Thursday, December 19, 2013

Career Opportunity: 1/9/13, Peace Corps Recruitment on UF Campus

On Thursday, January 9, 2014, Chad Chernet (Central & North Florida Regional Recruiter for Peace Corps) will be on the UF campus to meet with students interested in pursuing this unique educational and career-building opportunity:

1/9/14 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Office Hours (Small conference room in the UF International Center at The Hub)
1/9/12 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Open Information Session (Large conference room in the UF International Center at The Hub)
For more information, e-mail Chad Chernet directly at cchernet@peacecorps.gov.

Mayo Fertilizer Company Internship Program

Mayo Fertilizer, Inc. is a fertilizer wholesaler/retailer, chemical & seed retailer, and full service agri-center based in North Florida. Our home office is located in Mayo, FL along with our other facilities in Lake City, Lee, & Manatee, FL and Brunswick, GA. Mayo Fertilizer, Inc. has been part of the agriculture community since 1957 and was permanently established in 1975.

Position Description: We are looking for an intern to work at our Lake City, FL location and possibly some at the Mayo, FL location during the summer semester. This intern can expect to learn about row crop production, ag chemicals, fertilizer sales and logistics, credit and finance, and basic agronomics. This person should be highly motivated and receptive to learning. Internships can lead to full time positions within the company.

Requirements: Majoring in some form of agricultural degree program and a valid driver’s license. Position also requires physical exertion and working outdoors roughly 60% of the time.

Compensation: Pay will be based on the applicant’s level of experience.

Qualified applicants should submit a resume, accompanied by a cover letter expressing interest in the internship program and contact information for a minimum of two or more references.
For further information or to submit an application contact by email or phone:
Rob Millings
Sales Manager
386-752-3155 office
386-330-4415 cell
rob@mayofertilizer.com

Thursday, December 12, 2013

PROJECT YOUTH EXTENSION SERVICE INTERNSHIP

Project Y.E.S! is a Department of Defense funded national internship program engaging college students in service to meet the needs of military families. Specifically, Project Y.E.S! expands the resources of the Yellow Ribbon Program (YRP) and other youth & teen oriented programs. Staff interns are provided an opportunity to give back to their communities and country while gaining invaluable practical and career-enhancing experiences. Since 2011, we have supported youth events in 42 states and 4 US territories and proudly supported over 9.000 youth.

Through our partnership with the General H. Hugh Shelton Leadership Center, interns are provided first-class youth development educational and facilitation skills. In turn, they travel the nation delivering youth programs at Yellow Ribbon programs, summer camps, leadership summits, and other family programs. Project YES! also serves as a career development program. Staff interns are provided dedicated mentors who assist in the exploration and development of their career goals and in the completion of a career broadening learning project. This is all accomplished while meeting the critical needs of communities with high rates of families impacted by deployments and other military related absences.

Openings are available for summer (Jun-Sep) and full 1-year internship opportunities. Program brochures are also attached.

Applications will be accepted through Feb 28, 2014 and students will be notified of the status of their application by April, 2014. More information and application materials can be found at http://militaryfamilies.extension.org/yes-intern-program/application-requirements/.

Please feel free to share this announcement with others in your professional networks.

Please contact JC Johnson at james_johnson@ncsu.edu or 919-513-3165 for further information. 

Wednesday, December 11, 2013

ORNL 2014 Summer Research Internship Bioenergy Feedstock Supply Chain Analysis

Project Description:
Oak Ridge National Laboratory seeks four engineering students for technical analysis and modeling as part of an interdisciplinary project to investigate on farm biomass processing for biofuel production. The selected individuals will collect and organize data from literature and field experiments and develop mathematical simulations of bioenergy feedstock supply operations. This project is part of a USDA-sponsored collaborative project led by the University of Kentucky (http://www.bae.uky.edu/BRDI/default.htm).

Qualifications:
Students who will be seniors in Fall 2014 are preferred, though juniors are also encouraged to apply. GPA of 2.5 or higher is required. Computer simulation experience is preferred. Applicants must be able to think independently and work effectively with others. Strong oral and written communication skills are required.

Benefits:
Participating students will receive a monthly stipend and housing allowance. Special professional development and social opportunities will also be provided for students.

If interested:
Questions can be directed to Dr. Erin Webb (webbeg@ornl.gov). If interested in applying, please send resume to Dr. Webb by January 17, 2014.

Tuesday, December 10, 2013

Position Available - Biological Scientist (Entomology /Molecular Entomology-Genetics)

Full-time OPS technical position funded through the UF Dept. of Entomology/Nematology is available immediately at the USDAARS Center for Medical, Agricultural and Veterinary Entomology to assist in research focused on the genetic transformation of the Asian citrus psyllid, Diaphorina citri (ACP).

Primary responsibilities will involve rearing and maintenance of ACP colonies and assisting in molecular genetic analyses and transformation experiments. Experience in either insect rearing or molecular entomology/genetics is required, and experience or coursework in both is preferable.

Salary commensurate with education and experience - applicants for part-time employment will be considered.
Contact:

AI Handler
USDA-ARS-CMAVE, 1700 SW 23rd Drive, Gainesville, FL
ahandler@ufl.edu
352-374-5793

Monday, December 9, 2013

Opportunity_NSF-REU Biobased Products and Energy


Oklahoma State University is offering an REU titled "Interdisciplinary Approach to Sustainable Biobased Products and Energy Development” This program is hosted under the auspices of Biobased Products and Energy Center at OSU.
Learn about the scientific processes and procedures required to conduct bioproducts and bioenergy research
Understand the importance of an interdisciplinary environment in developing bioproducts and bioenergy production systems 
Explore the role of bioproduct and bioenergy research in a global society 
Develop professional skills that are necessary for a successful career 
Discover graduate studies and careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) related disciplines, specifically those related to biobased products and energy.
  • $4500 Stipend
  • Free housing in Village CASNR
  • $720 meal allowance
  • Transportation costs from home to campus
  • Work with peers in Bioenergy

Applications Open: Dec 1, 2013
Application Deadline: Mar 1, 2014

To be eligible, students must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and must be enrolled in an under-graduate program at a college or university through Fall 2013 (sorry, graduating seniors cannot be accepted).

Additional information on the program and benefits to participating students can be obtained at http://www.reu.bioenergycenter.okstate.edu/ or by emailing reu.biopec@okstate.edu

C2B2/NSF REU 2014

ATTENTION Undergraduates!

The Colorado Center for Biorefining and Biofuels (C2B2) is now seeking applications for the 2014 Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates Program (C2B2/NSF REU)!

Apply now to spend your summer researching renewable fuels, chemicals, and products in Colorado.

Please see the C2B2/NSF REU Brochure for details and visit www.C2B2web.org for application requirements.

· Students from all majors are eligible to apply! Applicants should be interested in researching bioenergy.
· Applications from underrepresented students are strongly encouraged.
· U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and international students are eligible to receive funding.
· Undergraduate applicants must be enrolled in a degree-seeking program at the time of participation.

Completed applications must be received as of February 16, 2014 at 11:59 PM.

Questions? E-mail C2B2@colorado.edu or call 303-492-7736.

View the C2B2/NSF REU Program website online.

Doris Duke Conservation Scholars Program

Do you love nature? Are you considering a career in conservation or natural resource management? Is diversity important to you?
 
If you answered yes to all three questions, then apply to the Doris Duke Conservation Scholars Program! As a DDCSP scholar, you will:

•Complete paid research and internship experiences
•Earn more than $10,000 over the next two summers
•Join a national network of environmental leaders
•Gain valuable career skills


To be eligible for the program, you should be a current sophomore attending (or planning to attend) UF, UI, UA, CU, or NCSU in Fall 2014. Applications will be accepted through February 15, 2014 and program activities will begin in June.

APPLY NOW! Visit the national website http://programs.ifas.ufl.edu/DDCSP Or contact ddcsp@ufl.edu

Tasman Industries seeks AOM and ABE graduates

Tasman Industries is the largest independent cattle hide processor in the world. We are now the only vertically integrated independent company going from the raw material, further processing to finished leather and manufacturing finished leather products.

We are seeking students who have the desire to learn the operations of cattle hide processing and be trained to be a facility manager as their career progresses. I am looking for Operations Managers and Agricultural Engineers.
The Job details are as follows:

Operations Managers: (Minimum 5 Positions Available)

Locations Available: Texas (Ft. Worth and Amarillo), Nebraska (Omaha), Kentucky (Louisville), Idaho (Boise), Oregon (Portland).

Responsibilities are:

- Disciplined and well-organized
- Responsible for safety and well-being within the factory
- Daily Inventory Production
- Schedule of shipments
- Hands on management
- Responsible for the entire floor operations.

 Side notes: (*Not Requirements)

 - Bi-lingual Spanish - Preferred
 - Slaughterhouse or Cattle hides familiarity
 - Completion of Training programs at our Headquarters in Louisville.

Agricultural Engineers: ( Minimum 5 positions available)

Locations Available: Texas (Ft. Worth and Amarillo), Nebraska (Omaha), Kentucky (Louisville), Wisconsin (Milwaukee)

Responsibilities are:

- Disciplined and well-organized
- Hands on supervision of Maintenance staff
- Responsible for structural, mechanical and electrical operations.
- Responsible for preventative maintenance.
- Design and fabricate operational facilities
- Responsible for the entire floor operations as it pertains to the mechanical elements.
- Forklift maintenance*
- Experience working with Drives, hydraulics, pumps, and basic electrical understanding.

Side notes: (*Not Requirements)

- Bi-lingual Spanish - Preferred
- Slaughterhouse or Cattle hides familiarity
- Completion of Training programs at our Headquarters in Louisville.

Jason D. Tasman
Tasman Industries Inc, and Affiliates
Ph: 502.357.2546
Fax: 859.663.2994
Cell: 502.693.1700
Skype: JasonTasman
Email: Jason@TasmanIndustries.com
Web: www.TasmanIndustries.com | www.TasmanPet.com

Brickman Internship Open House - 1/11/14

Students interested in Brickman's Internship Program are invited to attend an Open house. It is a great opportunity to meet and interview with some of our Management, Senior Leadership and Employee Development team to discuss interning and possible career tracks with Brickman. 

When: Saturday, January 11, 2014
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Where: Region Office located in Boca Raton
Address: 4500 Oak Circle, Suite B-11, Boca Raton, FL 33431
Phone: (561) 362-7800

Any student or graduate that has any questions or would like to RSVP can do so directly with me via phone or email (below). They can also apply directly to our company website by following the below path. 

www.brickmangroup.com >Careers>Find a job>View all hourly positions>Intern (Full time) which is under position type. Then follow the steps to apply. The job/posting reference number is 2013-1753