Everyone is welcome to participate in this year’s BioBlitz2024, an event during which members of the UMD/ENST community will survey all flora and fauna around the UMD golf course present during a 24-hr period. The data is used to compete in the annual Audubon International Golf Course BioBlitz competition. Remember to register first!
The Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince George's County is currently accepting applications for collegiate internship positions. This is a fantastic opportunity for students like you to gain valuable experience in a dynamic and rewarding environment.
As an intern with the Department of Parks and Recreation, you'll have the chance to:
- Gain hands-on experience in various aspects of park management and recreational programming
- Work alongside experienced professionals who are dedicated to enhancing our community's quality of life
- Contribute to meaningful projects and initiatives that make a positive impact
To apply for this internship opportunity, please visit governmentjobs.com and search for the job posting under the Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George's County.
Don't miss out on this chance to jumpstart your career and make a difference in your community!
If you have questions or would like more information regarding the position, feel free to contact me directly via email or to our Senior Talent Management Specialist, Barbara Hyppolite. Thank you for considering this opportunity, and I look forward to potentially working with you as part of our collegiate internship program.
Khalil Reid
Talent Management and Diversity Assistant
Office of the Director | Human Resources
M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George's County
7833 Walker Drive, Suite 100, Greenbelt, MD 20770
Everyone is invited to participate in this year's BioBlitz. A BioBlitz is a 24-hour period when each species is recorded and documented. Documentation gathered from ENST462 students, faculty, staff, and volunteers will be submitted by UMD's Golf Course again this year in the Audubon International BioBlitz. Last year was our first year to compete and we came in 1st and 3rd! This year we hope to recruit more volunteers and win another contest. Please help us spread the word that we need more volunteers to identify biodiversity during the morning of May 4th from 6:30-9:30am.
Maryland Administrator Pathways (MAP) is a unique program that pairs students with an on-campus unit and exposes them to the inner workings of the university. This paid internship is designed for students with an interest in a career in higher education administration and will offer rehire potential and post-graduation employment opportunities!
Through this program, you will learn how the university operates on a day-to-day basis, including how resources are allocated, how decisions are made, and how different departments work together to achieve common goals. You will have the opportunity to interface with staff from a range of departments, learn about multiple functional areas of the university, and receive training and professional development for career readiness!
As a participant in the MAP program, you will benefit from:
One-on-one mentorship from experienced administrators on campus
The opportunity to work on projects and initiatives that align with your interests and career goals.
Monthly professional development workshops and networking events with other MAP interns and university staff.
The chance to build relationships with key staff on campus and a cohort of like-minded peers, while gaining exposure to different areas of the university.
If you are interested in applying for the MAP program, please click here to learn more and apply! The deadline to apply is April 30, 2024.
If you have any questions or would like to learn more about the program, please don't hesitate to contact us at MAPintern@umd.edu.
The USDA Oregon Farm Service Agency is hiring a
Program Technician in Enterprise, Oregon.
This vacancy announcement is open to U.S. Citizens and U.S. Nationals.
Opening & Closing Dates:
04/17/2024 to 04/30/2024
Interested parties must submit a complete application on the USAJobs website here with all of the required documents for consideration.
Graduating Seniors -
We look forward to seeing you next Monday to Celebrate Earth Day with ENST. All events will be under a tent in our ANSC Courtyard.
Job description
The Human-Wildlife Interactions Lab at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) is recruiting two Field Telemetry Technicians (one Lead, one Supporting) to aid in an 11-week study of bats in the northern plains of Missouri. The Missouri Bat Project is an 8-year study and collaboration between UIUC and the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC). The main goal of the project is to understand how federally endangered Indiana bats (Myotis sodalis) are affected by timber management on MDC conservation lands. Technicians will gather data on bat distributions and roosting ecology on six conservation areas, with most time spent outdoors collecting field data. Candidates should expect to work in inclement weather and will be exposed to ticks. Therefore, applicants should be confident in field abilities, noting the physical demands of the work. Must have a flexible schedule and be able to work long hours and different times and days (including weekends and nights). You will live and work in a team environment. The position offers an excellent opportunity to conduct research on federally listed bats and to gain experience working alongside state wildlife biologists and bat ecologists.
Job Requirements:
Lead: This position will aid a PhD student in supervising the work of five technicians and a new MS student. The lead technician will liaison with the project PI, Joy O’Keefe, a PhD student, and collaborators with MDC to coordinate and manage field activities. Both the lead and supporting technician will be responsible for: 1) locating Indiana bat day roost using homing and triangulation radio-telemetry with Yagi antennas, topographical maps, GPS, and compass; 2) collecting data on roost tree characteristics (DBH, tree species identification); 3) conducting nightly exit counts at roost located with telemetry; 4) completing data entry; and 5) assisting with a variety of additional field/lab activities, as needed.
Location:
Northeastern Missouri. The nearest city is Kirksville, MO.
Salary
Temporary, full-time positions. 11 weeks beginning 31 May to 16 August 2024.
Lead: $20/hour
Supporting: $15.50/hour
Bunk housing and field vehicles will be provided. The University of Illinois will not pay for relocation costs (moving expenses).
Qualifications
Lead: Evidence of supervisory experience and at least one field season of advanced radio telemetry experience. Supporting: Evidence of field experience that included a radio telemetry component. For both: Must have obtained a bachelor’s degree (or higher) in wildlife biology, ecology, or closely related field. Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience using radio-telemetry methods and/or conducting research on bats. Must have a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and be in good physical condition. It is also critical that you are detail-oriented and interested in collecting data for research studies. Must possess a valid driver's license, pass driving record check, and willing to be trained to operate a 4WD vehicle, on- or off-road.
Application process: To apply for this position, please combine your cover letter, resume and contact information for three references into one pdf file and send to Casey Wagnon (cwagnon2@illinois.edu). Applications received by 15 April 2024 will be given the highest consideration. In the subject line of your email, please indicate for which position(s) you are applying.
The University of Illinois does not discriminate based on sex, race, age, national origin, sexual orientation, including gender identity or expression, religion, disability, or veteran status. In line with its commitment to equal opportunity, the University will recruit, hire, promote, education, and provide services to people based upon their individual qualifications meeting established criteria.
The Wetlands & Waterways Protection Program at MDE has a summer internship position available for college students. Work will include activities in all three divisions (Tidal Wetlands, Nontidal Wetlands, and Waterway Construction). The start date for the MDE/Wetlands Program internship is June 6th, and the end date is August 31st (can be earlier if needed - most students end early).
With questions or to apply, please contact
Tammy K. Roberson
Chief, Tidal Wetlands Division
Water and Science Administration
Maryland Department of the Environment
tammy.roberson@maryland.gov
Chesapeake Network (https://www.chesapeakenetwork.org/) - has a widely used job board for the region
Chesapeake Conservation and Climate Corps (https://cbtrust.org/chesapeake-climate-corps/) - participation is a great pathway to finding a permanent environmental job (I know some of our students have done this in the past)
Application Deadline: April 19
Prospective students can learn more and apply at this link.
Point of contact: Any questions can be directed to the Rawlings graduate assistant, Maleeha Coleburn (cmaleeha@umd.edu).
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Two great opportunities to help offset the costs of taking an unpaid internship, the Bright Futures Scholarship and the Sustainability Internship Scholarship.
Bright Futures Initiative: 'Unpaid Internship' Scholarship
Application Opens: Monday, April 1, 2024
Application Closes: Monday, May 6, 2024
The Bright Futures Initiative awards students with need-based scholarships ranging from $100-$1,000 to help offset expenses incurred during unpaid internships.
Eligibility
Registered UMD undergraduate students returning to campus for fall 2004. May 2024 graduating seniors are not eligible.
A secured unpaid on-campus and off-campus internship with a non-profit organization or government agency for summer 2024.
A new internship experience during summer 2024 and completed by the start of the fall 2024 semester.
Supervised by a professional in the field.
Preference will be given to juniors and seniors graduating in December.
Preference will also be given to those who have not previously received this scholarship.
This scholarship is generously funded by the Eisen Family, the University Career Center & The President’s Promise, and individual donors through Maryland Giving Day.
Sustainability Internship Scholarship
Application Opens: Monday, April 8, 2024
Application Closes: Friday, May 3, 2024
The Sustainability Internship Scholarship will help off-set expenses associated with an unpaid internship. Scholarship awards ranging from $500-$1,500 are available to help offset expenses.
Eligibility
The internship must be related to sustainability or with an organization that aligns with the UN’s organization aligned with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals.
Registered UMD undergraduate students returning to campus for fall 2004. May 2024 graduating seniors are not eligible.
A secured summer unpaid internship with a nonprofit or government agency.
Supervised by a professional in the field.
All class years are welcome to apply.
This scholarship is made possible through a partnership between UMD's Student Government Association, Office of Sustainability and the University Career Center & The President’s Promise.
Bright Futures Initiative: 'Unpaid Internship' Scholarship
Application Opens: Monday, April 1, 2024
Application Closes: Monday, May 6, 2024
The Bright Futures Initiative awards students with need-based scholarships ranging from $100-$1,000 to help offset expenses incurred during unpaid internships.
Eligibility
This scholarship is generously funded by the Eisen Family, the University Career Center & The President’s Promise, and individual donors through Maryland Giving Day.
Sustainability Internship Scholarship
Application Opens: Monday, April 8, 2024
Application Closes: Friday, May 3, 2024
The Sustainability Internship Scholarship will help off-set expenses associated with an unpaid internship. Scholarship awards ranging from $500-$1,500 are available to help offset expenses.
Eligibility
This scholarship is made possible through a partnership between UMD's Student Government Association, Office of Sustainability and the University Career Center & The President’s Promise.
Scholarship extended to April 11
Please help us spread the word of ENST's annual Scholarship Opportunity. Two unique kinds of scholarships were created by and funded by agricultural engineers many years ago are available to help ENST Ecological Technology Design students:
An undergraduate student in their junior year (more than 30 credits left before graduating) in ENST's Ecological Technology Design concentration can apply for a scholarship grant to assist in academic expenses for their final (senior) year. Applicants must be permanent U.S. Citizens and enrolled full-time during Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 semesters. Numbers of recipients and scholarship award amounts may slightly vary with a cap of $2,000. Half of the amount will be deposited into the student's UMD financial account in summer to cover fall tuition and the second half will be deposited later to cover spring tuition. Please click here to apply by the April 11, 2024 deadline. Questions are welcomed at shannon3@umd.edu.
Interested in learning how to become a hunter, but don't know where to start?
Then this Hunting 101 workshop workshop is for you. Held at Point Pleasant Farm on April 11, the workshop is geared to folks with little to no knowledge about hunting, but who would like a primer on the topic before diving into getting a hunter education certificate.
The workshop will provide a chance to learn about wildlife biology, hunting tactics, and gear that aren't covered in the hunter education course. Agenda below.
Click here to register.
Agenda:
8:30am Gates Open. Coffee & pastries.
9:00-9:15 Introduction to Point Pleasant Property
Dr. Luke Macaulay & Torey Vayer - UMD Extension and Maryland DNR
This quick introduction will give you a taste of the Point Pleasant property, a chance to meet the expert instructors, and an overview of the day’s schedule.
9:15-9:30 Hunting Ethics and Connections to Conservation
Sam Hopkins - Maryland DNR
This session will explore responsible hunting practices and how hunters play a vital role in wildlife conservation
9:30-10:30 Rules and Regulations Overview
Candy Collison - Maryland DNR
Candy will demystify hunting regulations and the license buying process through a short presentation, followed by a hands-on activity to solidify your understanding
10:30-11:30 Before the Hunt
Geared towards novice hunters, this session dives into game biology and scouting techniques through a presentation, culminating in a hands-on outdoor activity to put your knowledge to the test.
11:30-12:30 Lunch (provided)
Gear Q&A
Multiple display tables will be set up with hunting essentials for your perusal during the lunch break. Instructors will be hanging around, prepared to answer any gear related questions you may have
12:30-1:30 Firearms Introduction
This session provides a safe introduction to firearms, covering basic hunter safety rules, and
showcasing various firearm types through demonstrations with non-functional models
1:30-2:30 Stand and Blind Demos
Chris Markin - Maryland DNR
Chris will break down different types of hunting blinds and stands through hands-on demonstrations, giving you a chance to try them for yourself.
2:30-3:00 After the Hunt
This session will provide an overview of tracking, field dressing, and game processing resources through a short presentation and an outdoor activity.
This event will be photographed and video-recorded for sharing online after the event.
Point Pleasant Foundation, established through the generosity of the late Bob Pascal, is dedicated to enhancing research & education for wildlife and natural resource conservation.
We seek a prospective student interested in pursuing a graduate degree in partnership with an
interdisciplinary project focused on human dimensions of urban human-wildlife interactions
(particularly carnivores). The assistantship is available through the Department of Natural
Resources & the Environment at University of Connecticut. Start date is August 2024. A
Master of Science student is preferred and the likely hire, but PhD students will be considered.
This position is part of a larger interdisciplinary effort focused on social-ecological drivers and
outcomes of urban human-carnivore interactions across four US metro regions to examine spatial
and temporal patterns of those interactions, and public and managerial factors that influence use
and acceptability of wildlife management strategies. Planned focal species are coyotes and
raccoons. The project is led by the Lincoln Park Zoo, and leverages wildlife data and
relationships through the Urban Wildlife Information Network (UWIN). The selected candidate
will work most closely with the social science project sub-team: Anita Morzillo (UConn), Anne
Short Gianotti (Boston University), Kelli Larson (Arizona State University), Julie Young (Utah
State University), and Maureen Murray (Lincoln Park Zoo).
Planned work for this assistantship will focus on stakeholder interviews, mapping of interview
data in relation to ecological (e.g., camera trap) data, understanding tipping points that affect
human response to wildlife-related events, and decision-making about response to those events
and wildlife management policy. Results will contribute to broader understanding of human-
wildlife dynamics within urban regions, and how characteristics of the urban landscape influence
those dynamics. There is some flexibility in the thesis or dissertation topic emphasis, to be
determined based on the interests of the selected applicant. However, it should be noted that data
collection associated with this assistantship will focus on human dimensions (social science).
Applicants should have: 1) a background in natural resources, human dimensions of wildlife,
human-wildlife interactions, geography, landscape ecology, urban ecosystems, and/or a related
discipline, 2) interest in contributing to socio-ecological or coupled natural-human systems
research, 3) interest in social science data collection and analysis (qualitative and quantitative),
and 4) the ability to work both independently and as part of a research team. The student will be
expected to present research results at professional conferences, publish research results in peer-
reviewed scientific outlets, and pursue extramural funding to supplement their assistantship, as
appropriate. A working knowledge of qualitative social science methodologies, GIS, and/or any
related programming languages (e.g., Python, R) is preferred but not essential.
Interested students are asked to send the following materials directly to me (Anita Morzillo;
anita.morzillo@uconn.edu) as a single *.pdf document: 1) a cover letter describing their
professional background, relevant research experience and interests, career goals, and reasons for
seeking a Master’s or Doctoral degree, 2) names and contact information for three references, 3)
a current curriculum vitae, and 4) copies of transcripts, and 5) GRE scores (if available).
Unofficial copies of transcripts are sufficient for initial contact. GRE scores are not required for
program admission, but helpful for overall application evaluation. Potential students must have
received a GPA equivalent to a 3.0/4.0 in the last 90 term (or 60 semester) hours of their
Bachelor’s degree program. Do not submit materials to the NRE department or UConn Graduate
School at this time.
Application review will begin 15 April 2024, and continue until a candidate is selected.
Further information about the UConn Department of Natural Resources and the Environment
may be found at https://nre.uconn.edu/
The Current Student Scholarship application for all AGNR students is now open! This application is for awards for Fall 2024 and Spring 2025. Students must be planning to enroll in one or both of those semesters with their primary major in the College of AGNR to be eligible to apply. Students graduating in May 2024 or Summer 2024 are not eligible for awards.
All students meeting the basic eligibility above are encouraged to apply.
The application is due by 11:59 am by May 15th. All decisions will be released by July 1st.
Access the application on the College's Scholarships website at go.umd.edu/fundagnr
A job opportunity announcement has opened on USAJOBS for a Hydrologist on the Snow Survey staff in Bozeman.
Hydrologist
NRCS-24-12340284-DE-OR-ARS (open to the public)
GS-1315-7/9/11
Open Dates: March 26, 2024 to April 9, 2024
https://www.usajobs.gov/job/783581800
I wanted to let you know the Office of Sustainability has a huge lineup of events and workshops for Earth Month. Check them out here.
