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  The University System of Maryland (USM) and Google on Tuesday announced a new partnership that will help thousands of USM students and other Maryland learners earn  Google Career Certificates  in high-growth fields including cybersecurity, data analytics and project management at no cost. USM will also offer learners Google’s new   AI courses , designed and taught by AI experts at Google to teach foundational skills in artificial intelligence technology. All 12 of USM’s public universities and two of its regional higher education centers will offer this training. Read official announcement:   https://today. umd.edu/usm-google-to-bring- google-career-certificates-ai- training-to-thousands-of- learners

Project Objectives: The NourishNet project is an NSF-funded project working on providing more fresh produce and healthier foods to populations who are experiencing food insecurity and working to reduce waste in the food system. Our team is creating an integrated food ecosystem to replace the linear, top-down approach through launching software apps linked with a sensor that provide real-time information and two-way communication within the food insecurity space. The new connectivity is accompanied by assurance of the freshness of donated food, which provides the missing links between consumers, donors, food pantries, and institutions. We are developing an app called FoodLoops that will connect stakeholders in the food donation system, from producers, distributors and consumers who are experiencing food insecurity. This part of the project will be focused on testing the app with different stakeholders, with a specific emphasis on urban farmers, as well as developing education and outrea...

  Appalachian Conservation Corps, in partnership with the National Park Service, is hiring a   Chesapeake Gateways Ambassador  with the Chesapeake Gateways Network. Our intern will work with the program’s Visual Information Specialist to research and write digital media content, highlighting Chesapeake Gateways Places. They will also participate in a program-wide review and strategic development planning process to help guide the future of the program’s social media strategy. This 50-week internship will run from 8/4/2025 to 7/17/2026 and is based out of office headquarters in Annapolis, MD. Since this is a full-time, year-long position, we are seeking   recent graduates or alumni .  Pay is $720/week and members will receive a $1,000 budget for professional development/free health benefits. After completing the term, members will receive a   $7,395  AmeriCorps Segal Education Award to pay back federal loans or for additional schooling.  ...

  Students can apply through the brochure page here:  https://myea.umd.edu/ index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs. ViewProgram&Program_ID=11904 .  The program explores the many ways in which climate change is or will impact the economy, ecosystem, livelihoods, and rural and urban communities of Vietnam's Mekong Delta region and the many responses being undertaken to adapt to climate change and to reduce the economy's own environmental footprint. The program will highlight major principles and applications of climate-resilient development planning, agriculture, natural resources management, and urban planning-- through lectures, discussions with experts and field visits throughout the region. During recent decades, Vietnam's Mekong Delta region has been one of the developing world's most productive agricultural regions, yet it is also one of the regions expected to be most impacted by climate change. The program experience will also involve exposure to the Vietnamese languag...

  The Maryland Forestry Foundation is pleased to announce the opening of the application process for the 202 5 -202 6  Mel Fellowship program.  We are again offering 4 positions - 2 in Urban & Community Forestry and 2 in Natural Resources Careers. Funded annually by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources through the Mel Noland Woodland Incentive Fund, the Fellowships will begin this year on October 1, 202 5  and end on July 31, 202 6  with remuneration of $10,000 for each Fellow.   Applications are due by July 15.   The online application and details for applying can be found at:   https://www. marylandforestryfoundation.org

  Great gig for a spring 2025 grad!   About the Fellowship Are you passionate about climate action, public service, and making a real impact at the local level? Montgomery County, Maryland, a national leader in climate policy, is seeking full-time Climate Fellows. The Fellows will work in the County Executive’s Office on high-priority initiatives to advance Montgomery County’s ambitious climate goals. The County seeks an 80% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2027 and a 100% reduction by 2035, while becoming climate resilient. The County’s 2021  Climate Action Plan  provides a roadmap to meet these goals. This is a year-long, full-time fellowship intended for recent college and graduate school graduates (though open to everyone) with diverse backgrounds who have strong experience, education, or interest in climate, sustainability, and racial equity policy. Position Details Fellowship Dates : September 8, 2025 – May 29, 2026 Read more and apply:   https://m...

 Project Objectives:  The UMD Sustainability Studies Minor seeks to better align the Minor curriculum with new trends in the area of sustainability and bolster the program’s training of future leaders in the field. To this end, we are looking to hire an undergraduate student to conduct comprehensive background research in support of potential curriculum revisions or updates to the Minor. Responsibilities ● Conduct research and analysis of sustainability programs among institutes of higher education throughout the US and elsewhere to inform improvements to the Sustainability Studies minor curriculum. This includes research of college websites and follow-up phone calls to university staff to obtain more specific details. We aim to research 20-30 programs in detail. Information to be obtained includes: number and content of courses required, number and type of optional courses allowed, existence of a capstone requirement or internship, and any unique and innovative approaches to ...

Great opportunity for a Spring 2025 graduate! Position Summary: We are seeking experienced teachers for our 2025 Takoma Park, Inc. Lunch & Learn Camp. The Lunch and Learn camp will operate 9:00 pm - 5:00 pm, five days a week, Monday – Friday for six weeks from June 30 to August 8th. The contract is paid in two installments. One at the start of the camp and one at the end of the camp. The Educator is required to attend one day of orientation/training prior to the start of camp. As an Outdoor Educator focused on Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), you'll design and facilitate outdoor programs that promote social-emotional development and environmental awareness, using nature as a tool to foster key SEL competencies like self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making. Organization Summary: Takoma Park Lunch and Learn, Inc. is a community-based nonprofit serving the Takoma Park community. Its mission is to provide people with th...

Montgomery County Executive’s Office   -  S ummer Climate Internship  (Hybrid) About the Internship : M ontgomery County, Maryland, is at the forefront of local climate action. Through its Climate Action Plan and commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions 100% by 2035, the County is implem enting innovative policies and programs to reduce emissions, build resilience, and promote environmental justice. The Montgomery County Executive’s Office is seeking Summer Climate Interns to support this work. Interns will gain hands-on experience with local government climate efforts, including policy research, program support, and a strong focus on communications and community outreach. Interns will be on-boarded and paid through a temporary services agency and will be detailed to the County for the internship duration. Read more and apply: https://mygreenmontgomery.org/ 2025/become-a-summer-county- climate-intern/

  The Student Conservation Association is looking for a current college student who is at least 21 years old to lead our summer trail crew in Rock Creek Park! Training will be provided. Apply here: https://myjobs.adp.com/scacareers/cx/job-details?reqId=5001081106006 Please reach out to me directly at kswiere@thesca.org if you apply, and feel free to share with current college students as well! Program runs June 8, 2025 - August 22, 2025 Note: Applicants under 21 years old are not eligible for this position due to driving requirements.

  Duties and responsibilities include patrolling, maintenance, customer service, report writing, working special events, enforcement of county codes, park regulations, assisting with county wildlife management projects and more. Shifts include weekends, evenings and most holidays. Applicants must have a valid drivers license, be able to pass a background check and drug test and become first aid/cpr certified soon after hiring .  For more information call Park Superintendent Jess Hardy at 410-222-3407 or email  rphard48@aacounty.org .  Applications may be emailed to Park Superintendent Jess Hardy,  rphard48@aacounty.org .  Part-Time Parks Division Employment Application

  ABOUT THE POSITION VHB’s growing Washington, DC office is looking for an Environmental Planner to join our National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a dynamic team and across diverse disciplines, giving you exposure to a wide variety of projects in size and scope at the regional and national level. Our office is currently engaged in a number of the region’s most exciting projects as well as energy, transportation, and Federal lands projects nationwide. Qualifications: Minimum 1 – 3+ years’ work experience.   (internships count!) BA in relevant area of study (e.g., Environmental Studies, Ecology/Natural Resources Studies, Urban Planning, Regional Planning, Sustainability Planning, Economics, Transportation Planning). Master’s degree a plus. Read more and apply: https://careers-vhb.icims.com/ jobs/5235/environmental- planner---nepa/job

  Moving out soon? Have extra unopened non-perishable goods that you can't take with you? Want a chance to get FREE AGNR apparel?    The Dean's Student Advisory Council for AGNR is holding a food drive for the campus food pantry! Donations of non-perishable food items (canned vegetables, canned fish, bottles of oil, spices, boxes of pasta, etc) can be dropped off in the Academic Programs Office in Symons Hall (room 0107) during business hours (9:00AM-4:30PM) from NOW until Tuesday, May 13th (last day of classes). Anyone who donates is eligible to enter a giveaway for an AGNR-apparel item, with one entry per item donated.  If you are a senior, just bring your items with you when you come to pick up your graduation tickets and enjoy AGNR's senior send-off celebrations!   Please do not hesitate to reach out to   agnr.dsac@gmail.com   with any questions or concerns, or if you'd like to donate but can't stop by during this window of time. Make an impac...

  Final exams, final papers and final projects... oh my! You may be finding yourself in need of some extra help in preparing and succeeding – luckily for you, there are A LOT of  FREE resources on campus  that can help where you need it most: Study Skills and Tutoring Resources  (via ENSP website) Academic Resources  (time management, test prep, etc) - UMD Counseling Center Math Success Program Writing Assistance at the Writing Center   Academic  Achievement Programs  - tutoring Oral Communication Center  - for help with presentations Tutoring at the Office of Multi-Ethnic Student Education Final Exam Schedule   (double check this info with what is on your syllabus) UMD ResLife's Academic Success Guide MOST IMPORTANTLY.... MENTAL HEALTH Maintaining good mental health, like maintaining physical health, takes time and effort.  There are  FREE and CONFIDENTIAL services available on campus UMD Counseling Cente r The University...