Monday, October 31, 2022

APHIS Career Experience Program

 


APHIS' Career Experience (ACE) Program aims to attract the best and brightest college talent into various disciplines within APHIS. Students who intern with APHIS will be hired as part of a cohort. This cohort will support your development and offer you various engagement and development opportunities throughout your experience. These can include group assignments, learning events, meetings, webinars, or other activities designed to enhance your professional growth and skill levels throughout the duration of the program.

A few things to keep in mind — you must:

  • Have completed at least 60 credits (This is a qualifier for the GS-4 level.)
  • Work at least 16 hours per week during the school year (The exact schedule is negotiable depending on the student’s academic schedule.)

The search for ACE interns will pull from many disciplines to support scientific, administrative, and other professional careers. The official announcement will be posted on USAJobs.gov in the next few days and will contain more specifics. Interested students should visit USAJobs.gov and create their profile today, and then set up a search for APHIS Pathways opportunities. Also, stay tuned for more details and the upcoming announcement.

For tips on creating a USAJobs profile, check out this article: USAJOBS Help Center | How to create a profile. To set up an APHIS search and automatically receive internship and employment postings, see USAJOBS Help Center | How to search by keyword.

For more information about APHIS, visit our Careers site.


More GCA Scholarships

 


For more information go to: https://www.gcamerica.org/scholarships

AgCareer Internships

 Looking for Ag Internships? Follow the link for some opportunities with big companies!


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Tuesday, October 25, 2022

Feed Your Future Scholarship

We’re now accepting applications for the new AgCareers.com FEED YOUR FUTURE Scholarship!

For post-secondary students studying agriculture or who have the intention of pursuing a career in agriculture.

AgCareers.com will award two $1,000 scholarships—to one U.S. student and one Canadian student.

For more information, visit: https://www.agcareers.com/ag-education/scholarships/usa-national/agcareers-feed-your-future-scholarship.cfm








Golf Course Superintendent I at Brambleton Golf Course

New job posting at the Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority, for the Golf Course Superintendent I job at Brambleton Golf Course.  Our Superintendent at Brambleton is retiring in December, hence the position opening.


For more information, visit: https://www.novaparks.com/employment?p=job/oxvnlfwu&__jvst=Employee&__jvsd=sQJBJhwF&__jvsc=email&mid=n9wxLgxJ&nl=1

MASTMA Scholarship Turf Management

The MASTMA Scholarship is a financial grant awarded annually to a student pursuing a degree in the science of turfgrass and an eventual career in sports turf management. The goal is to provide financial support to students, which will in turn, support the future of the Sports Turf industry.

Qualifications:

• Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university within DC, DE, MD, and Northern VA

• Must have completed a majority of the degree credits

• Must demonstrate an interest in Sports Turf Management Applications

Requirements:

• Must be received by December 31, 2022

• Applications must be summited online or emailed in PDF format to MASTMA.info@gmail.com

Application must include:

- Name

- Address

- Phone Number

- Email Address

- College/University

- Major

- Letter of recommendation from a faculty member

- Transcripts (unofficial will be accepted)

- Statement of interest in Sports Turf Management and why the scholarship should be awarded to the candidate (this should be presented in an essay format)


Additional Details:

• Scholarship amount is $1,000

• Recipient will be notified by February 1, 2023

• Scholarship will be presented at the MASTMA Spring Education Event

• Recipient will be selected by the MASTMA Scholarship Committee and Board of Directors

• Email questions to MASTMA.info@gmail.com

View the complete announcement here: https://mastma.org/announcements.php?id=103

Glynwood Center Livestock & Vegetable Apprenticeships - Clear Spring, NY

 Glynwood is thrilled to be recruiting livestock and vegetable apprentices for the 2023 season. Information about each apprenticeship is included below. You can refer people to our website to view full postings and to apply. 


Livestock Apprenticeship 

Glynwood seeks two apprentices to assist in all aspects of production for our multi-species livestock operation. Glynwood pastures cattle, sheep, hogs and poultry. Work includes day-to-day care of the animals as well as monitoring breeding, birthing, caring for sick or injured animals, and pasture management. The livestock apprentice positions are ten months, from March to December. Some livestock farming experience is required. Compensation includes a private room in on-site shared apprentice housing, a $650 weekly stipend, and $400 in a Healthcare Reimbursement Account.


Vegetable Apprenticeship

Glynwood seeks three apprentices to assist in all aspects of production for our 6 acres of vegetables. Work includes greenhouse management, cover cropping, irrigation, tractor field work, fertility management, harvesting, post-harvest handling, staffing CSA distribution and farm store, record keeping, season extension, pest and disease control, weed management, and composting. The vegetable apprentice positions are 9 months, from mid-March to mid-December. One season of experience on a farm is required. Compensation includes a private room in on-site shared apprentice housing, a $650 weekly stipend, and $400 in a Healthcare Reimbursement Account.


Hudson Valley Apprenticeship

The Hudson Valley Apprenticeship (HVA) is a decentralized apprenticeship program, with farms in Columbia, Dutchess, Orange, Putnam, and Ulster counties serving as farm mentors. Apprentices will have the opportunity to gain a solid foundation in the principles and practices of sustainable vegetable production through a combination of hands-on learning, in-field mentoring, and classroom-based education. Compensation is minimum wage or higher for field work, with hourly compensation of $20/hour for classroom trainings. Some participating farms provide housing. 


TO APPLY


Visit https://www.glynwood.org/about/job-opportunities.html to view complete job postings, and complete an online application form to apply: https://bit.ly/3VrwqUW 


Top applicants are interviewed and accepted on a rolling basis in the late fall and early winter. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply ASAP, or no later than January 31, 2023.

Sustainability Consultant Job Opportunity

This is a good entry-level position for anyone interested in sustainability.

 For more information about the job itself, visit: https://reductioninmotion.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php?id=40&source=bamboohr

For consulting needs, feel free to contact Grace D'Ariano at gdariano@umd.edu 

Smith School Minors

 



Attention Terps! Business minor students at Maryland Smith learn to lead fearlessly through
academic and real-world opportunities. The Robert H. Smith School of Business offers 3 minors: General Business, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, and Business Analytics. These innovative minor programs develops the skills you'll need to thrive in a global economy and to stand out in a fiercely competitive job market. Learn more at our tabling sessions around campus this week and join us for our information session on November 1st, at Van Munching Hall Room 2505. Please refer to the flyer for additional information and contact smithminors@umd.edu with any questions!

Monday, October 24, 2022

Baltimore Sustainability Fellowship

The Sustainability Data Fellow will be tasked with developing several tools to facilitate data visualization and resource efficiency at the University of Maryland, Baltimore. The main project the role will undertake is developing a sustainability progress dashboard for the university to display energy, waste, and procurement data, among other metrics. Other projects will include a tree inventory geodatabase, a materials-sharing platform, and energy reports. The fellow will build tools to assist UMB’s Office of Sustainability in meeting the goals laid out in the 2022-2026 Sustainability Strategic Plan.

Visit https://jobs.climatecorps.org/listings/details/4426A/sustainability-data-fellow for more information.


Friday, October 21, 2022

Geog Careers & Networking Event

 

Wednesday, October 26th, 2022

4:30-6pm | Virtual, via Zoom

 RSVP via Careers4Terps

 

Public, private, and non-profit organizations attend this event to fill internship and full-time positions, as well as network with undergraduate and graduate students. All majors, degree levels, and alumni are welcome to attend. This event will be of particular interest to students majoring in Geography, Geographic Information Systems, Environmental Science and Policy, and Environmental Science and Technology.

Confirmed Attending Organizations Include:

  • ABPA Institute

  • American Association of Geographers

  • Assedo Consulting

  • Bureau of Transportation Statistics

  • Coding It Forward

  • City of Hyattsville

  • Esri

  • Maryland Environmental Trust

  • National Scholarships Office

  • NASA DEVELOP National Program

  • Transportation Services

  • U.S. Census Bureau

  • U.S. Department of Transportation - Bureau of Transportation Statistics

  • University of Maryland, Campus GIS

  • University of Maryland, Master of Science in GIS & GEOINT

  • USDA - Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)

  • USDA - Agriculture Research Service (ARS)

Wednesday, October 19, 2022

Truman Scholarship

Are you a Junior striving to make a big impact on US or Global issues you're passionate about? Are you developing strong leadership experience on or off campus?  Learn about the 2023 Truman Scholarships for leadership in public service!

The Truman Scholarship program (www.truman.gov) is the official federal memorial for President Harry S. Truman, and recognizes JUNIORS (3rd year students) with demonstrated abilities to contribute to the public good through outstanding leadership and service. Aspiring leaders in their 1st and 2nd years are welcome also!

Congratulations to Sawa Kamara, UMD's 2022 Truman Scholar!

Truman Scholars have outstanding leadership experience, a strong focus on specific public policy goals and activities, and excellent academic performance. US Citizenship is required by April 2023.

To learn more please visit https://umdsurvey.umd.edu/jfe/form/SV_0pszKsBUHjDlnXD for  a brief questionnaire, or write to us at truman@umd.edu

The Truman program provides a $30,000 grad study award, plus top-level internship opportunities, and participation in an unrivaled professional network of leaders and change-makers in public service.

Please share this message with other students in your organization or program!

UMD National Scholarships Office

Master of Extension Education Virtual Open House

 


Are you interested in pursuing a Master's of Extension Education? Join us via Zoom for an Open House on Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at 5:00pm. The Master of Extension Education features a multi-disciplinary program, with core courses focused on the principles of Extension in needs assessment, program development, evaluation, and social science research methodology. Students will also choose from a suite of supportive elective courses in a variety of Extension specialty areas. Graduates of the Extension Education program are prepared for dynamic careers in secondary and post-secondary education, non-profits, government, and leadership roles in enterprise. If you are interested but not able to attend, please let me know and we can set up another time to meet. Zoom RSVP is required. See you soon!

Tuesday, October 18, 2022

DeLaval Internships

 DeLaval Internship: Dairy Advisory Internship

Intern Project description:

Dealerships struggle to justify funding a position that provides support directly to customers. Inherently, we understand that a good support network leads to higher customer satisfaction and retention. However, customer satisfaction has not been compared between dealerships of different structures. DeLaval Dairy Advisory is seeking an intern who will assist mentors with the following tasks:

 Survey Eastern Canadian VMS dealerships with and without in-house dealer advisors regarding

how customers are supported post-sale.

 Survey Eastern Canadian VMS customers on satisfaction levels of support based upon type of

dealership structure.

 Use survey data to determine if differences are present with customer satisfaction based upon

dealership structure/support roles.

 Present findings to assist with the development of the Dairy Advisory strategy and structure,

including dealership development. Information gathered from Eastern Canada can be universal

because it is a mature VMS market.

Details:

 Location: Kansas City, MO or Bannockburn, IL  

o Possible hybrid arrangement of working from a home office with travel.

 Market – US dairy market

Intern duration:

 Start week: TBD May 2023

 Holidays: Memorial Day and Independence Day

 Conclude week of August 1 st .

The following are skill sets that we are seeking for the ideal internship candidate:

A bilingual (ENG/FR) speaking university student who has passion for the dairy industry. Dairy

background is desirable.

 Technologically savvy- must be comfortable with learning new software as well as using Excel

and PowerPoint

 Good Communication- must be able to easily communicate with coworkers, dealer personnel, and

customers in French and English.

 Organizationally Inclined- must be able to manage, create, and translate basic training materials

with guidance from mentors

 Self-Motivation- must be able to manage time and tasks on their own, either while traveling or

while working from home office.

 Candidates would be best suited if they are familiar with or have lived in Quebec, CA.



DeLaval Internship: Dairy Advisory Internship

Intern Project description:

To date, the only national benchmarking for parlor performance is over 9 years old, and is only related to 3x Holstein herds. There is no standard for 2x or for other breeds. This leaves benchmarking individual herds to chance and word of mouth. Large customers have been requesting this information from DeLaval during the sales and start-up process. DeLaval Dairy Advisory is seeking an intern who will assist mentors with the following tasks:

 Compile milking performance data from large conventional (rotary and parlor) dairy farms across

the US to create a Parlor Performance KPI Summary Report.

 Use data to create performance targets based upon type of parlor, milking’s, and breeds.

 Present how to use and interpret this report as well as work with mentors to create official KPI

bench marks for performance based on data findings.

 Data collected will be utilized to influence the development of Consulta for conventional herds.

Details:

 Location: Kansas City, MO or Bannockburn, IL  

o Possible hybrid arrangement of working from a home office with travel.

 Market – US dairy market

Intern duration:

 Start week: TBD May 2023

 Holidays: Memorial Day and Independence Day

 Conclude week of August 1 st .

The following are skill sets that we are seeking for the ideal internship candidate:

 Technologically savvy- must be comfortable with learning new software as well as using Excel

and PowerPoint

 Good Communication- must be able to easily communicate with coworkers and customers

 Organizationally Inclined- must be able to manage large data sets and organize information so

that it can be easily interpreted by team members or customers

 Self-Motivation- must be able to manage time and tasks on their own, either while traveling or

while working from home office.


DeLaval Internship: Market Analysis and competitive profile

Intern Project description:

The Market Analysis internship will determine market potential and competitive review of dairy chemical suppliers in the western US and an alternate channel assessment for Animal Intelligence type products in the US. The work will include producer interviews and solution analysis, market details and dynamics, complete competitor review including a SWOT analysis and additional supplier details in the market place. A location manager will be assisting in the completion of the market review.  The internship will conclude with a marketing profile presentation. This project would also provide a very wide range of exposure to the company.  The internship will also include DeLaval facility tours, dealership visits and key customers sites. A detailed internship plan/calendar will be developed for each project.

Details:

 Location: Kansas City, MO or Bannockburn, IL  

o Possible hybrid arrangement of working from a home office with travel.

 Market – US dairy market

Intern duration:

 Start week: TBD May 2023

 Holidays: Memorial Day and Independence Day

 Conclude week of August 1 st .

The following are skill sets that we are seeking for the ideal internship candidate:

 Marketing and business mindset

 Technologically savvy- must be comfortable with learning new software as well as using Excel and

PowerPoint

 Good Communication- must be able to easily communicate with coworkers and customers

 Organizationally Inclined- must be able to manage large data sets and organize information so that it can

be easily interpreted by team members or customers

 Self-Motivation- must be able to manage time and tasks on their own, either while traveling or while

working from home office.


DeLaval Internship: Employee Project for DeLaval Dairy Service

Intern Project description:

The Employee Project for DeLaval Dairy Service internship will determine Identify non-compete laws applicable to employees and employers in all states in which DeLaval Dairy Service operates. Other key aspects of the project would include.

 Create a matrix that can be used by DDS managers in determining which employees should be

asked to sign a non-compete.

 Cross check current employees against the matrix.

 Prepare non-compete agreements for current employees who, according to the matrix, should

sign a non-compete but have not.

The Intern would work with DeLaval Legal counsel and with junior or summer associates at our outside firm Epstein Becker Green to complete the project. The internship will conclude with a project review and project presentation to the DeLaval management team. This project would also provide a very wide range of exposure to the company.  The internship will also include DeLaval facility tours, dealership visits and key customers sites. A detailed internship plan/calendar will be developed for each project.

Details:

 Location: Kansas City, MO or Bannockburn, IL  

o Possible hybrid arrangement of working from a home office with travel.

 Market – US dairy market

Intern duration:

 Start week: TBD May 2023

 Holidays: Memorial Day and Independence Day

 Conclude week of August 1 st .

The following are skill sets that we are seeking for the ideal internship candidate:

 Technologically savvy- must be comfortable with learning new software as well as using Excel

and PowerPoint

 Good Communication- must be able to easily communicate with co-workers and customers

 Organizationally Inclined- must be able to manage large data sets and organize information so

that it can be easily interpreted by team members or customers

 Self-Motivation- must be able to manage time and tasks on their own, either while traveling or

while working from home office.


DeLaval Inc.

3000 Lakeside Drive, Suite 305 South

Bannockburn, IL 60015

www.delaval-us.com

AGNR One Health-Student Scholarship Opportunity

 


Monday, October 17, 2022

The Boren Scholarship

Are you currently studying, or strongly interested in studying a language critical to US national interests? Are you strongly interested in US government service?


The Boren Scholarship offers undergraduates up to $20,000 for long-term (two semesters; one for STEM majors) study abroad focused on learning critical languages. US Citizenship is required, All classes including seniors are eligible. Campus deadline: January 23, 2023.


Eligible regions include Africa, South Asia, East and Southeast Asia, Eastern Europe and former Soviet Republics, Latin America (esp. for Portuguese), and the Middle East. (Boren Scholarships MAY NOT be used for study in Western Europe, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand.) Boren Scholarships may be used for study abroad in Summer 2023, Fall 20243, and/or Spring 2024.


To view a recorded presentation, and gain access to our ELMS resource site for Boren applicants, follow the link and complete a brief online survey. https://umdsurvey.umd.edu/jfe/form/SV_73ClxqQimK8J4wJ


*The Boren Scholarship is a U.S. Government-funded award that seeks applicants who have a strong interest in future Government service; the award carries a one-year service expectation.*  

Freshman and Sophomores: NOAA Hollings Scholarship

Attention FIRST and SECOND YEAR STUDENTS pursuing environmentally related studies and career aims! Learn about the Hollings Scholarship!


The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) Hollings Scholarship is open to applicants who are current SECOND-YEAR students studying atmospheric and oceanic sciences, environmental engineering, environmental sciences and policy, or ANY major with a strong environmental focus or interest. Interested first year students are encouraged to learn about this opportunity to prepare for application next year. 


The Hollings Scholarship provides two-year academic scholarships (up to a maximum of $9,500 per year) for full-time study, and a 10-week, full-time, paid internship position ($700/week) the summer after junior year at a NOAA facility. 47 Maryland students have won Hollings Scholarships in the past nine years!


To gain access to our ELMS resource site - and recorded presentation - for Hollings applicants, please visit this link for a brief questionnaire: https://umdsurvey.umd.edu/jfe/form/SV_3sBQRwC1wDbwt81


Eligibility requirements: applicants for Hollings Scholarships must be: 2nd year students in fall 2022; US Citizens; and must have GPA's of 3.0 or higher each semester and in their major.


University of Miami, Rosenstiel School Virtual Open House



On Friday, November 18, starting at 1 p.m. EST join us for an open house of the Rosenstiel School's campus on Virginia Key (virtually). Prospective graduate and undergraduate students are welcome to attend with their families to learn more about the different research areas of the Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science. 

You'll get a chance to see our world-class facilities firsthand, and learn about research opportunities for students. Guests will meet via Zoom for a virtual tour and "walk" through campus. On the tour, they will visit many spots on campus and hear from representatives from many of our world-class labs including: Shark Research and Conservation Lab Aquaculture's Experimental Hatchery Climate Risk and Preparedness Lab Rosenstiel Library SUSTAIN (Hurricane Simulation) Lab Aircraft Center for Earth Studies Aplysia Lab Benthic Ecology Lab with Rescue-A-Reef Cnidarian Immunity Lab Our Research vessel - the Walton Smith Canes on Canes Hurricane Preparedness Group SALT Waterfront Restaurant & more! 

 As we run through some of our presentations about the programs, you will also hear from: Faculty and Staff Current students Departments DEI Committee.

https://miami.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_YvsZEp3oQ6aU2_PijU9RdA

APHIS Internship and Job Opportunity

 


Are you interested in an exciting and rewarding career supporting the health of animal agriculture? Do you enjoy working as part of a team? The Daniel E. Salmon Internship Program might be the right fit for you!

As an intern in the administrative series, you will perform a variety of clerical tasks, such as validating and processing documents, assembling information, preparing reports, and gathering data. Additionally, you may be asked to produce documents, such as spreadsheets, correspondence, reports, performance contracts, job aids, and manuals.

As you learn and develop in this position, your duties will grow with you. If you successfully complete the program, your internship may be converted to a permanent position.

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the security of America’s food supply and animal health. Are you interested? Take the first step and apply today!

Learn about the many benefits of working with us at

https://www.aphis.usda.gov/careers

Thursday, October 13, 2022

ENSP 25th Anniversary Symposium - 10/14 from 9:30 - 12 pm

ENSP is continuing its 25th anniversary celebration this week with its annual symposium featuring a panel made up of ENSP and UMD alums, as well as a keynote address from Dr. Jane Zelikova, one of the contributing authors of UMD's First Year Book, All We Can Save.


Details below.

Light refreshments will be served.  We hope to see you there!

Tuesday, October 11, 2022

Maidstone Harvest Position



A fantastic opportunity for someone with a little experience who wants to work for a no-till, organic farm. They're seeking a Farm Manager and a Propagation/Field Manager. 

Career Shuttle: Masonville Cove


Join us on a Career Shuttle to the National Aquarium's Masonville Cove campus! 

A partnership between the National Aquarium, the Port of Baltimore, Living Classrooms Foundation, the Maryland Environmental Service, and U.S. Fish and Wildlife, Masonville Cove is the nation's first Urban Wildlife Refuge Partnership, home to a green building nature center and waterfront public trails.

During our visit, we will learn about internship and career opportunities with Masonville Cove and the other partners, plus more about the mission of the organizations and what it's like to work for a wildlife refuge. More information can be found here

Students of all majors (undergraduate & graduate) are welcome to attend. We will be taking a shuttle to and from campus and space is limited, so reserve your spot today!

Details:

Friday, November 4, 2022

8:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Masonville Cove, Baltimore, MD

Monday, October 10, 2022

Annual Ag-tober tailgate- *Saturday October 22nd*

 Fall is in the air which means it is time for tailgating and football!

Please make plans to join the AGNR alumni network for our annual Ag-tober tailgate- *Saturday October 22nd* for the Maryland vs. Northwestern Football Game.

This year it is being held on Homecoming weekend as we welcome back AGNR Alumni and friends to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Environmental Science & Policy Program.

Food will be provided by Calvert Crabs of Prince Frederick MD, which will include made-to-order tacos, sliders, hush puppies and more- including an AGNR tailgate tradition of apple dumplings! Drinks are also included in the price of the tickets!

*When: Saturday October 22nd from 12-3p*
*Where: ANSC Courtyard 8127 Regents Drive College Park, MD 20740*
*Cost: Alumni and Current Students - FREE, Guests & Friends- $10, Children - $5*

The Climate Movement

 

The Climate Movement: A Renaissance Blooming
The College of Education & First Year Book Program

Friday, October 28 from 12:30pm-2pm in the STAMP

All We Can Save, College Park Scholars

 


All We Can Save — in Maryland
College Park Scholars
Wednesday, October 19 from 5:15pm-6:30pm in 0202 ESJ

Sofia Whiting Memorial Scholarship - Open to Freshmen from Baltimore City

The Sofia Whiting Memorial Scholarship has been extended and is now open for applications through November 15th, 2022.


We will be awarding (4) $1000 scholarships to 2022 high school seniors and current freshmen from Baltimore City who demonstrate a love of urban farming, gardening, or food equity.

Eligibility requirements and application can be found at the link below
https://forms.gle/gqFFdwhpu8HfZfq86

Questions? Mariya@farmalliancebaltimore.org

Friday, October 7, 2022

Interview Skills Workshop with USDA

Learn some tips for interviewing and have a chance to practice the techniques in this workshop co-sponsored by USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), UMD’s Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Related Sciences (MANRRS), UCC@AGNR, and UCC@CMNS. 

Tuesday, October 25, 2022

5:00 - 6:30 PM

Zoom (link on Careers4Terps)

 

All majors are welcome!  We will begin with some overview information and best practices for answering behavioral-based interview questions, and then break into small groups so you can practice with feedback from professionals.

 

Register HERE