April 17, 2023

Overview

Whether you live near an ocean or far away, water is a vital resource. Globally, marine habitats are facing mounting threats that stand to affect every person on the planet. Understanding the interconnectedness of natural systems, locally and globally, is critical to a sustainable future. Overfishing, offshore drilling, ocean acidification, or the loss of coral reefs may feel distant, but in this externship, participants will translate marine conservation into a local context. Learn how to make marine issues relevant to any community and identify solutions. Students will explore marine conservation careers, interact with experts and scientists from the National Geographic Society and The Nature Conservancy, conduct research, and connect with local conservation organizations.

Details

• 100% remote and flexible
• Part-time (10 hours/week for 8 weeks)
• Running from late May to late July
• Training included & mentor-led
• $500 stipend

The Experience

• Explore resources and case studies on current marine conservation issues and solutions such as marine protected areas.
• Learn and apply primary and secondary research methods to investigate conservation initiatives and identify regional and local issues that are relevant to marine conservation.
• Speak to local leaders, conservationists, and community members to understand connections to marine conservation.
• Identify gaps in local conservation efforts relevant to marine conservation and propose solutions to issues you may uncover.
• Gain skills in written, verbal and visual storytelling to communicate marine issues and the ways in which your community can help.

Qualifications

• Candidates should be between the ages of 18-25 and have an interest in learning about introductory approaches to conservation and careers in conservation.
• We strongly encourage individuals from locations that are directly impacted by challenges to marine habitats to apply.
• No prior work experience or coursework in conservation or environmental topics is required.

Click this link to apply now!

Topcon Industries currently has two open internships in agriculture for the summer of 2023.

Both internships are located in Livermore California. 

Click here to learn more and apply!

About Pivot Bio: 

Fueled by an innovative drive and a deep understanding of the soil microbiome, Pivot Bio is pioneering game-changing advances in agriculture. Our first commercial product harnesses the power of naturally-occurring microbes to provide nutrients to crops. We are dedicated to providing new sustainable ways for farmers to improve yield as they work to help feed the world’s growing population. Read/Hear more about Pivot Bio on Forbes or PBS News Hour.

Position:  Agronomy Remote Sensing Intern; Preferred location:  Remote

Summer 2022 Internship May - August 2022 

The agronomy field team needs immediate help to expand our remote sensing activities to better characterize research plot locations and better understand product performance. Focus will be on improving and automating workflows related to UAV remote sensing data.

Responsibilities: 

In this role, an intern will: 

• Assist in developing and automating workflows related to agricultural remote sensing including, mosaicking, caculcaling vegetative inces, and temporal analyses

• Assist in data ingestion and quality control

• Support agronomist and trial managers with periodic field observations and updates 

• Develop a field-based learning project and present project objective and results upon

• completion of internship

• Other duties as assigned

Physical Demands: 

• As needed walking, scouting, sampling, and working in production corn fields with varying summer elements 

• Driving between farm sites and other locations as needed 

Qualifications and Experience: 

• Having career experience or currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or higher degree in one of the following: Agronomy, Agricultural Engineering, Crop Sciences, Soil Science, Ecology, Geography, GIS, Remote Sensing, and/or related field

• Must have high attention to detail

• Must be able to learn technical skills of equipment operation

• Preferred, experience in agriculture and/or research field trials

• Preferred, experience operating UAVs, RTK GNSS, and advanced sensors

• Preferred, experience working with remotely sensed data in a geospatial software

• Strong verbal and communication skills 

What we offer: 

• Opportunity to gain professional experience in a progressive company 

• Exciting opportunity to work with a talented and fun team 

Apply on a job board or their company website

Location of Position

·      Primary Location - 3455 Mill Run Dr, 8th Floor, Hilliard, OH 43026

·      Onsite parking is provided at both locations.

Job Description

We are looking for a highly motivated and driven intern to work in our Engineering Services team. This intern position engages in a range of technical service functions supporting the proper application and design of ADS’ stormwater storage and treatment systems products. The position provides technical support primarily to ADS field sales personnel and our customers including consulting engineers, contractors and others that specify and use our products. The primary job responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

·      Engineering technical support for underground stormwater management products

·      Layout of underground stormwater systems given site specific constraints

·      Technical service request tracking and project management via the ADS database

·      Development of new spreadsheets and other technical engineering/sales tools

·      Direct verbal and written communication with ADS customers

Qualifications

·      Position is open to both undergraduate (sophomore, junior, senior) and graduate students.

·      Prefer Civil or Environmental engineering majors, but others will be considered.

·      Prefer experience with Computer Aided Design (CAD) using AutoDesk or similar program         

·      Minimum core GPA of 3.0.

·      Strong verbal and written communication skills, and analytical skills

·      Ability to clearly articulate complex ideas and creatively solve problems

·      Demonstrated interpersonal and relationship management skills

Click here to apply!

The Stress Lab Test Engineer position will instrument (transducers, accelerometers and strain gages) Agricultural Equipment, collect data and analyze data on various component and sub systems of a vehicle in a lab or field environment to determine acceptability of the designs; develop mission profiles for duty cycle development and test stand loading requirements; travel to remote field locations to collect data during key harvest seasons.

Responsibilities

• Full responsibility for executing data acquisition and analysis requests in lab and field settings including planning, instrumentation set up, strain gaging, data collection, analysis, and reporting. Work with design engineers to interpret data for components to achieve desired results.
• The engineer will recommend alternatives to enhance performance, reliability, quality, durability, and margin improvement; and work with the product development team to resolve product issues.
• Prepare, organize and submit timely and concise reports which include data reduction and analysis of system/component performance, reliability, and durability. Maintain accurate and comprehensive test records for reference and analysis.

To view full position details and to apply, click here!

The Ohio Department of Agriculture is currently accepting applications for the following position:

Natural Resources Engineer In-Training - PN 20057821, Divison of Soil and Water Conservation, Ross County. The deadline for applying is Sunday, April 2, 2023. 

The posting is accessible using the following link (you may have to copy and paste into the address line of your internet browser)

External

Internal

FarmWise currently has two internship opportunities available. Click the links below to apply!

Mechanical Intern: https://jobs.lever.co/farmwise/0866d6be-78bc-4f6a-a0df-d2601be9f173 

Electrical Intern: https://jobs.lever.co/farmwise/7dc3d268-1f6c-47dc-af99-753232be1c42

About Trimble’s Internship Program:

As a Trimble intern, you will not only gain valuable hands-on experience, but you will also be given challenging, meaningful tasks that will give you insight to what it's like working full-time as a valued member of a team. Our internships are designed to prepare you for your career journey, while growing as a professional through lunch and learns, professional development courses, team building activities, and social networking events with other interns whether you are in person or remote. Over the course of your internship, we want you to feel like you belong, innovate, and grow personally and professionally. Join Trimble’s community to have a global impact where we value you, your experience, and your skills to propel your career forward.

Key Responsibilities:

Become intimately familiar with product requirements

Work with developers to make sure that new features are created according to marketing requirements

Work with our Marketing Communications to develop Train the Trainer documentation, end-user documentation, and bulletins

Work with development teams on complex, multi-dimensional projects, and learn valuable leadership skills

Learn how to effectively work under pressure and as part of a team

Manage advanced release/beta program for the new phase of the solution and collect user feedback and use to shape the product

Recommended Skills & Experience:

Candidates currently pursuing a degree in Marketing, Engineering, or other related field

Ability to work cross-functionally with sales, product management, strategic marketing, and engineering

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Click this link to apply now!

Jennings Environmental PLLC is a small engineering firm based in Asheville specializing in ecosystem restoration projects. We design and implement natural resilient stream and wetland solutions to enhance water quality, habitats, and community environments. Our team of high-achieving engineers and ecologists enjoys a flexible and rewarding work environment collaborating with motivated clients to solve complex environmental challenges.

We are seeking to hire an entry-level Engineer I to work in a team environment on stream and wetland project design and implementation. The position requires an engineering degree and excellent skills in AutoCAD design. The Engineer I will be mentored by senior professional engineers while serving on project teams responsible for planning, design, permitting, implementation, and inspection of ecosystem restoration projects. Compensation and benefits are competitive. This position is based in Asheville and may include a hybrid office/home work station arrangement.

Qualifications for successful candidates include the following:

·       Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering with emphasis on environmental and ecological engineering.

·       Engineer Intern (EI) Certification or qualification to take the FE Exam on the next available exam date offered by the NC Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors.

·       Excellent skills in AutoCAD design.

·       Consistent focus on accuracy and completeness of work products.

·       Strong critical thinking abilities and communication skills in a project team environment.

·       Excellent task and time management skills.

·       Strong preference for working on nature-based solutions to environmental challenges.

To apply for this position, e-mail a letter of interest and resume to:

           Greg Jennings, PhD, PE, President

           919-600-4790

          greg@jenningsenv.com

All applicants must be authorized to work in the USA. We participate in E-Verify. Information from Form I-9 is used to confirm work authorization.

Since 1996, OCA has awarded nearly $350,000 in scholarships to support promising future talent studying for careers in Civil Engineering, Construction Technology and Construction Management.

Qualified candidates will be citizens of the United States and be in either the third, fourth or fifth year of a B.S./B.A. degree program in Civil Engineering, Construction Technology or Construction Management, OR in the second year of an Associate Degree program in Civil Engineering, Construction Technology, Construction Management, or a related area, at the time of submitting this scholarship application and receiving the award.

At least two recommendations from college/university educators must be received in order to complete an application.

Please use this link for registration information https://www.jotform.com/build/230155606814149 along with this link for required faculty recommendations https://www.jotform.com/build/230155412818148

For questions, contact Lynda Pomeroy at OCA: 614-488-0724, or send an email lpomeroy@ohiocontractors.org

The Ohio No-Till Council is offering 5 scholarships ranging from $500-$1000!

These scholarships are one year in length and are open students who are enrolling or are currently enrolled in a two-year or four-year accredited college program. Preference will be given to those majoring in Agriculture and/or coming from a conservation farming background. 

Four $500-dollar scholarships are open to applicants of any college or expected degree. 

The Bill Richards Scholarship ($1000) is open to an applicant fulfilling the above requirements and studying agriculture at The Ohio State University. Previous winners and applicants may apply each year they are eligible. 

All monies awarded will be made payable to the winner’s respective school. Scholarships are open to all incoming freshmen, sophomore, junior and senior students.

FABE will double any amount of these scholarships received by a FABE student.

Fill out his document and follow the instructions to apply!