{"id":6657,"date":"2023-01-10T13:07:00","date_gmt":"2023-01-10T18:07:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cals.ncsu.edu\/psi\/?page_id=6657"},"modified":"2026-07-23T14:54:29","modified_gmt":"2026-07-23T18:54:29","slug":"professional-development-opportunities","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cals.ncsu.edu\/psi\/professional-development-opportunities\/","title":{"rendered":"Professional Development Opportunities"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n\n\n
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Career Confidence Summer Series<\/strong><\/h3>\n \n\n \t \t

Join the Graduate School\u2019s summer professional development series designed to help graduate students build confidence in networking, communication, and real workplace conversations. This multi-part series focuses on\u00a0professional relationship management\u00a0\u2014 one of the most important skills for career success.\u00a0Bonus: coffee, breakfast treats, and meaningful connections included.<\/em>

Session Date and Topic:<\/strong>
July 28, 2026 from 8:45-10 am: Candid Conversations <\/em>

Session Location:<\/strong> Partners I, Albright Entrepreneurship Garage Classroom<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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CEFS Graduate Fellows\u00a0<\/h3>\n \n\n \t \t

The Center for Environmental Farming Systems (CEFS)\u00a0NC State Graduate Fellows Program supports graduate students working to advance sustainable and resilient food and farming systems. Fellows receive professional development, networking opportunities and recognition as emerging leaders in agriculture and food systems.

Application Deadline:<\/strong> July 31, 2026 at 11:59 pm<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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A2i+ Job Search Strategies<\/strong><\/h3>\n \n\n \t \t

Join us this summer for the A2i+ Job Search Strategies Webinar series. This 4-part virtual series kicks off at the end of July and guides participants through four phases of the job search.

Session Dates and Topics:<\/strong>
July 28 from 3-4:30 pm: Setting your strategy<\/em>
July 30 from 3-4:30 pm: Tailoring your application
<\/em>August 4 from 3-4:30 pm: Interview preparation
<\/em>August 6 from 3-4:30 pm: Managing the job offer<\/em>

Session Location:<\/strong> Zoom<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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N.C. PSI Graduate Student Summer Field Trips<\/h2>

We are excited to offer the first N.C. PSI Summer Field Trips for Graduate Students this summer! These field trips have two main objectives: To see agriculture across the state and engage with stakeholders; and to meet graduate students in PSI and foster team-building. Both Field Trips are FREE.<\/strong>

Trip #1 Dates:<\/strong> August 4 – 5 (Overnight) 
Trip #1 Location:<\/strong> Blackland Farm Manager’s Tour, Washington, NC

Trip #2 Dates:<\/strong> August 6 – 7 (Two-day local, not overnight)
Trip #2 Location:<\/strong> Fiber Hemp Field Day<\/p>\n

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SAPLINGS Undergraduate Research Experience<\/h3>\n \n\n \t \t

We are seeking motivated NC State undergraduate students for a paid internship during the Fall 2026 semester. Students will participate in one of many research projects that applies AI in agriculture while being mentored by experienced researchers.

Application Deadline:<\/strong> August 14 by 5pm<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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ASU-Science Prize for Transformational Impact<\/h3>\n \n\n \t \t

This prize recognizes transformational research that uses innovative methods to identify problems and develop solutions directly influencing policy and decision-making.. The grand prize winner will receive $30,000 and publication in Science. Finalists will receive $10,000. Entrants must be early career scientists who hold an Ph.D. at the time of entry and have received their degree in the last 15 years.
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Submission Deadline:<\/strong> August 15, 2026<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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N.C. PSI Hackathon<\/h3>\n \n\n \t \t

The N.C. PSI Hackathon is an annual event that gives undergraduates, graduate students and postdoctoral scholars the chance to demonstrate their skills in a 3-day competition to solve ag tech related challenges for prizes and, of course, bragging rights. With the goal to accelerate agricultural research using data analytics, machine learning, and hardware fabrication, our annual Hackathons have multiple tracks and are inclusive to participants with various levels of experience.

Event Dates:<\/strong> October 23-25, 2026
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REFRAME Paid Research Position for Graduate Students<\/h2>

The REFRAME project is seeking a cohort of talented and motivated NC State graduate students from Computer Science, Agricultural Engineering, and related fields, to join their interdisciplinary research team. Each graduate student will be paired with a REFRAME mentor and contribute to real-world research problems spanning computational modeling, software development, agricultural data systems, and AI-enabled decision support tools. Selected students will start in the Fall 2026 semester and work 15 hours per week for 20 weeks.

Application Deadline:<\/strong> August 14 <\/p>\n

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Science on Tap!<\/h3>\n \n\n \t \t

Science on Tap!\u00a0takes place at\u00a0Lynnwood Brewing Concern<\/strong>\u00a0(1053 E Whitaker Mill Rd) on the second Tuesday of every month from 7:00 \u2013 9:00 pm.\u00a0Grab a beer, meet local scientists, and hear the stories behind their coolest discoveries\u2014no jargon, just great talks and good company.<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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The AI Hot Topics monthly series, hosted by the Data Science and AI Academy, is a dynamic forum designed to foster dialogue and collaboration on the rapidly evolving field of artificial intelligence. Whether you\u2019re a seasoned AI practitioner, a curious scholar or simply interested in the transformative potential of AI, this series offers a unique opportunity to connect with leading experts and contribute to meaningful discussions. The AI Hot Topics Series takes place monthly at Raleigh Founded<\/strong> on Centennial Campus (1017 Main Campus Dr.) from 8:45 – 9:45 am.<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Mashup at the N.C. PSI: The Mosaic Company and STEPS<\/h2>

Join us for our next “Mashup” at the N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative!<\/em> The theme for this Mashup is\u00a0Plant Health and Nutrient Use Efficiency.
Our\u00a0industry partner\u00a0for this Mashup is\u00a0Dr. Ross Bender from The Mosaic Company. Our\u00a0NC State speaker\u00a0is\u00a0Dr. Ross Sozzani, William Neal Reynolds Distinguished Professor in the Department of Plant and Microbial Biology, as well as N.C. PSI Platform Director for Plant Improvement and Co-deputy Director of the STEPS Center. A networking mixer directly follows the seminars.

Date:<\/strong> Thursday, September 17 from 4-6pm
Location:<\/strong> Seminar Rooms, Plant Sciences Building<\/p>\n

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