Please also fill out SP-167 Criminal History Record Name Search on the Virginia State Police website.
Advice to interns from the President:
The intern program has been an interesting part of Meadowview. In your application make sure you put a lot of thought into your answers and you have studied the Meadowview website thoroughly and understand what we are trying to do. We're looking for interns that are highly motivated, intelligent and inquisitive, work well with others, are physically fit, have high moral and ethical standards, have a working knowledge and proficiency with garden tools and equipment, and a good dose of common sense. Expect additional questions from me on your qualifications and application.
We've got great facilities, a great mission, and a great preserve system so we have a lot to offer. You can expect the intern program to be like a boot camp but with an academic twist like a masters program. I will challenge you both physically and intellectually. It's a challenge for me too and takes a lot on my part so I'll expect a lot from you but in the end I think you will learn a lot and benefit from what we have to offer.
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Do you plan to pursue college/university credit for this internship? If so at what level? A signed Memorandum of Understanding is required. Consult with your college/university supervisor for additional information. Please attach college/university requirements. |
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What is your favorite plant in your personal collection and why? |
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Why do you have an interest in Meadowview? Be specific! |
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The most pressing environmental issue for my generation is… |
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How do you feel about rodent (voles, mice, squirrels, beavers) or herbivore (deer, rabbit) control ? What do you think about controlling these animals? Specifically if they are eating or damaging the plants you are trying to grow. Describe what measures you would take to deal with the problem? |
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Meadowview MAY offer housing opportunities. Would you be interested in on-site housing? |
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Semester internships require a completed background and sex offender check. Virginia Code requires you to be 21 or over for a background checks. Are you eligible for a background check? Additional paperwork is required. |
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We require 3 references… please provide names, email addresses for your references. |
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What date are you available to begin your internship? |
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Do you have your own means of transportation and a valid driver’s license? |
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Can you lift at least 50 lbs and are you capable of doing physical labor? |
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Any additional information you wish to share with us? |
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If chosen for an internship -Meadowview will require you to sign a Code of Ethics/Confidentiality Statement. Included in this statement is an agreement to not personally profit from your work/research/ performed at Meadowview. |
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