A production internship is available with the National Council for the Traditional Arts. A CMCL alum held the position this fall, and she asked me to let you all know about this opportunity. Please contact the director of production, Dennis Blackledge, for more info (dblckldg@ncta.net). Also visit http://www.ncta.net.
Production interns play a key role in producing major festivals, tours and events, and gain valuable experience in areas such as production/technical coordination, travel arrangements, artist and staff communications by working directly with the Production Management Team. Prior experience in music, concert production, theatre production or festival organization preferred.
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Qualified applicants for all positions will be energetic, highly organized, hard working, detail oriented, computer literate and team players. Internships with stipend are generally limited to two to three positions annually, and generally require a multi-month commitment. No housing provided. Some evenings, weekends and travel required.
The National Council for the Traditional Arts (NCTA) is a private, not-for-profit corporation dedicated to the presentation and documentation of folk and traditional arts in the United States. Founded in 1933, it is the nation’s oldest multi-cultural producing and presenting organization. The programs of the Council celebrate and honor those arts that are deeply traditional - music, crafts, stories and dance passed down through time by families, communities, tribal, ethnic and occupational groups. NCTA stresses quality and authenticity in presenting folk artists to the public in concerts, national and international tours, festivals, radio and television programs, recordings, films and other programs.
Friday, November 30, 2007
Great Courses in Criminal Justice Have Openings
From the Criminal Justice advisor:
Do you have students who still need S&H courses, or who are at loose ends for filling out their schedules or for finding just the “right” minor? Please let them know about these stimulating course offerings, that still have seats available:
CJUS-P 100 Introduction to Criminal Justice (2 sections)
This course is an introduction to the administration of criminal
justice. Its focus is the structure, functions, and processes of the
criminal justice system. The principle components of the justice
system – the police, courts, and correctional systems – as well as
the complex interrelationships among these organizational components and tensions between them will be examined.
We will explore the processes that constitute each step of the
criminal justice system from decision to arrest, to sentencing,
through reentry as well as definitions of crime and law, the nature
and extent of crime, and the constitutional foundations of law and
justice. The impact of external influences – such as politics and
the media - on the goals and functioning of the criminal justice
system will be analyzed along with historical and international
perspectives on the administration of justice.
Issues of theory versus practice will be illuminated in the criminal
justice system at each step of the process, and our considerations
of the criminal justice system will be contextualized within models
of the criminal justice system such as due process versus crime
control.
Finally, contemporary issues and trends such as sentencing policies,
emerging issues in prisons, terrorism, and the death penalty will be
explored.
6045 MW 2:30-3:20 lecture, Friday discussion sections
6058 TR 12:20-1:10 lecture, Friday discussion sections
CJUS-P 300 Law and Global Corporations
Who should care about the role of the multinational corporations
(MNCs) in a globalizing world? Many people. As future policy-makers,
lawyers, or managers, it is important for you to understand the role
of large multinational business enterprises. Whether you are a labor
lawyer concerned about global trade issues or labor standards, an
environmental activist concerned about the role of MNCs with respect
to environmental policy, or you work as a manager or in-house
counsel for a major MNC, it is important for you to understand the
impact of MNCs on their stakeholders and the society in a
globalizing world, and the various attempts to regulate MNCs.
This course will start with cases illustrating MNCs’ globalizing
strategies, and the implications of this globalizing process. What
responsibilities do the more and more powerful and outreaching MNCs
have to its stakeholders: consumers, employees, governments, the
environment, and the public in general? We will use specific cases
to examine the role of MNCs in perpetuating or alleviating some of
the negative consequences of globalization. Further, we will study
and compare various proposals to define the social responsibilities
of MNCs. Finally, through an evaluation report, you will choose a
publicly-held MNC to examine and incorporate your own research with
the reading below to address the role your firm plays in a
globalizing world.
25937 Thursdays 5:45-8:15 p.m.
Krystie L. Herndon
Undergraduate Academic Advisor,
College of Arts and Sciences:
Criminal Justice, Sycamore 301
M 1-4:30 p.m., RF 9-11:30 a.m., R 1-4:30 p.m.
F 1:30-5 p.m.
Folklore and Ethnomusicology, 501 N. Park 107
T 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Linguistics, Memorial 220
W 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Do you have students who still need S&H courses, or who are at loose ends for filling out their schedules or for finding just the “right” minor? Please let them know about these stimulating course offerings, that still have seats available:
CJUS-P 100 Introduction to Criminal Justice (2 sections)
This course is an introduction to the administration of criminal
justice. Its focus is the structure, functions, and processes of the
criminal justice system. The principle components of the justice
system – the police, courts, and correctional systems – as well as
the complex interrelationships among these organizational components and tensions between them will be examined.
We will explore the processes that constitute each step of the
criminal justice system from decision to arrest, to sentencing,
through reentry as well as definitions of crime and law, the nature
and extent of crime, and the constitutional foundations of law and
justice. The impact of external influences – such as politics and
the media - on the goals and functioning of the criminal justice
system will be analyzed along with historical and international
perspectives on the administration of justice.
Issues of theory versus practice will be illuminated in the criminal
justice system at each step of the process, and our considerations
of the criminal justice system will be contextualized within models
of the criminal justice system such as due process versus crime
control.
Finally, contemporary issues and trends such as sentencing policies,
emerging issues in prisons, terrorism, and the death penalty will be
explored.
6045 MW 2:30-3:20 lecture, Friday discussion sections
6058 TR 12:20-1:10 lecture, Friday discussion sections
CJUS-P 300 Law and Global Corporations
Who should care about the role of the multinational corporations
(MNCs) in a globalizing world? Many people. As future policy-makers,
lawyers, or managers, it is important for you to understand the role
of large multinational business enterprises. Whether you are a labor
lawyer concerned about global trade issues or labor standards, an
environmental activist concerned about the role of MNCs with respect
to environmental policy, or you work as a manager or in-house
counsel for a major MNC, it is important for you to understand the
impact of MNCs on their stakeholders and the society in a
globalizing world, and the various attempts to regulate MNCs.
This course will start with cases illustrating MNCs’ globalizing
strategies, and the implications of this globalizing process. What
responsibilities do the more and more powerful and outreaching MNCs
have to its stakeholders: consumers, employees, governments, the
environment, and the public in general? We will use specific cases
to examine the role of MNCs in perpetuating or alleviating some of
the negative consequences of globalization. Further, we will study
and compare various proposals to define the social responsibilities
of MNCs. Finally, through an evaluation report, you will choose a
publicly-held MNC to examine and incorporate your own research with
the reading below to address the role your firm plays in a
globalizing world.
25937 Thursdays 5:45-8:15 p.m.
Krystie L. Herndon
Undergraduate Academic Advisor,
College of Arts and Sciences:
Criminal Justice, Sycamore 301
M 1-4:30 p.m., RF 9-11:30 a.m., R 1-4:30 p.m.
F 1:30-5 p.m.
Folklore and Ethnomusicology, 501 N. Park 107
T 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Linguistics, Memorial 220
W 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Student Survey: Views on Family
From the Religious Studies advisor:
I have a former student who is doing an honors thesis. She says: “I am currently studying IU students’ views of the family, specifically gay, lesbian, and co-habiting straight couples and their children. I have authored a 5 minute online survey attempting to gather these opinions from students. It has been IRB approved, is completely confidential, and literally takes less than five minutes to complete.
This survey is completely confidential and that there are no identifiers that can be traced back to respondents.”
Take the survey here:
http://www.collegestudentsattitudesaboutfamily.blogspot.com/
Thanks,
MaryLou
MaryLou Kennedy Hosek
Religious Studies Advisor
Sycamore Hall 230
mhosek@indiana.edu
I have a former student who is doing an honors thesis. She says: “I am currently studying IU students’ views of the family, specifically gay, lesbian, and co-habiting straight couples and their children. I have authored a 5 minute online survey attempting to gather these opinions from students. It has been IRB approved, is completely confidential, and literally takes less than five minutes to complete.
This survey is completely confidential and that there are no identifiers that can be traced back to respondents.”
Take the survey here:
http://www.collegestudentsattitudesaboutfamily.blogspot.com/
Thanks,
MaryLou
MaryLou Kennedy Hosek
Religious Studies Advisor
Sycamore Hall 230
mhosek@indiana.edu
Thursday, November 29, 2007
Two New Courses on Israel - Spring 2008
Two new courses on Israel in the Spring. No permission required to register for these courses.
JSTU-J 204 Social & Historical Topics in Jewish Studies (3 cr.) Daphne Tsimhoni
Topic: The Arab-Israeli Conflict
TR 4:00-5:30
Important note: This course will begin on Tuesday, January 29 so there will be no free drop period.
Since its inception, the Arab-Israeli conflict has dominated the political agenda and many aspects of life in Israel, the Middle East, and beyond. This course will introduce the students to the origins of the conflict in the late nineteenth century, the British pledge for a Jewish national home and the British mandate for Palestine, the development of the conflict from a local to a regional one, involving the Arab states. We will study the establishment of the State of Israel, the 1948 war and the creation of the Palestinian problem in its various aspects; both the 1956 Suez war and the Six Days 1967 war and their impact on Israel and the Middle East.
We will discuss the emergence of the PLO and the Palestinian organizations, the first Lebanon war, the road to the first Palestinian uprising (intifada), and to the peace accords. We will conclude by discussing the wars and the prospects for peace.
The course will be based on historical studies, various documentation, documentary films, and websites.
Course requirements: two midterm take-home exams and a final essay.
JSTU-J 304 Social & Historical Topics in Jewish Studies/3 cr./ Daphne Tsimhoni
Topic: Jews, Muslims, & Christians in Israel #25561
TR 6:30-8:00
Important note: This course will begin on Tuesday, January 29 so there will be no free drop period.
Established as the nation state of the Jewish people, Israel has an ethno-religious, socioculturally diverse population. This course will introduce students to this diversity and its impact on Israeli politics and society. We will explore the historical origins of this complexity: The religious significance of the Holy Land, the preservation of Ottoman and British mandatory traditions, the 1948 war and the mass immigration to Israel from Europe and the Middle East. We will examine the socio-cultural and religious diversity within the Jewish majority that extends far beyond the common division between western European (Ashkenazim) and Middle Eastern (Mizrahim) and the Palestinian Arab minority that is no less complex and includes Muslims, Christians, Druze and smaller communities.
Based on socio-historical research and documentaries, we will discuss the following issues: Is the breach between the Jewish majority and the Palestinian Arab minority in Israel bridgeable? Is there a 'demographic issue' in Israel? and if so, what is its impact on Israeli politics? Who are the 'Arab Jews'? Can they form a bridge between Jews and Arabs? Is there an Israeli identity? What are its components?
Course requirements: two midterm take-home exams and a final essay.
Fulfills: Jewish Studies History & Society course or Religion & Thought course; S&H
JSTU-J 204 Social & Historical Topics in Jewish Studies (3 cr.) Daphne Tsimhoni
Topic: The Arab-Israeli Conflict
TR 4:00-5:30
Important note: This course will begin on Tuesday, January 29 so there will be no free drop period.
Since its inception, the Arab-Israeli conflict has dominated the political agenda and many aspects of life in Israel, the Middle East, and beyond. This course will introduce the students to the origins of the conflict in the late nineteenth century, the British pledge for a Jewish national home and the British mandate for Palestine, the development of the conflict from a local to a regional one, involving the Arab states. We will study the establishment of the State of Israel, the 1948 war and the creation of the Palestinian problem in its various aspects; both the 1956 Suez war and the Six Days 1967 war and their impact on Israel and the Middle East.
We will discuss the emergence of the PLO and the Palestinian organizations, the first Lebanon war, the road to the first Palestinian uprising (intifada), and to the peace accords. We will conclude by discussing the wars and the prospects for peace.
The course will be based on historical studies, various documentation, documentary films, and websites.
Course requirements: two midterm take-home exams and a final essay.
JSTU-J 304 Social & Historical Topics in Jewish Studies/3 cr./ Daphne Tsimhoni
Topic: Jews, Muslims, & Christians in Israel #25561
TR 6:30-8:00
Important note: This course will begin on Tuesday, January 29 so there will be no free drop period.
Established as the nation state of the Jewish people, Israel has an ethno-religious, socioculturally diverse population. This course will introduce students to this diversity and its impact on Israeli politics and society. We will explore the historical origins of this complexity: The religious significance of the Holy Land, the preservation of Ottoman and British mandatory traditions, the 1948 war and the mass immigration to Israel from Europe and the Middle East. We will examine the socio-cultural and religious diversity within the Jewish majority that extends far beyond the common division between western European (Ashkenazim) and Middle Eastern (Mizrahim) and the Palestinian Arab minority that is no less complex and includes Muslims, Christians, Druze and smaller communities.
Based on socio-historical research and documentaries, we will discuss the following issues: Is the breach between the Jewish majority and the Palestinian Arab minority in Israel bridgeable? Is there a 'demographic issue' in Israel? and if so, what is its impact on Israeli politics? Who are the 'Arab Jews'? Can they form a bridge between Jews and Arabs? Is there an Israeli identity? What are its components?
Course requirements: two midterm take-home exams and a final essay.
Fulfills: Jewish Studies History & Society course or Religion & Thought course; S&H
Upcoming Events & Opportunities at the Career Development Center
PEACE CORPS-- FINAL INFORMATION SESSION OF THE SEMESTER!
The IU Peace Corps Campus Representative is looking for skilled workers, professionals, and college graduates to fill positions in the United States Peace Corps. Come find out how you can serve your country and improve the relationships between the United States and the people of other countries!
Thursday, December 6th, 2007
7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
School of Education, Room 1225
Peace Corps needs Volunteers from a variety of backgrounds to fill positions in education, agriculture, the environment, business, health, IT, community services, and other areas. Come and learn how your skills can be put to use helping people overseas in one of over 70 developing countries across the world. Friends and family are welcome to attend.
For more information, please contact Brett Kuhnert at (812) 856-1864 or e-mail at: peace@indiana.edu
Brett’s office is located at the IU Career Development Center, 625 North Jordan Avenue; please feel free to stop in and make an appointment to see Brett during his office hours.
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THE WORKFORCE RECRUITMENT PROGRAM FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS with DISABILITIES is coming to the IU CAMPUS this year!
This program is an excellent way for current students and recent graduates to find internships and full-time jobs across the country.
INTERVIEWS AVAILABLE WITH THE WORKFORCE RECRUITMENT PROGRAM
What is the Workforce Recruitment Program?
The Workforce Recruitment Program for College Students with Disabilities (WRP) is a resource to connect public and private sector employers nationwide with students and recent graduates with disabilities who are eager to prove their abilities in the workforce. Employers seek to fill both temporary and permanent positions in a variety of fields.
How Does the Program Work?
The WRP operates on the following timeline:
• In January and February, a recruiter will come to IU to interview students.
• By late March, a database composed of your resume and other information is made available to employers in the public and private sectors.
• Once the data base is released, interested employers make direct contact with you about temporary and permanent job offers. The data base is active for one year.
Join the Career Development Center and Disability Services for Students in our effort to increase career opportunities for students like yourself. Sign up immediately to get an interview slot! Students will be required to attend preparatory sessions on interviewing skills, resume writing, and other helpful topics before their interviews.
Questions?
Want to sign up?
Contact Laura Barnes Paley in the Career Development Center at laubarne@indiana.edu/812-855-0577, or Elaine Kuhns at eekuhns@indiana.edu/812.855.7578.
The WRP is co-sponsored by the Office of Disability Employment Policy and the Department of Defense, with support from other federal agencies.
The IU Peace Corps Campus Representative is looking for skilled workers, professionals, and college graduates to fill positions in the United States Peace Corps. Come find out how you can serve your country and improve the relationships between the United States and the people of other countries!
Thursday, December 6th, 2007
7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
School of Education, Room 1225
Peace Corps needs Volunteers from a variety of backgrounds to fill positions in education, agriculture, the environment, business, health, IT, community services, and other areas. Come and learn how your skills can be put to use helping people overseas in one of over 70 developing countries across the world. Friends and family are welcome to attend.
For more information, please contact Brett Kuhnert at (812) 856-1864 or e-mail at: peace@indiana.edu
Brett’s office is located at the IU Career Development Center, 625 North Jordan Avenue; please feel free to stop in and make an appointment to see Brett during his office hours.
* * * * * * * *
THE WORKFORCE RECRUITMENT PROGRAM FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS with DISABILITIES is coming to the IU CAMPUS this year!
This program is an excellent way for current students and recent graduates to find internships and full-time jobs across the country.
INTERVIEWS AVAILABLE WITH THE WORKFORCE RECRUITMENT PROGRAM
What is the Workforce Recruitment Program?
The Workforce Recruitment Program for College Students with Disabilities (WRP) is a resource to connect public and private sector employers nationwide with students and recent graduates with disabilities who are eager to prove their abilities in the workforce. Employers seek to fill both temporary and permanent positions in a variety of fields.
How Does the Program Work?
The WRP operates on the following timeline:
• In January and February, a recruiter will come to IU to interview students.
• By late March, a database composed of your resume and other information is made available to employers in the public and private sectors.
• Once the data base is released, interested employers make direct contact with you about temporary and permanent job offers. The data base is active for one year.
Join the Career Development Center and Disability Services for Students in our effort to increase career opportunities for students like yourself. Sign up immediately to get an interview slot! Students will be required to attend preparatory sessions on interviewing skills, resume writing, and other helpful topics before their interviews.
Questions?
Want to sign up?
Contact Laura Barnes Paley in the Career Development Center at laubarne@indiana.edu/812-855-0577, or Elaine Kuhns at eekuhns@indiana.edu/812.855.7578.
The WRP is co-sponsored by the Office of Disability Employment Policy and the Department of Defense, with support from other federal agencies.
Wednesday, November 28, 2007
United Way Fundraiser (with Ice Cream!)
From Jennifer Heusel, an instructor for CMCL-C 223 Business and Professional Communication:
One of my C223 classes is having a fundraiser TONIGHT that includes ice cream! They are raising money for the adopt-a-family program of the United Way, so several students will be serving ice cream at Coldstone Creamery in Bloomington Wednesday Nov. 28 between 6 and 9 pm. All you have to do is order your favorite ice cream and tell the cashier "FUNDRAISER" when you purchase your delicious dessert.
See their Facebook Event for more information:
http://indiana.facebook.com/event.php?eid=7685771478
Thank you for your support!
Jennifer Heusel
Graduate Student
Department of Communication and Culture
Indiana University, Bloomington
One of my C223 classes is having a fundraiser TONIGHT that includes ice cream! They are raising money for the adopt-a-family program of the United Way, so several students will be serving ice cream at Coldstone Creamery in Bloomington Wednesday Nov. 28 between 6 and 9 pm. All you have to do is order your favorite ice cream and tell the cashier "FUNDRAISER" when you purchase your delicious dessert.
See their Facebook Event for more information:
http://indiana.facebook.com/event.php?eid=7685771478
Thank you for your support!
Jennifer Heusel
Graduate Student
Department of Communication and Culture
Indiana University, Bloomington
New JOUR-J 200 and J 210 Classes Added for Spring
From the School of Journalism (this is of special interest for CMCL majors pursuing a certificate in Journalism):
We have added several new classes of JOUR-J 200 and a few new discussion sections for JOUR-J 210. If you are interested in any of these, log into the registration system and add them to your spring schedule. See details below:
J 200 8819, 11:15-12:45, MW
J 200 8822, 11:15-12:45, MW
J 200 15071, 2:45-4:15, MW
J 200 27854, 5:30-7:00, MW
J 200 27856, 2:45-4:15, TR
J 210 29056, 9:30-11:00, F
J 210 29057, 2:00-3:30, F
J 210 29059, 2:45-4:15, F
(Remember, in order to get into the lecture portion of J 210, you need to enroll in a discussion section.)
If you have any questions, please get in touch.
Smiles!
Lauren Kinzer
Director of Advising Services
IU School of Journalism
855-1714, lkinzer@indiana.edu
We have added several new classes of JOUR-J 200 and a few new discussion sections for JOUR-J 210. If you are interested in any of these, log into the registration system and add them to your spring schedule. See details below:
J 200 8819, 11:15-12:45, MW
J 200 8822, 11:15-12:45, MW
J 200 15071, 2:45-4:15, MW
J 200 27854, 5:30-7:00, MW
J 200 27856, 2:45-4:15, TR
J 210 29056, 9:30-11:00, F
J 210 29057, 2:00-3:30, F
J 210 29059, 2:45-4:15, F
(Remember, in order to get into the lecture portion of J 210, you need to enroll in a discussion section.)
If you have any questions, please get in touch.
Smiles!
Lauren Kinzer
Director of Advising Services
IU School of Journalism
855-1714, lkinzer@indiana.edu
Tuesday, November 27, 2007
Mock Interviews with Sigma-Aldrich
This mock interviewing event is now open to all students and are a first come, first served sign-up basis via www.IUCareers.com. If you have any questions please contact ebolyard@indiana.edu.
Top executives from Sigma-Aldrich will be at the Career Development Center/Arts & Sciences Career Services Dec 3 and Dec 4 as an Employer in Residence to help students sharpen their interview skills. This generous employer is not conducting interviews for positions with Sigma-Aldrich, but will be here to share their career wisdom and professional expertise with interested students who would like to practice their interview technique. They will conduct 30 minute, one-on-one interviews to provide constructive feedback which can improve your skills. Since there is no job description involved, students are asked to bring a copy of their resume to the session and indicate which career field(s) they are interested in. Sigma-Aldrich will do their best to customize the experience to benefit your individual needs. Practice makes perfect and this is a great way to rehearse for your upcoming job and internship interviews!
Top executives from Sigma-Aldrich will be at the Career Development Center/Arts & Sciences Career Services Dec 3 and Dec 4 as an Employer in Residence to help students sharpen their interview skills. This generous employer is not conducting interviews for positions with Sigma-Aldrich, but will be here to share their career wisdom and professional expertise with interested students who would like to practice their interview technique. They will conduct 30 minute, one-on-one interviews to provide constructive feedback which can improve your skills. Since there is no job description involved, students are asked to bring a copy of their resume to the session and indicate which career field(s) they are interested in. Sigma-Aldrich will do their best to customize the experience to benefit your individual needs. Practice makes perfect and this is a great way to rehearse for your upcoming job and internship interviews!
Monday, November 26, 2007
Volunteer Opportunity: People and Animal Learning Services
Are you looking for a fun and very rewarding volunteer experience? Then come to People and Animal Learning Services, Inc. (PALS). Volunteers help children and adults with disabilities learn how to ride horses.
Responsibilities include leading horses & side-walking riders during riding lessons. Volunteers also help groom, saddle, train, care for horses and help with barn chores. No horse experience necessary! A commitment of 3-4 hours per week is requested.
PALS is offering a new volunteer training on Saturday January 12th from 1- 4pm for anyone interested in becoming involved in PALS or therapeutic riding.
Please RSVP for the training and to request a volunteer packet to Fern Bonchek at 812-336-2798 or pals@indiana.edu.
Responsibilities include leading horses & side-walking riders during riding lessons. Volunteers also help groom, saddle, train, care for horses and help with barn chores. No horse experience necessary! A commitment of 3-4 hours per week is requested.
PALS is offering a new volunteer training on Saturday January 12th from 1- 4pm for anyone interested in becoming involved in PALS or therapeutic riding.
Please RSVP for the training and to request a volunteer packet to Fern Bonchek at 812-336-2798 or pals@indiana.edu.
Tuesday, November 20, 2007
Internship Opportunities with the Natural Resources Conservation Service
Note to CMCL majors: pay close attention to the Public Affairs job description. For this position, the NRCS is most interested in communication students with an interest in environmental issues, agriculture or conservation. The position could continue for the next couple summers and eventually be a full time opportunity.
Questions can be directed to Jill Reinhart:
Asst. State Conservationist, Outreach & Communications
USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service
6013 Lakeside Blvd.
Indianapolis, IN 46278
317/290-3200, ext. 383
jill.reinhart@in.usda.gov
Department: Natural Resources Conservation Service
Agency: Natural Resources Conservation Service
Job Announcement Number: NRCS-IN-08-01
Student Trainee
Salary Range: $10.06 to $13.36 USD Per Hour
Open Period: 11/14/2007 to 12/14/2007
Series & Grade: GS-0499, 0899, 1099-02/04
Position Information: Full-Time Student Career Experience Program
Promotion Potential: 11 Duty Location: 9 vacancies - Throughout Indiana, IN
Who May Be Considered:
Applications will be accepted from United States citizens and nationals.
Job Summary:
These positions will be under the Student Career Experience Program (SCEP) which provides work experience for students that is directly related to their academic program and career goals. Up to 9 student trainee positions (in soil conservation, soil science, agricultural engineering and public affairs) will be available in various locations throughout Indiana. Most placements will begin in the spring 2008.
For information concerning natural resources conservation in Indiana please visit http://www.in.nrcs.usda.gov.
The Natural Resources Conservation Service provides leadership in a partnership effort to help people conserve, maintain, and improve our natural resources and environment. (http://www.nrcs.usda.gov).
Major Duties:
Soil Conservation work includes:
- Accompanying soil conservationists to observe methods used in meeting resource conservation need.
- Gathering and assembling data for use in basic conservation plans.
- Performing surveys used for design and preliminary layout work, participating in inspection of construction and making field notes.
- Attending meetings of soil and water conservation district boards.
Agricultural Engineer work includes:
- Operates transit and level in obtaining survey information.
- Performs field survey work including topographic, cross section, profile or other surveys for use in the development of engineering plans by the professional engineer.
- Maintains accurate notes of surveys conducted.
- Helps with standard designs of simple drainage, erosion control or other engineering practices.
Soil Scientist work includes:
- Accompanying soil scientists to observe methods used in providing technical assistance for soil interpretations and special requests.
- Participating in soil surveys and field reviews and gathering data for defining map units.
- Collecting, tabulating and analyzing soil survey data.
- Collecting soil samples.
Public Affairs work includes:
- Writes news releases and feature stories for distribution through farm and non-farm media outlets in Indiana.
- Participates in layouts and design of text and images in publications, exhibits or presentations for use in delivering agency messages.
- Assists with setup of audio-visual equipment and provides orientation or instruction to users.
- Reviews and edits text prepared by other employees for clarity and understanding by internal and external audiences.
Qualifications:
Applicants at the GS-2 level must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Applicants at the GS-3 level must have completed 1 academic year of post high school study (1 academic year equals 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours).
Applicants at the GS-4 level must have completed 2 academic years of post high school study or have completed their Associates degree.
You must be a U.S. citizen to qualify for this position.
You may need to work outdoors, often under adverse weather conditions.
- Be enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a degree seeking student in an accredited college or university and be taking at least a half-time academic course load in a curriculum that leads to a position as a soil conservationist, soil scientist, public affairs specialist or agricultural engineer. Students must be pursuing a course of study related to the position they are applying for, i.e., soil conservation, natural resources and/or other agriculture disciplines such as agronomy, forestry, biological sciences, soil sciences, public affairs/information arts or agricultural engineering.
- Posses and maintain a cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0 or higher.
- Have and maintain a valid state driver's license.
- A background security investigation and credit check will be required for all new appointments. Your continued employment will be subject to your successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for termination.
- If you are a male over age l8 who was born after December 3l, l959, you must have registered with the Selective Service System (or have an exemption) to be eligible for a Federal job.
- You must be a United States Citizen or National (resident of American Samoa and Swains Island) to be considered for this job.
- Your Social Security Number is requested to uniquely identify your records from those of other applicants who may have the same name. Failure to provide your SSN in your application package will result in your application not being processed.
- Applicants must be mobile to all locations throughout Indiana upon initial placement and subsequent summers as well as upon graduation.
How Will You Be Evaluated:
Applicants will be evaluated on the basis of the information provided in their application package. Your opportunity for consideration will depend on how thoroughly you have prepared your application. Please read all instructions carefully. Incomplete applications will not be referred for consideration.
Benefits:
The Student Career Experience Program provides work experience that is directly related to the student's academic program and career goals. This allows NRCS to discover first hand the abilities of a potential employee and gives managers the ability to evaluate the student's performance in real work situations. The benefit to the student is exposure to public service while enhancing their educational goals and shaping their career choices. Typically students work full-time during the summer and then are placed in a non-pay status to return to school during the fall. Students under the SCEP may be non-competitively converted to career-conditional appointments following completion of their academic and work experience requirements.
Students appointed under the SCEP are eligible for both health and life insurance coverage as long as they are expected to be employed under this appointment authority for at least one year and are expected to be in a pay status for at least one third of the total period of time from the date of their initial appointment to the date of the completion of the program. Costs of the premiums are split between the employee and the agency.
Students are also eligible for federal retirement benefits, Thrift Savings Plan, paid leave, flexible work schedules and other federal benefits.
Housing subsidies and/or transportation costs may be offered on a case-by-case basis.
SALARY RANGE BASED ON LOCALITY PAY AREA OF DUTY STATION OF POSITION:
• GS-2 $10.09 - $10.91 per hour
• GS-3 $11.01 - $11.91 per hour
• GS-4 $12.36 - $13.36 per hour
How to Apply:
You must submit your application so that it will be received by the closing date of the announcement.
Be sure your application includes the following: a resume or an Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF 612), although we do not require a specific format, certain information is required to determine if you are qualified.
All applicants must submit the following information to be considered.
1. OF-612, Optional Application for Federal Employment or a resume. If using a resume it must include the following information:
- Announcement number, title and grade applying for.
- Your full name, mailing address and phone number
- Social Security Number
- Country of citizenship. U.S. Citizenship is required.
- Work experience (both paid and unpaid experience). List job title, duties, employer's name and address; starting and ending dates; hours worked per week. Indicate if we can contact your current supervisor.
2. Copy of your current college transcript that includes hours and grades.
3. Written responses to the following questions.
* What knowledge and experience do you have in Agricultural and Natural Resources?
* What are your long range career goals and interests?
* Working for the Natural Resources Conservation Service often requires working outdoors in all types of weather. Please explain your willingness to work in this type of environment.
* Working for the Natural Resources Conservation Service often requires working with individuals and groups. Please explain your ability to communicate with others in these types of situations.
* Natural Resources Conservation Service positions are often located in small towns and rural areas, does working in this type situation appeal to you and why?
* Explain your ability to use computer software such as ESRI GIS programs, Excel, Power Point, Access, CAD, engineering design programs etc.
* Working for the Natural Resources Conservation Service, you will have many demands on your time, please explain your ability to organize and prioritize your work.
* Working for the Natural Resources Conservation Service often requires employees to be mobile. Please characterize your willingness to be mobile, i.e., any location in the Midwest U.S.; any location in Indiana.
Applications may be submitted either by mailing your application package to the address listed on the last page of the announcement or by fax (317) 290-3225. Applications and attached materials will not be returned. Applications must be received by close of business on December 14, 2007.
Applicants may or may not be contacted for interviews or for more information if needed to help determine continuing eligibility for the SCEP program and possible placement in our agency.
NRCS provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.
Contact Information:
Connie Givens
Phone: 317-290-3200 ext. 335
Fax: 317-290-3225
Or Write:
Natural Resources Conservation Service
6013 Lakeside Boulevard
Indianapolis IN 46278
What to Expect Next:
You will be contacted regarding the status of your application. Selections normally take approximately eight weeks after the closing date of the announcement.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, and where applicable, sex, marital status, familial status, parental status, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, political beliefs, reprisal, or because all or a part of an individual’s income is derived from any public assistance program. (Not all prohibited basis apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) should contact USDA's TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TDD). To file a complaint of discrimination, write to USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 (voice) or (202) 720-6382 (TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
Questions can be directed to Jill Reinhart:
Asst. State Conservationist, Outreach & Communications
USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service
6013 Lakeside Blvd.
Indianapolis, IN 46278
317/290-3200, ext. 383
jill.reinhart@in.usda.gov
Department: Natural Resources Conservation Service
Agency: Natural Resources Conservation Service
Job Announcement Number: NRCS-IN-08-01
Student Trainee
Salary Range: $10.06 to $13.36 USD Per Hour
Open Period: 11/14/2007 to 12/14/2007
Series & Grade: GS-0499, 0899, 1099-02/04
Position Information: Full-Time Student Career Experience Program
Promotion Potential: 11 Duty Location: 9 vacancies - Throughout Indiana, IN
Who May Be Considered:
Applications will be accepted from United States citizens and nationals.
Job Summary:
These positions will be under the Student Career Experience Program (SCEP) which provides work experience for students that is directly related to their academic program and career goals. Up to 9 student trainee positions (in soil conservation, soil science, agricultural engineering and public affairs) will be available in various locations throughout Indiana. Most placements will begin in the spring 2008.
For information concerning natural resources conservation in Indiana please visit http://www.in.nrcs.usda.gov.
The Natural Resources Conservation Service provides leadership in a partnership effort to help people conserve, maintain, and improve our natural resources and environment. (http://www.nrcs.usda.gov).
Major Duties:
Soil Conservation work includes:
- Accompanying soil conservationists to observe methods used in meeting resource conservation need.
- Gathering and assembling data for use in basic conservation plans.
- Performing surveys used for design and preliminary layout work, participating in inspection of construction and making field notes.
- Attending meetings of soil and water conservation district boards.
Agricultural Engineer work includes:
- Operates transit and level in obtaining survey information.
- Performs field survey work including topographic, cross section, profile or other surveys for use in the development of engineering plans by the professional engineer.
- Maintains accurate notes of surveys conducted.
- Helps with standard designs of simple drainage, erosion control or other engineering practices.
Soil Scientist work includes:
- Accompanying soil scientists to observe methods used in providing technical assistance for soil interpretations and special requests.
- Participating in soil surveys and field reviews and gathering data for defining map units.
- Collecting, tabulating and analyzing soil survey data.
- Collecting soil samples.
Public Affairs work includes:
- Writes news releases and feature stories for distribution through farm and non-farm media outlets in Indiana.
- Participates in layouts and design of text and images in publications, exhibits or presentations for use in delivering agency messages.
- Assists with setup of audio-visual equipment and provides orientation or instruction to users.
- Reviews and edits text prepared by other employees for clarity and understanding by internal and external audiences.
Qualifications:
Applicants at the GS-2 level must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Applicants at the GS-3 level must have completed 1 academic year of post high school study (1 academic year equals 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours).
Applicants at the GS-4 level must have completed 2 academic years of post high school study or have completed their Associates degree.
You must be a U.S. citizen to qualify for this position.
You may need to work outdoors, often under adverse weather conditions.
- Be enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a degree seeking student in an accredited college or university and be taking at least a half-time academic course load in a curriculum that leads to a position as a soil conservationist, soil scientist, public affairs specialist or agricultural engineer. Students must be pursuing a course of study related to the position they are applying for, i.e., soil conservation, natural resources and/or other agriculture disciplines such as agronomy, forestry, biological sciences, soil sciences, public affairs/information arts or agricultural engineering.
- Posses and maintain a cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0 or higher.
- Have and maintain a valid state driver's license.
- A background security investigation and credit check will be required for all new appointments. Your continued employment will be subject to your successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for termination.
- If you are a male over age l8 who was born after December 3l, l959, you must have registered with the Selective Service System (or have an exemption) to be eligible for a Federal job.
- You must be a United States Citizen or National (resident of American Samoa and Swains Island) to be considered for this job.
- Your Social Security Number is requested to uniquely identify your records from those of other applicants who may have the same name. Failure to provide your SSN in your application package will result in your application not being processed.
- Applicants must be mobile to all locations throughout Indiana upon initial placement and subsequent summers as well as upon graduation.
How Will You Be Evaluated:
Applicants will be evaluated on the basis of the information provided in their application package. Your opportunity for consideration will depend on how thoroughly you have prepared your application. Please read all instructions carefully. Incomplete applications will not be referred for consideration.
Benefits:
The Student Career Experience Program provides work experience that is directly related to the student's academic program and career goals. This allows NRCS to discover first hand the abilities of a potential employee and gives managers the ability to evaluate the student's performance in real work situations. The benefit to the student is exposure to public service while enhancing their educational goals and shaping their career choices. Typically students work full-time during the summer and then are placed in a non-pay status to return to school during the fall. Students under the SCEP may be non-competitively converted to career-conditional appointments following completion of their academic and work experience requirements.
Students appointed under the SCEP are eligible for both health and life insurance coverage as long as they are expected to be employed under this appointment authority for at least one year and are expected to be in a pay status for at least one third of the total period of time from the date of their initial appointment to the date of the completion of the program. Costs of the premiums are split between the employee and the agency.
Students are also eligible for federal retirement benefits, Thrift Savings Plan, paid leave, flexible work schedules and other federal benefits.
Housing subsidies and/or transportation costs may be offered on a case-by-case basis.
SALARY RANGE BASED ON LOCALITY PAY AREA OF DUTY STATION OF POSITION:
• GS-2 $10.09 - $10.91 per hour
• GS-3 $11.01 - $11.91 per hour
• GS-4 $12.36 - $13.36 per hour
How to Apply:
You must submit your application so that it will be received by the closing date of the announcement.
Be sure your application includes the following: a resume or an Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF 612), although we do not require a specific format, certain information is required to determine if you are qualified.
All applicants must submit the following information to be considered.
1. OF-612, Optional Application for Federal Employment or a resume. If using a resume it must include the following information:
- Announcement number, title and grade applying for.
- Your full name, mailing address and phone number
- Social Security Number
- Country of citizenship. U.S. Citizenship is required.
- Work experience (both paid and unpaid experience). List job title, duties, employer's name and address; starting and ending dates; hours worked per week. Indicate if we can contact your current supervisor.
2. Copy of your current college transcript that includes hours and grades.
3. Written responses to the following questions.
* What knowledge and experience do you have in Agricultural and Natural Resources?
* What are your long range career goals and interests?
* Working for the Natural Resources Conservation Service often requires working outdoors in all types of weather. Please explain your willingness to work in this type of environment.
* Working for the Natural Resources Conservation Service often requires working with individuals and groups. Please explain your ability to communicate with others in these types of situations.
* Natural Resources Conservation Service positions are often located in small towns and rural areas, does working in this type situation appeal to you and why?
* Explain your ability to use computer software such as ESRI GIS programs, Excel, Power Point, Access, CAD, engineering design programs etc.
* Working for the Natural Resources Conservation Service, you will have many demands on your time, please explain your ability to organize and prioritize your work.
* Working for the Natural Resources Conservation Service often requires employees to be mobile. Please characterize your willingness to be mobile, i.e., any location in the Midwest U.S.; any location in Indiana.
Applications may be submitted either by mailing your application package to the address listed on the last page of the announcement or by fax (317) 290-3225. Applications and attached materials will not be returned. Applications must be received by close of business on December 14, 2007.
Applicants may or may not be contacted for interviews or for more information if needed to help determine continuing eligibility for the SCEP program and possible placement in our agency.
NRCS provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.
Contact Information:
Connie Givens
Phone: 317-290-3200 ext. 335
Fax: 317-290-3225
Or Write:
Natural Resources Conservation Service
6013 Lakeside Boulevard
Indianapolis IN 46278
What to Expect Next:
You will be contacted regarding the status of your application. Selections normally take approximately eight weeks after the closing date of the announcement.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, and where applicable, sex, marital status, familial status, parental status, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, political beliefs, reprisal, or because all or a part of an individual’s income is derived from any public assistance program. (Not all prohibited basis apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) should contact USDA's TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TDD). To file a complaint of discrimination, write to USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 (voice) or (202) 720-6382 (TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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