CCMA AmeriCorps VISTA – After School Math Success for Underserved Students

The University of Maryland’s America Reads*America Counts*Partners in Print program helps local
children master basic reading and math skills and get on track for college and promising careers.
Approximately 220 UM students work as reading and math mentors in 20 Prince George’s County
elementary schools, many of whom earn Federal Work-Study to pay for college expenses. Recognized as a national model, the America Reads*America Counts*Partners in Print program is part of Leadership & Community Service-Learning team, in the Adele H. Stamp Student Union.

The America Counts program is designed to help elementary school children improve their math skills and be more successful academically. The CCMA AmeriCorps VISTA reports to the Coordinator of America Reads*America Counts*Partners in Print (AR*AC*PNP) and serves as part of the Leadership & Community Service-Learning team.
Specific responsibilities include:

• Participate in recruitment and selection of college student mentors and team leaders.
• Supervise and advise mentors and team leaders with an emphasis on leadership
• development.
• Conduct regular site visits at participating elementary schools and developing and
• maintaining strong relationships with math specialists, trainers, and teachers.
• Observe mentoring sessions, offering feedback, and providing on-going support to math
• mentors.
• Work with AR*AC*PNP staff to design, implement, facilitate, and evaluate curriculum,
• mentor training, and reflection sessions.
• Coordinate Maryland Counts Day, which involves bringing all America Counts elementary
• school participants to campus for a day.
• Develop and update training materials and handbooks.
• Collect and analyze program evaluation data, utilizing data to write grants and grant reports. Participate as an active member of the Leadership and Community-Service Learning staff
• team.

This is a 40 hour per week, 12-month AmeriCorps VISTA position that begins on August 5, 2019. The stipend for this CCMA AmeriCorps VISTA position is $791.70 every two weeks. Upon completing the 12-months of service, the person in this position can choose either an educational award worth $6,095 to pay for further education or $1,800 cash. This position reports directly to the LCSL Coordinator for America Reads*America Counts*Partners in Print.

Qualifications: Minimum qualifications include Bachelor’s Degree and a valid driver’s license (with a maximum of six points). Qualified candidates will also have good people skills and be able to
communicate well both verbally and in writing. Preferred qualifications would include experience
working with project management, partnership development, data analysis and evaluation, and
teamwork.

To apply: Send resume, cover letter, and names and telephone numbers of three references to:
Alison Barlow
Leadership & Community Service-Learning
1110 Stamp Union
College Park, MD 20742.
Email: abarlow@umd.edu

Campus Compact Mid-Atlantic AmeriCorps VISTA Project Application as of 11.30.17
University of Maryland - College Park
Phone: 301-314-7321

For Best Consideration, submit application materials by as soon as possible.

Fermentation Team Member

Do you love kombucha?

Are you passionate about sustainability?

Do you aspire to be a part of an environmentally and socially responsible company?

Cultured Kombucha is a woman-and minority-owned business operating in the Washington
D.C. Metropolitan area. We believe all communities should have access to and knowledge
of internal health and wellness. Our mission is to craft a culturally relevant brand and suite
of products that attracts minorities and lesser targeted populations to internal health and
wellness.

Cultured is seeking an energetic and passionate individual to join our team. This is a full
experience opportunity. The individual will assist in all aspects of Cultured’s operations.
The successful candidate will have a friendly demeanor, a positive attitude, an interest in
local food and sustainability issues, and will be living an active and healthy lifestyle. He or
she will be highly efficient and organized, be able to work independently, possess strong
communication skills, and will take full responsibility for his or her work.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting in the kegging and bottling processes, making flavor infusions, and
• performing other brewing support and cleaning tasks as needed
• Drafting creative content for Cultured’s social media presence
• Assisting with administrative duties such as email correspondence and vendor
• relationships

As the individual grows within our organization, they will be tasked with training and
supervising additional Cultured team members and interns. In addition to working in-house
for Cultured, the individual will have the opportunity to participate in Cultured events such as
pop-ups, workshops, festivals, and presentations. Also, there will be opportunities for higher
degrees of responsibility according to the candidate's experience and aptitude.

Requirements are simple: passion, dedication and flexibility. This will be a part time role
with weekend hours. Approx. 6 – 8 hours/week with potential for increase up to 20 hours
per week.

• Education or experience in food science, urban agriculture, culinary arts, or a
• similarly related field strongly desired.
• Must be 18 years of age.

Cultured is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity. We welcome all
applicants and look forward to working in a community near you! Find out more about
Cultured Kombucha at www.theculturedkombucha.com or @theculturedkombucha on social
media.

TO APPLY
Interested candidates should send a resume and letter of interest highlighting your
aspirations, unique interests, and skills for the position to hello@theculturedkombucha.com.
Please include “Cultured Kombucha team member applicant” in the subject line.

Communications Intern for USAID’s Water Communications and Knowledge Management Project

Internship Summary The Water CKM Project seeks a Communications Intern with excellent written and verbal communications skills, knowledge and understanding of digital media outlets, and experience conducting research. The intern hired will need demonstrated ability to show initiative, be a self-starter, and be task/project-oriented. The internship will provide the intern with valuable communications experience in the international water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) sector. The period of performance for the internship will be from September 2019 to May 2020. Project Information The Water Communications and Knowledge Management Project (Water CKM) supports USAID’s Water Office and its partners to enhance communication and outreach to increase awareness of USAID water program activities and results to a wide range of stakeholders.  The project produces/manages a wide range of communication products and platforms: Globalwaters.org, the bimonthly magazine Global Waters (on the Medium platform), the biweekly Water Currents  newsletter, the Global Waters Radio podcast series, and The Global Water and Development Report of Water and Sanitation Activities annual report. We also provide social media support through the @USAIDWater Twitter handle and amplify the reach of USAID’s water work through LinkedIn, Facebook, and YouTube. Location: Arlington, VA Position Type: Paid Internship, 10 hours per week, September 2019-May 2020 Internship Responsibilities

• Write blogs, conduct research, and contribute content for Globalwaters.org
• Support social media outreach efforts
• Build up water sector photo collection
• Attend/support local/virtual water sector events (live-tweeting, blogging, note-taking)
• Design outreach materials for print or social media
• Copyedit

Required Qualifications

• Undergraduate (Junior-level or higher) student majoring in Communications, Journalism, or related field
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of social media
• Demonstrated ability to show initiative, be a self-starter, and task/project-oriented
• Ability to take direction and multi-task
• Experience with writing and storytelling/blogging
• Experience with research
• Current U.S. work authorization required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Interest in international development and/or the water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) sector

To Apply

Interested candidates should follow this link https://chm.tbe.taleo.net/chm02/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=ECODITLLC&cws=39&rid=240 to submit a cover letter and CV immediately. 

NASDA Fall Internships (PAID)

National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) is currently recruiting for a policy and trade intern for the fall in Washington D.C. The deadline to apply is has been extended until June 28^th.

To see position descriptions, click on the links below. 

Stephen Haterius Student Agriculture Leadership Program (Agricultural Policy Internship)

https://s3.amazonaws.com/nasda2/media/Misc/2019-Internship-Brochure_09202018.pdf?mtime=20180920140256

International Trade Programs Internship

https://s3.amazonaws.com/nasda2/media/International-Trade-Internship-Flyer.pdf?mtime=20190329133147

For questions, contact Elizabeth Rowland,  Elizabeth.Rowand@nasda.org or contact our office (202)-296-9680. 

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

English as a Second Language Teaching Opportunities in SE Asia

GRADUATING SENIORS/MASTERS STUDENTS: ENJOY A WORKING VACATION IN SOUTH EAST ASIA!

We have opportunities in South Korea, Viet Nam, Thailand and China. All countries are looking for
conversational English teachers. Most teachers who have made their career as an overseas esl teacher
rate their experience in China as the best out of all the countries that they have taught in. Pre-school
through college, conversational English teachers are now needed.

Are you looking for a life altering positive adventure that will pay you? How does working under twenty hours a week with full time pay sound? Short teaching time gives you the opportunity to make serious money private tutoring. Or maybe you just want to tour South East Asa. Would you like free rent and utilities paid? How about reimbursement of your airfare? We have short term contracts available of six months or one year.

China’s cost of living is very inexpensive. Earn almost the same salary as in America, but live for a
fraction of the cost. Many overseas teachers can put enough away to pay off their student loan debt in
just 2 to 3 years. We have short six- and one-year contracts available. Medical Coverage is provided.
Many schools offer reduced school tuition for those with children
A typical teacher working in China can save up to 70% of their monthly income.
All positions offer a two week paid vacation plus all paid national holidays. Universities and K-12 offer winter and summer breaks similar as the U.S.A.

Call today for a personalized interview to discuss your teaching opportunities.
OUR fantastic personal recruiting service is free to you. Our screened schools pay us! This is not just a teaching job but a positive and fantastic teaching adventure that will never be forgotten. Call today for your personal interview. Graduating teachers with no experience are welcome to apply.

UNITED STATES TALENT COORDINATOR
ESL JOB SEEKERS/ GOLDEN STAFFING Inc.
John Hazuka
Phone # 1-954-726-3663
E-mail: esljobseekers1@gmail.com
Website: http://www.goldenstaffing.com

Grad CareerFestival : FREE 4-Day Virtual Career Conference

The University Career Center has partnered with the Grad CareerFestival to offer UMD students, recent grads, and alumni FREE access to a 4 day virtual career conference. 

Unsure of what you are going to do? You need to take time to explore your career options and then create a written career plan that will lead you to your dream job. Join authors and coaches to learn how to create a foundation you can launch and lead a successful career.

The Preeminent Virtual Conference for Career Minded Graduates! 

The first year out of college is critical for college students. The Grad CareerFestival is a four-day virtual event scheduled for June 25th-28th and runs from 11 am – 8 pm EDT each day, that will provide grads with the knowledge and skills they need to support their job search.  Graduates can participate in live presentations by 36 of the nation’s top career authors and 36 career coaches. 

This year’s motto focuses on the 3 P’s!

• Plan – Graduates will learn how critically important it will be to create a career plan.
• Prepare – Authors and coaches will help them understand how to prepare to execute their plan.
• Play – So they can lead a successful career with plenty of time to play!

Students and new alumni can participate for FREE by logging into https://gradfest.securechkout.net/ There are four tracks grads can participate in; Career Management, Job Search, Post-Graduation Life, and Soft Skills. At the top of the hour career authors will make short (20-35 minutes) Ted-talk length presentations and offer three tips, skills, or strategies to help grads launch and lead successful careers. Following their talks there will be a short Q&A session. At twenty minutes to each hour Clifton Strengths Finder certified career coaches from Soar.com will also share three general ideas grads can implement immediately.   

The Grad CareerFestival is the largest collection of post-graduation virtual career support ever organized for college graduates. Dozens of the nation’s top career authors, career coaches, and employment industry experts will convene for this must-attend event for recent college graduates.

Federal Govt Employment Webinars

If you or someone you know is interested in working for the federal government, then the following webinars will be of interests.  All session are free.  However, they are limited to 1,500 participants each.   All times are Eastern. 

Below is a list of FREE WEBINARS HOSTED BY THE U.S. OFFICE OF PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT.  

 Overview of the Federal Hiring Process

Join the staff of the Recruitment Policy and Outreach (RPO) division of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), for an overview of the Federal hiring process.  This session will cover the unique aspects of the Federal application process that are critical to applicant success by translating Federal policy into plain language guidance.

June 12, 2019, 4:00 p.m.  REGISTER

Writing Your Federal Resume

Interested in a Federal Government job and learning from the experts? The staff of the Recruitment Policy and Outreach (RPO) division at the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) will present an in-depth webinar that provides attendees with the tips and tools needed to write a competitive Federal resume.

May 30, 2019, 6:00 p.m.  REGISTER

June 5, 2019, 12:00 p.m.  REGISTER

June 17, 2019, 2:00 p.m.  REGISTER

Navigating USAJOBS – Finding and Applying for Federal Jobs

Join the staff of the Recruitment Policy and Outreach (RPO) division of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), for an in-depth webinar that provides a step-by-step process for navigating USAJOBS.  We cover job searching, creating your account/profile, reviewing Job Opportunity Announcements, applying, and application status.

May 28, 2019, 2:00 p.m.  REGISTER

June 3, 2019, 5:00 p.m.    REGISTER

June 13, 2019, 1:00 p.m.  REGISTER

Employment Opportunities for Individuals with Disabilities

Join the staff of the Recruitment Policy and Outreach (RPO) division of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), for an instructor-led briefing that provides detailed guidance on how individuals with disabilities can apply for Federal jobs based on a special hiring authority known as “Schedule A.” Information includes eligibility, documentation requirements, applying, and locating additional information.

June 3, 2019, 5:00 p.m.  REGISTER

Networking Event with Cargill's Sr. Director for Sustainable Development

Monday, June 24th from 6:30-8:30 pm at The Potter's House RSVP via EventBrite

On Monday, June 24^th, we will be gathering the best social and environmental impact leaders of Washington DC in one room for an evening of speed-dating style networking.

We are excited to announce our first celebrity guest, Annie Kneedler, a leader in corporate sector impact! Annie is a Senior Director within Cargill’s Corporate Responsibility and Sustainable Development team. Read Annie’s bio below and begin thinking of any questions you might want to ask her!

Annie’s career has spanned both the public and private sectors. She has been with Cargill for nearly ten years working in the Corporate Strategy & Development team and in commercial roles in the McDonald’s customer team and Cargill Animal Nutrition’s global risk management and sourcing team. Most recently, she served as the Business Operations and Supply Chain Director for the U.S. Cargill Feed and Nutrition business leading a team of 1,400 people across 60 locations. Prior to joining Cargill, Annie worked in the agriculture supply chain in Africa, first as a Peace Corps volunteer in Guinea, then on USAID-funded projects to increase agricultural exports, and finally working in Ghana to build the policy framework and supply chain to grow horticulture exports.

Annie holds a B.A. in Anthropology and Environmental Studies from Dartmouth College and an MBA from the University of Michigan.  Annie and her husband, Sam, live in Takoma Park, MD with their 2 sons, Charlie and Nicholas.

We are keeping this event small so that you'll have plenty of time to ask your career path questions and speak with the celebrities about their personal career journeys. That also means that tickets are limited, so get yours now on EventBrite! Please be sure to follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn for the latest updates, and continue to stay tuned for additional celebrity reveals!

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Environmental and Social Equity Fellow Program

Are you passionate about tackling the biggest environmental and social equity challenges facing communities today? Do you want to gain experience and launch your social purpose career? If so, CivicSpark, a Governor's Initiative AmeriCorps program, may be right for you!

Apply to be a 2019-20 CivicSpark Fellow!!

CivicSpark places 90 Fellows throughout California for 11 months to build capacity for local public agencies to address emerging environmental and social equity resilience challenges such as: climate change, water resource management, affordable housing, and mobility. CivicSpark is a unique opportunity for emerging professionals to gain experience in the community resilience fields, as well as knowledge of the public sector space, all while while developing their professional skills.

Apply Today!

Fellow applications for the 2019-20 service year are open! The priority deadline is June 1, 2019. If you're interested in learning more about CivicSpark, visit our website and register for one of our upcoming informational webinars to learn about the program and our hiring process.

Benefits

Fellows receive a wide range of benefits from their service with CivicSpark, including: $20,000+ living allowance spread evenly across the 11 months $6,095 Segal Ed Award at completion of service Access to SNAP/food stamps Health insurance Loan forbearance Significant professional development training Networking opportunities And more!

CivicSpark is a Governor's Initiative AmeriCorps program implemented by the Local Government Commission in partnership with the Governor's Office of Planning and Research. For the 2019-20 service year, 90 Fellows will be placed across California to implement targeted projects that build capacity for local government agencies to better address community resilience issues. Learn more about CivicSpark at www.civicspark.lgc.org.

US National Park Service Summer Internship

The U.S. National Park Service (NPS) National Capital Region (NCR), Office of Natural Resources and Science (NRS) is seeking to fill a paid summer internship position. Students must be enrolled in a degree program at the University of Maryland. The position is a University of Maryland paid internship. Students should consult with their academic advisor to determine if they can also receive academic credit for their internship.

For more details on the internship, click here. Applications are due May 17th, 2019 at 5pm. Feel free to contact Megan Nortrup, Megan_Nortrup@nps.gov with any questions.

American Public Gardens Association Volunteer Needed

We are looking for people to volunteer at the 2019 American Public Gardens Association Annual Conference, Thrive Together: Diversity Grows Gardens, June 16-21, 2019. This is an opportunity for interested individuals to engage in conversation with like-minded public garden professionals and enthusiasts from all over the country while providing excellent visitor service and sharing pertinent logistical details. As a special benefit, volunteers may attend conference sessions when they are not on-duty on the day(s) they volunteer.

Online sign-ups are currently open at this link: https://signup.com/go/UnZmedo. For details about conference volunteering, click here. Thank you for helping to create an excellent conference experience, and please reach out to 301-314-1823 with any questions!  

NEW Introduction to GIS in the Era of Big Data Summer Course

The Center for Geospatial Information Science (CGIS) at the Department of Geographical Sciences is going to offer this 1-credit online course on "Introduction to GIS in the Era of Big Data” this summer, which is cross listed for both graduate and undergraduate students.

Clark Elioak Farm Assistant Farm Manager Position

An assistant farm manager is wanted for 500-acre farm in Howard County, Maryland. Candidate will be supervised by the farm’s manager and work closely with its two owners. Duties include maintaining the health of a grass-based herd of 100+ Angus cattle and 20 feeder hogs as well a smaller number of animals living on the petting farm portion of the property. Duties may include driving heavy equipment, building and maintaining fences, seeding and upkeep of pastures, rotationally-grazing animals, mowing and baling hay, performing basic plumbing and mechanical repairs, and other duties as assigned. Candidate may also be asked to assist with general property upkeep which may include mowing, weed trimming, trash removal, and building maintenance.

Our ideal candidate would be a self-starter, fast learner, and comfortable working independently at times. S/he should have some experience operating equipment, like a lawn mower or tractor. S/he should have experience or an interest to learn how to maintain plumbing, repair equipment, or weld. Candidates should be able to lift at least 50 lbs and work outdoors in all types of weather. Preference for those with large animal handling experience as well as candidates who have an interest to work in regenerative, pasture-based operations.

Full time, year-round paid position. May include weekday and weekend hours. Housing may be available. 

Located in the Washington, DC and Baltimore metro areas. 

Visit our website at http://clarklandfarm.com/

Please email resume to George gk.angus@gmail.com

Mid-Atlantic Certified Crop Advisers Scholarship

The Mid-Atlantic Certified Crop Advisers (MACCA) have established a scholarship program, which will award up to two deserving students with scholarships in the amount of $1,000 each ($500 for each semester) enrolled in an agronomy related program at an accredited junior college, college or university. The purpose of the scholarship is to provide financial support to students interested in pursuing a career in plant and soil sciences. Given the declining number of students enrolled in agronomy related programs in our region, the Mid-Atlantic Certified Crop Advisers believe it is important to encourage students to consider careers in agronomy by supporting their education needs through the use of scholarships. 

Eligibility: Applicants must be a resident of or attending school in the Mid-Atlantic region (Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, Virginia, or West Virginia). Applicants must be enrolled or accepted to a 2-year or 4-year institution working toward a degree in agronomy or related field.   

Selection: The Mid-Atlantic Certified Crop Advisers Scholarship Committee will select the scholarship recipients. The selection will be based on the student’s agricultural background, relevant field involvement, financial need, grade point average, agronomic related studies, career goals, and extra curricular activities.

Interested students should return a completed application. Click here to view the application The Mid-Atlantic Certified Crop Advisers Scholarship Committee may request additional information prior to the selection. Applications must be received by June 1st.  Please mail to the address below, or email to danielle.mdag@gmail.com 

The awards will be presented during lunch at the Mid-Atlantic Crop Management School, Wednesday November 20, 2019 at the Princess Royale in Ocean City, MD. Winners are invited to attend.