go.umd.edu/summerfall22
- Browse the Study Abroad Course Database for courses applicable to your academic goals
- Apply for and/or renew your passports today
- Apply for the UMD Education Abroad Scholarship by March 13
- Meet with an EA Advisor or attend a Getting Started Session
So what are you waiting for?
Go with curiosity. Go with purpose. Go boldly.
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Need a new passport? Start NOW! Passport processing times are significantly delayed and we advise all Terps applying for a new or renewed passport to apply using expedited processing to make sure you have your passport information far in advance of your departure (you’ll need it for visas and program registrations).
*If you currently have a passport, check that it is going to be valid through at least 6 months after the end of your study abroad program. If not, you’ll need to renew ASAP!
Questions? Education Abroad is here to help you during every step of your study abroad process. Reach out to your advisor directly or their team at educationabroad@umd.edu.
Maryland Summer Scholars Program
The Maryland Summer Scholars
Thursday, January 20, 2022
Tuesday, January 18, 2022
Internship Posting - Student Trainee (Program Analyst) USDA Economic Research Service (ERS)
Summary
ERS is seeking students to participate in the 2022 Summer Pathways Internship Program. This temporary appointment is expected to begin May 2022 & the appointment initially will not exceed 89 calendar days. Internships are open to individuals who have been accepted for enrollment or who are enrolled and seeking a degree (diploma, certificate, etc.) from a qualifying educational institution on a full or half-time basis.
Duties
- Participates in program studies and analysis of operations to achieve greater economy and efficiency.
- Prepares initial work plans and draft reports based on existing procedures or observation of the activity to be studied.
- Reviews both operational plans and current and incoming work projects. Makes recommendations for improving methods.
- Prepares materials for work flow and operational analysis, cost studies, and/or equipment utilization.
- Advises on the adequacy of budgeting.
- Determines the need for work standards and control systems.
Qualifications
Students seeking degrees in general business, business administration, economics, information management, project management, program analysis/management are highly desired.
PLEASE NOTE: This vacancy is limited to the first 100 applications received and will close at 11:59 pm ET on the closing date identified above or the day we receive the 100th application, whichever occurs first.
Applicants must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement.
Applications for this position close on January 21, 2022.
Apply at: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/631260100
Philadelphia Society for Promoting Agriculture Scholarships - $1500
Each year the Philadelphia Society for Promoting Agriculture offers two scholarships to Juniors or Seniors enrolled in Horticulture or related fields.
Eligibility: This award shall be presented to a full-time student in horticulture in their Junior or Senior year, in good academic standing with a GPA of 3.0 or better. Applicants must either live in DE, MD, NJ, or PA or go to a school in one of those four states in the PSPA service area. Students must be interested in employment in the horticulture industry or in furthering their education in horticulture or related fields. (Previous scholarship winners are ineligible to apply)
The applications may be found at our web site: pspaonline.com
or at the following location: https://pspaonline.com/
Wednesday, January 12, 2022
Premier Select Sires' Future Ag Leaders 2022 Scholarship
Two exemplary students will receive $2,500 scholarships through either the Johnny Daniel Memorial Scholarship or the Wayne Dudley Scholarship. Several other students will receive scholarships of $750-$1,000 in value.
Eligible students include high school, seniors through college, and seniors presently enrolled or planning to enroll in an undergraduate agriculture-related major. The student or his/her parent or guardian must reside in the Premier membership area and must be an active Premier customer in good standing. Previous scholarship winners remain eligible during subsequent award years; however, a student can only receive a $2,500 scholarship once in his/her school career.
The deadline to apply for the 2022 Premier Future Ag Leaders Scholarship Program offered by Premier Select Sires is January 31, 2022. Premier will award up to $20,000 to students within the cooperative territory through this program, and students meeting the eligibility requirements below are encouraged to apply. Students can access scholarship forms under the “News” tab of www.premierselectsires.com, by calling (570) 836-3168, or by emailing office@premierselect.com.
Deep Roots Farm Now Hiring - Market Manager & 2022 Field Crew
Deep Roots Farm is a regenerative ''O'', women owned and operated farm located in Brandywine and Upper Marlboro, MD. We grow vegetables, herbs, fruit, and flowers, and raise chickens on 50 acres for our community.
We are currently hiring for a Market Manager/CSA & Events Coordinator and 2022 Field Crew.
Market Manager/CSA & Events Coordinator
As the market manager you will be expected to:
Attend 3 markets weekly: Dupont Circle on Sunday – market starts at 8:30 am ends 1:30pm from first week in March to end of December / H ST NE on Saturday – market starts 9am ends 12:30pm from first week in April to Mid-December/ Watkins Farmstand on Wednesday starts 3pm ends 7pm from first week in June to last week in October.
Manage the support team at market
Provide exceptional customer service to our supporters and other vendors/market support staff
Pick up the market van by 6am on Saturday and Sunday, 1pm on Wednesday
Load and unload produce and market supplies at the farm and market
Setup/manage workflow and cash/credit card transactions
Update inventory log at end of each market
Update sales report after each market when you get back to the farm
CSA - weekly update to members
Responding to emails and phone calls
Events – marketing via IG and websites, coordinating all materials needed with vendors and Farmer
Other task as needed to ensure the adequate completion of all assignments
2022 Field Crew (Full -Time & Part Time)
Looking for highly self-motivated individuals to join our field crew.
Responsibilities include: transplanting, harvesting, seeding, irrigating, cultivating, operating machinery, trellising and more. Must be able to work in all weather conditions outdoors and in a greenhouse. A positive attitude goes a long way, ability to manage time and be consistently organized, follow directions and think critically in all situations. Assist with daily poultry chores, including coop maintenance, pasture management, egg collection and other livestock tasks. Help with CSA packing, and distribution of shares, following all food safety standards and ensuring food quality.
Must be able to comfortably lift and move 50lbs. A valid driver's license with a clean driving record. Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Season:
Our farm produces vegetables year-round. This position is full time (40-50 hrs/weekly) from Mid - March to Mid-December. There is an option to work year-round.
Compensation:
Will be determined based on relevant experience, team members that commit to the full season will receive 40 hrs of paid time off and a weekly Small CSA vegetable share.
View open positions and apply today at https://deeprootsfarm.us/jobs