We are pleased to announce the 12th summer for our REU program in computational biology and would hope that you would also be willing to recommend another student(s) for our program this year. More information and our 2021 program flyer can be found at our website – tecbioreu.pitt.edu, which also hosts our program application page.
Application Deadline: February 15, 2021
Program Dates: May 24 – July 30, 2021
Student Support: $6000 stipend, meals*, housing*, and computer/virtual reality equipment*
* Additional support based on expected virtual programming. In-person support likely to change.
Subject to change based on COVID-19 procedures and regulations.
Friday, December 18, 2020
Thursday, December 17, 2020
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Field Operations Manager Position - C&E Farms
Field Operations Manager - C&E Farms
C&E Farms is a family owned and operated company, specializing in fresh market green beans. Our innovation has allowed us to become the largest grower-packer-shipper of fresh green beans, on the East Coast. Growing regions include Florida, North Carolina, Virginia, Maryland, Delaware and Pennsylvania. The position of Field Operations Manager is a dynamic job, which provides a rewarding experience, along with the opportunity to travel and see different places. The Field Operations Manager is responsible for determining harvest dates and yield estimates. They assist in planning planting schedules, coordinate harvesting and logistics of field trucks and oversee the completion of farm food safety procedures, policies and documentation. Communication and coordination with packing facility and sales personnel, as well as field scout, is essential. Applicants should have general knowledge of vegetable production as well as knowledge in pest management.
Benefits include company vehicle, paid vacation, and health insurance. Salary will be comparable to experience level. Year-end bonuses will be based on performance and production. You can contact us at 757-678-5097 for more information. Please send resume to: PO Box 315, Cheriton, VA 23316 or sarahcolson@cefarms.com.
C&E Farms is a family owned and operated company, specializing in fresh market green beans. Our innovation has allowed us to become the largest grower-packer-shipper of fresh green beans, on the East Coast. Growing regions include Florida, North Carolina, Virginia, Maryland, Delaware and Pennsylvania. The position of Field Operations Manager is a dynamic job, which provides a rewarding experience, along with the opportunity to travel and see different places. The Field Operations Manager is responsible for determining harvest dates and yield estimates. They assist in planning planting schedules, coordinate harvesting and logistics of field trucks and oversee the completion of farm food safety procedures, policies and documentation. Communication and coordination with packing facility and sales personnel, as well as field scout, is essential. Applicants should have general knowledge of vegetable production as well as knowledge in pest management.
Benefits include company vehicle, paid vacation, and health insurance. Salary will be comparable to experience level. Year-end bonuses will be based on performance and production. You can contact us at 757-678-5097 for more information. Please send resume to: PO Box 315, Cheriton, VA 23316 or sarahcolson@cefarms.com.
Energy related internship links
Here are some links sent to us in case you are looking for an internship:
DOE SULI Program (Undergrads): https://science.osti.gov/wdts/suli
Other internships: https://www.nrel.gov/careers/internships.html
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
DoD Tech Fellowship - Deadline 12/31
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Monday, December 14, 2020
New AI Course in Spring 2021
Want to learn the basics of Artificial Intelligence? Register now!
We are pleased to announce a new, introductory, 1-hour course for Spring 2021, Frontiers of Artificial Intelligence (EGN 1935, section FOAI, class number 31730). In this course, you will learn what artificial intelligence (AI) is (from a high-level, conceptual standpoint) and how it is used to solve real-world problems in a wide variety of disciplines. This course will give you a broad overview of how AI technologies are transforming science, art, medicine, business, and more, and it will equip you to think about how AI might be applied to your own areas of interest. This course is intended for students from any major/discipline, and you do not need to have previous AI or technical expertise. Most class sessions will feature guest lectures from top AI researchers at UF who apply AI in their field. Class will meet online during 7th period on Tuesdays, from 1:55 PM to 2:45 PM. Don’t miss this great introduction to AI! To learn more about AI at UF, please visit ai.ufl.edu.
We are pleased to announce a new, introductory, 1-hour course for Spring 2021, Frontiers of Artificial Intelligence (EGN 1935, section FOAI, class number 31730). In this course, you will learn what artificial intelligence (AI) is (from a high-level, conceptual standpoint) and how it is used to solve real-world problems in a wide variety of disciplines. This course will give you a broad overview of how AI technologies are transforming science, art, medicine, business, and more, and it will equip you to think about how AI might be applied to your own areas of interest. This course is intended for students from any major/discipline, and you do not need to have previous AI or technical expertise. Most class sessions will feature guest lectures from top AI researchers at UF who apply AI in their field. Class will meet online during 7th period on Tuesdays, from 1:55 PM to 2:45 PM. Don’t miss this great introduction to AI! To learn more about AI at UF, please visit ai.ufl.edu.
Thursday, December 10, 2020
Spring Course - Field & Fork Farm Project Team Research
This course can serve as an elective for some AOM concentrations and a technical elective for BE students.
Tuesday, December 8, 2020
Internships - U.S. Sugar and Costa Farms
2021 Spring and Summer Internships with U.S. Sugar
If you are looking for a career with the most successful agribusinesses in America, take a closer look at U.S. Sugar. We are advertising for a spring semester internship that would require the student to work their schedule around the job. This will allow for the intern to experience operations that are not available during summer months.
Connect with Les Baucum for more info! lbaucum@ussugar.com | 863-599-2181
Costa Farms Internship Program
Our Internship program gives you an opportunity to integrate real career experiences into your college education. To apply, visit our website at http://www.costafarms.com/internships to view all posted positions for the upcoming Summer Internship Program.
If you are looking for a career with the most successful agribusinesses in America, take a closer look at U.S. Sugar. We are advertising for a spring semester internship that would require the student to work their schedule around the job. This will allow for the intern to experience operations that are not available during summer months.
Connect with Les Baucum for more info! lbaucum@ussugar.com | 863-599-2181
Costa Farms Internship Program
Our Internship program gives you an opportunity to integrate real career experiences into your college education. To apply, visit our website at http://www.costafarms.com/internships to view all posted positions for the upcoming Summer Internship Program.
Monday, December 7, 2020
Study abroad in Cuba!
The application is open for UF in Cuba: Tropical Marine and Island Ecology (FAS4932/6932 - Summer A 2021). Its an amazing experience that combines learning about tropical marine and terrestrial ecology with the backdrop of AMAZING people and places! You will be fully immersed in the history, culture, ecology, and flavor of Cuba! We’ll travel from the big city of Havana to small villages, historic towns, remote mountains, and pristine seas.
The attached flyer and brochure give you the basic information and costs. We are finalizing the details of the itinerary and budget now, but it will be ~ $3,000 for the program (includes 4 credits, all accommodations, coach bus transportation, boat trips, entry fees, and meals - except for 2 dinners). Its really quite a deal considering all that we do over the two week course!
Please email one of us if you have any questions or would like to meet and chat about the course.
The attached flyer and brochure give you the basic information and costs. We are finalizing the details of the itinerary and budget now, but it will be ~ $3,000 for the program (includes 4 credits, all accommodations, coach bus transportation, boat trips, entry fees, and meals - except for 2 dinners). Its really quite a deal considering all that we do over the two week course!
Please email one of us if you have any questions or would like to meet and chat about the course.
There are sections for undergraduate and graduate students, but only 12 spots total!
Don Behringer behringer@ufl.edu
Damian Adams dcadams@ufl.edu
Don Behringer behringer@ufl.edu
Damian Adams dcadams@ufl.edu
ASABE Mock Interview Event
The Young Professionals Community (YPC) and the International Student Branch (ISB) are partnering to present a mock interview event. This event is open to all ASABE student and young professional members. The interviews will be scheduled for Thursday, January 7th, with the exact time TBD, based on feedback. Volunteers are needed to act as interviewers!
If you are interested in participating, either as an interviewer or interviewee, please fill out the survey at the link below. We would appreciate you sharing the information with your students. If you have any questions, please do contact Rebecca Kallal (rebecca.kallal@kuhn.com).
Survey: https://forms.gle/FtCHXuBdDaQnWfzV8
P.S. – If this event interests you, consider checking out our webinar: Interview Do’s and Don’ts which will be presented December 16th at 1:00 PM ET and made available as a recording afterwards. Stay tuned to the ASABE YPC Facebook page for updates.
NSF-ERC Summer Opportunities for Individuals with Disabilities
**** APPLY NOW! ***
NSF-ERC Summer Opportunities for Individuals with Disabilities
www.washington.edu/doit/programs/accesserc/resources/erc-summer-opportunities-individuals-disabilities
The National Science Foundation-sponsored Engineering Research Centers (ERCs) are recruiting undergraduate students with disabilities into programs for Summer 2021. Apply now!
ERCs are located at universities all across the United States, each in close partnership with industry. Each ERC provides an environment in which academe and industry collaborate in pursuing strategic advances in complex engineered systems and systems-level technologies that have the potential to spawn whole
new industries or to radically transform the product lines, processing technologies, or service delivery methodologies of current industries. Activity within ERCs lies at the interface between the discovery-driven culture of science and the innovation-driven culture of engineering.
For more information and to apply, follow the links at the URL above. Each ERC has unique opportunities to engage in research and discovery.
NSF-ERC Summer Opportunities for Individuals with Disabilities
www.washington.edu/doit/programs/accesserc/resources/erc-summer-opportunities-individuals-disabilities
The National Science Foundation-sponsored Engineering Research Centers (ERCs) are recruiting undergraduate students with disabilities into programs for Summer 2021. Apply now!
ERCs are located at universities all across the United States, each in close partnership with industry. Each ERC provides an environment in which academe and industry collaborate in pursuing strategic advances in complex engineered systems and systems-level technologies that have the potential to spawn whole
new industries or to radically transform the product lines, processing technologies, or service delivery methodologies of current industries. Activity within ERCs lies at the interface between the discovery-driven culture of science and the innovation-driven culture of engineering.
For more information and to apply, follow the links at the URL above. Each ERC has unique opportunities to engage in research and discovery.
L3Harris Mentorship
L3Harris’s Employee Resources Groups (ERGs) College Mentorship Program focuses on the professional development of collegiate students to prepare for their upcoming career milestones with support of professionals in industry! It is open for all students.
1:1 mentoring (will be paired up based on the background and interests)
At least 4 virtual meetings with mentor during the semester
Tailor the topics and schedule to fit in
Student/Mentee application: http://survey.sogosurvey.com/r/pWpHbJ
1:1 mentoring (will be paired up based on the background and interests)
At least 4 virtual meetings with mentor during the semester
Tailor the topics and schedule to fit in
Student/Mentee application: http://survey.sogosurvey.com/r/pWpHbJ
Friday, December 4, 2020
Monday, November 30, 2020
Fall course - Introduction to Law at Levin
Introduction to Law at Levin for Fall 2021, a 1-credit course in which we gather weekly to examine topics, research, and concepts taught at UF’s Levin College of Law.
Class: POS 4911.
Section#: IB26
Class #: 27258
Section Title: Introduction to Law at Levin
Seats: 45
Students register independently (enrollment is not departmentally controlled) but must register for 1 credit only.
The class meets on Wednesday, Period 9, (4:05pm-4:55pm)and will be held online.
Overview: Who gets rights? What is feminist legal theory, or critical race theory, and how do they work? What is property and how do you transfer it? Can you contract anything? What does it mean to be harmed, and then “made whole”? What are constitutions? This course is dedicated to exploring these questions by introducing students to legal investigations at the University of Florida’s Levin College of Law.
Class: POS 4911.
Section#: IB26
Class #: 27258
Section Title: Introduction to Law at Levin
Seats: 45
Students register independently (enrollment is not departmentally controlled) but must register for 1 credit only.
The class meets on Wednesday, Period 9, (4:05pm-4:55pm)and will be held online.
Overview: Who gets rights? What is feminist legal theory, or critical race theory, and how do they work? What is property and how do you transfer it? Can you contract anything? What does it mean to be harmed, and then “made whole”? What are constitutions? This course is dedicated to exploring these questions by introducing students to legal investigations at the University of Florida’s Levin College of Law.
UFTeach Secondary Mathematics or Science Education minor
Interested in a UFTeach Secondary Mathematics or Science Education minor?Take the introductory course called MAE 2364: Explorations in Teaching Mathematics and Science.
Info session-Grad program in Biological Systems Engineering at UC Davis
Biological Systems Engineering at UC Davis is hosting a virtual information session on December 3rd for students interested in the graduate program.
Johnson & Johnson Personal Branding webinar 12/12 at noon
J&J WiSTEM2D(Women in Science, Technoogy, Engineering, Math, Manufacturing, and Design) is hosting a webinar for college students on the topic personal branding. The event will be held on December 12 at 12pm and it is free to all students. All they would need to do is register at the indicated website.
Study Abroad - UF in Austria - Climate, Water, Glaciers, and History
Unfortunately the UF in Osnabruck summer program has been cancelled for 2021. BE students may instead want to consider this joint program between UF and University of Alabama.
ABE professor Dr. Ray Huffaker will be co-teaching the program with Dr. Glenn Tootle from UA. The program information is here: https://ufabroad.internationalcenter.ufl.edu/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.ViewProgramAngular&id=13061
Deadline 12/1/20 - Farm Foundation Round Table Cultivator Program - Apply now!
The CALS Dean’s Office is seeking students who may be interested in participating in the Farm Foundation Round Table Cultivator Program.
A program of Farm Foundation, the Round Table is an invitational group of 150 food and agricultural leaders and their guests who meet semi-annually to discuss issues of importance to agribusiness, the food system and rural communities. The sessions are intended to provide ideas and learning experiences that participants may use in their own activities.
The program for the January meeting will focus on The Future for Animal Agriculture and take place virtually on January 13-15. The University of Florida College of Agricultural and Life Sciences can nominate one student to participate. Up to six students from an accredited North American college or university will be selected by the Farm Foundation to participate.
Students selected for the Cultivator program will receive an honorarium for full participation in the event.
The program for the January meeting will focus on The Future for Animal Agriculture and take place virtually on January 13-15. The University of Florida College of Agricultural and Life Sciences can nominate one student to participate. Up to six students from an accredited North American college or university will be selected by the Farm Foundation to participate.
Students selected for the Cultivator program will receive an honorarium for full participation in the event.
Participation requirements include:
A Round Table participant will be assigned as a host/mentor for each Cultivator (student). Mentors will reach out to the students before the event to let them know what to expect, etc. During the meeting, mentors will ensure that the Cultivators meet other Round Table participants, students, speakers and guests.
Students may apply for consideration at https://ufl.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1M1bcWiSBYzzWlv Applications are due December 1, 2020.
- logging in and attending each virtual Round Table session (with working webcam and audio capabilities);
- actively engaging with Round Table participants via the conference platform, chat, live participation opportunities, and/or other means; and
- making a 5-8 minute presentation on an animal agriculture research topic during the meeting.
A Round Table participant will be assigned as a host/mentor for each Cultivator (student). Mentors will reach out to the students before the event to let them know what to expect, etc. During the meeting, mentors will ensure that the Cultivators meet other Round Table participants, students, speakers and guests.
Students may apply for consideration at https://ufl.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1M1bcWiSBYzzWlv Applications are due December 1, 2020.
Monday, November 23, 2020
Water Management Technical Consultant position
Masuen Consulting is seeking a team member who wants the opportunity to grow professionally, to be all they are capable of being, wants responsibility, likes being challenged, and has a sense of urgency about them. The successful applicant needs to reside on the east coast of Florida from Port St. Lucie to West Palm Beach for this telecommuting position. This is a great opportunity to join a well-established company of water management consultants and designers working with developers, contractors, governmental agencies, HOAs, farmers, and other ‘green industry’ professionals.
A company vehicle is provided along with a laptop and cell phone. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.
DUTIES
● Consult and conduct evaluations and analyses on water management practices for urban, golf and agricultural projects
● Consult on, and conduct pumping plant, filtration, and control system analyses
● Utilize sophisticated analytical equipment for manual and automated site data collection
● Deliver professional presentations
● Write professional reports
● Be a great team player dedicated to meeting deadlines, detailed, and results oriented
Please send your resume to masuen@masuenconsulting.com
A company vehicle is provided along with a laptop and cell phone. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.
DUTIES
● Consult and conduct evaluations and analyses on water management practices for urban, golf and agricultural projects
● Consult on, and conduct pumping plant, filtration, and control system analyses
● Utilize sophisticated analytical equipment for manual and automated site data collection
● Deliver professional presentations
● Write professional reports
● Be a great team player dedicated to meeting deadlines, detailed, and results oriented
Please send your resume to masuen@masuenconsulting.com
Syngenta Accelerating a Generation (AG) Scholarship -Apply now!
The application period is open for the annual Syngenta Accelerating a Generation (AG) Scholarship program for the 2021 academic year, which is available to university students nationwide. Students currently pursuing bachelor’s or master's degrees in crop-related disciplines are eligible to apply.
Applicants must be U.S. residents enrolled as of spring 2021 in an accredited agriculture program at a land-grant university. All U.S. states, territories and the District of Columbia are included in the program.
Students can apply by completing the application on the FFA® Scholarship Portal. Both FFA members and non-members are eligible. Applications must be completed by January 14, 2021. FFA members must submit supplemental materials by January 21, 2021. Each winner may also designate an agriculture-related non-profit for a $500 donation.
Applicants must be U.S. residents enrolled as of spring 2021 in an accredited agriculture program at a land-grant university. All U.S. states, territories and the District of Columbia are included in the program.
Students can apply by completing the application on the FFA® Scholarship Portal. Both FFA members and non-members are eligible. Applications must be completed by January 14, 2021. FFA members must submit supplemental materials by January 21, 2021. Each winner may also designate an agriculture-related non-profit for a $500 donation.
For contest rules and more detailed information about the scholarship, please visit our website: http://www.syngenta-us.com/scholarships.
If you have any questions about the scholarship, please feel free to contact us at pam.caraway@syngenta.com or (336)-897-4843.
If you have any questions about the scholarship, please feel free to contact us at pam.caraway@syngenta.com or (336)-897-4843.
Project Makover - Applications close 11/27
Project Makeover is a national recognized non-profit, with a student-run chapter at UF, that works to bridge the educational achievement gap in Alachua County through making over elementary schools in Gainesville. We paint, build, and create beautiful learning spaces for students to thrive in. It is a great way to get involved on campus and within the greater Gainesville community! Staff applications are out now and close on November 27th at 11:59 pm. If you have any questions, please reach out to projectmakeoveruf@gmail.com.
Application: https://forms.gle/gphKjyFqtF6ruG7M6
Application: https://forms.gle/gphKjyFqtF6ruG7M6
Thursday, November 19, 2020
Free New York Times subscription for students
Get your FREE digital subscription to the New York Times provided by UF!
The wide range of topics that the New York Times reports on makes it a powerful resource for academic research. The Student Subscription includes article archives dating back to 1851. In addition to the current news and archive features, the NYT offers other apps such as cooking, virtual reality, real-estate, podcasts and more.
Students and staff can access their subscription by using their Gatorlink email address to create an account.
https://myaccount.nytimes.com/verification/edupass?mc=partner&mcid=campusagency&subid=uf
This is a great resource for everyone to have for academic and personal use so sign up if you are interested.
The wide range of topics that the New York Times reports on makes it a powerful resource for academic research. The Student Subscription includes article archives dating back to 1851. In addition to the current news and archive features, the NYT offers other apps such as cooking, virtual reality, real-estate, podcasts and more.
Students and staff can access their subscription by using their Gatorlink email address to create an account.
https://myaccount.nytimes.com/verification/edupass?mc=partner&mcid=campusagency&subid=uf
This is a great resource for everyone to have for academic and personal use so sign up if you are interested.
NASA’s Space Life Sciences Training Program-Application is open
NASA’s Space Life Sciences Training Program (SLSTP) 2021 Virtual Summer Internship Applications Are Open
NASA’s SLSTP Summer Internship Program
The primary goal of the Space
Life Sciences Training Program (SLSTP) is to train the next generation of
scientists and engineers, enabling NASA to meet future research and development
challenges in the space life sciences. SLSTP provides undergraduate students
with the opportunity to perform cutting-edge research and discover exciting
careers in Space Biology at NASA’s Ames Research Center located in Silicon
Valley, California. Due to the pandemic, the 2020 SLSTP was held virtually, and the 2021 program will be held
remotely as well. Interns are paired with a mentor for individual research
projects in areas such as molecular, cell, organismal or synthetic biology,
bioinformatics or bioengineering. In addition, the cohort of interns
designs and executes a group project.
The SLSTP is an equal opportunity program. Admission is by
competitive application process. Past student participants were selected for
their outstanding merit, passion for space, and desire to study space life
science. Applicants must fulfill the following requirements:
- be a US citizen*
- be in high academic standing (GPA of 3.2 or greater)
- have a minimum age of 18
- be a junior or senior undergraduate student next Fall
-- or --
a senior graduating in 2021 and entering graduate school Fall 2021. - have a passion for space and a desire to study space
life science
*Citizens of US territories
Puerto Rico, Guam, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Northern Marianas are U.S.
citizens. Permanent Resident foreign nationals, Legal Resident Aliens, Work
Permit holders, and Illegal Immigrants are not eligible.
The SLSTP Intern Program
application deadline is January 4, 2021. The
10-week program begins on June 7, 2021 and ends
August 13, 2021. Interns accepted into the program receive a stipend.
Financial support is also provided to interns who submit an accepted abstract
as first author to the annual meeting of the American Society for Gravitational
and Space Research.
iDigTRIO Biological Sciences Conference - Call for posters!
In collaboration with iDigBio, TRIO programs at UF, Student Support Services and Ronald E. McNair Scholars are launching the 3rd Annual iDigTRIO Biological Sciences Conference to be held virtually on February 11-13, 2021. Created in 2019, iDigTRIO is a national conference connecting first-generation, limited-income, and/or underrepresented students to information about careers and graduate school research opportunities in the biological sciences.
This is a call for applications for undergraduate and graduate student posters for our conference. Proposals will be accepted on a rolling basis with a priority deadline of January 11, 2021. Further information about our conference and the Qualtrics survey application can be found at the following links:
https://www.idigtrio.org/2021-conference-details
https://ufl.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4V1XM48n73MEsIt
Any staff, student, or faculty with questions about the iDigTRIO poster sessions can email me directly at dcicenia@aa.ufl.edu.
Wednesday, November 18, 2020
AEC Spring Course - Effectively Communicating Ag & Natural Resource Policy Issues
See attached flyer for AEC 4932/6932 Effectively Communicating Ag & Natural Resource Policy Issues. Students can email Becky Cook to register. rtrammell@ufl.edu
Monday, November 16, 2020
I/ITSEC Virtual Career Fair 12/2/2020
I/ITSEC (Interservice/Industry Training & Simulation Exhibition and Conference) is the world's largest event bringing together government, industry, and academia involved in innovating solutions for training our military. It takes place in Orlando each year the week after Thanksgiving.
This year I/ITSEC is virtual which allows us to invite students from around the country to participate in the virtual Career Fair.
This year I/ITSEC is virtual which allows us to invite students from around the country to participate in the virtual Career Fair.
Friday, November 13, 2020
Friday, November 6, 2020
Positions available - Cherrylake and IMG Citrus
IMG Enterprises Inc, is a leading Florida agri-business with diversified operations in citrus, ornamental landscape, ecosystem restoration and real estate. IMG Enterprises owns and operates two main subsidiaries: Cherrylake Inc, and IMG Citrus Inc.
A number of job openings are available at these locations.
Cherrylake Openings:
Jr Propagator:
Will collaborator with our Sr. Propagator and be responsible for the daily organization of greenhouse production work assignments, supervise and guide staff, evaluate all crop activities and coordinate for all necessary support functions to yield the highest quality liners.
Grove Production Supervisor:
Will be responsible for the implementation of all tasks related to the maintenance of our citrus groves in Lake County including pest management, disease management, water management, fertilization and herbicide.
Digital Marketing Specialist
Projects include creation and design of marketing collateral for web and print, social media marketing, updating and maintaining our websites, SEO and online advertising campaigns, email marketing, developing and increasing our video marketing for internal and external audiences,
Marketing Coordinator:
Work with established and newly emerging brands in the construction, food and agriculture industries with the goal of maintaining consistency in branding while showcasing the company culture.
Accounting Manager
Will manage the day to day accounting operations including leading a team of administrative personnel, supporting operations and using good judgment & discretion in applying accounting principles & other functions of accounting
Irrigation Foreman - Landscaping:
Oversees landscape irrigation installation for project construction activities, to ensure compliance with design specifications, budgets and schedule.
Want to join our team and think you have something to contribute? Send us an email and tell us what role you think you can play within the organization: hr@cherrylake.com
IMG Citrus Openings:
Customer Service Representative:
A great stepping stone into the business and industry, this position will be cross trained in all sales and office administrative functions including order entry, claims administration, quotes administration, office administration duties and import/export processing.
Shipping Coordinator:
Responsible for coordinating the administrative processes of the shipping team so as to ensure smooth and efficient operations, inventory accuracy and data integrity.
Want to join our team and think you have something to contribute? Send us an email and tell us what role you think you can play within the organization: hr@cherrylake.com
A number of job openings are available at these locations.
Cherrylake Openings:
Jr Propagator:
Will collaborator with our Sr. Propagator and be responsible for the daily organization of greenhouse production work assignments, supervise and guide staff, evaluate all crop activities and coordinate for all necessary support functions to yield the highest quality liners.
Grove Production Supervisor:
Will be responsible for the implementation of all tasks related to the maintenance of our citrus groves in Lake County including pest management, disease management, water management, fertilization and herbicide.
Digital Marketing Specialist
Projects include creation and design of marketing collateral for web and print, social media marketing, updating and maintaining our websites, SEO and online advertising campaigns, email marketing, developing and increasing our video marketing for internal and external audiences,
Marketing Coordinator:
Work with established and newly emerging brands in the construction, food and agriculture industries with the goal of maintaining consistency in branding while showcasing the company culture.
Accounting Manager
Will manage the day to day accounting operations including leading a team of administrative personnel, supporting operations and using good judgment & discretion in applying accounting principles & other functions of accounting
Irrigation Foreman - Landscaping:
Oversees landscape irrigation installation for project construction activities, to ensure compliance with design specifications, budgets and schedule.
Want to join our team and think you have something to contribute? Send us an email and tell us what role you think you can play within the organization: hr@cherrylake.com
IMG Citrus Openings:
Customer Service Representative:
A great stepping stone into the business and industry, this position will be cross trained in all sales and office administrative functions including order entry, claims administration, quotes administration, office administration duties and import/export processing.
Shipping Coordinator:
Responsible for coordinating the administrative processes of the shipping team so as to ensure smooth and efficient operations, inventory accuracy and data integrity.
Want to join our team and think you have something to contribute? Send us an email and tell us what role you think you can play within the organization: hr@cherrylake.com
Thursday, November 5, 2020
Job postings
Students, please view this webpage to check on the recently posted full time and internship opportunities.
Ag America Lending - Client Relations Manager position available
Students, you will find the job description for a Client Relations Manager at the link below.
https://agamerica.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/2020-0611-Client-Relations-Job-Description.pdf
AgAmerica also has additional openings which we are looking to fill and can be found at the link below:
https://agamerica.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/2020-0611-Client-Relations-Job-Description.pdf
AgAmerica also has additional openings which we are looking to fill and can be found at the link below:
AFA Technology Institute - Apply Now
| Why should you attend the AFA Technology Institute If you're trying to decide whether or not the AFA Technology Institute is for you, here's a quick look at what to expect. From personal connections to gaining a better understanding of career paths and knowledge of what's new and coming in agriculture, this program will set you up for career success. |
Day 1
Commodity Classic Trade Show Info
Sessions Make personal connections with companies like John Deere, BASF,
Valent, WinField United and more! Executive Panel Hear from seasoned industry leaders from companies like Farm
Journal, TopCon Precision Agriculture and more! Day 2 Time at the Commodity Classic Hear the latest news and policy updates from National Corn
Growers Association, American Soybean Association, National Association of
Wheat Growers, the National Sorghum Producers and the Association of
Equipment Manufactures. Experience the latest agricultural technology as you
explore the trade show. Career Roundtable Gain understanding about what it takes to get from here to there
in your career from people working for companies like Land O'Lakes, FMC,
Nutrien, Raven Industries and more! Day 3 Partner Breakfast Get some more face-to-face time with partners like AGCO. Commodity Classic Wrap up your time at the Commodity Classic with the "What's New"
session. |
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Application
deadline is Dec. 2, 2020 |
Wednesday, November 4, 2020
Final CALS Career Program for Fall 2020 - 11/9 at 3PM
Students, don't miss this final CALS Career Program of this semester!
Boosting > Boasting Your Brand: CALS Conversation
Monday, November 9th from 3-4PM ET
“If you’re not networking, you’re not working!” In this career conversation, we will reframe the idea of boasting and work together to decide the best ways to share your skills, education, and interests in ways that your peers, future colleagues, and employers want to hear! Register here: https://ufl.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUkd-uhqDotG9zFgGxvSfqLgWfBui0t5nWY
All C3 events in November: https://career.ufl.edu/events/
Boosting > Boasting Your Brand: CALS Conversation
Monday, November 9th from 3-4PM ET
“If you’re not networking, you’re not working!” In this career conversation, we will reframe the idea of boasting and work together to decide the best ways to share your skills, education, and interests in ways that your peers, future colleagues, and employers want to hear! Register here: https://ufl.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUkd-uhqDotG9zFgGxvSfqLgWfBui0t5nWY
All C3 events in November: https://career.ufl.edu/events/
Tuesday, November 3, 2020
Monday, November 2, 2020
Spring 2021 Course - SWS4932
Examine the concept, history, and underlying science of soil health; Apply basic statistical methods to analyze soil data and assess soil health in the R programming environment; Compare and select soil health indicators; Discuss the management practices for enhancing soil health.
Scholarship opportunity for Packaging Engineers. Apply now!
PCL has a scholarship for packaging engineers.The deadline for the scholarship submission is November 30, so there is still plenty of time to apply.
Below is a link to the scholarship page and entry form:
https://pkgcompliance.com/packaging-engineering-scholarship/
Below is a link to the scholarship page and entry form:
https://pkgcompliance.com/packaging-engineering-scholarship/
ABE Virtual Poster Symposium November 18-19. Register today...cash prizes!!
Students, be sure to register to participate in the ABE Virtual Poster Symposium. Go to abe.ufl.edu/poster-symposium for complete information and guidelines
Wednesday, October 28, 2020
MS and PhD positions - N.C. Ag & Tech State University
MS and PhD positions in Bioenvironmental Engineering The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Design at the North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is looking for two highly motivated MS or PhD students to join a USDA funded project on the ecological engineering techniques for improvement of on-farm water quality. Applicants should have a B.S. or M.S. degree in Biological Engineering, Environmental engineering, Environmental Science, or a related discipline. The ideal candidate will have strong work ethic, prior research experience, familiarity to laboratory and field studies, knowledge of water quality analysis at the lab, and instrumentation. You will work with an interdisciplinary team of researchers. If interested, please contact Dr. Niroj Aryal at naryal@ncat.edu and include 1) a cover letter discussing interest and related background; 2) a CV including references; and 3) unofficial transcripts. The positions are available in the Spring semester 2021 for MS students and Fall semester 2021 for Ph.D. students. A formal application to North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University Graduate School will be required: https://aggieadmissions.ncat.edu/graduateadmissions/
Monday, October 26, 2020
ABE Virtual Career Fair...October 28th...REGISTER TODAY!!
Students, it's almost time for the ABE Virtual Career Fair so register and set up your appointments today. This year we are using the C3 Career Fair+ app so you'll want to download that to view employer information. For more information visit: https://abe.ufl.edu/career-fair/.
Friday, October 23, 2020
Library West extended hours Fall 2020
Library West has added extended hours for Fall Semester 2020:
Sunday: 12 noon to 6 p.m.Monday through Thursday: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday: Closed
For more details online about Library West, click this link: UF Library West.
Thursday, October 22, 2020
Apply now! Fitz-Coy Scholarship
Fall 2020 $1,000 scholarships are available for UF students who are passionate about youth education and are pursuing careers in the natural sciences. Two scholarships available for award - one at the undergraduate level and one at the graduate level.
Application Deadline: Thursday, December 31, 2020 at 11:59pm. Applications will not be accepted after the deadline.
http://forms.webservices.it.ufl.edu/ifassfrcscholarship/sharon-fitz-coy-memorial-award/
Application Deadline: Thursday, December 31, 2020 at 11:59pm. Applications will not be accepted after the deadline.
http://forms.webservices.it.ufl.edu/ifassfrcscholarship/sharon-fitz-coy-memorial-award/
Wednesday, October 21, 2020
C3 Workshop - Negotiating and Managing Employment Offers
The Career Connection Center will be offering student trainings on the topic of negotiating and managing offers. The 1st workshop session on this topic will be held at 6 pm on November 4th.
Topic: Offer Evaluation and Negotiation
Presenter: Dr. Erin Lin, Career Coach of Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering
Date: Nov 4th, 6:00PM to 7:00 PM
Topic: Offer Evaluation and Negotiation
Presenter: Dr. Erin Lin, Career Coach of Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering
Date: Nov 4th, 6:00PM to 7:00 PM
https://ufl.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwkdeyhrTgvHNAnD5yBg3ei9aAm6Nk_sQIL
Tuesday, October 20, 2020
Early Voting is open through October 31st.
Students...Remember to cast your ballot. Every vote is important!
Early voting is
underway and runs through Oct. 31
UF faculty, staff, students and other Alachua County registered voters can now participate in early voting for the 2020 primary election at the J. Wayne Reitz Union.
NRCS Internship - Palmetto, FL
The following vacancy announcements have been posted on USA Jobs:
Pathways Program - Student Trainee (Engineering), GS-899-3; Palmetto, FL; Open: 10/14/2020; Close: 10/21/2020
Link to the vacancy announcement: NRCS-21-10933074-PW-FL-AF
Pathways Program - Student Trainee (Engineering), GS-899-3; Palmetto, FL; Open: 10/14/2020; Close: 10/21/2020
Link to the vacancy announcement: NRCS-21-10933074-PW-FL-AF
Monday, October 19, 2020
DOE Scholar Application now open
Now accepting applications for: DOE Scholars Program
The DOE Scholars Program introduces students and recent college graduates to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) mission and operations.
Why should I apply?
Being selected as a DOE Scholar offers the following benefits:
Stipends starting at $600 per week for undergraduates and $650 per week for graduate students and post graduates during the internship period
Limited travel reimbursement to/from assigned location
Direct exposure to and participation in projects and activities in DOE mission-relevant research areas
Identification of career goals and opportunities
Development of professional networks with leading scientists and subject matter experts
Eligibility
Be a U.S. citizen
Be an undergraduate, graduate student, or recent graduate of an accredited institution of higher education majoring in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and related areas.
Must be pursuing a degree or have received a degree within 5 years of their starting date in a science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) discipline or have demonstrated interest or experience in a STEM field that supports the DOE mission.
How to Apply
Applications and supporting materials must be submitted at
https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/DOE-Scholars-2021
Deadline January 4, 2021 11:59:00 PM Eastern Time Zone
For more information Visit https://orise.orau.gov/doescholars
Download program flyer: https://orise.orau.gov/doescholars/files/doe-scholars-flier.pdf
Questions? doescholars@orise.orau.gov
The DOE Scholars Program introduces students and recent college graduates to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) mission and operations.
Why should I apply?
Being selected as a DOE Scholar offers the following benefits:
Stipends starting at $600 per week for undergraduates and $650 per week for graduate students and post graduates during the internship period
Limited travel reimbursement to/from assigned location
Direct exposure to and participation in projects and activities in DOE mission-relevant research areas
Identification of career goals and opportunities
Development of professional networks with leading scientists and subject matter experts
Eligibility
Be a U.S. citizen
Be an undergraduate, graduate student, or recent graduate of an accredited institution of higher education majoring in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and related areas.
Must be pursuing a degree or have received a degree within 5 years of their starting date in a science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) discipline or have demonstrated interest or experience in a STEM field that supports the DOE mission.
How to Apply
Applications and supporting materials must be submitted at
https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/DOE-Scholars-2021
Deadline January 4, 2021 11:59:00 PM Eastern Time Zone
For more information Visit https://orise.orau.gov/doescholars
Download program flyer: https://orise.orau.gov/doescholars/files/doe-scholars-flier.pdf
Questions? doescholars@orise.orau.gov
Florida Cicerones Fall Open House 10/22
Come join the Florida Cicerones for Fall Open House where potential applicants can learn more about our organization and our duties serving this university. We are offering flexible timing for interested participants by providing two separate time slots. The first will begin at 5 pm and the second will start at 7 pm. Registration is required to attend, however, please sign up for only one of the times. The links can be found below:
bit.ly/fallopenhouse5
bit.ly/fallopenhouse7
bit.ly/fallopenhouse5
bit.ly/fallopenhouse7
The Florida Cicerones serve as the official student ambassadors to the University of Florida. We represent our university as tour guides, the governing body of Students Today, Alumni Tomorrow, and as hosts for the guests of President Fuchs and athletic recruits.
If you are unable to attend either session but still have questions, feel free to DM us on Facebook or Instagram. You can also sign up for our listserv at bit.ly/recruitment21
TODAY...CBRE Info Session-5:00 PM
Learn more about CBRE Global Investors, one of the largest and broadest-reaching real assets investment managers.
Thursday, October 15, 2020
DC Gator Club Scholarship
Fall 2020 - Currently-enrolled students at the University of Florida who are interning for an organization based in the DMV area (whether or not they are participating virtually), for credit or non-credit, at all levels of enrolled student (undergraduate and graduate) are invited to apply for the DC Gators Internship Scholarship. There will be a voluntary area where the applicant can communicate financial need if they wish.
If a student is not enrolled in classes and not interning for credit, the tuition scholarship would apply to their next eligible semester.
Scholarship applications will be reviewed by the D.C. Gator Club Scholarship Committee and one recipient will be selected for the $1,500 scholarship. AFTER SUBMITTING THIS FORM, send your unofficial transcript to scholarships@dcgators.com.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: October 23, 2020 at 11:59 PM EST
After receiving the scholarship, the selected scholarship recipient will be asked, but not required, to submit a video clip sharing her or his experiences while interning in the Washington, DC area and participate a DC Gator virtual event recognizing the recipient (to be determined).
Please direct all questions regarding this application process to scholarships@dcgators.com.
If a student is not enrolled in classes and not interning for credit, the tuition scholarship would apply to their next eligible semester.
Scholarship applications will be reviewed by the D.C. Gator Club Scholarship Committee and one recipient will be selected for the $1,500 scholarship. AFTER SUBMITTING THIS FORM, send your unofficial transcript to scholarships@dcgators.com.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: October 23, 2020 at 11:59 PM EST
After receiving the scholarship, the selected scholarship recipient will be asked, but not required, to submit a video clip sharing her or his experiences while interning in the Washington, DC area and participate a DC Gator virtual event recognizing the recipient (to be determined).
Please direct all questions regarding this application process to scholarships@dcgators.com.
NRCS Summer Intern position-apply by 10/21
NRCS is seeking a summer engineering intern to be located in Palmetto.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Performs a variety of survey work to develop topographic, cross section, profile, and other types of duty for use by a professional engineer.
- Operates and is trained in the operation of engineering instruments such as an engineer's level, hand level, laser level, total station, data collector, and GPS.
- Operates a personal computer to process data, organize data, type design reports, estimate costs, calculate material quantities, and perform simple hydrology and hydraulic calculations
- Assists with construction inspection and layout for conservation structures for adherence to plans and specifications.
- Assists technicians in evaluating the needs and feasibility of proposed conservation projects.
- Student Trainees will perform the following duties under direct supervision. Assignments will be developmental in nature and will assist the employee in gaining the competencies necessary for a career.
Scholarship-Florida Sea Grant Program
The Florida Sea Grant Program is now opening the application for the Guy Harvey Award. For more information about this student funding opportunity visit https://www.flseagrant.org/students/scholarships/guyharvey/.
This is a student funding opportunity for undergraduate and graduate students who are enrolled full time at Florida institutions of higher education who are conducting research related to the biology, ecology, habitat, or management of fish in Florida’s marine environment.
This is a student funding opportunity for undergraduate and graduate students who are enrolled full time at Florida institutions of higher education who are conducting research related to the biology, ecology, habitat, or management of fish in Florida’s marine environment.
Wednesday, October 14, 2020
Thursday, October 8, 2020
Bilingual Support Group at the CWC
The UF Counseling and Wellness Center (CWC) is starting up ¿Cómo Estás? — an counseling group for UF students who are bilingual and/or native Spanish speakers.
Its aim is to promote connection and support in the Spanish language amid these times of physical distance and pandemic precautions.The group will meet online on Wednesdays from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Interested? Please call the CWC at 352 392 1575 to schedule a brief consultation, followed by a group orientation.
For more information online about CWC group counseling opportunities, click this link: CWC Group Counseling. Questions? Email Dr. Zully A. Rivera Ramos at zriverara@ufl.edu.
Tuesday, October 6, 2020
Students...prep for the ABE Virtual Career Fair. Workshops next week!
Please join us for these personalized workshops to prepare you for the ABE Virtual Career Fair.
Tuesday's link Live via Zoom at bit.ly/3ldKYVt
Wednesday's link: Live via Zoom at bit.ly/3jygD3y
UF Field and Fork Internships-Deadline 10/30
Undergraduate Field & Fork Intern applications for the Spring semester are being accepted until Oct 31! You can read more here.
National Retail Federation virtual career fair
The NRF Foundation Virtual Career Fair is free and open to all students, and will take place on Thursday, Oct. 8 from 11AM – 5PM ET. Participating retailers so far include: Amazon, Belk, Burlington, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Kohl’s, Macy’s, Meijer, PetSmart, Qurate Retail Group, Ross, Target, The Home Depot and Walmart. Employers will be recruiting for both internship and entry-level roles, and students will be able to speak with them over chat and video. Be camera ready and be prepared with your 30 second introduction describing the value you bring to an employer! Get registered here.
Additionally,
take a look at the NRF Foundation’s job
listings page to find out the roles companies will be
recruiting for at the career fair. This page is being updated regularly with
new opportunities, so make sure to check back and research the positions you
are interested in.
Friday, October 2, 2020
Speaker - Enterprise Holdings Diversity Manager
Gators...this is really worth your time! You have got to hear him! Seriously, do whatever you can to make yourself available! RSVP at the link provided ASAP!!!!
https://enterprise.recsolu.com/external/events/GeHKCQLllgSkLRA2Z5iK0g
Thursday, October 1, 2020
IMPORTANT...FE Review Schedule for Fall 2020
The FE Review schedule has been finalized and is ready to distribute.
We've included a
table below with the date, subject, professor, departmental specificity, and
time. The price is $5 per review or $15 to attend all and is free of charge to
Chi Epsilon members. Payment can be made via Chi Epsilon’s Venmo
(@Chi-Epsilon-UF).
Any student planning to attend should sign up using the registration link we’ve included below. All questions/comments can be directed to Chi Epsilon's email address (chiep@ce.ufl.edu).
|
Date |
Subject |
Professor |
Departmental
Specificity |
Time |
|
October
5 |
CE
Materials |
Dr.
Tia |
Civil |
6:15
PM – 8:00 PM |
|
October
6 |
Engineering
Economy |
Dr.
Ferraro |
Civil/Env |
6:15
PM – 8:00 PM |
|
October
7 |
Fluid
Mechanics |
Dr.
Thieke |
Civil/Env |
6:15
PM – 8:00 PM |
|
October
8 |
Reinforced
Concrete |
Dr.
Gurley |
Civil |
6:15
PM – 8:00 PM |
|
October
12 |
Hydraulics |
Dr.
Newman |
Civil/Env |
6:15
PM – 8:00 PM |
|
October
13 |
Construction |
Dr.
Ferraro |
Civil |
6:15
PM – 8:00 PM |
|
October
14 |
Transportation |
Dr.
Washburn |
Civil |
6:15
PM – 8:00 PM |
|
October
19 |
Mechanics
of Materials |
Dr.
Ifju |
Civil |
6:15
PM – 8:00 PM |
|
October
21 |
Geotechnical |
Dr.
Wasman |
Civil |
6:15
PM – 8:00 PM |
|
October
22 |
Structures |
Prof.
DeMello |
Civil |
6:15
PM – 8:00 PM |
|
|
The FE Review is a Chi Epsilon sponsored, professor-led series
of reviews covering core subjects tested on the Fundamentals of Engineering
Exam. Our goal is to ensure you start out on the right foot in your career
toward professional licensure. The cost is $5 per review or $15 to attend all
reviews (note: the Hazardous Waste, Wastewater, and Air Pollution reviews are
free of charge). Please visit the link provided and download the free FE
review manual before attending, they will come in handy during the review sessions
(http://ncees.org/engineering/fe/).
Venmo: @Chi-Epsilon-UF forms.gle |
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