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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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(1)Master’s Degree in animal science (or within 4 months of completion) or a related field
(2) Experience in handling and managing livestock (sheep and cattle);
(3) Knowledge of animal science, reproductive physiology, animal management, animal health, parasitology, nutrition, behavior, environmental
physiology, genetics, agriculture, animal care and handling;
(4) Experience with data entry, record keeping, use of desktop computer software;
(5) Knowledge of laboratory analysis, experimental design and statistical analysis, data collection, either numerical information (weights) or
biological samples (blood and fecal samples, body temperature);
(6) Ability to recognize animal health problems, work as part of a team, and communicate with the public and scientific community, make oral presentations to large groups; organize work efficiently, work independently
Salary: $41,179- $47,104
Position Type: Full time
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Our Mission at MANRRS is to promote academic and professional advancement by empowering minorities in agriculture, natural resources, and related sciences.
MANRRS is a national society that welcomes membership of people of all racial and ethnic group participation in agricultural and related science careers. MANRRS members are encouraged to be full participants in other professional societies for their basic disciplinary and career interests. However, MANRRS attempts to provide networks to support professional development of minorities. It is a springboard for their entry into and advancement in careers where they otherwise could be lost in the sheer number and established connections of mainstream participants. For student members, MANRRS provides role models and networking opportunities.
(1) Work and instruction will center on the study and conservation of plants native to the southeastern United States and may focus on disciplines central to public garden management and maintenance, including the principles of plant propagation, greenhouse and nursery production, planting, grounds maintenance, arboriculture, pest and weed management, as well as the curatorial aspects of plant collections.
(2) The intern also will be given the opportunity to attend relevant local meetings, events, lectures and field trips with staff - and may work on an on-going project of his or her interest
(1) Minimum GPA-2.50
(2) Currently enrolled as Undergraduate, Graduate Student or Recent Graduate
Pay Rate: $6,050 (undergraduate), $7,200 (graduate)
Start Date: June 2019
End Date: August 2019
Days Off: Intern will receive paid holidays
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Caring for the land and serving people
Federal forest management dates back to 1876 when Congress created the office of Special Agent in the U.S. Department of Agriculture to assess the quality and conditions of forests in the United States. In 1881 the Department expanded the office into the Division of Forestry. A decade later Congress passed the Forest Reserve Act of 1891 authorizing the President to designate public lands in the West into what were then called “forest reserves.” Responsibility for these reserves fell under the Department of the Interior until 1905 when President Theodore Roosevelt transferred their care to the Department of Agriculture’s new U.S. Forest Service. Gifford Pinchot led this new agency as its first Chief, charged with caring for the newly renamed national forests.
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(1) On the job and formal training in the natural resource law enforcment field
(2) Works under the supervision of a higher-graded law enforcement officer who assigns work and provides instruction
(3) Assist with law enforcement patrols on national forest lands
(4) Work cooperatively with other law enforcement agencies that have law enforcement or administrative jurisdiction on National Forest lands
(1) Currently enrolled in a degree program or 1 year certificate program
(2) Must be in good academic standing - cannot be on academic probation-2.5 GPA
(3) Must be a US citizen pass a limited and pass a limited scope background check
(4) If selected, must accept Pathways Program, Mobility, and Developmental agreements; furnish once registration information at the start of each school term; provide verification of academic status at the end of each academic term; must meet academic standards as set forth by the school they are attending, if exceeds agency requirements; maintain satisfactory progress in completing academic requirements; and demonstrate satisfactory performance and conduct.
(5) Students will be required to complete all academic requirements for the target position as required by the Office of Personnel Management Qualification Standards
Pay Rate: Pay varies from $12.74-$14.30 per hour
Start/ End Date: A specific work and study schedule will be established at the time of employment. Students must complete a minimum of 640 hours of career-related experience prior to or concurrently with the completion of the course requirements for their degree
Days Off: Intern will receive paid holidays
Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens promotes public knowledge and appreciation of plants, gardens and the environment and receives, raises and administers resources for these purposes.
In 1964, The Birmingham Botanical Society, Inc., a non-profit corporation, was founded as a "membership organization to support and improve The Gardens." From that day forward the society's volunteers, fundraising efforts and support staff helped maintain and develop The Gardens.
(1) Work and instruction will center on the study and conservation of plants native to the southeastern United States and may focus on disciplines central to public garden management and maintenance, including the principles of plant propagation, greenhouse and nursery production, planting, grounds maintenance, arboriculture, pest and weed management, as well as the curatorial aspects of plant collections.
(2) The intern also will be given the opportunity to attend relevant local meetings, events, lectures and field trips with staff - and may work on an on-going project of his or her interest
(1) The internship is open to a junior or senior attending a four-year college or university full-time - or a recent graduate (within the last 12 months) of a two or four-year college
Pay Rate: $15 (per hour)
Start/ End Date: Starting and ending dates for this internship are flexible based on the availability of the intern; the program will last 12 consecutive weeks at 40 hours per week. Work days will normally be from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday
Days Off: Intern will receive paid holidays
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