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MARCH 19, 2019

Pines & Needles is a weekly career newsletter specifically for FNR students that includes upcoming events and resources. This week’s newsletter includes opportunities within FNR and information on how to get in contact with a FNR alum to ask questions about Forestry and Wildlife careers.

Be sure to check out the FNR Job Board (updated weekly) for a full list of opportunities you may qualify for.

SPOTLIGHT

Water Day at Purdue

March 21, 4pm – 6pm in ARMS

Network with water professionals from industry, government, and non-

profits as well as connect with faculty doing interesting research related to

water conservation and safe drinking water. Make sure to bring your

resume! Free food and refreshments will be provided. See the attached

flyer to RSVP today!

Opportunities in FNR

FNR graduate student Sarah Cuprewich is looking for a field technician for

full-time forest ecology work this summer. Tech will help with forest

regeneration survey, truffle excavation, and possibly other projects as time

permits. The work will take place at the Hoosier National Forest and

Hardwood Ecosystem Experiment, both located in Southern IN. For more

information or to apply, please email Sarah at scuprewi@purdue.edu!

Application deadline is 4/26/19.

Have questions about Forestry or Wildlife careers? Contact FNR alum

Elena Wilcoxson! Elena graduated from Purdue with dual majors in

Forestry and Wildlife, and has been working with the DNR Division of

Forestry at Harrison-Crawford State Forest in southern Indiana ever since.

She’s happy to answer questions about jobs in Forestry, working for the

DNR, or whatever else. Feel free to contact her at EWilcoxson@dnr.IN.gov.

Tree Planting Workshop: Sign-up Today!

Brian Beheler and Ryan Hensley will be facilitating a tree planting

workshop April 20 from 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m at Lugar Forestry Farm. Topics

include: planning, site preparation, storage and handling, planting method details, and post-planning care. There will also be

hands-on tree planting with a machine, by hand, and augered holes. Only 8 spots are available! Come to the OSS (PFEN

G003) to sign-up.

UPCOMING EVENTS

CAWS Seminar: The Science Behind

Human-Animal Bonds

March 20, 4:00 – 5:30 pm

LYNN G167

Strengths Break Workshop

March 20, 2:00 – 2:30 p.m.

KRACH 336 (CELD)

Strengths 201 Workshop

March 21, 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.

KRACH 230

GCC PhD and Masters

Virtual Career Expo

March 20, 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Click here for more information

2019 Virtual Grad Fair & Global

Symposium for Online Programs

March 26, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Click here for more information

Wabash Sampling Blitz

April 12, 2:30 – 5:00 p.m.

Click here for more information

Visit the CCO Calendar for a full list of

upcoming workshops and employer

information sessions.

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WHAT’S HAPPENING

CAWS Seminar March 20, 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. (LYNN G167)

The next CAWS Seminar will be held March 20, 2019 with Dr. Monique Udell,

Oregon State University, who will be presenting “The Science Behind Human-

Animal Bonds” at 4-5:30 PM in LYNN Hall, Ground Floor, Room G167. See the

attached flyer for more information.

2019 Virtual Grad Fair & Global Symposium for Online Programs

Sponsored in partnership by Purdue Online and the Purdue University

Gradate School, this symposium will take place Tuesday, March 26 from 10

a.m. – 5 p.m. Students will be able to get an inside look at graduate school, the

application process and attend a premier virtual graduate school fair and network

with representatives some of the nation’s top graduate institutions. Prospective

students participating in this event can apply to a Purdue Online Master’s program

for Free! For more information, please contact virtualgradfair@purdue.edu or see the flyer on Purdue Online Learning’s website.

Columbian Park Zoo Fall Internship

Internships at the Columbian Park Zoo are available to current college students and recent graduates. Internships are unpaid, but

provide numerous non-monetary rewards. Opportunities are available in animal care and education & communication. Fall

internships require a minimum commitment of 15 hours per week, and a minimum 13-week (180 hours) commitment is required.

The deadline for submitting the 2019 FALL internship application is 5pm on Friday, April 5, 2019. See the attached

application to apply.

Academic Success Center Graduate Assistant position

The ASC is currently recruiting for the position of Graduate Assistant for the 2019-2020 fiscal year. The Graduate Assistant will be

responsible for assisting the ASC in the implementation of programs and services designed to support Purdue University students

and assist in their academic success. Applications will be reviewed beginning March 18, and the position will remain open

until filled. All applicants must apply online: external applicants can apply using this link; internal candidates currently employed

by Purdue can search for job requisition ID 1134 in SuccessFactors. Please direct questions about the application to

academicsuccess@purdue.edu.

AFA Leaders Conference Applications are Open

Applications are now open for 2019 Agriculture Future of American (AFA) Leaders Conference. We hope you'll apply now to join

us in Kansas City, November 7-10! Each year of the experience builds on the next to help you develop the skills you need for

career success. More details about Conference will be released throughout the next few months, but if you've attended Track 3

and are eligible for Track 4, don't delay as Track 4 applications are due April 17! For more information and to apply, visit the

AFA website.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

FNR

Career Services

FNR Job Board

FNR Career Fair

Pines & Needles Newsletter

Career Search Sites

Career Exploration

College of Agriculture

Career Services

Jobs and Internships

Career Fairs

Events and Workshops

Graduate Placement and Salaries

Career Development Tools and Resources

Center for

Career Opportunities

Resume, CV and Cover Letters

Internship, Career Plan, and Job Search Strategies

Mock Interviews

CCO Handbook

The Success Express Podcast

DID YOU KNOW?

Several Purdue faculty members have

opportunities for you to be a research,

lab, or teaching assistant. Talk to your

professors about opportunities they

may have. The experience can help

become more competitive when you

enter the job market!

2019 CAWS Spring Seminar Series

The Science Behind

Human-Animal Bonds

March 20, 2019

4:00—5:30 PM

Lynn Hall—Ground Floor—Room G167 Dr, Monique Udell

Oregon State University

Corvallis, OR

There is no doubt that many people form deep mutual bonds with their

animals. Where this bond comes from and how different styles of bonding

may impact the lives of our pets is often less well understood. In this talk the

basics of human and animal bonding will be explored, including how research

on parent-offspring attachments has more recently been extended to study

cross-species relationships. Looking at some of this data, we will discuss

possible implications for human-pet relationships and animal welfare.

Refreshments will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis.

This seminar was sponsored by the Office of the Provost Faculty

Cluster Hire Community Building Program

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2019 FALL Internship Application

(Late Aug. through Early Dec.)

Internships are available to current college/university students and recent graduates. Internships are unpaid, but provide numerous non-monetary rewards. Fall internships require a minimum commitment of 15 hours per week, and those with greater availability are encouraged to apply. A minimum 13-week commitment is required (minimum 180 hours). The deadline for submitting the 2019 FALL internship application is 5pm on Friday, April 5

th, 2019. Please note: If selected, interns MUST be available for a mandatory

internship orientation on Sunday, August 25th

from 11am-5pm. We are unable to accommodate orientation date conflicts.

Personal Information Name:

__________________________________________________________________________________ First Middle Initial Last

Current Address:

__________________________________________________________________________________ Number, Street, Apt.

__________________________ City

_________________________ State

_____________________

Zip Permanent Address: (if different than above)

__________________________________________________________________________________ Number, Street, Apt.

__________________________ City

_________________________ State

_____________________

Zip Telephone:

( ______) ______ - _________

Alternate Number:

( ______) ______ - _________

E-Mail: __________________________________

Educational Background Institution Attending:

_______________________________________________________

GPA: _________________ Minimum 2.50 required

Major field of Study:

_____________________________

Current year in college: ______________________ Fr, So, Jr, Sr, Grad

Please briefly describe your career goals: _______________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Area of Interest Please rank the followings in order of interest. (1= most interest, 5= least interest) *Note: Internship areas vary by semester and candidate qualification □ Animal Care: General Exotic Animal Care □ Animal Care: Americas/Australia Exhibits □ Animal Care: Family Farm Exhibit

□ Education & Communication: Animal Ambassador and Interpretive Programs □ Education & Communication: Social Media

Please select one of the following:

□I wish only to be considered for my top choices or □Please consider me for any area for which I am qualified

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Availability

Available start date ___________________________

Desired end date _______________________________

Are you able to commit to a 13-week minimum period? □ Yes □ No

Are you able to work on weekends and holidays? □ Yes □ No Are you applying with full-time or part-time availability? □ Full-Time (40hrs/wk) □ Part-Time (<40 hrs/wk)

If not available full time, how many hours per week can you commit to the program?

_______________________________________________________

Please list any days/times that you will not be available:

* Please use the schedule sheet to clearly indicate your weekly availability

_______________________________________________________

Goals Please describe what you hope to gain from an internship with the Columbian Park Zoo:

___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Please indicate any previous work, volunteer, or internship experience as it relates to your selected area of interest: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Are you applying for school credit if selected for this internship? □ Yes □ No

Emergency Contact Information Name: ___________________________

Relationship: _________________________

Phone: ( _____ ) _____ - ___________

Name: ___________________________

Relationship: _________________________

Phone: ( _____ ) _____ - ___________

Does the applicant have any disability, allergy or special need? □NO □ YES

If yes, please specify below: __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________

The Zoo will make reasonable accommodations to allow the participation of individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. It is our goal to provide a safe program environment and to be as inclusive as possible.

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Columbian Park Zoo

Fall Internship Availability Schedule

Name: ___________________________ Semester: _____Fall 2019______

Works shifts can begin as early as 8am or end as late as 5pm, 7 days a week.

Please indicate all blocks of time you are available to work. Consider travel time to and from the Zoo.

Shifts 3 hours in length or more are required.

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

8am

8:30

9am

9:30

10am

10:30

11am

11:30

Noon

12:30

1pm

1:30

2pm

2:30

3pm

3:30

4pm 4:30 5pm

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Conditions I agree to advise the Zoo in writing of any physical limitations which could affect or be affected by any internship activities I assume. I understand it is my responsibility to provide this information and I release the Zoo from any liability for injuries or illnesses which result from my failure to advise the Zoo in writing of any such limitations. I agree and understand that as an intern, the Zoo is not obligated to provide me any payment or benefit for my services. I also agree to release the Lafayette City Board of Parks and Recreation, its employees and agents (collectively the Zoo) from any liability in the event I am injured or suffer damage as a result of my internship activities at the Zoo. I agree not to pursue any claim or initiate any action against the Zoo in the event I am injured or suffer damage as a result of the negligence of the Zoo. I understand and agree that this is an express assumption of risk and this release and waiver is made on my own behalf and on behalf of my heirs, executors, representatives and assigns. I understand that the Zoo may require alcohol, drug and substance abuse screening, and I consent to such an examination and

authorize the release of the results of such an examination to the Zoo.

I hereby authorize a law enforcement background check and investigation of all statements in this application and request any

company, institution, or persons, including police agencies, contacted as part of this investigation to provide any and all pertinent

information. To assure their cooperation, I hereby release them from all liability for any damage that may result from furnishing this

information to the Zoo.

I understand that acceptance into the internship program, and successful completion of the requirements of the internship, is not and

does not guarantee an offer of future employment.

All information provided herein is true, correct and complete.

Applicant Signature: __________________________________

Date: ___________________________

Please Note: A separate background check form will be required for completion during the application process. This form will be provided by Columbian Park Zoo.

To submit your internship application: Please attach: 1. A cover letter explaining why you are applying for an internship at the Columbian Park Zoo 2. Resume 3. Two signed letters of recommendation –letters may be sent independent of application packet, but must be received by deadline

4. A copy of your current college transcript 5. A schedule of availability (use form attached) Send to:

Columbian Park Zoo Internship Program 1915 Scott Street Lafayette, IN 47904

All materials must be included at the time of submission. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

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