Engineering Positions

An ABE alumnus is working for an engineering firm that currently has three open positions currently. One entry level Engineer Intern position (0-2 years’ experience), one Professional Engineer position (4-10 years), and one Senior Professional Engineer position (10+ years.)

 All openings can be found on the company’s LinkedIn page (see below link), where one can view the job descriptions and how to apply. 

"I think this is a great company to work for and would love to have more ABEs at the firm."

 https://www.linkedin.com/company/mccafferty-brinson-consulting-llc/jobs/

SWS 4180 - Earth System Analysis - Dr. Stefan Gerber - Fall 2021

SWS 4180 will be fully online course with an evening online chat session on Tuesday evenings from 7:20 – 8:10 pm. If you have difficulty registering send an e-mail to mjsisk@ufl.edu

mjsisk@ufl.edu. 

UF Engineering Recruitment - Procter & Gamble

There are multiple opportunities below to apply for an internship or full-time role at Procter & Gamble. P&G is a global fortune 50 company with brands you might recognize like Tide, Bounty, Pampers, Charmin, Gillette, Olay, Pantene, Crest, Oral B, NyQuil, and many more! Beyond being a leading CPG company, they are known as one of the top companies for developing leaders. Of equal importance, P&G is unparalleled in their commitment to Sustainability and Equality & Inclusion. To learn more, click these links:
P&G’s Sustainability Commitments
P&G’s Commitment to Equality & Inclusion

Please consider applying to the below opportunities ASAP. P&G has an accelerated timeline to find talent as early as possible and they love our Gators! They begin interviewing early with first round interviews scheduled for mid September either virtually or on campus. You do not want to miss this opportunity!

Please see the visual attached for information on all our technical opportunities. Here you will see applications for college programs, internships and full time careers.

For a breakdown of our recruitment process this year please see the link below
https://www.pgcareers.com/us-campus-timeline

Further, on August 19, 7:00 - 8:30 PM, we are very excited to be hosting a signature recruiting event that will feature our CEO, David Taylor, on how he’s made an impact throughout his career and why he believes that at P&G, the largest consumer goods company in the world, THE TIME IS NOW to make a meaningful impact! There will be opportunity for Q&A and networking with company leaders following the session. This is a highly encouraged way to begin learning about our company so be sure to take advantage of it!

https://www.pg-timeisnow.com/

We hope to see your application to be part of a company that impacts the world each and every day. Go Gators and Go P&G!

UF in Austria Study Abroad, Summer B 2022

 

Fall 2021 Course - PLP4932 Impact Network Analysis Workshop

New Fall 2021 Undergraduate Research Course with Paid Assistantship

Note that the course is limited to 6 participants so interested students will need to apply by August 12, as described at the link below.

This new workshop course will provide these benefits to students

• An opportunity to work in a team to coauthor a scientific paper in a peer-reviewed journal
• A workshop assistantship of $2000 for the semester
• Experience using the R programming environment
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary team addressing important problems in agricultural development and food security

For more information, please see the attached course information, and https://www.garrettlab.com/ina-workshop-fall-2021/

The Ohio State University ABE Graduate Research Opportunities

 

Suwannee Valley Feed - Mill Supervisor position

The Mill Supervisor works directly with and reports to the Mill Manager. The position is responsible for managing facilities and personnel to produce animal feed as efficiently as possible while meeting all of Suwannee Valley Feed’s performance guidelines. In general, this position is responsible for setting performance standards, managing labor costs, complying with SVF’s Food Safety & 

Operational Safety Plans, and developing organizational culture.

We are looking for someone that is motivated, can work independently, and understands how to manage & influence people. The position includes a training period in which we will teach them how to operate the entire plant.

Compensation
Annual Salary: $48,100.00 paid bi-weekly
Variable Quarterly Bonus: non-guaranteed quarterly maximum of $2,500.00

For the full job description contact 

Will Barker
Suwannee Valley Feeds, LLC
will.barker@svfeeds.com 

Office (352) 463-2335 | Cell (954) 918-7507
www.svfeeds.com

SHPE Freshman Forum/Info Session

Description: SHPE Info Session! Learn about the organization and what opportunities it has to offer!
Date: Wednesday, August 4th
Time: 5:30 PM
Via: Zoom https://ufl.zoom.us/j/95757082684
Sign Up Form: https://forms.gle/zSLZiJsvBNNYfRch9

Packaging Engineer position - Clemens Food Group

Position Overview: The Packaging Engineer is an integral position at the Clemens Food Group. The Packaging Engineer develops, designs, tests, and implements packaging materials that are part of the products that are produced, as well as developing processes the also produce the products. Working closely with cross-functional teams, the Packaging Engineer will be directly involved with Operations to troubleshoot issues, identify opportunities, and solve challenges. The position will work with internal and external resources to bring innovation and cost savings to the organization, and act as the SME for packaging in Clemens Food Group. In addition, they will also lead sustainability projects to reduce waste from packaging materials, working with internal and external resources to set goals and achieve measurable success.

LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/2618987513/?refId=eke%2BsspPR%2BeYKAgaf%2FLb5A%3D%3D&lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_feed%3BAVAC6g7cSZ65GHZHlf4Q3g%3D%3D&licu=urn%3Ali%3Acontrol%3Ad_flagship3_feed-object&lici=IAJ%2BT2DvubCI2gD7JW1%2F9A%3D%3D 

Clemens Food Group - Careers

https://careers-clemensfoodgroup.icims.com/jobs/15492/job

Apply by Monday! UF SFFGS Academic Assistant

 The SFFGS Academic Advising team is now hiring a Federal Work Study student assistant – work to begin in Summer or Fall 2021.  Remote work location acceptable.

• Job Description– Work with SFFGS Academic Advisors to update degree audits, respond to emails, name and file electronic paperwork, type letters for petitions, register students in SFFGS courses, and any other computer-related or additional tasks needed to complete.
• Hourly Rate  – $10
• Hours Per Week – 10-15 (up to 20, depending on seasonal workload); Flexible schedule
• Required Qualifications – FWS eligible only; Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, typing, digital file storage/maintenance
• Preferred Qualifications – Experience using MailChimp and/or Adobe CS (Photoshop, InDesign, etc.)
• Confidentiality with student records is vital – FERPA Training required before any work may begin

HOW TO APPLY:  Please submit a resume/CV and application by 7/26/21 through https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/517172/federal-work-study-academic-assistant.  Applications will be reviewed as they’re received.  Please contact me with any questions.

Agricultural Job Fair: July 28 @ 2-5pm at Alachua Agricultural and Equestrian Center (and virtually)

 Job Seekers must have an Employ Florida account and register here to attend the event.

Event Details:

• Wednesday, July 28, 2021 from 2 - 5 p.m.
• The in-person event will be at the Alachua Agricultural and Equestrian Center (23100 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669)
• Contact CareerSource at 352-955-2245 or 904-964-8092 or dniolet@careersourcencfl.com with any questions.

https://mailchi.mp/44b9a9153ae8/agricultural-job-fair-on-july-28?e=8455b6eca2  

Fall 2021 course - GENOME EDITING AND PLANT BIOTECHNOLOGY

 

Prereq – PLS3004C | AGR3303 or Instructor Permission - kbegcy.padilla@ufl.edu

Contact Danae Perry for enrollment – d.perry@ufl.edu

Positions now available at Suwannee River Water Management District

The Suwannee River Water Management District currently has two open positions in our regulatory office. Full details can be found on the website:

Engineering Specialist or Engineer I: https://www.mysuwanneeriver.com/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=78&From=All&CommunityJobs=False&JobID=Engineering-Specialist-OR-Engineer-I-Reg-131

Environmental Scientist I or II: https://www.mysuwanneeriver.com/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=78&From=All&CommunityJobs=False&JobID=Environmental-Scientist-I-OR-II-132

Landing page with all of our open positions listed: https://www.mysuwanneeriver.com/Jobs.aspx

ABE Robotics Team wins ASABE award!

 Congratulations to the ABE Robotics Team which won the 'Best Written Report Award' for ASABE.

The members of the team are Bryce Askey, Congliang Zhou, Robert Herring, Xue Zhou, Ruoyao Qin, Songzi Wu and Chi Zhang. The team’s advisors are Dr. Ampatzidis and Dr. Lee.

BE student wins KK Barnes Competition!

Congratulations to Juan Daniel Cornu Sanchez for winning 1st place in the KK Barnes Competition at AIM. 

The title of his research was "Establishing a Method for Investigating Microbial Polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) Production from Anaerobic Digestion Biproducts and his advisor was Dr. Ana Martin Ryals.

Positions Available - Oklahoma Water Resources Center

The Oklahoma Water Resources Center has several open positions that will be headquartered in Stillwater, OK and serve as an integral part of a new collaborative research effort between the Oklahoma State University-OWRC, USDA-Agricultural Research Services (ARS) and the USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS).  This new joint effort, titled Dam Analysis Modernization of Tools, Applications, Guidance and Standardization (DAM-TAGS), will develop engineering tools, design guidance documents, and computational software and applications for monitoring, inspecting and rehabilitation of aging dams. 

• Data Manager https://okstate.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?site=8&id=9572
• Computer Modeler https://okstate.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?site=8&id=9575
• Science Coordinator/Technical Writer https://okstate.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?site=8&id=9573
• Computer Programmer https://okstate.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?site=8&id=9580
• GIS Specialist https://okstate.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?site=8&id=9603

Graduate Position Opening - University of Kentucky

Dr. William Ford is seeking a Ph.D. student interested in studying source, fate and transport of sediment bound contaminants in agroecosystems at the University of Kentucky starting in Spring/Summer 2022. The position will be partially supported by a recently funded NSF project. A summary of the project can be found here. The student supported in this position will have a unique opportunity to perform extended site visits (up to 6 months over 2 years) collaborating with scientists at the USDA-ARS National Soil Erosion Research Laboratory in West Lafayette Indiana, located on Purdue University’s campus.

Applicants will need a degree in engineering from an ABET accredited institution and background in one or more of the following areas: agricultural, biological, civil, and/or environmental engineering. Candidates with strong hydrologic and water quality modeling skills spanning field to watershed-scales, strong technical writing records, and enthusiasm for research are encouraged to apply. Ability and interest to work in both field and laboratory settings will also be an important aspect of the position.

Dr. Ford and his team are committed to an inclusive lab environment and highly encourage students from underrepresented groups to apply. The University of Kentucky has numerous resources to create a welcoming environment for all people (e.g., CAFE Office of Diversity, UK Counseling Center, Behavioral Health at University Health Services). Further, the city of Lexington has several exciting and unique social settings including an expansive microbrew and food scene, miles of bike trails, Keenland Horse Track, Red River Gorge, and the Kentucky Bourbon Trail.

Students will join the Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering Department. Information on the graduate programs and admission can be found at: https://www.engr.uky.edu/research-faculty/departments/biosystems-agricultural-engineering/graduate.

Interested applicants are encouraged to contact Dr. William Ford directly at bill.ford@uky.edu with their resume or CV and research interests.

Arden Home Owners Association - Farm Manager Job

Arden, an award winning master plan, agrihood community in western Palm Beach County, is seeking a dedicated, full-time farm manager to work alongside its two Farm Directors. This is a unique opportunity to be a leader in the agrihood community movement.

The Arden Farm grows organic vegetables for a 200 share CSA that will eventually become a 600 share CSA once all of the homes are built. The farmers also maintain a Childrens’ Garden, two You-Pick Gardens, a Butterfly Garden, a Community Garden, Orchard and General Store.

Working Relationships
Reports directly to Arden Farm Directors. Occasionally works closely with Community Manager, Arden Lifestyle Director and General Store Attendant. Responsibilities

● Support farm directors in all aspects of vegetable, fruit and herb production, including but not limited to seeding, planting, pest, disease and fertility management, field cultivation, irrigation planning, installation and repairs, harvesting and post harvest handling, record keeping, upholding product, food safety standards, etc.
● Manage CSA pick ups on-site in the Barn on Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings from November to May
● Maintain farm infrastructure and landscape with support from contracted vendors, including the cleanliness and orderliness of the store, barn and its surroundings
● Prepare and maintain budgets, as well as supply ordering
● Lead workshops and presentations
● Provide tours of the General Store and Farm
● Provide friendly customer service both in person and by phone
● Support the General Store Attendant in maintaining a positive experience for customers while performing an array of vital functions that include produce handling, merchandising, stocking, cleaning/organizing, maintaining food permits and most importantly, customer service
● Practice and foster team spirit and positive productive working relations with HOA, Developer staff and resident volunteers
● Provide feedback to Management
● Reconcile and report resident issues and concerns
● Maintain dress code
● Complete assigned tasks, phone calls and research to assist farm directors
● Assist HOA team with workshops/events as needed

Required Qualifications and Skills

Qualified candidates must be able to work in various weather conditions, stand for extended periods of time, and are required to repeatedly lift and move up to 50 lbs. This position also requires occasional nights and weekend work.

● At least 3 years of organic vegetable production and farm management experience on a similar or larger scale
● Proven experience independently operating a tractor with various implements
● Excellent work ethic and time management skills
● Strong interpersonal communication skills
● Demonstrated attention to details, experience building efficient systems and record keeping
● Carpentry skills, general “fix it” know how, and is familiar with basic tools
● Enthusiasm for local and sustainable agriculture
● Experience working in a team environment with proven leadership skills
● Timely and dependable
● Able to use retail technology and CSA logistics platform
● A problem solver with a focus on continuous improvement, who is always learning, open to feedback and takes action as required

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

● College Degree in Organic Crop Production, or related field
● Experience growing and managing production for 3+ seasons in a tropical/subtropical climate
● Proven experience writing and maintaining food safety plans and procedures
● Knowledge of tropical fruit production
● Bilingual English/Spanish

All prospective employees must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. Salary is based on experience.

Accepting applications until July 31st. Please email Cover Letter, Resume and three references to farm@myardenfl.com.

No phone calls please. Candidate must be able to start on September 1, 2021.

USDA Engineering Technician

 Please see the following opportunity:

Title: Engineering Technician

Term: 2 years, with further employment depending on funding

Location: USDA ARS lab at Univ. of Toledo

Grade: GS-6 / GS-7

Qualifications: US citizenship and bachelor’s degree.  Software or hardware engineering experience is a plus, but considerable on-the-job training will be provided.

About the lab: This lab is part of the Application and Technology Research Unit of USDA ARS.  Our technicians, post-docs and scientists work on several different research projects related to greenhouses and other aspects of controlled environment agriculture, in collaboration with UT students and faculty.

Duties: use modeling software to simulate energy consumption in greenhouses; hardware/software support of various hands-on engineering projects, including UAV sensor platforms, lighting measurement systems, environmental control systems, and hydroponic systems; utilize 3d printing and CNC machines. 

Contact info: Kale Harbick, Research Agricultural Engineer, USDA-ARS, email address: Kale.Harbick@usda.gov

 

BE Seniors - Thinking of PhD? - Consider this Fall course!

 

Florida Outdoor Writers Association Scholarship - Deadline 6/14/21

Each year, the Florida Outdoor Writers Association awards up to three scholarships of $1000 to college students as a way to encourage them to consider careers in writing, photography or video media related to the outdoors.

Preference is given to journalism and communications majors, but in recent years, a number of winners have come from science majors as well. You can read about them at https://www.fowa.org/winners/.

Note the deadline for this year’s competition is June 14, 2021 at 3pm EST. Applicants need to submit:

• an essay of between 500-750 words;
• a resume; and
• a letter of endorsement from a faculty adviser.

Full details can be found at this link: https://www.flseagrant.org/students/scholarships/fowa/

Virtual Job Fair - June 10th

Career centers at Florida’s 12 public universities, led by the University of Florida’s Career Connections Center, will virtually host the 2021 Virtual Statewide Job Fair on June 10 from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. Current students and alumni from the participating institutions can register to attend at no cost.

About 215 organizations have signed up, more than double the number of organizations that attended in 2020 and nearly 50 more than in 2019. Employers – including Fort Myers Broadcasting Co., the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Morgan Stanley and Tech Data Corporation, a Fortune 500 company ­– are recruiting undergraduate students, graduate students and alumni for full-time, part-time and temporary positions across industries.

The fair will take place on Career Fair Plus, a free app designed for virtual career fairs. The app enables attendees to schedule one-on-one live chats or video calls with recruiters, as well as sort employers by the experience level they’re seeking and the open positions they offer.

Representatives from the Florida Career Centers, the consortium of 12 universities spearheading the event, will also staff a virtual meeting room on the platform where students can drop in for tips on networking with employers, navigating Career Fair Plus and more.

Iverson said attendees should nail down a summary of their background, relevant experience and interests – called an “elevator pitch” – regardless of whether employers plan on live-chatting or video calling. Time slots with recruiters will continue to become available as they set their schedules leading up to June 10, so registrants should continue to check Career Fair Plus for appointments.

NASA Develop-Fall Internships

Apply for 10-week paid research opportunities with the NASA DEVELOP National Program, open to current students and recent college graduates as well as transitioning/early career professionals. 

NASA DEVELOP projects focus on helping local and international communities address their environmental concerns while utilizing NASA's Earth-observing fleet of satellites. NASA DEVELOP operates at eleven locations across the country at NASA Centers and other regional locations. This is a great opportunity for participants who are interested in practical applications of remote sensing and GIS, specifically in the field of Earth Science. Participants will work with NASA scientists, partner organizations, and science advisors to learn about the use of NASA Earth science data for use in water resources, disaster management, ecological forecasting, and other applications to address environmental community concerns. Details about this opportunity and how to apply can be found online at https://develop.larc.nasa.gov/. 

The fall position application window will be open online from May 7th until June 25th, with the term starting September 13th and lasting through November 19th. Please note due to the ongoing pandemic, the DEVELOP fall 2021 term will be conducted virtually. As such, all accepted participants must work remotely from within the United States.

 

DELTA Symposium

 Improving the diversity of our workforce is critical to Corteva’s success.  To cultivate a rich pipeline of diverse candidates for Corteva roles, we are pleased to announce the launch of the R&D Developing Emerging Leaders and Talent inAgriculture (DELTA) symposium, research grant and scholarship programs.  These programs invite under-represented minority undergraduates, graduate students, and postdocs to share their interest and research as well as gain insights to careers in agricultural disciplines, sustainable and reliable food production, and Corteva.  Participants in the symposium will receive a technical overview of the company and a chance to share their own research, network, and develop soft skills that are essential to any industry career. Scholarships are available.

UF SSS federal grant funded TRIO program info sessions

The UF TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) program located in the Office of Academic Support (OAS), will launch our Summer 2021 Recruitment Season during our first three Information Sessions to be held Thursday, June 3rd, Wednesday, June 9th, and Thursday, June 15th.

UF SSS is a federal grant funded TRIO program that provides first-generation, limited income, and/or students with a disability with staff and peer academic coaching, workshops (academic, financial, and wellness), resources for career and graduate school preparation, scholarships, tutoring, social and cultural events, technology resources, peer leadership opportunities, and more!

Zoom links for this week’s information sessions and a Qualtrics link where students can request an application are provided below. Please note that students who are interested in joining the UF SSS program are highly encouraged to apply as soon as possible, since we are limited in the number of students we can admit into the program at this time.

Zoom links for UF SSS Information Sessions:

 
Thursday, June 3 at 4:00pm:
https://ufl.zoom.us/j/96474111564

Wednesday, June 9 at 6:00pm:
https://ufl.zoom.us/j/92813802274

Tuesday, June 15 at 6:00pm:
https://ufl.zoom.us/j/96875057883

Qualtrics link for UF SSS Interest Form:
Online Survey Software | Qualtrics Survey Solutions

Civil/Agricultural Engineer positions - Lake City and Tavares

USA Jobs has posted the following positions in Florida. Use the links below to view all details:

Civil/Agricultural Engineer - MP, GS-810/890-9/11; Lake City and Tavares, FL; Open: 6/2/2021 ; Close: 6/15/2021 .Link to the vacancy announcement: NRCS-21-11125827-MP-FL-AF

Civil/Agricultural Engineer - DE, GS-810/890-9/11; Lake City and Tavares, FL; Open: 6/2/2021; Close: 6/15/2021. Link to the vacancy announcement: NRCS-21-11125835-DE-FL-AF

Florida Climate Institute (FCI) ‘Getting to Neutral’ internship application

Join the Florida Climate Institute (FCI) to help lay the groundwork for ‘Getting to Neutral’ in the State of Florida!

Deadline to apply is 5:00 PM Thursday, June 3, 2021

We are soliciting applications for 6-8 internship positions to work under the mentorship of faculty and other experts for periods of 3-6 months this Summer and Fall to start immediately (20 hours per week; pay commensurate with experience). The FCI seeks student interns to assist with data collection and tracking for the greenhouse gas inventory and support work to evaluate potential net-zero strategies as part of a net-zero action planning effort for the State.

Responsibilities

· Work with project workgroup leads and workgroup members to complete a greenhouse gas inventory based on specific sector
· Collect data from different departments and power utility for inventory
· Create a report demonstrating key findings.
· Determine most valuable metrics for tracking state sustainability for potential integration into strategic plan.
· Recommend goals and initiatives to reduce statewide carbon emissions and achieve net-zero by 2050.
· Draft written materials like reports, plans, and recommendations.
· Other tasks as assigned.

Experience and Skills

· Must be pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in engineering, natural sciences, environmental policy, public administration, sustainability, or economics.
· Ability to compare, analyze, and report on data findings and trends.
· Ability to work independently and add value to their work beyond initial assignment.
· Experience with collecting and organizing data from multiple stakeholders a plus.
· Experience with greenhouse gas inventories, renewable energies and other net-zero strategies and assessments a plus.
· Ability to design visually interesting reports and graphics a plus. Samples appreciated. 

Please send brief statement of interest and resume to Alyssa Hernandez (alyherna@fiu.edu) by June 3rd for priority consideration. Positions are open until filled.

Frog Song Organic Farm - Now Hiring

Frog Song Organic Farm has job opportunities for students and recent graduates. Two CALS alumni own and operate a sixty acre, certified organic farm here in Alachua County. We produce over eighty different crops, raise pastured animals, as well as distribute fresh food across Florida to the Jacksonville, Tampa Bay and Orlando metropolitan areas. We are currently hiring for multiple seasonal, part time and full time positions which will allow for hands-on experience on a production farm. All of the information on jobs is located here on our website: https://frogsongorganics.com/about-us/join-our-team/

Undergraduate Research Opportunities in ABE

Students...are you looking for a volunteer, for credit, or paid undergraduate research position? ABE faculty researchers are looking for excellent undergraduates to work in their labs. To learn more about the opportunities in undergraduate research at ABE visit:  https://abe.ufl.edu/undergraduate-research/

 If you have questions or need assistance, please email Shannon Noble shannon.noble@ufl.edu

EG student wanted to automatize phenotyping stations

The UF Blueberry Breeding and Genomics Lab (https://www.blueberrybreeding.com/) is looking for an undergrad to automate different phenotyping stations. The successful candidate student will assemble automated photographic stations to take pictures and process data of blueberry samples. The candidate must have hands-on experience with Raspberry Pi and/or Arduino systems, be independent, self-motivated, and willing to work in a multidisciplinary environment. There is the possibility of publication and software authorship. No prior experience with plants or biology is needed. It is a paid position after a short experience period. This project will give students the opportunity to work in a diverse environment and, also, to sharpen their knowledge in robotics and programming. And, of course, free fresh blueberries during the harvest period.

We will consider only candidates from Engineering majors with demonstrated experience with Raspberry Pi and/or Arduino projects. If you are interested, send us an e-mail with your CV attached and “Automated phenotyping for blueberries position” in the title. https://cur.aa.ufl.edu/course/automated-phenotyping-for-blueberries/

ABE Newsletter now available!

The latest edition of the ABE Update is available. In this issue, we are highlighting our Pathfinder Fellowship students; announcing our new scholarship endowment; showcasing the ABE Distinguished Achievement, Service, and Alumni Awards; and more. Check it out on our website now at abe.ufl.edu/newsletter!

CALS Summer Career Programs

 Recent Alum Success Series 2021 - career.ufl.edu

Applications due Thursday, May 20th.

 Are you a May 2021 graduate still considering your post-graduation options? Apply for the Recent Alum Success Series, a 6-week program, starting May 26th.

 This is a structured series facilitated by credentialed Career Coaches at the Career Connections Center and is designed to support undergraduate students who recently graduated as they plan for their next step. The series will meet virtually weekly on Wednesday afternoons from May 26th-June 30th from 4-5 PM via Zoom. Applications close on May 20th at 4:30 PM!

 Apply here: https://ufl.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9BJFy72hNixr8JT

Live CALS LinkedIn Review! - career.ufl.edu

Wednesday, June 9 @ 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

 Updating LinkedIn is hard! Let’s make it easier by checking out a few student profiles and seeing what they’re doing right and what they can improve. We’ll check out profiles from many CALS majors, so bring a pen and paper to take notes!

 Zoom link: https://ufl.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcqdO6tpzgtGdTkNZxuQNL_qrjlsUbFXzFV

Take Off! Launch Your Career With CALS Coaches! - career.ufl.edu

Thursday, July 15 @ 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

 Launching a successful career takes resources and relationships. As you start your first or next semester at UF, gain insight into the career resources hosted by CALS and the Career Connections Center. You will leave knowing your next career steps!

 Zoom link: https://ufl.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEvc-qorD8vH9Wz8qQDKcmV1euQuaf-kbpg

 Think Outside the Template - Make Your Resume Yours! - career.ufl.edu

Tuesday, July 27 @ 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

 Want your resume to stand out? Afraid your template with blend in with the competition’s? Join Cathy Carr (CALS Dean’s Office) and Sammie Walker Herrera to learn five ways to tighten up your resume and break out of the template mold.

 Zoom link: https://ufl.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEvc-qorD8vH9Wz8qQDKcmV1euQuaf-kbpg

USDA/NRCS Positions Available

 Direct hire means that if they like your application, they can hire you right away.  Several vacancies are in TX.  These could be bachelor or masters students.  The 5/7/9 means that they can hire at a level appropriate to education and experience. Other jobs can also be found on the USAJobs website. 

  *   Civil Engineer (Geotechnical)  https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/601631300

Research Assistant Position – Range Cattle REC in Ona, FL

The Long-Term Agroecosystem Research (LTAR) network is a partnership among 18 agroecosystems across the United States that addresses the great and complex issues facing US food, feed, fuel, and fiber production (LTAR https://ltar.nal.usda.gov).

University of Florida, Range Cattle Research Center and its partner Archbold Biological Station (Archbold-UF Range Cattle Subtropical) LTAR sites are focused primarily on productivity and sustainability of forage-based grazing systems in subtropical environments with special emphasis on the impacts of grazing land management on ecosystem services under a climate change scenario.

University of Florida, Range Cattle Research Center is accepting applications for a research assistant position based at the UF RCREC site in Ona, FL. The position will be renewable contingent upon continued funding and the expectation is that these positions will remain in place for multiple years.

The Archbold-UF LTAR Research Assistant will collect data in support of LTAR activities.

General Tasks:
Responsible for collection and processing of plant, soil, and greenhouse gas samples
Responsible for plant aboveground and belowground biomass data collection on a monthly schedule
Responsible for drying, sorting (live and dead biomass), and weighing biomass and entering data into excel spreadsheets in an organized manner.
Responsible for assisting with plant diversity and composition data within different grazing land types
Prepares samples and documentation for shipping samples and ships to the analytical laboratory
Responsible for assisting and/or performing laboratory analysis of soil, plant, and gas samples
Maintains excellent records of all activities and data files

Performs other reasonable duties in cooperation with the LTAR Research Scientists, as needed. It is expected that the research assistant will be able to perform most tasks independently as needed after initial training in tasks has been acquired. The research assistant will be willing to collect data in the field, drive field trucks between data collection sites, organize data into required formats, assist with fire and cattle management, and perform all task in a highly professional manner. Travel between the cooperating sites is expected.

Minimum Requirements:
A bachelor degree in soil science, agronomy, agroecology, or equivalent.
A valid driver license
Willingness to work long hours in the field in sub-tropical Florida environment

Please apply online at https://jobs.ufl.edu (position # 516594, link: https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/516594/research-assistant). Please include a cover letter explaining your specific interest in joining the LTAR team, CV, and names and contact information of three references along with your applicaton. Competitive salary with full benefits. The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institutions dedicated to building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty and staff.

Closing date: open until filled
Expected start date: Immediately
Location: Ona, FL

Supervisor: Maria L. Silveira. Soil and Water Science. UF/IFAS Range Cattle Research and Education Center. 3401 Experiment Station. Ona, FL 33865

Phone: (863) 735-1314 ext. 209. Email: mlas@ufl.edu
Term: 1 year with potential for renewal
Salary: Commensurate with education and experience (starting salary of $35,000)

USDA-NRCS Job position

An AOM alumni will have a Soil Conservationist position opening in his office soon. He is looking for students who are interested in working for the USDA-NRCS. This position doesn’t require any experience but students should have a B.S. or be graduating this semester. There is an education requirement of 12 combined credit hours of Soils and Agronomy related coursework, although the interpretation of that requirement can be broad.

If you are interested please use the contact info below. I’d like to see a resume and transcript (unofficial is fine). Applicants will be asked to complete the full Federal Job application after selection. There is no deadline to apply but once a selection is made the posting will close.

Derrick Wyle
District Conservationist
Natural Resources Conservation Service, USDA
Ft. Myers Field Office
Servicing Lee and Collier Counties
Office Phone: (239) 214-3114
Cellular Telephone: (239) 398-3943

Collective Water Resources - Internship/Employment

Collective Water Resources is seeking a creative, passionate, and self-motivated engineer intern/engineer-in-training to join our team to work at the forefront of water resources and resilience. We are focused on improving the lives of others by creating products, processes, and tools that reduce the impact of climate change on the environment, economy, and society. The ideal candidate will have outstanding communications skills, a demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while performing high quality work, and a strong desire to learn. The position requires a working knowledge in stormwater, water resources, hydrology, and a degree in civil, environmental, ecological, agricultural/biological, or related engineering field from an accredited institution. The ideal candidate will also have some background or experience with graduate-level hydrology, GIS, modeling, and environmental policy. Ideal candidates will have between 0 - 3 years of experience in consulting/engineering. Position location is in West Palm Beach. Interested candidates should email a cover letter and resume to careers@collectivewater.com.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

•Support the development, pursuit and delivery of planning projects associated with water resources, stormwater, and resilience.
• Collect, review, process, and manage data in support of hydrologic and hydraulic engineering analyses utilizing programs such as ArcGIS, Excel, and other hydrologic and hydraulic modeling platforms
• Prepare technical documents and reports under the supervision of an experienced engineer/professional
• Communicate with internal and external clients
Minimum Required Qualifications:
• BS or MS in Civil, Environmental, Ecological, Agricultural/Biological or related Engineering field from an accredited institution
• Certification as an Engineer Intern (pending or active)
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Excel, and GIS (preferred but not mandatory)
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
• Positive attitude and a strong work ethic
• Strong sense of urgency to meet deadlines
• Detail-oriented team player with an ability to contribute to a positive work environment
• Ability to work independently and as a team

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/AA/DFWP

Learn more about us at http://www.collectivewater.com/

Summer B Course - Field Techniques in IPM

 

Seeking Learning Assistants for MAC2311 Fall 21

 The Department of Mathematics is looking for undergraduates who (a) have done well in calculus, and (b) have a sincere interest in helping instructors with classroom work,  to serve as learning assistants for the flipped lectures of MAC2311 in Fall 2021. 

This assignment will require attending class every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday to assist the instructor as needed. If desired, learning assistants could be registered for one credit of MAT 4905 on the S/U option. 

If you are interested, please complete ask Robin Snyder to send you the application so you can complete it and email it to Dr. Alex York at a.york@ufl.edu by Friday, May 21.

Master Gardener Class Fall 2021-ALS3110

 

$1000 FOWA/Florida Sea Grant Outdoor Communicators Scholarship - Now Accepting Applications

Each year, the Florida Outdoor Writers Association awards up to three scholarships of $1000 to college students as a way to encourage them to consider careers in writing, photography or video media related to the outdoors.

Note the deadline for this year’s competition is June 14, 2021 at 3pm EST. Applicants need to submit:

• an essay of between 500-750 words;
• a resume; and
• a letter of endorsement from a faculty adviser.

Full details can be found at this link: https://www.flseagrant.org/students/scholarships/fowa/

Davey Forestry Job & Internship Opportunities

The first project is for alumni and new graduates. We are seeking Roaming Utility Foresters who are available to travel throughout California for a period of 3-6 months of project work (minimum commitment of 2 months required). Compensation will start at $20/Hr and additional benefits will include guaranteed Over-Time(50 Hr Weeks), hotel and subsistence per diem 7 days per week, compensated flights.

Our other project is perfect for current students who are seeking an internship experience. It is a 3 Month Summer Forestry Internship Program in Lexington, KY. This project involves identifying hazardous trees that can cause damage to the utility infrastructure there. This position will also have the additional benefit of hotel and per diems being provided.

We are currently hiring all skill levels and backgrounds.

Students and Alumni interested in other opportunities that Davey has can check out our job opportunities at jobs.davey.com

OPS Summer job - SWS Department

The Sustainable Nutrient Systems Lab in Soil & Water Sciences Department is looking for two undergraduate OPS workers for this summer.  Please ask interested students to get into contact with Dr. Rao Mylavarapu (raom@ufl.edu) as soon as possible. Preferably, the students need to be able to work up to 20 hours per week and be willing to do both lab and fieldwork.

HWCOE Career Services update

1. Recent Alumni Success Cohort: May 26th to June 23rd.

This is a structured series facilitated by credentialed Career Coaches at the Career Connection Center and is meant to support students who recently graduated UF as they plan for their next step. This is a 4-week program starting on May 26th, the cohort will meet virtually weekly on Wednesday afternoons from 4 to 5 PM via Zoom. Application close on May 17th at 5:00 PM. https://ufl.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6JeJa2QHHcMQVRI

2. P&G StandOut Camp: Aug 10th through 13th with students travelling to the manufacturing site on the 10th.

The objective of this initiative is to provide a 3-day WOW experience at a manufacturing site that will build meaningful relationships, provide a realistic job preview, and offer an opportunity to interview for a 2021 summer internship.

During the Standout Emerging Leaders Manufacturing Camp, participants can expect to....

1. Visit our one of our premier Plant Manufacturing sites at either the west coast (Box Elder, UT) or the east coast (Greensboro, NC) and meet with leaders and new hires across P&G - All Expenses Paid!
2. Get to know what P&G all is about, life in the community and an immersive experience in one of our manufacturing facilities
3. Complete a final round interview for an internship the following year with placement being at one of our regional manufacturing facilities.

This year, we are looking for 15 top, diverse students interested in manufacturing careers that will be starting their junior year of college in Fall 2021 for both our Box Elder, UT and Greensboro, NC opportunities. We are currently accepting and reviewing applications and will be extending offers on a rolling basis. For more information on the camp, see the attached pdf brochure that can be shared with students or visit www.pgcareers.com/standout-mfg.

3. Contact your Career Coach: Erin Lin, elin@ufsa.ufl.edu

Geosyntec Consultants - Part-time Environmental Engineering/Geology Intern

 One of our alumni has notified us of a position opening at Geosyntec Consultants.

We are seeking a part time intern this summer in our Jacksonville office. It’s part time and in Jax but I think if the person lived in Gainesville they could maybe work it out to be 2 10-hour days or something and just commute in those days. The office is downtown so 1.5 hours from Gainesville or less.

https://jobs.ourcareerpages.com/job/612116?source=GeoUS&jobFeedCode=GeoUS

FE Exam Preparation Webinar - Registration open

Here is direct access to the registration webpage as well: https://asabe.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-E0U_2IUQ82ufPZxnayW7w

 

Temporary OPS position in nutrient and water management (Gainesville campus)

A full-time temporary OPS position is available at the University of Florida (Gainesville campus)
to study the effects of nutrient and water management in organic mixed vegetable production
systems. This OPS position will be split between the Sustainable Nutrient Management Systems
Lab (Dr. Maltais-Landry) in the Soil and Water Sciences Department and the Urban Water
Resources lab (Dr. Eban Bean) in the Agricultural & Biological Engineering Department.

This position will combine field research conducted at the UF Plant Science Research and
Education Unit (Citra) with field trials conducted on growers’ fields located in Alachua County.
This work will mainly focus on carbon and nutrient cycling in crops and soils, soil health, and
water management. The OPS will work in close collaboration with a postdoctoral research
associate and assist with field and lab work, in addition to data compilation and analysis.

Responsibilities:
• Assist with the implementation of field experiments at Citra and on growers’ fields;
• Conduct sample collection for soil, crop and water;
• Process experimental samples in the laboratory;
• Collect data and maintain field equipment;
• Compile data prior to interpretation and analysis.

Minimum qualifications:
• BS in biology, soil science, agricultural sciences (e.g., Agronomy, Horticulture) or related
engineering field (e.g., Agricultural, Biological, Ecological) at the beginning of employment;
• Prior experience in field and/or lab work in soil, crop and/or water sciences;
• Capacity to compile data using Microsoft Excel;
• Punctuality, attention to detail and capacity to work in hot and humid conditions;
• Must have a valid US driver’s license;
• Availability to work from May 2021 to December 2021.

Preferred qualifications: Prior experience in both field and lab work; capacity to conduct
preliminary data analysis in R; availability to work in this position until December 2022.

Advertised salary: $13/h to $15/h depending on experience
Start date: Between May 1 and May 30, 2021
Expected end date: December 31, 2022

Interested? Submit a brief cover letter, a CV and two references (with contact information)
to Gabriel Maltais-Landry (maltaislandryg@ufl.edu).

FRE Program - Master of Agribusiness - Online

The Food & Resource Economics Department is now offering their one-year Master of Agribusiness completely online!

The MAB offers students in many disciplines the opportunity to obtain the business background they need to be competitive in the workforce.

• Courses in finance, public policy, management strategies, risk management, international marketing, decision-making, and quantitative methods.
• Blends business and economics with the applied science of agriculture, providing methods for solving real-world problems.
• Includes a summer internship in which students have the opportunity to put to use the skills learned in the program.
• Provides students the knowledge and skills necessary for careers in a changing and complex economy.
• Prepares students for employment in a wide variety of industries in occupations including managers, financial advisors, account executives, bankers, farmers, sales representatives, procurers, producers, merchandisers, consultants, entrepreneurs, and public school teachers.

Application requirements:

• 3.0 upper division GPA
• B or better grades in the four prerequisite courses:
• Microeconomics ,or AEB 2014 Economic Issues, Food, and You
• Management, or AEB 3133 Principles of Agribusiness Management
• Financial Accounting, or AEB 3122 Financial Planning for Agribusiness
• Statistics
• Three strong letters of recommendation
• Statement of purpose

More information:

• Summer B Admission only
• No GRE required!
• Application Deadline: May 15, 2021

Program info including application link: https://fred.ifas.ufl.edu/current-students/graduate/master-of-agribusiness-non-thesis/
Questions? Contact Jess Herman, Graduate Advisor at jherman@ufl.edu

Ohio State PhD opportunity

Graduate Research Associate Position: Remote Sensing and Data Analytics for Sustainable Agriculture

The AgSensing Lab (ASL) in the Department of Food, Agricultural and Biological Engineering at the Ohio State University is recruiting a PhD student starting in Fall of 2021 to work in the areas of remote sensing and data analytics for sustainable agriculture.

The ideal candidates should have the following qualifications and experiences:

• BS or MS degree in agricultural, mechanical, civil, or electrical engineering; environmental science; computer science; or other related disciplines.
• Experience with statistical analyses and computer-programming (Python, R, OpenCV, MATLAB, etc.).
• Experience in remote sensing, GIS, ecosystem modeling, precision agriculture technologies.
• Ability to learn/adopt skills and knowledge in solving “real-world” problems.
• Creative and independent research abilities with teamwork spirit.
• Strong oral and written communications skills.

Salary and Benefits: Starting salary/stipend will be competitive. The position will include full benefits as per OSU guidelines, including tuition and health care benefits. Anticipated Starting Term: Fall 2021 (Open until filled). Applications will be reviewed as received. 

How to Apply: Please email the following materials to Dr. Sami Khanal (khanal.3@osu.edu): • Detailed CV • Academic transcripts (unofficial copies at this point) • Unofficial GRE and TOEFL (only for international students) test scores

Summer Institute on Sustainability and Energy

Link to further information: https://uicsise.com/qanda

Due date: June 1, 2021 

 

RecSports summer jobs

The Department of Recreational Sports’ Strength & Conditioning team is hiring for this summer! Applications close soon, apply now!

Know any other UF students that you think would be interested? Invite them to apply too!

Questions? Email Estelle Gyimah egyimah@ufsa.ufl.edu

Summer B Course in Pest Management

 

Internships - GreenTechnologies

GreenTechnologies is an organic fertilizer manufacturer. Our facilities located north of Gainesville. We have paid internship positions available for graduate and undergraduate students. Students will gain experience in the area of production, packaging, office, and machinery operations with opportunities to full time employments after graduation. 

Interested students may apply by sending their resume to: info@green-edge.com

Engineering Hot Jobs

As we are approaching to summer, there are more employers interested in hiring students for both full time and internship opportunities. https://www.eng.ufl.edu/students/students/career-services/find-a-job/. 

Some of the most recently posted full time opportunities are:

• 824746 Process Engineer III 4/8/2021 Plasma-Therm LLC Full-Time
• 824747 Electrical Engineer I 4/8/2021 Plasma-Therm LLC Full-Time
• 824744 Process Engineer I 4/8/2021 Plasma-Therm LLC Full-Time
• 824745 Process Engineer II 4/8/2021 Plasma-Therm LLC Full-Time
• 821122 Technical Marketing Leadership Development Program Fulltime 4/8/2021 Siemens Full-Time
• 824741 Senior Software Developer (Remote) 4/7/2021 AnswerRocket Full-Time
• 824740 Data Science Application Developer (Remote) 4/7/2021 AnswerRocket Full-Time
• 824738 Geotechnical / CMT Assistant Project Manager 4/7/2021 ESP Associates, P.A. Full-Time
• 820077 Teach English in Japan with AEON 4/6/2021 AEON CORPORATION Full-Time
• 824695 Software Developer 4/6/2021 Gleim Publications Full-Time
• 824708 Internship – Planning & Development (Transportation) 4/6/2021 Pasco County BOCC Full-Time
• 824716 Mechanical Project Engineer 4/6/2021 Valve Research & Mfg. Co. Full-Time
• 824673 Engineer Trainee 4/5/2021 John Crane Full-Time
• 824657 Service Leadership Program (2020-2021 Graduates) 4/2/2021 Gartner Full-Time
• 822970 Historic Preservation Officer 4/1/2021 City of Gainesville Full-Time
• 824643 Technical Sales Engineer Associate 4/1/2021 Contech Engineered Solutions LLC Full-Time

Summer Internship opportunity at Keys Energy Services - Key West, FL

The American Public Power Association’s Demonstration of Energy & Efficiency Developments (DEED) program recently awarded KEYS with funds to sponsor a paid student internship for the summer of 2021. The internship is intended to help nurture workforce development and introduce students to careers in public power. The selected intern will be assigned to work within the Transmission & Distribution department, specifically alongside the Project Engineer and Electrical section.

To be eligible, the selected student must be enrolled full-time at a technical/trade school or accredited college or university in the U.S., pursuing a degree in engineering, electronics, or related field. Additional eligibility requirements can be found here: Internship Opportunities | KEYS Energy Services

Employment Opportunity - Ag Assistant Position at the UF Beef Research Unit

Graduates or graduating students who have experience in cattle and ranch management can apply for an Agricultural Assistant Position at the UF Beef Research Unit.  It pays $15/hour and Danny Driver is the head manager. Danny’s email is ddriver@ufl.edu

Some of the responsibilities are feeding cattle pastures in the mornings per the weekly assigned feed schedule and relocating and working herds in cow pens to vaccinate/deworm/weigh/ear tag/ etc.. In the calving season, an agricultural assistant would have to look out for cows having trouble with labor, and pull and revive calves if necessary in a cattle chute. Other responsibilities are repairing fence, pressure washing cattle pens and other equipment, and operating tractors and it’s implements.