Taking Root Student Symposium @UVM
TAKING ROOT STUDENT SYMPOSIUM
On October 28th, Sodexo’s Vermont First, in partnership with Farm to Plate and the Vermont Agency of Agriculture, are hosting the Taking Root Student Symposium at the University of Vermont. This symposium is designed for all Vermont college students to celebrate farm to institution and learn about what it means to chart a career in food. We are pleased to share that our keynote speaker will be Ben Hewitt, a Vermont-based author of many books including The Town That Food Saved and Making Supper Safe. Throughout the day, students will learn about:
- Why farm to institution is important for the sustainability of many actors in the food system
- What innovative work is happening in Vermont’s food system
- Career paths of many of Vermont’s leading entrepreneurs and thinkers
- Resources available at each campus for students to pursue food systems-relevant coursework as well as food-related employment
- Current food-related job opportunities; students will also have time to network directly with some Vermont employers in the food industry.
Are you a Vermont college student interested in attending? Here’s what you need to know:
- We are looking for student representation from all Vermont campuses. We also have limited space for this event. If you are interested in attending, please email Annie Rowell at annie.rowell@sodexo.com.
- Registration costs $25 for the full day, 9am-4pm.
What is Your Intercultural Passion?
Passionate about education? Want to raise awareness on global issues?
Language in Motion is currently accepting participant applications for the fall semester. As you may know, the Middlebury College Language in Motion program is a collaborative educational program that works with Middlebury students who have 1) studied abroad or lived or worked outside of the United States – and who 2) want to share their experiences with local high school students. Participants are supported as they develop and deliver presentations and activities that promote global awareness, intercultural competence, and language study in local secondary schools. Since starting the program on the Middlebury campus eight semesters ago, almost 100 Middlebury College students have worked with over 35 Vermont teachers in 12 Vermont schools – reaching over 1,700 secondary students.
Middlebury students who would like to participate can apply immediately, come to our drop-in information hours (date and time below), or contact me (Kristen Mullins) at kmullins@middlebury.edu. go/LiM
The fall application deadline is Wednesday, September 19.
Featured Opportunities in Handshake
These jobs (and more) are about to expire on Handshake. Check them out now before they’re gone!
Fall 2018 Domestic Program Internship, Center for Economic and Policy Research – DUE 7/27
The intern will assist with a variety of research, outreach, and communications activities related to the US economy and domestic policy. This may include outreach to press, advocacy organizations, and Congress, along with some research for upcoming reports and economic opinion pieces.
Analyst- YouthTruth, Center for Effective Philanthropy – DUE 7/30
As an Analyst, you will be instrumental in putting important student perception data into the hands of those making instructional and leadership decisions in K-12 schools. Being part of YouthTruth, a national nonprofit, gives you the chance to apply and grow your skills while making a difference in education.
Environment America Clean Energy Fellow, Environment America – DUE 7/31
We work to mobilize the support it takes to build more solar and wind power and reduce global warming pollution, and hold polluters accountable when they violate our environmental laws.
Quantitative Research Assistant, Research for Action – DUE 8/01
Research for Action (RFA) is seeking an Assistant in Quantitative Research to contribute to education policy and evaluation studies through data collection, cleaning, analysis and writing. The Research Assistant will collaborate with project directors and project team members across a variety of research projects focused on education topics.
Social Change and International Development: DPMI@DC Has OPENINGS
Are you still trying to figure out your full summer plans? We just got word that there are openings for 1 to 4 Middlebury students and alumni to participate in the DPMI (Design, Partnering, Management, and Innovation) international development and social change program being held in Washington, DC from June 4-15, 2018 (2 weeks) this summer. This will be the last year that they offer DPMI/DC, so it would be a super opportunity for those who don’t want to come to CA for the training. The website for the program is here. They are trying to fill these spots fast, and the cost is a reduced $400 (for alumni too!).
Should you have any questions, I will direct you to our MIIS colleague:
Beryl Levinger, Ph.D.
Distinguished Professor and Chair, Development Practice and Policy Program
Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey (MIIS)
Tel: 831.233.3340
Skype: berylbeth
I hope some of you will take advantage of this generous offer. Many Middlebury students have taken DPMI and are grateful for the applied practical project management and strategic planning skills they were able to acquire.
Hot SOCIAL IMPACT Internship & Job Opportunities in Handshake : Deadlines Week of 4/23-30
Social Impact –
Summer Intern at LifeMoves – due 4/24
LifeMoves is dedicated to helping homeless families and individuals across Silicon Valley and the San Francisco Peninsula return to self-sufficiency and permanent housing.
Internship at International Studio & Curatorial Program – due 4/25
Work at an international not-for-profit arts organization in one of several departments including programs, development, and communications.
Various Positions at Solar Energy Industries Association – due 4/25
Work at an organization that is the driving force behind solar energy, building a strong solar industry to power America through advocacy and education.
KCE Energy Storage Summer Intern at Key Capture Energy – due 4/25
Spend your summer working at an energy storage development start-up company.
AmeriCorps VISTA at Washington County Homeless Project – due 4/27
Spend a year developing programming and fundraising efforts for the Community Resource Center of the Washington County Homeless Project in Ohio.
Various Internship Positions at ISO New England, Inc. – due 4/27
ISO New England is a non-profit authorized by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to protect the health of the region’s economy and the well-being of its people by ensuring the constant availability of competitively-priced wholesale electricity.
Research and Evaluation Coordinator at uAspire – due 4/27
uAspire provides college affordability advice to students and families in order to change the college affordability landscape.
Various Summer Positions at Retreat Farm – due 4/27
Spend your summer in the beautiful Brattleboro, VT area, working on a historic farm that is also a regional center for education, recreation, farming, processing, markets, and events.
Global Marketing Editorial Intern at MassChallenge – due 4/27
Apply for this opportunity to take the lead on developing compelling blog posts, case studies, social media content, and web copy that highlight MassChallenge’s mission to strengthen the global innovation ecosystem by supporting high potential entrepreneurs across all industries, from anywhere in the world.
Summer Communications and Research Intern at Campaign for Accountability – due 4/27
Apply for a summer position at a non-profit that uses research, litigation, and aggressive communications to expose misconduct and malfeasance in public life.
Seagrass Management Data Technician at The Nature Conservancy – due 4/28
The Seagrass Management Data Technician will work with Conservancy staff to substantiate the location and extent of seagrass resources at Fishers Island, NY and evaluate vessel use patterns implicated as threats to seagrass habitat.
Sub-Saharan Africa Intern at PartnersGlobal – due 4/29
Work at an international NGO committed to building sustainable capacity to advance democratic institutions, civil society, and a culture of peaceful change and conflict management worldwide.
Summer Research Assistant at Clean Energy Group – due 4/30
Summer Executive Internship at Pro Players Foundation – due 4/30
The Pro Players Foundation works with disadvantaged children across North Texas through sports-based programs.
Island Program Facilitator at Mayhew Program – due 4/30
Mayhew is a nonprofit that challenges and helps at-risk New Hampshire boys to believe in themselves, work well with others, and find their best.
Operations Team Fellow at GlobalGiving Foundation Inc. – due 4/30
Fellows will have the opportunity to work at a thriving, international NGO and gain hands-on experience with the nuts and bolts of their operations and development work.
Summer Program Intern at Social Innovation Forum – due 4/30
SIF brings together nonprofits, philanthropy, government, and business to support the spread of emerging social innovations in greater Boston.
Botany Intern at Great Basin Institute – due 4/30
The Great Basin Institute in Reno, Nevada is an interdisciplinary field studies organization that promotes environmental research, education, and conservation throughout the West.
Solar Energy Consultant at LA Solar Group – due 4/30
Apply for this consultancy position in the solar industry.
Ecological Field Course with Borneo Nature Foundation – due 4/30
Work at a nonprofit conservation and research organization in Indonesia.
International Development Summer 2018 Internships and Full-Time Job on Handshake
Tetra Tech IDS (https://tetratechintdev.com) is now accepting applications for internships at their Burlington, VT and Arlington, VA offices for summer 2018. They will offer a total of 4 internships and interns will learn from and work with their technical programs team or operational team professionals. Application deadlines are approaching fast and all internships will begin in early June. We have several Middlebury alumni working there now (check out LinkedIn).
They currently have 4 postings in Handshake!
- International Development Communications Intern – deadline April 23rd
- Land Tenure and Property Rights Internship – deadline April 27th
- Democracy and Governance Internship – deadline April 27th
- IT Support Technician Internship – deadline May 1st
- Assistant Editor – deadline April 27th (Full-time Job for a Graduating Senior or Recent alum!)
Tetra Tech creates practical, sustainable, and environmentally responsible solutions to address the world’s most complex challenges. Their service areas include agriculture and economic growth; democracy and governance; energy; environment and natural resources; land tenure and property rights; water supply and sanitation; architecture, engineering, and construction services; and global security. Tetra Tech creates practical, sustainable, and environmentally responsible solutions for federal agencies, governments, multilateral banks, and multinational corporations.
Their approach is based on sound science, stakeholder engagement, capacity building, and innovative technologies and best practices. Their goal on every project is to ensure local ownership and sustainable development long after their work is complete. Their expertise includes monitoring and evaluation tools, grants management systems, compliance systems, and public-private partnerships.
Be a Part of Middlebury’s Energy Future: Apply to Summer Environmental Internships
The Office of Sustainability Integration here at Middlebury is hiring four students to work in the Sustainability Solutions Lab as Research Assistants in the two subject areas described below. Here are the links to the positions in their office this summer, if anyone seems interested!
SSL: Waste & Transportation Research Assistant
https://middlebury.peopleadmin.com/postings/17095
SSL Energy & Carbon Research Assistant
https://middlebury.peopleadmin.com/postings/17057
These are great positions to gain real world experiences in developing a plan for Middlebury’s energy future and moving toward 100% renewable and responsible energy. “Be the change you want to see in the world!”
Who Are the Best Non Profits to Work For in 2018 and Why?
Professional development, training, communication and confidence in leadership are among a number of things consistent across this year’s 50 organizations. The Best Nonprofits To Work For study identified 10 key drivers among organizations that made the list:
- I feel I am valued in this organization.
- I have confidence in the leadership of this organization.
- I like the type of work that I do.
- Most days, I feel I have made progress at work.
- I can trust what this organization tells me.
- At this organization, employees have fun at work.
- I feel part of a team working toward a shared goal.
- My pay is fair for the work I perform.
- This organization treats me like a person, not a number.
- This organization provides as much ongoing training as I need.
Best Nonprofits scored at least an average 90 percent in six of the categories while those that did not make the top 50 had a high mark of 85 percent in one category, breaking 80 percent in four categories. The difference between organizations that made the list versus those that did not ranged anywhere from 7 percent to 16 percent among the eight categories:
- Leadership and planning (+16), 90 percent to 74 percent
- Corporate culture and communications (+15), 89 to 74 percent
- Pay and benefits (+16), 90 to 74 percent
- Training, development and resources (+13), 84 to 71 percent
- Overall engagement (+12), 93 to 81 percent
- Role satisfaction (+10), 91 to 81 percent
- Work environment (+8), 90 to 82 percentRelationship with supervisor (+7), 92 to 85 percent
For a link to this article found in The NonProfit Times, click here.
Creating a Social Enterprise: Careers in International Development, Friday 4/13
What I Wish I’d Known about Graduate School
On Thursday, April 12, we welcome to Middlebury four graduate students and one postdoctoral fellow from the University of Chicago. They specialize in English Language and Literature, Linguistics, Microbiology, and Sociology. They will discuss things that they wish they’d known about graduate school, including time management, combating isolation, and building community—a unique challenge for graduate students of color and first-generation college students.
Visitors: José Antonio Arellano, PhD candidate in English Language and Literature, Evelyn Campbell, PhD student Microbiology, Michael Dango, Postdoctoral Fellow in English Language and Literature, Melissa Osborne, PhD candidate in Sociology, Tran Truong, PhD candidate in Linguistics
What I Wish I’d Known about Graduate School
- 4:30-5:45 p.m. in the Anderson Freeman Center at Carr Hall
- Informal panel discussion by University of Chicago visitors with Middlebury students. Snacks provided.
Dinner – RSVP required (email Rachel Hynson)
- 6:15-7:15 p.m. in Atwater Commons
- Small, on-campus dinner with UChicago visitors and Middlebury students.