The Students Exploring Employment and Development (SEED) mobile app is a platform designed to connect students and learners with career opportunities in the agriculture industry. Inspired by the legacy of Victor Hugo Green’s Greenbook, an annual guidebook that helped African Americans move around a segregated United States, SEED aims to reduce historical barriers to access by creating an inclusive space for underserved students seeking to build their careers in agriculture. The app offers tools, including a database of job postings, internships, and scholarships tailored to users’ skills and interests. SEED also provides access to multimedia content, such as podcasts, videos, and articles, to recruit users to engage activities and equip them with valuable insights and career tips in agriculture. Its event page allows users to connect with industry professionals and peers through local and virtual gatherings, fostering collaboration and expanding networks within the agricultural community. Additionally, the app offers robust organizational tools for tracking saved opportunities and ensuring users stay updated on deadlines and new postings through timely notifications. The app’s focus on providing equitable access to resources addresses a critical need within the agricultural sector. The app supports college teaching and learning because it serves as a tool that points students to experiential learning and engagement opportunities that will make education come alive and future opportunities feasible. By equipping the next generation of agricultural professionals with the tools and networks they need to succeed, SEED has the potential to drive growth in the industry. Supported by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture’s (NIFA) NEXTGen Program, SEED represents a significant investment in developing a skilled, diverse, and prepared workforce to meet human capacity needs in agriculture.
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