Volunteers for Pro-Environmental study

Volunteers needed for research study!

Researchers at UF are investigating how different social identities may impact university students' motivations to take part in pro-environmental activism.

Must be at least 18 years of age and attend a college/university.
Participation in the study involves:

• Participation in a one-hour focus group or interview
• $10 compensation for your time

Individuals of all identities are welcome to participate

To learn more about the study or to sign up please email Dharma Santos-Santiago at dharmasantos@ufl.edu or call at 513-490-7063

Engineer II position-City of St. Petersburg

This is very responsible professional civil engineering work of a supervisory nature including the planning, investigation, location, design and construction of municipal engineering and public works projects. Work involves application of engineering skills and knowledge to perform difficult projects; and lead supervisory responsibility over other technical and professional employees assigned to specific projects. Work requires the exercise of considerable judgment and initiative; the appli­cation of professional engineering knowledge in evaluating the cost effectiveness, safety and practicality of construction methods; and providing technical support for all activities, such as preparation of plans, specifications and technical reports.

Apply online at www.stpete.org/jobs - Select Apply for Jobs/Register/View Job Postings.

Minimum Qualifications. Applicants must:

· Have a valid Bachelor’s degree.

· Have passed the Fundamentals of Engineering exam through the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) to qualify as an Engineer in Training or have experience as a Florida registered Professional Engineer (PE).

· Have a minimum of two (2) years of civil engineering experience.(Be sure to include any experience during your academic program).

Gainesville Intern needed at Soil and Water Engineering Technology, Inc.

Soil and Water Engineering Technology, Inc. is looking for an intern to assist in a project to develop a Best Management Practices Assessment Tool for FDACS. An environmental oriented student is preferred. For information contact Del Bottcher at dbottcher@swet.com.

C3 Resume Review for Students

The Career Connections Center will be hosting a workshop to assist students with their resume and cover letter before CALS Career Expo.

 

ABE has a Study Abroad Program in Germany! Info session 1/30 at 9:30 am

On Thursday January 30th from 9:30-10:00 am, faculty from the University of Osnabruck, Germany will be here to discuss the ABE study abroad program: UF in Osnabrück - Sustainability and Innovation in Engineering and Planning. The meeting will take place in room 122 Frazier Rogers.

Through this program students can earn 6 credits of ABE coursework while experiencing German culture and learning about engineering technology, sustainability, and innovation. Students will benefit from hands on lab work, company visits, and the interdisciplinary approach of Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences to address and solve major problems related to sustainable use of natural resources and innovative development.

If you are interested in studying abroad this is a great program to consider! Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about the program and meet the faculty involved!

John Deere at Career Showcase events

John Deere will be attending several career events during the UF Career Showcase and they are looking to meet students who might be interested in a fall or spring internship in product engineering. Please plan to attend one or more events if this is an area of interest to you.

• SWE Evening with Industry (Ustler Hall from 6-8:30 pm)
• Career Center Diversity Meet-up Networking Mixer (Reitz Union Grand Ballroom, 6:30 – 8 pm) on the evening of Tuesday, Jan 21st
• Career Showcase on Wednesday, Jan 22nd
• on-campus interviews on Thursday, Jan 23rd

Technical Resume Reboot 1/23 - all engineering majors welcome!

RSVP to goo.gle/2tLll8X

Syngenta Co-Op for Summer 2020

A current BE student has shared the application link for any students that may be interested in applying for the Syngenta June-Dec 2020 co-op.
https://syngenta.taleo.net/careersection/unitedstates/jobdetail.ftl?job=18010899&tz=GMT-05%3A00&tzname=America%2FNew_York

Additionally, here's a video showing the test labs for students that want to know more about some of the packaging testing they would perform as an intern.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HnjNAlPy-1w

Packaging Engineering Opening with North American Lighting

Location: Muscle Shoals, Alabama

Job Summary: Designs and develops packaging for NAL products shipped to customers, and supports the development and implementation of NAL in-house packaging between manufacturing operations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
1. Designs expendable and returnable packaging, as required, for NAL products shipped to customers in conjunction with customer requirements and method of shipment requirements

2. Develops vendors and obtains pricing for packaging designs in conjunction with NAL Purchasing.
3. Approves tooling design and costing for packaging designs
4. Develops NAL specifications for the testing of packaging in conjunction with customer requirements and method of shipment requirements to ensure integrity of packaging
5. Coordinates and conducts testing of packaging designs in conjunction with NAL Quality Assurance, customer requirements, and method of shipment requirements to ensure integrity of packaging
6. Ensures that the support documentation for packaging design is correct, and that it defines the purchase and manufacture of packaging designs
7. Coordinates and conducts training of manufacturing personnel in the assembly of each specific packaging requirement
8. Develops packaging standard parts and conducts packaging design effort toward target of standard part usage whenever possible
9. Defines and quotes new packaging requirements in support of Cost Estimating in the quoting and budgeting of potential new business
10. Supports NAL Quality Control in the research and correction of field quality problems with packaging
11. Performs all other duties as assigned

Requirements:
1. BS in Engineering or Industrial Technology
2. 0 to 2 years of related manufacturing experience
3. Packaging engineering experience in a Just In Time automotive manufacturing facility is preferred
4. Strong knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas:

• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Technical writing skills
• Organizational and planning skills
• Business software packages, including MS Office
• Written and verbal communications skills
• Interpersonal skills — to confidently interact with individuals at all levels of authority

Kaitlin Diel
Corporate Recruiter
North American Lighting, Corporate HQ
2275 S. Main | Paris, IL 61944
217-465-6600 Ext. 7401

East Foundation Internship: Ranch Management

The East Foundation is a nonprofit organization that focuses on advancing land stewardship through ranching, science, and education. Once operated by the East family, the foundation started after the passing of Robert East in 2007. In honor of the East family, the Foundation continues to demonstrate a commitment to land conservation and ranching heritage by operating integrated programs of research, education, and outreach. We work on over 215,000 acres spread across South Texas on six different ranches. The foundation wants to immerse participants of the internship program in all aspects of the ranches to get a diverse learning experience on the South Texas ranching, range, and wildlife.

This internship is based at the San Antonio Viejo Ranch, 45 minutes south of Hebbronville, and will include work on East Foundation properties throughout South Texas. Juniors, seniors, or recent graduates in Natural Resources, Animal Science, Wildlife and Range Management or related degree programs are encouraged to apply.

Salary:
Compensation is $11 per hour and includes housing on the San Antonio Viejo Ranch.

Start and End Date:
The start and end dates are flexible and the East Foundation will assist successful applicants in any way to receive university credit for appropriate term(s).

Summer Session
June 1– August 15
Last Date to Apply for Summer: March 20, 2020

Spring Session
January 15–May 15
Last Date to Apply for Spring: November 18, 2019

To Apply:
Please send the following documents to cpavlicek@eastfoundation.net with " Ranch Management Internship" in the subject line:

• A 1–2 page statement of interest – describe your background, pertinent experiences and interests, accomplishments, and how this internship will benefit you.
• Full resume – include all skills and proficiencies, volunteer experience, and/or other accomplishments.
• Three references (contact information only)
• A copy of your current college transcript. Applicants may submit an unofficial copy.

Contact:
Cindy Pavlicek, Manager of HR and Administrative Services
Phone: 210-455-3640

Agricultural Sciences Professional Internship Offerings at Walt Disney World

The Agricultural Sciences team is looking for undergraduate college students and recent graduates who have received their Bachelors’ degree within 12 months of our internships’ start dates to participate in our fun and challenging six-month hands-on internship in several different agricultural and science education fields including Plant Science, Entomology, Biotechnology, and Aquaculture.

We are currently looking for students to fill internships for the Fall 2020 term (June 2020 – January 2020).

Desired majors include but are not limited to: Ag. Communication, Ag. Education, Agribusiness, Agriculture, Agronomy, Aquaculture, Aquatic Biology, Biology, Biotechnology, Botany, Crop Science, Biological and Biosystems/Agricultural Engineering, Entomology, Environmental Horticulture, Fisheries, Food Science, Horticulture, Landscape Design, Marine Biology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Ornamental Horticulture, and Plant Science.

We would also like to share a video that the Walt Disney Company created to showcase one of our plant science interns, which features her love for agriculture and why she chose to do the internship. https://www.facebook.com/DisneyWorldCommunity/videos/2336870386546562/?t=74

Interested students should apply online and should attach their cover letter, resume and school transcript to their application. Selected students will be interviewed via phone to further discuss the internship.

Please go to http://www.disneyinterns.com/science. Click on “Enter Job Title or Keywords” then do a keyword search for “Agricultural Sciences” to view internship postings about the Plant Science, Entomology, Biotechnology, and Aquaculture internship positions along with many other science related internship openings. If you have any questions with accessing the site, please email us directly at WDW.EPCOT.Science.Internship@disney.com.

Kimley-Horn is coming to UF!

Ranked as one of Fortune Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” and "100 Best Workplaces for Millennials," Kimley-Horn prides itself on hiring high-achieving, dedicated, and reliable professionals. We are looking to hire 500 full-time graduates and summer interns.

We are coming to your campus on Tuesday, January 21st and Wednesday, January 22nd! We are excited to meet with you and talk about opportunities with Kimley-Horn.

With openings nationwide, there are more than 80 offices to explore as well! We are also actively hiring in the following engineering and design disciplines:

· Civil Engineering
· Development Services
· Transportation Planning and Traffic Operations
· Roadway Design
· Intelligent Transportation Systems
· Stormwater Management
· Utility Design
· Aviation Planning and Design
· Structural Design
· Landscape Architecture
· Land Planning
· Environmental Science
· Many, many more!

Those interested in an opportunity with Kimley-Horn are encouraged to meet us in person at the upcoming events listed below. In the meantime, create an online profile and submit a resume by visiting www.kimley-horn.com/join-our-team.

We are looking forward to meeting you!

Date	Event	Location	Time
Tuesday, January 21st	Diversity Fair	Reitz Union	4:00PM – 8:00PM
Wednesday, January 22nd	ESSIE Evening with Industry	Evan’s Champions Club	6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday, January 22nd	Technical Showcase	Stephen O’Connell Center	9:00AM – 3:00PM

Americold Internship opportunities

Americold offers global supply-chain solutions with the most comprehensive temperature-controlled storage and distribution network available. At Americold, we’re always on the move, providing the vital link from farm to table. If you’re ready to move up, come join a winning team of experienced and friendly people.

Visit our careers page to look at current internship opportunities:
https://globalcareers-americold.icims.com/jobs/search?ss=1&searchPositionType=8710

Questions? Contact Chris Brown. chrisbrown@americold.com and tell him you are a student in the UF-ABE Department. 

UF In Brazil Engineering Internship Program Info Session - Free Pizza!

UF in Brazil Engineering Internship offers students a unique opportunity to learn about Brazilian history, culture and technology while completing an engineering internship at a company in Sao Paulo. Students will have the opportunity to learn and develop their professional and intercultural competencies in a global environment through an internship abroad.

Date(s) - Thursday, January 16, 2020
12:00 pm-1:00 pm
JG-32 Biomedical Sciences Building
https://www.eng.ufl.edu/students/events/engineering-abroad-info-sessions-2/

Paid Summer Research Internships Available at Miner Institute

Applications for paid summer 2020 internships with the Miner Institute are now open. Miner Institute conducts practical research on the dairy-crop interface, equine reproduction and management, and environmental conservation. Its research activities combine a global perspective with a regional application.

Internship Offerings:
Water Quality Research
Dairy Farm Management
Equine Management
Agricultural Research

Applications Due: Feb. 15, 2020

University Scholars 2020-2021 Applications OPEN

CALS is seeking applications for the University Scholars Program. Undergraduates who wish to conduct research with a faculty member in the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (this includes the School of Forest Resources and Conservation and School of Natural Resources and Environment) are eligible to compete for this award. Students should complete the University Scholars’ Program application and submit to the Dean's office.

Application Deadline: Feb. 7, 2020

CALS Senior & Junior Awards Application Open

Apply for a senior or junior award from CALS on the website. See a full description of the awards at the website. Recipients will be honored our CALS banquet in April.

Applications due Feb. 2, 2020 at 11:59 p.m.

2020-2021 CALS Ambassador Applications NOW OPEN

The CALS Ambassadors are a select group of students who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in academics and student leadership. AOM students are encouraged to apply!

Application deadline: February 20, 2020 at 3:27 p.m

Scholarship Opportunity

The Association of Cuban-American Engineers Scholarship Foundation, Inc. offers scholarships (ranging from $500 to $2,500) to Hispanic engineering students. In the past, many of the scholarships granted have gone to deserving undergraduate and graduate students.

The organization began accepting applications in November. Applications can be submitted through January 31st, 2020 and the awards will presented in March 2020. Among other things, you must have completed 30 credit hours, were enrolled in the fall and will be enrolled this spring.

You can apply online on the Foundation's updated website http://www.cubanamericanengineers.com You will also need to submit an official transcript and the first page of your student aid report (SAR). The complete scholarship application instructions are available on the website at the bottom of the application form.

If you have questions about the scholarship program, please email Yuray Rodriguez at yrodriguez@cubanamericanengineers.com.

ASABE Student Club - 1st meeting of Spring!

Whether you are new to Biological Engineering or a returning student, please be sure to attend the General Business Meeting of the ASABE student club this Thursday 01/16 at 6pm in Frazier-Rogers Room 122. There will be food, and we will be having a game night!

So come on out and have some fun! It's a great way to meet other students in your major. 

Theta Tau Info Session

Attention all engineering majors,

Looking for a way to get involved in the College of Engineering and to socialize and network with other engineering majors? Rush Theta Tau!

Theta Tau is a Professional Co-Ed Engineering Fraternity that is selective and exclusive to the Engineering majors at UF. Many of our brothers have gotten internships, co-ops, and full time jobs with companies such as GE, P&G, Lockheed Martin, Boeing, Disney, Johnson and Johnson, Tesla, SpaceX and many more. Many of those positions were obtained by networking with brothers within the fraternity

We are hosting 10 rush events starting Wednesday, January 8th, with an information session to learn more about our fraternity and to meet brothers! There will also be FREE PIZZA (vegetarian options included too).

Check the flyer for complete details of the events. You can also check us out at our tabling booth in the North Lawn of the Reitz!

Attached are the links to our social media groups:
· Remind 101: Text @thetatausp to 81010
· Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UF-Theta-Tau-Spring-2020-Rush-109391967238990/
· Website: http://ufthetatau.org/rush.php

Come check us out, see you there!

Spring Program - URM STEM Juniors-Deadline 1/10/20

There is a special program this spring for underrepresented STEM Juniors who are preparing to apply to graduate school. This will be a spring – fall initiative to work with these students on the process of applying for graduate school including identifying where to apply, personal statements, letters of rec, etc. We will provide a small research stipend and also take them to the Florida Undergraduate Research Conference. We will also help them apply to summer REUs.

We are looking for 8-10 students. For the application contact Robin Snyder rsnyder@ufl.edu 

Litco looking for packaging sales engineer

Litco is seeking a packaging sales engineer to gain market share for our line of innovative, sustainable, engineered wood transport packaging products. This is a business-to-business, outside sales specialist position in tertiary, transport packaging, and related packaging products. The sales channels are direct end-user and through authorized distributors.

Our ideal candidate:
· Has a packaging engineering degree or related field; examples – industrial, chemical, materials, science engineer, mechanical
· Is a Certified Packaging Professional (CPP) by the Institute of Packaging Professionals
· Has experience calling on medium to large size companies
· Possesses the ability to understand and present our product, based on performance
· Desires a sales position that uses a combination of technical and creative skill sets
· Has a proven record of success selling transport packaging products based on performance
· Is willing and able to travel
· Familiar with ISO and ASTM pallet and packaging standards

For more information on this or other career opportunities available, email: joeann@litco.com or visit: https://www.litco.com/jobs/

CALS 2020-2021 Undergraduate Scholarship and 2020 Awards Applications are Now Available Online

Scholarships

The College of Agricultural and Life Sciences undergraduate scholarship application is now available online. This application is for scholarships that will be awarded in Fall 2020 and Spring 2021 (Spring 2021 and Summer 2021 for Innovation Academy students only).

Learn more and apply by March 21 at http://cals.ufl.edu/scholarships.

​ CALS awarded $418,028 to 349 undergraduate students for the 2019-2020 academic year. Individuals who received a scholarship for the 2019-2020 academic year must complete a 2020-2021 application to be considered for scholarship renewal.

Awards

Each spring, CALS recognizes outstanding juniors and seniors at its Scholarship and Leadership Awards Banquet (April 16, 2020).

CALS will recognize the Top Ten Seniors and Top Three Juniors; highly meritorious students who exemplify the college's core values of Integrity, Diversity, Collaboration and Service.

Winners for the following awards will be determined from the Top Ten Seniors:
J. Wayne Reitz Medal of Excellence- CALS Outstanding Senior Award
Larry J. Connor Medal of Excellence
CALS Alumni and Friends Leadership Award
Emelie L. Matthews Award of Excellence (transfer students only)

Three outstanding Juniors will be recognized as finalists and one will be named the E.T. York Award winner.

Learn more and apply by Feb. 2, 2020 at https://cals.ufl.edu/current-students/student-awards/ug-awards/.