Thursday, November 30, 2017

Win an iPad mini...CALS needs video submissions!!

Submit Your Video For a Chance to Win an iPad Mini!
Enter the contest for the chance to win an iPad Mini! In a 60- to 90-second original video creation, we invite currently enrolled CALS students to show what it’s like to live life as a CALS student. Videos should showcase your CALS experiences to inspire freshmen or transfer students to attend UF CALS. Entries may be made by an individual or groups of up to three students. The entry deadline is December 31, 2017 at 11:59 p.m. For competition rules and submission information, visit here.

Engineering Intern - Austin Texas

CLEAResult, an Austin-based consulting firm that designs and implements energy efficiency programs nationwide, is looking for engineering students for our intern program. Based on performance, interns will be considered for internships in the Spring and Summer of 2018 and full-time engineering positions if you are graduating soon.

As an Engineering Intern you will be working with our Energy Engineers and supporting their efforts.

https://clearesult.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CLEAResult_External_Careers/job/Austin-TX-78746-United-States-of-America/Engineering-Intern_R0000217 

Undergraduate Summer Research Opportunities for Your Students at Nebraska

We are now accepting applications for the University of Nebraska’s 2018 Summer Research Program.

Our 10-week residential summer research experience provides mentoring and research participation while allowing scholars to preview graduate school life at a Research1 university. Participants all receive competitive stipends, room and board, travel/transport, graduate school preparation workshops, social and networking activities, and more.

GET ALL OF THE DETAILS »

Summer 2018 research programs include:
Applied Plant Systems
Bioenergy Systems
Biomedical Engineering
Chemistry
Integrated Agronomic Systems
Materials Research Science and Engineering Center (MRSEC)
Minority Health Disparities
Nanohybrid Functional Materials
Nanotechnology Coordinated Infrastructure
Redox Biology
Sustainability of Civil Infrastructures in Rural Environments
Systems Biology of Plant and Microbiome
Unmanned Systems
Virology

Our online application makes it easy for students to apply. Priority review begins Thursday, February 1 and all applications must be completed by Thursday, March 1. Students historically underrepresented in graduate education and students from academic institutions where research programs are limited are especially encouraged to apply.

Summer Research Program »

REU Opportunity in Lafayette, LA - Now Accepting Applications

The University of Louisiana at Lafayette is currently taking applications for undergraduates to participate in a new National Science Foundation Research Experiences for Undergraduates site located in Lafayette, LA.

We are seeking highly motivated undergraduate students to participate in a life changing research experience. Students accepted to this competitive program will have the opportunity to spend 8 weeks (June 4-July 27, 2018) in the heart of Cajun Country in Lafayette, Louisiana, working with leading researchers in interdisciplinary fields related to coastal and watershed science. Students will be paired with a faculty mentor and engage in hands-on research, field trips, and meet and greets with leading researchers in watershed science. Students will develop valuable skills conducting literature reviews, scientific integrity, scientific writing, innovation in research, data collection and analysis, and presentation of research findings to diverse audiences. For eight (8) amazing weeks during summer 2018, REU students will be housed on campus at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. This campus is located in the heart of Cajun Culture, is a walkable distance from downtown shopping, nightlife, and some of the best restaurants in the country.

UL Lafayette is seeking diverse students from Universities nation-wide. Students from underrepresented groups, first generation students, and students without undergraduate research opportunities at their home universities or colleges are highly encouraged to apply. Selected students will receive monetary compensation, food allowances, travel support, research support, and on-campus housing.

Applications are open now through Feb 15, 2018.

Go to: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__coastalresearch.louisiana.edu_node_46&d=DwIFaQ&c=pZJPUDQ3SB9JplYbifm4nt2lEVG5pWx2KikqINpWlZM&r=95PU1S23S1glPFlT_OjG2g&m=bSpY7QLT4iM94Epr-u-TPf5Z2W8vaKKvN0GTelvNiSw&s=tIFFiVNL_CGh1BU9vxqvLhuMheNAvih9PceWDfxE3co&e= for more information on the program and how to apply!

Job search video series for college students

AgCareers.com and Agriculture Future of America (AFA) are pleased to announce the release of a new video series dedicated to college students: Navigating the Job Search Process.

This series, consisting of seven "chapter" videos, features human resource and hiring professionals from prominent agricultural organizations throughout the United States giving advice to students regarding various topics prevalent in the job search. These topics include creating a LinkedIn profile, networking, making a good first impression, forming connections, writing resumes and cover letters, and interviewing.

Inspired by a group of your peers in career services, the video series has been created as a means for post-secondary students to receive firsthand advice from agribusiness professionals who may not be able to make an in-person appearance on their campus. Agriculture, life sciences, and natural resources career services professionals are invited to also utilize the video series in campus classrooms to help students understand what employers are looking for as they navigate the job search process.

You can access the video series via YouTube here or from from the CALS website at http://cals.ufl.edu/students/career-resources.

Professional Masters Degree in Engineering Management

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Applications Due January 5, 2018
The Engineering Management Program at Cornell University is geared towards engineers who want to stay in a technological environment, but focus on managerial roles. Through an in-depth, real world group design project, and course content in management science, project management, decision and risk analysis, information technology, finance and accounting, systems analysis, and organizational behavior, students gain the technical and managerial skills necessary to become effective engineering managers.

The Master of Engineering degree is a coursework and project-oriented program. It requires 30 credit hours consisting of coursework in major and supporting areas, and a project.

The Master of Engineering Degree can be completed in two semesters of intensive study, or in three semesters for students who want to include extra electives.

Our courses aid students in managing and participating in effective project teams, including considerations of risks and of multiple and competing objectives. Our course program also includes studies on the interpersonal dimensions of project work, including team dynamics and personal leadership styles.

Visit our website
Read testimonials by former students
Contact Andrea Ippolito, Executive Program Director
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Tuesday, November 28, 2017

UF PKG Club last GBM

The last Packaging Club GBM for the semester will be on Thursday, November 30th at 6:30 PM in Rogers 122. There will be free food and we'll be having elections for the Officer Positions open for Spring 2018 and we'll be discussing events to look forward to next semester! The application for officer positions can be founded on the UF Packaging Club Facebook page. All BE students are invited to attend.

Applicant Period Open for 2018 NSF Research Experiences for Undergraduates

2018 NSF Sponsored Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). The focus is on Experimental and Computational Materials Research. See poster below and visit our website for complete program details.

The program dates are May 20 to Jul 27, 2018. The application deadline is April 1, 2018, but you should consider getting your documentation in place early, including securing letters of recommendation from faculty. Decisions will be made no later than April 15, 2018.

The research projects include, but are not limited to, electronic materials, nanomaterials, lasers and optical materials, biosensors, biophysics & biomaterials, computational materials, biomedical research and materials under pressure."

The REU program will pay a $5,000 stipend for the ten weeks period, plus additional support for housing, travel and other expenses. If you have questions about logistics, housing, and travel arrangements, please contact Charita Cadenhead <charita@uab.edu> or by phone at (205) 975-8076.

Monday, November 27, 2017

Graduating Packaging Engineers - positions available - Lamb Weston (ConAgra spinoff)

Lamb Weston has an immediate need for packaging engineer! Open at both Packaging Engineer and Associate Packaging Engineer positions. All recent graduates or folks about to graduate this winter should apply. See the job descriptions and application below.

Packaging Engineer: https://careers.lambweston.com/job/Lamb-Weston-Richland-Washington/21263720

Associate Packaging Engineer: https://careers.lambweston.com/job/Lamb-Weston-Richland-Washington/21458431

For more information contact:
Michael Grandinetti
Packaging Engineer | Innovation
( 509-375-7627 )
Michael.Grandinetti@lambweston.com

Wednesday, November 22, 2017

UGA Extension Internship and Career Opportunities

There are currently 15 county faculty positions being advertised in a variety of locations and program areas across Georgia.

We are also accepting applications for our summer internship program.

Click here to see a listing of currently advertised positions. Contact your local UGA Extension office or district office to learn more about exciting career opportunities with us.
 
Feb. 1: Summer 2018 internship applications due

Sow the seeds of your career with us. UGA Extension offers semester-long internships to students in undergraduate or graduate programs. Work with Extension agents across the state to see firsthand how we serve Georgia. Get hands-on experience in the field and office, and, when possible, be matched with an agent in your preferred county or region.

Earn college credit, find your passion and build your network. We have a limited number of paid and unpaid internships available each year. Visit the website for more information.

Monday, November 20, 2017

Design Reviewer Position - Tennessee

Williamson County Government Community Development Department is seeking a qualified individual for a full-time Design Reviewer. This position will report to the Department of Sewage Disposal Management Director, and the successful candidate will review and assist in the review of engineered on-site waste water system (e.g. septic systems). In addition, this position will involve extensive consultation with inter-and-intra-Departmental staff as well as engineers, soil scientists, and independent contractors in performance of this position, as well as any other duties that might be assigned.

Minimum educational requirements would include a Bachelor's Degree in Agricultural, Bio-systems, Civil or Environmental Engineering, or related field.

To apply go to https://www.williamsoncounty-tn.gov

For more information contact Brian Corwin at brianc@williamson-tn.org 

Thursday, November 16, 2017

Part time job - Freeze Protection!



Florida Blue Blueberry Farm is looking for two individuals to assist with freeze protection this winter season beginning around January 5.

The hours are variable depending on the weather! They are interested in hiring a team of two at $9-$10 an hour. They have a very nice office so you would not be in the cold along with the blueberries. The job requires a basic understanding of computers and the ability to stay awake- hence the two people on duty.

Depending on the nightly forecast, hours could range from 7 pm until 6 am one night and 12 am until 6 am the next.

If you are interested contact Charlotte Emerson at  cemer@ufl.edu

Job Opening at Robinson Fresh



Robinson Fresh has a position opening up for an account coordinator in the Fresh Produce Sourcing division. They are looking for a candidate that has a passion for the ag and fresh produce industries. The hope is that this person would start in this role, but move quickly into account management. Below is the link.

Tau Sigma info session for transfer students


Bridge to the Doctorate Application Deadline January 15, 2018

The Bridge to the Doctorate (BD) grant is awarded by the National Science Foundation through the Florida-Georgia Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (FG-LSAMP) program to enhance recruitment and retention of underrepresented students in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) disciplines. The BD grant at UF provides up to a $32,000-per-year stipend for the first two years of doctoral studies to former LSAMP students who are entering a STEM PhD program after completing a baccalaureate degree. Along with this stipend, the grant also provides two years of support for tuition, fees and health insurance.

Former LSAMP students who are entering a Ph.D. program after completing a baccalaureate degree are eligible to apply. Since this program is intended to increase enrollment in Ph.D. programs, currently enrolled doctoral students are not eligible to apply. Applications are provided at the link below.

The BD flyer can be found here: http://graduateschool.ufl.edu/media/graduate-school/pdf-files/Bridge-to-the-Doctorate-Fellowship.pdf

The BD application can be found here: http://graduateschool.ufl.edu/media/graduate-school/pdf-files/Bridge-to-the-Doc-App.pdf

Tuesday, November 14, 2017

Johnson & Johnson Primary Container Packaging Co-Op

The Co-op will work in the Primary Container group, a part of Janssen’s PDMS organization. The PDMS organization is responsible for the development of technology used in the large-scale manufacture of pharmaceutical products including active pharmaceutical ingredients, formulations, analytical methods, and devices to enable patient dosing of these pharmaceuticals. PDMS is also responsible for the manufacture of toxicology supplies and clinical supplies intended for phase 1 and phase 2 studies.

Job Description:
  • The Co-op would be responsible for supporting aspects of new product development for packaging, device & delivery development.
  • The Co-op would participate in various packaging development activities for primary packaging components, qualification of container closure systems and cold chain transportation system, including but not limited to, packaging material screening studies for the products packaged in vials, pre-filled syringes, plastic and glass bottles, blisters, transdermal patches, etc.
  • The work will include blister & bottle prototyping in packaging lab, documentation development (protocol/reports, components specifications, etc), clinical packaging for combination products, cold chain container qualification, technical justifications and packing instructions.
  • This opportunity allows further development of skills associated with pharmaceutical packaging engineering development, organization and cross functional communication.
To apply for this (and other packaging co-ops) visit: https://jobs.jnj.com/jobs/2808171017/PRIMARY+CONTAINER+PACKAGING+CO-OP?lang=en-US

Introductory Training in GIS - December 12-15


Summer Internship - Lipman Family Farms

The goal of the Lipman Summer Internship Program is to provide a brief, yet comprehensive, overview of our company; it's history, business, operation, strategies, goals, and values. Our program is designed to be flexible, enabling each intern to be exposed to as many divisions of Lipman Family Farms as possible, yet tailored to fit both the intern's area of interest and the company needs.

Interns will be involved in the day-to-day business:
intricacies of assigned area of operation
pressures of different environments
volatility of product markets
daily work routines
company politics
public relations
business risks
state and federal policies
associated opportunities of each


For details and to apply go to:
http://www.lipmanfamilyfarms.com/careers/internship-summer-of-2018.php 

Monday, November 13, 2017

Sensory Gardening Class Spring 2018

Even though the flyer says 2017, I'm sure this is for next semester!

Wednesday, November 8, 2017

Undergraduate research at Caltech

Caltech is excited to announce two summer research opportunities available to continuing undergraduate students. Questions about these programs can be directed to Carol Casey at casey@caltech.edu or (626) 395-2887.

Interested students can join us for the following webinars to learn more:

· WAVE Fellows Program Webinar, November 15, 11:00 am PST, Register

· Amgen Scholars Program Webinar, November 16, 11:00 am PST, Register

The WAVE Fellows program provides support for talented undergraduates intent on pursuing a Ph.D. to conduct a 10-week summer research project at Caltech.

The program aims to foster diversity by increasing the participation of underrepresented students in science and engineering Ph.D. programs. The program is extended, but not limited, to underrepresented minorities, women, first-generation college students, geographically underrepresented students, educationally or financially disadvantaged students, and students with disabilities.

Eligibility: Students must be current sophomores through non-graduating seniors and must be U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, or have DACA status. A minimum GPA of 3.2 is required.

Competitive applicants will have prior research experience and can articulate how their research interests align with Caltech's research areas.

Support: WAVE Fellows will receive a $6000 award for the ten-week program and an additional $500 housing/travel supplement.

Application: Online applications are due January 12, 2018.

For more information, visit http://www.sfp.caltech.edu/programs/wavefellows

Caltech's Amgen Scholars Program is geared towards students in biology, chemistry, and biotechnology fields. Some of these fields include biology, biochemistry, bioengineering, medical engineering, chemical and biomolecular engineering, and chemistry.

Eligibility: Students must be current sophomores through non-graduating seniors, must be attending a four-year university in the US at time of application, and must be U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents. A minimum GPA of 3.2 is required.

Support: Amgen Scholars will receive a $6000 award, round-trip air transportation, campus housing, and a food allowance.

Application: Online applications are due February 15, 2018.

For more information, please visit www.sfp.caltech.edu/programs/amgen_scholars