Tuesday, May 25, 2021

Write Time meetings - Grad Professional Development

You are invited to join UF Graduate School’s Write Time hosted by the Office of Graduate Professional Development.

The goal of Write Time is to help you connect to other graduate students and create a writing community. Offered twice-a-week, Write Time is a casual, drop-in writing hour on Zoom for you to meet others virtually and work on your writing projects. All are welcome!

Get the coffee shop experience without the $7 latte!

No registration or commitment is necessary to attend Write Time. Simply join the Zoom meeting during the designated times below and start writing!

Mondays: 1 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Zoom Link

Thursdays: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Zoom Link

NOTE: Participants will not be provided with writing feedback/editing and/or academic writing instruction by the program coordinator or their peers. Students must adhere to UF’s Student Honor Code and Student Conduct Code when participating in Write Time.

For more information, visit our Write Time webpage. Questions? Contact Amanda Catron, Program Coordinator, Office of Graduate Professional Development.

Thursday, May 20, 2021

ABE Newsletter now available!

The latest edition of the ABE Update is available. In this issue, we are highlighting our Pathfinder Fellowship students; announcing our new scholarship endowment; showcasing the ABE Distinguished Achievement, Service, and Alumni Awards; and more. Check it out on our website now at abe.ufl.edu/newsletter!



Tuesday, May 18, 2021

NRCS/USDA Jobs Available

Direct hire means that if they like your application, they can hire you right away.  Several vacancies are in TX.  These could be bachelor or masters students.  The 5/7/9 means that they can hire at a level appropriate to education and experience. Other jobs can also be found on the USAJobs website. 

  *   Civil Engineer (Geotechnical)  https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/601631300

Monday, May 10, 2021

O4U Engineering Conference Updates

The O4U Engineering Conference is holding three pre-conference events in preparation for their Round 3 application deadline on June 6th!

In case you missed it: The Out for Undergrad Engineering Conference will be held virtually from September 9th to September 12th. It should be noted that this conference is geared towards serving students that identify as LGBTQ+ and plan on pursuing a career in engineering, whether it be industry or academia. We have waived our registration fee, making the conference free to attend for students. We are committed to ensuring all admitted students can attend our programming, especially in our new virtual format

You can apply to the conference itself here (https://outforundergrad.typeform.com/to/IuQVhf66) till June 6th! & RSVP to as many pre-conference events as you would like!

O4U Conference Leads Panel
Thursday, May 13th, 2021 from 7-8 EST
· This event will feature our conference leads Angie Gonzalez (Engineering), Maggie Moss (Marketing), and Anne Schwartz (Tech) as they breakdown O4U and provide perspective for each conference. This is a great opportunity to learn about O4U and why you should apply to one of the conferences! Please RSVP by Tuesday, May 11th, 2021 to confirm your spot!

· RSVP: https://forms.gle/vadsJSzvzoPQVnWw8

O4U Engineering Conference Spanish Info Session
Thursday, May 20th, 2021 from 8-9 EST
· Gran oportunidad para aprender sobre “O4U Engineering” y porqué deberías solicitar para ser parte de la conferencia. Este taller será totalmente en español. Favor de reservar tu espacio aquí: “RSVP” en o antes del 18 de Mayo de 2021, para confirmar tu espacio. ¡No olvides compartirlo!

· RSVP: https://forms.gle/YSWa2PnSKksGT2tx6

O4U Engineering Diversity Panel
Thursday, May 27th, 2021 from 7-8 EST
· This event will feature a collection of our 2021 engineering directors as they reflect on their O4U journey, specifically in the context of their diverse identities. Following the panel there will be space for networking with directors and other students. This is a great opportunity to learn how the full 360 of your identity is welcomed and supported at O4U! Please RSVP by Tuesday, May 25th, 2021 to confirm your spot!

· RSVP: https://forms.gle/apcJuTFWNbBkM6ix5

If there are any questions, please reach out to Joey Saad, Pre-Conference Programming Lead, at joey.saad@outforundergrad.org, Angie Gonzalez, Conference Lead, at angie.gonzalez@outforundergrad.org, or the admissions team at engineering2021.admissions@outforundergrad.org for more information!

Friday, May 7, 2021

Collective Water Resources -Internship/Employment

 Collective Water Resources is seeking a creative, passionate, and self-motivated engineer intern/engineer-in-training to join our team to work at the forefront of water resources and resilience. We are focused on improving the lives of others by creating products, processes, and tools that reduce the impact of climate change on the environment, economy, and society. The ideal candidate will have outstanding communications skills, a demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while performing high quality work, and a strong desire to learn. The position requires a working knowledge in stormwater, water resources, hydrology, and a degree in civil, environmental, ecological, agricultural/biological, or related engineering field from an accredited institution. The ideal candidate will also have some background or experience with graduate-level hydrology, GIS, modeling, and environmental policy. Ideal candidates will have between 0 - 3 years of experience in consulting/engineering. Position location is in West Palm Beach. Interested candidates should email a cover letter and resume to careers@collectivewater.com.


Essential Functions & Responsibilities
•Support the development, pursuit and delivery of planning projects associated with water resources, stormwater, and resilience.
• Collect, review, process, and manage data in support of hydrologic and hydraulic engineering analyses utilizing programs such as ArcGIS, Excel, and other hydrologic and hydraulic modeling platforms
• Prepare technical documents and reports under the supervision of an experienced engineer/professional
• Communicate with internal and external clients
Minimum Required Qualifications:
• BS or MS in Civil, Environmental, Ecological, Agricultural/Biological or related Engineering field from an accredited institution
• Certification as an Engineer Intern (pending or active)
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Excel, and GIS (preferred but not mandatory)
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
• Positive attitude and a strong work ethic
• Strong sense of urgency to meet deadlines
• Detail-oriented team player with an ability to contribute to a positive work environment
• Ability to work independently and as a team

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/AA/DFWP

Learn more about us at http://www.collectivewater.com/

Dissertation Fellowship Program - African American or Hispanic U.S. citizen

The Dissertation Fellowship Program offers Fellowships for up to one full academic year to selected Ph.D. students who are engaged in excellent research in the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) disciplines

An applicant must be an African American or Hispanic U.S. citizen who has successfully defended his/her dissertation proposal or prospectus and advanced to doctoral candidacy and who will be enrolled in dissertation credit hours and maintain good academic standing as defined by his or her university during the award year. Current or former McKnight Doctoral Fellowship recipients may not apply.

Each award will provide a stipend of up to $12,000 in addition to expenses paid to participate in the McKnight Summer Research and Writing Institute and all other McKnight doctoral conferences and workshops during the award year.

Wednesday, May 5, 2021

Geosyntech Water Resources Engineer/Scientist

Looking for a place to start your career, where you can work with industry recognized professionals who are solving tough environmental problems? Geosyntec is the place for you! As a Staff Water Resources Engineer or Scientist in Tampa Bay, Orlando, or Jacksonville, Florida, you will have the opportunity to apply your academic knowledge to real-world situations while also learning the business skills needed for a successful consulting career. You will focus on solving our clients’ flood management and water quality challenges related to watershed management, stormwater master planning, NPDES, and TMDLs and should expect to develop experience related to drainage design, hydraulic and hydraulic modeling, water quality assessment, data analysis, and reporting. https://geosyntec.ourcareerpages.com//JobView.aspx?id=614347