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The Kentucky Equine Management Internship (KEMI) program is dedicated to improving the opportunities for college students wishing to pursue a career in the field of equine management. KEMI offers a comprehensive educational experience for students enrolled for academic credit through a sponsoring college or university, or for recent graduates of such institutions.
Through the internship, students integrate academic studies with practical experience, leadership and responsibility as a contributing participant on a Central Kentucky horse farm. Aside from farm commitments, students are introduced into a network of equine professionals representing multifaceted careers in the equine profession. During the first week of the course, students participate in Orientation activities as a group. After the first week, students are employed full-time by participating farms where they become familiar with the day-to-day management of horses on commercial thoroughbred farms.
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Start Date: June 17, 2019
End Date: November 29, 2019
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The Poultry Science Association (PSA) is a professional organization consisting of approximately 1,800 educators, scientists, extension specialists, industry researchers, administrators, producers, and college students who are committed to advancing the poultry industry.
Since 1908, the Poultry Science Association has maintained a level of prestige that ranks it among the top professional organizations in the field. For over a century, PSA’s member scientists have contributed through their research to the growth of the poultry industry and the development of safer and more nutritious food products for the consumer. Throughout this period, PSA has served – and it continues to serve – as the premier clearinghouse and publisher of basic and applied poultry research in the world.
The Andrew F. Giesen III Poultry Science Undergraduate Internship Program is designed to promote the education and development of undergraduate students interested in considering a career in Poultry Science. It provides companies in the poultry industry an opportunity to employ interns with assisted funding through the Poultry Science Association Foundation.
Pay Rate: No less than $10/hour
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The estate was purchased in 1937 by Mr. and Mrs. William P. Roth, owners of the Matson Navigation Company. Under the Roths’ supervision, the property was maintained and the formal garden gained worldwide recognition. Mrs. Roth made Filoli her home until 1975 when she donated 125 acres, including the House and formal Garden, to the National Trust for Historic Preservation for the enjoyment and inspiration of future generations. The remaining acreage was later gifted to Filoli Center.
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Start Date: June 17, 2019
End Date: August 23, 2019
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As Maryland’s first historically black public university, Bowie State University empowers a diverse population of students to reach their potential by providing innovative academic programs and transformational experiences as they prepare for careers, lifelong learning, and civic responsibility. Bowie State University supports Maryland’s workforce and economy by engaging in strategic partnerships, research, and public service to benefit our local, state, national, and global communities.
Founded in 1865, Bowie State is the oldest Historically Black College/University in Maryland and one of the ten oldest in the country. It is also a diverse university whose 5,600 students, along with faculty and staff, represent many ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
Students spend the first week at BSU for an intensive boot camp on safety, ethics and the responsible conduct of research, the history and culture of Kenya, and basic scientific principles to prepare for the research project. The next 8 weeks are dedicated to research at Egerton University and University of Nairobi (Kenya) followed by a concluding week at BSU where students present the results of their research. Students will learn how research is conducted, analyzed, and communicated. Many will present the results of their work at scientific conferences, and some will publish the results in peer-reviewed journals.
(1) Atleast 18 years old by June 1, 2019
(2) A U.S. citizen or permanent citizen of the U.S. and its territories
(3) Students in good standing at an undergraduate degree program who will not have graduated by the end of this REU program
(4) Must have a 3.0 GPA or higher
(5) Unofficial transcript
(6) Two-page personal statement that includes responses to the following questions
Pay Rate: $575 per week
Start Date: May 29, 2019
End Date: July 31, 2019
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Diversity in the scientific workforce promotes the recruitment of the most talented researchers from all ethnic groups, and improves the ability to recruit subjects from diverse backgrounds into clinical trials, collectively helping to address and eliminate health disparity. Our mission is to promote an interest in pursuing a career in the biomedical sciences in college students from minority backgrounds.
Our three goals are:
The Pittsburgh Undergraduate Research Diversity Program (PURDIP) is open to minority (African American, Hispanic/Latino American, or Native American) undergraduate students interested in biomedical research. The 10-week summer program is held on the University of Pittsburgh's Oakland campus. Students will work with a designated faculty member for 8-10 weeks. Training will incorporate didactic lectures, seminars, workshops, group homework, hands-on research and presentations by the trainees.
(1) Participants will be matched with innovative researchers at Pitt and will be expected to work in the laboratory full-time throughout the 10-week program
(2) Participants will learn some fundamental principles of research ethics and regulations, different types research studies, and how these studies are applied to addressing health disparities
(3) Participants will also attend weekly lectures, seminars, or workshops to learn about Graduate School application process, PhD programs and careers in biomedical sciences
(1) Must have completed at least one year at an accredited university or school
(2) Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or non-citizen national
Pay Rate: $4,000
Start Date: May 29, 2019
End Date: July 31, 2019
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The University of Illnois conducts criminal background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer.
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1. Assigns daily tasks to animal caretakers and conveys work instructions from the AC Supervisor.2. Ensures work is assigned in a manner to prevent possible cross contamination between animal isolation rooms.3. Monitors work in progress and evaluates work at completion. Reports to supervisor on status and progress of work, and any problems that developed.4. Orders and monitors inventory of animal feed, supplies, and equipment.5. Helps ensure environmental, occupational and safety rules are followed, and that work with animals is conducted as safely as possible.6. Determines amounts and types of feed for different animal species, feeds daily, and records on VMR.7. Observes daily appearances and behaviors of experimental animals (both sick and healthy), records these in VMR, and reports to higher level employee.8. Captures, restrains, holds and positions animals for procedures, examinations, and treatments.9. Dispenses and administers medications (e.g. analgesics, anesthetics and antibiotics) and enters into VMR.10. Collects blood and other tissues, labels them correctly, and delivers expeditiously to PI.11. Euthanizes animals following prescribed protocols.12. Dispenses carcasses and body parts following established PIADC safety procedures.13. Cleans, decontaminates, and maintains animal wing spaces and cages in accordance with ARB SOPs. Operates autoclaves, pressure sprayers and misters.14. Uses appropriate PPE and equipment as described in ARB SOPs to protect self and fellow workers from contamination, infection or injury.15. Enters/exits animal isolation rooms and moves between animal rooms in strict accordance with ARB and Safety SOPs to prevent cross contamination.16. Reviews and approves ACT timesheets.17. Participates in ACT performance reviews.18. Submits information for deliverables.19. Participates in interviews and candidate selection.20. Assists with new employee on-boarding procedures.21. Mentors and trains employees
1. AA or BS degree in animal science or related science preferred.2. AALAS ALAT certification or have the equivalent training and experience to achieve certification.3. Fundamental knowledge of animal research facility operations, animal behavior, and species specific requirements.4. Fundamental knowledge of supervision and management5. Ability to train and mentor animal care staff.6. Effective verbal and written communication.7. Employee is often required to lift and carry feed materials weighing up to 75 pounds and to handle such items as feed trays weighing up to 20 pounds.8. Work requires continuous standing and walking on concrete and/or a slippery floor due to nature of the work with animals.9. Employee must have strength and agility to restrain strong and very active animals which weight approximately 500 pounds or more10. Must be able to receive and maintain a Personal Security Level 3 (PSL-3) clearance and participate in the Occupational Health/Safety Programs.
TMG offers competitive pay and benefits packages including health insurance; paid holiday, vacation, and PTO; EAP; 401(k) and College Savings Plan.
Candidate MUST pass a government background investigation (NAC), employment physical and drug/alcohol screening. As required by law, TMG participates in E-Verify, a service of the Department of Homeland Security(DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA), to verify the identity and employment eligibility of persons hired to work in the United States.
- 1. Provide animal husbandry in an ABSL III environment
- 2. Perform daily health observations
- 3. Monitor animal room environmental conditions
- 4. Capture, restrain, hold and position animals
- 5. Dispense and administer treatments
- 6. Collect samples (tissue and serum)
- 7. Complete and maintain documentation accurately
- 8. Maintain the cleanliness of the vivarium
- 9. Properly use and maintain all equipment
- 10. Receive and store vivarium supplies
- 11. Exercise proper containment techniques
- 12. Perform other duties as assigned
- Bachelor's Degree in animal science or equivalent, Associate's Degree in veterinary technology, or High School Diploma with specialized animal experience.
- Certified as Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) with AALAS or eligible for certification (and obtain certification within 12 months).
- Background knowledge of working with research animals.
- Capable of performing basic animal care duties with guidance. Training is provided.
- Effective verbal and written communication.
- Employee is often required to lift and carry feed materials weighing up to 75 pounds and to handle such items as feed trays weighing up to 20 pounds.
- Work requires continuous standing and walking on concrete and/or a slippery floor due to nature of the work with animals.
- Employee must have strength and agility to restrain strong and very active animals which weight approximately 500 pounds or more.
- Must be able to receive and maintain a Personal Security Level 3 (PSL-3) clearance and participate in the Occupational Health/Safety Programs.
TMG offers competitive pay and benefits packages including health insurance; paid holiday, vacation, and PTO; EAP; 401(k) and College Savings Plan.
Candidate MUST pass a government background investigation (NAC), employment physical and drug/alcohol screening. As required by law, TMG participates in E-Verify, a service of the Department of Homeland Security(DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA), to verify the identity and employment eligibility of persons hired to work in the United States.
NSAC was founded upon two shared, integrated, and equal priorities. These are:
The National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC) is an alliance of grassroots organizations that advocates for federal policy reform to advance the sustainability of agriculture, food systems, natural resources, and rural communities.
Assisting NSAC staff and coalition members with national grassroots outreach campaigns using social media, email, and other advocacy tools;
Developing creative, impactful engagement tools for farmers and consumers – including digital and multimedia materials – around a range of issues and campaigns, including local and regional food systems, working lands conservation, beginning farmer issues, sustainable ag research, and much more;
Conducting research, analysis, and interviews to support advocacy campaigns;
Assisting with planning and execution of NSAC events, including farmer/advocate lobby days in Washington,
DC;
Drafting blog posts, social media posts, advocacy messages, and other materials;
Supporting NSAC’s Diversity Committee & furthering our racial equity efforts – assisting with monthly calls and
other endeavors.
Assisting with other projects and assignments as needed.
An understanding of and passion for sustainable food and farms
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience with community organizing and grassroots capacity building efforts
Experience working with diverse communities & willingness to apply an equity lens
Ability to both work independently and be a good team player
Self-motivated, organized, and able to stay on task when managing multiple projects
Multimedia skills – including Adobe CreativeSuite and video development / editing (Final Cut Pro or
equivalent) – a plus
Preferred but not required – bilingual fluency in a language other than English
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