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MARCH 24, 2020

Pines & Needles is a weekly career newsletter specifically for FNR students that includes upcoming events and resources. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, several events that were previously scheduled to occur in the next few weeks have been postponed or canceled. You should stay up-to-date on changes and cancelations by visiting the event’s webpage or by contacting the event’s coordinator. This is my last Pines & Needles newsletter. I’ve enjoyed sharing opportunities with you and providing information on career development. Be sure to check out the FNR Job Board (updated weekly) for a full list of opportunities you may qualify for.

SPOTLIGHT

A Message from the Glenn W. Sample Dean of Agriculture

Purdue University leaders have made important strategic decisions regarding our campus response to the outbreak of the newly identified coronavirus, COVID-19. In response to these decisions, several College of Ag events have been cancelled for the rest of the semester. This includes seminars speakers from outside the Purdue community. In addition, the FNR Alumni-Student Networking Social Event that was scheduled for April 1 has been postponed. Visit the College of Agriculture website for more information regarding these changes.

Changes to CCO drop-in hours

In support of Purdue University’s actions undertaken to slow the spread of the COVID-19 Coronavirus and protect the health of our Purdue community, services provided by the Center for Career Opportunities will either be held virtually or have been canceled. Visit the CCO website for more information on virtual appointments.

Just in Time Job Fair will now be held virtually On April 22nd, the CCO will be hosting its inaugural Virtual Just-in-Time Job Fair. Visit www.cco.purdue.edu for updates and more information. Note that CCO-affiliated campus career fairs and recruitment events that were scheduled for March and April have been canceled.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Strengths 301 March 25, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

KRACH 260 (Sign up required)

Hire Big10+ Virtual Career Fair April 14, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

https://hirebig10.vfairs.com/

Virtual Just in Time Job Fair April 22, more information TBA

Visit the CCO website for updates

SAVE THE DATE! College of Agriculture Fall 2020 Career Fair

October 6, 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. CREC

Visit the CCO Calendar for a full list of

upcoming workshops and employer

information sessions.

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WHAT’S HAPPENING World Water Day Events will now be held virtually Purdue will be hosting the third annual World Water Day celebration on March 26. This is an opportunity to educate Purdue students, faculty and the local community about what different research groups, organizations and companies are doing to protect, preserve and enhance the water resources in our state and around the globe. Purdue Water Day is taking place in conjunction with the UN World Water Day with the theme of water & climate change. An expert panel on water and climate change will be moved to a virtual platform. Follow the Facebook page for updates.

Apply to be a Pre-Professional Ambassador Pre-Professional Advising is recruiting pre-health and pre-law students to join our Ambassador team for the 2020-2021 academic year. Applications are due Monday, March 30, 2020 at 5pm. See the flyer for more information.

Emerging Women in Ag Leadership Awards The Purdue WIA Team is currently accepting applications for the 2020 Purdue Women in Agriculture Awards. Nominees will be placed in the Leadership, Achievement or Emerging Women in Ag categories for award consideration as deemed appropriate. Women may nominate themselves, or be nominated by someone else by the May 1st deadline. See the application here and more info here. Biology Internships at Hoosier National Forest The Hoosier National Forest and the National Wild Turkey Federation will be offering internship positions for the summer of 2020. This will be an excellent opportunity for students to gain wildlife experience, perform wildlife projects and to learn about the US Forest Service and NWTF. These internships were developed for those going into the wildlife biology/natural resource fields. More information is on the FNR Job Board. TO APPLY: The student must send a resume that includes contact information, education, past experience, career goals, 3 references and their contact information, and a paragraph of why they want the internship. Resumes should be received through mail or email and addressed to Steve Harriss by April 1st. Work or volunteer at the Indianapolis Zoo The Indianapolis Zoo, a national leader in animal conservation and one of Indiana’s top tourist destinations, is looking for motivated individuals to join their staff. Positions range from paid to volunteer opportunities. Adult volunteers, Interns and Zoo Teens comprise the three programs managed by our Volunteer Services Department. Adults may volunteer for year round assignments or for a special event. Interns gain valuable real-world experience. Visit https://www.indianapoliszoo.com/jobs-volunteer/ for openings and instructions on how to apply. Employment Opportunities

• Summer Research Technician in Entomology

• Governor's Summer Intern - IN DNR (applications due by March 31)

• 2020 Summer Field Technician, Purdue University

• Aquaculture Technician, Purdue University

• Wabash Heartland Innovation Network (WHIN)

• Hoosier National Forest Opportunities

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

FNR

Career Services

• Four-Year Career Plan

• 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 professional organizations provide certification opportunities that will give you an edge on competition.

Learn more on how you can get certified through The American Fisheries Society, the Society of

American Foresters, and The Wildlife Society.

Purdue University ▪ Center for Career Opportunities ▪ Pre-Professional Advising 132 Young Hall ▪ 765-494-3981 ▪ preprofessional@purdue.edu ▪ PPA Website ▪ www.purdue.edu/preprofessional

Pre-Professional Ambassador Program

Academic Year 2020-2021 Application Information

Pre-Professional Ambassadors are a select group of students who are dedicated to the positive

promotion of pre-professional studies at Purdue University. The group is comprised of pre-

professional students from many different majors and representing different career interests.

Ambassadors will have the important role of communicating their knowledge of what it is like

to be a pre-professional student at Purdue to prospective students and families. Ambassadors

also have the opportunity to work closely with Purdue staff at various campus events, serving

as an essential component of the Pre-Professional Advising Office’s recruiting efforts.

Apply:

Send a resume and cover letter expressing your interest and qualifications for the

position to preprofessional@purdue.edu by 5pm on Monday, March 30, 2020. Put

“Ambassador Application” in the subject line.

Responsibilities:

To positively represent Purdue University, its students and staff, and the Pre-

Professional Advising office, at campus events

To present information about being a pre-professional student at Purdue to prospective

students and their families

To maintain active and productive membership by attending all Ambassador meetings,

participating in recruiting events and volunteering when needed

Specific Duties May Include:

Mingling, hosting and providing information to prospective students and families at

recruiting events

Formally speaking about your pre-professional experience

Participation in programs including but not limited to workshops, class visits, Boiler Gold

Rush, Fall Preview Day, Introducing Purdue, Purdue’s for Me, and Health Programs Expo

Purdue University ▪ Center for Career Opportunities ▪ Pre-Professional Advising 132 Young Hall ▪ 765-494-3981 ▪ preprofessional@purdue.edu ▪ PPA Website ▪ www.purdue.edu/preprofessional

Rewards:

Meet, interact, and network with prospective students, their families and your peers

Sharpen time management, leadership, interpersonal communication, and public

speaking skills

Share personal experiences and Purdue knowledge

Strengthen relationships with Purdue faculty and staff

Qualifications:

An enthusiastic and positive attitude

The ability to communicate individually, in small groups, and in front of large groups

The ability to initiate conversation with prospective students and their families

Willingness to volunteer when help is needed

Reliable, responsible, strong leader and friendly

Completion of at least 1 semester as a pre-professional student with a minimum 3.0

GPA

Purdue Pride!

Expectations:

Attendance at all meetings and training sessions

Active participation in a minimum of two (2) events per semester

Punctual and professional

Maintain a cumulative 3.0 GPA while at Purdue