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https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MCCD_4YearStudentInterest_2026S

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Merced College Student Interest in 4-Year Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural Technology and Food Processing (S2026 - Short)

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Don’t miss this scholarship opportunity!

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Don’t miss this scholarship opportunity!

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Here is another opportunity to apply for a scholarship.

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Career & Technical Education Scholarships - Horatio Alger

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SCHOLARSHIPS National Career & Technical Education Scholarship Award Amount: 500 scholarships at $2,500 each (funded in part by Jim & Janet Dicke

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Be sure and apply!

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The Merced College Foundation Scholarships application period for 2026-2027 is now open! February 17th to March 17th! Apply At mccd.awardspring.com Always make sure to keep your Major/Program of Study Up-To-Date!…

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Applications for the USDA E. Kika De La Garza Fellowship Program will be accepted through March 19.

Apply Now

OPPE will host a webinar on Wednesday, March 12 featuring more information about the program, eligibility, and the selection process. The second portion of the webinar will be Q&A.

ZoomGov Registration

The USDA HSI (E. Kika De La Garza) Fellowship Program strengthens educational partnerships with faculty staff and administrators from Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) to collaborate with USDA to gain insight and understanding of the federal government. Through the fellowship, participants meet directly with USDA agencies to learn about opportunities that are available for their respective institutions and their students. Applicants must be faculty, staff or administrators employed at a Hispanic-Serving Institution or Hispanic-Serving School District to qualify.

Note: The U.S. Department of Education determines whether an institution can be designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution. See a list of eligible Hispanic-Serving Institutions.

Education Fellowships are for faculty, staff and administrators employed by Hispanic-Serving Institutions. Education Fellows participate in a Washington, DC-based program.

High School Education Fellowships are for secondary education superintendents, principals, agricultural and/or district level teachers working for a Hispanic-Serving school district. Fellows participate in a Washington, DC-based program.

Science Fellowships are for science faculty employed by Hispanic-Serving Institutions. Science fellows collaborate with leading scientists from USDA. Participants attend the Washington, DC-based program as well as a USDA Research Facility within the country for an additional week.

Important Dates

Application Deadline: March 19, 2025 (all materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. PDT on this date)

Fellowships are awarded: May 2025

Travel to Washington, DC: July 6, 2025

Program Dates

Education and High School Fellowships: July 7 - July 11, 2025

Science Fellowship: July 7 - July 18, 2025

Learn more about the 2024 E. Kika De La Garza Fellows (PDF, 3.6 MB)!

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The USDA HSI (E. Kika De La Garza) Fellowship Program strengthens educational partnerships with faculty staff and administrators.

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If you are a Horticulture major, please apply!

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Free webinar series for students interested in Horticulture/Plant Science.  

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Free webinar series for students interested in Horticulture/Plant Science.  

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Sign up to hear from the industry!

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If you are planning on graduating this May 2026, be sure and fill out the application. See link

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After submitting your graduation application, your counselor will complete the application and submit it for verification by Admissions. You will receive notifications of the status of your application in your Merced College student email account from a Merced College Evaluator. These notifications will tell you if your application is approved, pending coursework, or if other documentation is required. Be sure to check there periodically for that information.

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Scholarship opportunity for any CTE Major.  

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Scholarship opportunity for any CTE Major.  

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Merced Firefighters & MC Foundation CTE Scholarship

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Merced Firefighters & MC Foundation CTE Scholarship

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Integrated Field Sciences Intern | Corteva Agriscience

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You will work as part of a team in one or more of the following research areas: field plot management, product characterization, phenotyping tasks associated with crop protection/trait product development, and/or digital ag projects. You will assist Field Scientists located at either one of our dedicated research centers or from a home-office environment in the assigned geographic region. Intern positions provide excellent experience that can be applied to full-time positions in the industry, or in preparation for additional graduate level training in the plant sciences. We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team. We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team. Priority will be given to students that are at least current sophomores at an accredited university. Interns can be undergraduate or graduate students. Educational focus in Agronomy, Plant Physiology, Plant Pathology, Genetics, Biology, Horticulture, Entomology, Weed Science, or a related agricultural field highly desired Agricultural background beneficial Preference will be given to students with a minimum GPA of 3.0 Must be enrolled for the upcoming semester/quarter at an accredited university at the time of internship Candidates need to have a valid driver’s license with a good driving record and must be able to pass drug and criminal background checks

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Merced County contacted the Dean looking for students with experience in ag so if that’s you, apply even if you don’t think you qualify.

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Business Services Specialist I/II - Extra-Help Business Services Specialist I/II

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This recruitment is being established to obtain a current eligible list for both Full time and Extra-Help vacancies. Extra-Help are not entitled to county benefits and are limited to a maximum of 25 hours per week. Extra-Help pay is $24.67 - $27.89 per hour.Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:Participates in planning and operating various workforce development programs.Contacts businesses to provide services and information, market programs, and develop job opportunities. Also to develop an understanding of their operation, services, products, and their needs.Develops and facilitates workshops for businesses and job seekers.Makes site visits to local businesses to present available business assistance resources.Coordinates and leads Rapid Response activities including orientations and presentations for workers who may be losing their employment.Develops and maintains client caseloads.May conduct orientation and vocational assessment employment preparation workshops. May direct the work of subordinate staff.May be responsible for grant application, planning, management, and activities reporting requirements.Publicize the County’s workforce development activities through a variety of media and public presentations. Negotiates, writes, and monitors employer contracts. Pre-screens applicants for referrals to businesses.

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FYI, if you want to know more info about the plant industry! 

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FYI, if you want to know more info about the plant industry! 

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Free for 3 students interested. Contact Mr. Tassey or Mr. Codd if interested.

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The Almond Conference is an annual, three-day conference that brings together hundreds of companies dedicated to furthering the almond industry. Register now!

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English UC OAI _ SAREP_ Introduction to Organic Certification Workshop

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Crop Integrated Pest Management Internship Merced Colleg

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This is a scholarship I actually received as a student. Any student attending an accredited California community college or state university majoring in a landscape-related program and taking a minimum of nine units (community college) or 12 units (state college/university) is eligible.

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Meena Farms has been in the farming business for a few decades. In the past two years, they have ramped up and become an Internationally respected partner in providing produce. They have also extensively invested in their cherry processing facility in Gustine.

The most urgent opportunity is the sales support role. We are approaching Cherry processing season and they are looking to get that role filled immediately. For the right candidate, it could possibly turn into a full time role after harvest. If the student is continuing their education, this is a great stepping stone into the produce business.

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Meena Farms - Accounting Support and Receptionist Internship - JD

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This is a great seasonal entry-level job one of our students could definitely fill. Please have send your resume to Steven, email is noted on the flyer.

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Scholarship for those in a agriculture program.

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Presentation Followed by Q&A with InnerPlant Founder

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Presentation Followed by Q&A with InnerPlant Founder

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Date: Thursday, March 6
Time: 3-4pm (PT)/6-7pm (EST)
Location: Zoom (see link below)

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83130018738?pwd=Sniybg0kiOTNQD0LRcsYq3sOfswqMV.1

Speaker name: Shely Aronov
Speaker bio:  Shely Aronov is the CEO and co-founder of InnerPlant, a John Deere-backed seed technology company engineering crops that communicate their needs. A three-time founder, Shely brings over 15 years of global leadership experience, including spearheading the construction of a $210 million World Bank-funded wastewater system in Colombia and founding Yamba Hummus, a clean-label food brand. Since founding InnerPlant in 2018, Shely has driven the company’s growth by building a world-class team, advancing its innovative technology, and launching its first commercial product in 2024. As one of the few female CEOs in AgTech, she is a strong advocate for creating value for farmers, building ecosystems to deliver innovative technology, and driving agriculture toward a more efficient and sustainable future. Shely holds an MBA from Stanford University.

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Horticulture Jobs.

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Paid Summer Internships | Santa Clara Valley Water