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SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

Pines & Needles is a weekly career newsletter specifically for FNR

students that includes upcoming events and resources. The Basic

Wildland Fire Training information session will be taking place next

Tuesday, September 24. In addition, there are several seminars and

workshops happening over the next few weeks.

Be sure to check out the FNR Job Board (updated weekly) for a full list of

opportunities you may qualify for.

SPOTLIGHT

FNR Seminar: Thinking outside the box: Natural resource management in an era of increasing complexity

As climatic, biotic, social, and economic influences alter environments and natural resource objectives, land managers increasingly face greater complexity and novel conditions that challenge natural resource management. USDA Forest Service, Research Ecologist, Lauren Pile will share past and current research investigating different approaches to natural resource management in an era anthropogenic change. Highlights will include multi-species mortality following drought in California, tree invasion and management in the southeastern US, and novel approaches to forest management. This seminar will take place Friday, September 20 at 12:00 p.m. in PFEN 120.

Save the date! Basic Wildland Fire Training

The IDNR, Division of Forestry, Purdue University, FNR, and Wildfire

Management & Training Specialists will jointly host a Basic Wildland Fire

Training on Saturday, November 23 from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the

Wright Center. Early registration ends October 15. After October 15, the

registration fee increases. See the attached for more information and

the registration form.

Basic Wildland Fire Training information sessions will take place on

September 24. Hear from FNR Alum Steve Creech to learn more about

this training as well as his career path. A forestry graduate, some of

Steve’s experiences at Purdue include teaching a fire ecology course and

serving as a Summer Practicum Director. This is an opportunity you don’t

want to miss! The sessions will take place at 2:00 and 6:00 p.m. in the

Dean’s Auditorium (PFEN 241). You only need to attend one session

(no sign-up required).

UPCOMING EVENTS

Discussion Forum with Land O’Lakes

President and CEO

September 17, 9:00 a.m.

Fowler Hall (STEW)

Strengths 201 Workshop

September 17, 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

KRACH 230

Sign-up required

Acing the Interview Workshop

September 18, 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

STEW 320

How to Build an Unforgettable LinkedIn

September 19, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Marriott Hall, 148

(Bring your laptop)

Basic Wildland Fire Training

Information Session

September 24, 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.

PFEN 241

Leadership Development Certificate Program (LDCP) Call-Out

September 24 & 25, 5:30pm AGAD 128

College of Agricultural Career Fair

October 1, 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Cordova Recreational Sports Center

(CREC)

Visit the CCO Calendar for a full list of

upcoming workshops and employer

information sessions.

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WHAT’S HAPPENING Land O’Lakes President and CEO to speak at Purdue The Department of Agricultural Economics invites you to join us for “A Conversation with Beth Ford,” TODAY, September 17th from 9:00am to 10:30am in Fowler Hall. During the session we will explore how Land O'Lakes positions itself within the value chain of agriculture to create a more sustainable planet while also maintaining and improving efficiency. Time will be also be set aside for audience questions. The event is free and open to the public. 2019 Agricultural Research Awards Seminar Ian Kaplan is the 2019 Agricultural Research Award recipient. Please join the Department of Entomology for the award presentation and seminar on, “Do generalists triumph in a specialized world? My career as an opportunistic academic,” September 30 at 3:00 in PFEN 241. A reception will follow in Leopold’s Landing.

Leadership Development Certificate Program (LDCP) Call-Out Learn about this certificate program offered by the College of Ag at the call-outs on Tuesday, September 24 & Wednesday, September 25 at 5:30pm in AGAD 128. See more info on the flyer here. The College of Ag Fall 2019 Career Fair is Tuesday, October 1st. The College of Agriculture career fair will take place October 1 from 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. in the CREC. Several companies have signed up to attend. Visit the career fair page to see who’s coming. The day before the Career Fair, mark your calendars to attend the CoA Resume Blitz on Monday, September 30, 2019, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm, held in AGAD 121 (the Student Commons). Company representatives will be on hand to critique your resume.

A great way to meet employers is to help at the fair. Sign-Up today to assist with the fair. If you have questions, contact Sherre Meyer at meyer10@purdue.edu, or 765-494-8482.

USDA Forest Service Presidential Management Fellows Program Unique among Federal agencies, the Forest Service (FS) cultivates future leaders through a comprehensive leadership development program largely run by the future leaders themselves. The FS recruits and hires new talent through the Presidential Management Fellows (PMF) Program. PMFs are welcomed as future leaders and are provided with an extensive network of peers, direct engagement with agency leadership, challenging high-level assignments, and exposure to diverse parts of the Agency. Attend the webinar TODAY, September 17 at 1:00 p.m. for more information: https://usfs.adobeconnect.com/npo-100. A full description is available on the FNR Job Board. Spring Internship at the Columbian Park Zoo

Offered each semester, the Columbian Park Zoo’s Internship Program is an excellent way to build hands-on experience for your future career. Areas of focus include: Animal Care (focus areas include General Exotic Animal Care, Australia/Americas exhibits, or Family Farm exhibit); Education and Communication (focus areas include Animal Ambassador and Interpretive Programs or Social Media). Applications for Spring 2020 Interns are now being accepted. The deadline for submission is Friday, November 8th, 2019 by 5:00pm. See the job description on the FNR Job Board. Seeking other opportunities? Join their volunteer team! For more information, please contact Jennifer Spence at jspence@lafayette.in.gov or visit www.columbianparkzoo.org.

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?

Interested in Maymester Study

Abroad to Colombia? Attend the

callout Thursday, September 26th at

6:00 p.m. in KRAN 758 to learn

more! See the attached flyer for a

preview.

Basic Wildland Firefighter Training S-130 Basic Firefighter, S-190 Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior,

L-180 Human Factors on the Fireline, IS-100 Introduction to Incident Command, and IS-700 Introduction to the National Incident Management System

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry, Purdue University, Forestry and Natural Resources, and Wildfire Management & Training Specialists will jointly host this training. The course is designed to develop the knowledge and skills to perform as a Firefighter Type II on suppression and prescribed fire. An optional Work Capacity Test (WCT) will be administered to individuals desiring to become fire suppression qualified and/or available for National Mobility (Red Card Certification). The instructional sections and field exercises that are incorporated into the course are taught to National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) standards. New CD Version Approved: NWCG has developed a CD/DVD version of the Basic Wildland Firefighter Course. Students will be able to take S-190 “Introduction to Fire Behavior”, S-130 “Wildland Firefighter Training”, and L-180 “Human Factors on the Fireline” utilizing the self-paced CD. Once students have completed each unit of the CD and the associated challenge reviews and complete two (2) short online Incident Command System (ICS) courses they will be able to attend an 8-hour classroom/field module at the Wright Forestry Center. In order to successfully complete this CD version of the course a student must successfully complete all the modules, print a copy of all module completion certificates, bring copies of all certificates to turn in at the classroom/field module on 11/23. NOTE: The CD/DVD version is NOT Macintosh compatible. Target Audience

Department of Natural Resources Personnel – current Departmental policy requires that all personnel participating in prescribed fire and/or suppression fire successfully complete Basic Wildland Firefighter Training. Students desiring to become suppression qualified will be required to complete the Work Capacity Test.

Purdue University Students – students that plan on seeking employment within federal or state natural resource agencies should consider this course. Getting Red Card Certification for wildland firefighting will improve chances for summer and full-time employment. This course is nationally certified and with the successful completion of the WCT will entitle you to be included in the IDNR, Division of Forestry database for potential call up during a fire emergency.

Rural and Volunteer Firefighters – this course develops the knowledge and skills that will aid in the effectiveness and efficiency of fighting wildland fire in the various fuel types in Indiana.

Private individuals working as consultants (foresters or wildlife biologists) or those desiring to become part of the Indiana DNR national mobility response team.

Dates: November 23rd, 2019 (7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.)

Work Capacity Test (WCT) will be administered November 22nd, 2019 at (2:00 p.m.) at Prophetstown State Park

Location: Wright Forestry Center, Martell Forest, Purdue University Course Cost: $90 early registration (Received on or before October 15, 2019) $125 registration (Received after October 15, 2019) Note: No refunds will be available after November 1, 2019. Contact: Stephen Creech, Lead Instructor (812)-360-3731 (C) or email stephen.creech@comcast.net.

4123 WEST STOUTES CREEK ROAD • BLOOMINGTON, IN • 47404 PHONE: 812-360-3731 FAX: 812-334-3295

EIN NUMBER: 61-1453524 E-MAIL: stephen.creech@comcast.net

Basic Wildland Firefighter Training S-130 Basic Firefighter, S-190 Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior, and

L-180 Human Factors on the Fireline, November 23, 2019

Registration Form (Deadline for Early Registration is October 15, 2019)

Name: Address: City: State: Zip: Agency: Email: Phone: (C) or (H) Any Special Needs: Amount Enclosed: Check Form of Payment: Check Money Order Purchase Order Please include a check in the amount of $90 for each early registration (Cost is $125 for registrations received after October 15, 2019). If your agency wishes to utilize a Purchase Order please include a copy of the Purchase Order or have an agency representative contact me (see contact information below). No refunds will be issued after November 1, 2019. Class size is limited with seats being assigned on a first come, first-served basis. Preference will be given to IDNR personnel and Purdue University students. Send Registration and Deposit to: Wildfire Management & Training Specialists

(see address below)

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2020 Spring Internship Application

(mid January through mid April)

Internships are available to current college/university students and recent graduates. Internships are unpaid, but provide numerous non-monetary rewards. Spring 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 2020 SPRING internship application is 5pm on Friday, November 8, 2019. Please note: If selected, interns MUST be available for a mandatory internship orientation on Monday, January 20, 2020 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

Spring Internship Availability Schedule

Name: ___________________________ Semester: _____Spring 2020______

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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