Chicago Fed is Hiring Research Asistants

ER Associate Economist-237535

Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago

Primary Location: IL-Chicago
Full-time / Part-time: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular
Overtime Status: Exempt
Job Type: Recent Graduate
Travel:No 

Shift: Day Job
Job Sensitivity Tier II - No Credit Check

Job Summary

Conducts statistical and economic analyses of current macroeconomic, microeconomic, financial and regional data, and provides research support for the economists. May evaluate possible competitive effects of complex Bank Holding Company (BHC) acquisitions and bank merger applications, and respond to requests for data related to the banking markets. The level of work required is considered entry- level and staff work under direct supervision. This job has no direct reports.

Responsibilities:

· Supports the economists in their basic and applied research by following instructions to perform tasks including collecting data, conducting moderately complex statistical analysis, writing statistical software programs, and organizing the presentation of results

· Assists the economists in the analysis of public policy issues and events. Issues include monetary policy, bank regulation, payments systems, financial markets, community development and the state of the US and global economies

· Researches economic topics for economists' articles; on some of these occasions, the Associate Economist’s efforts will be substantial enough to constitute collaboration with the economists (or department management), leading to jointly authored articles

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UMD Summer Language Institute in Arabic, Persian, and Chinese

We invite you learn about the UMD Summer Language Institute in Arabic, Persian, and Chinese this Summer 2015. We will be hosting an Information Session Tuesday, November 4, 2014, 5:00 – 6:00 PM in Susquehanna Hall, Room 2112.

With low flat rate tuition for both in and out-of-state students (just $6,000 for 10 weeks), small class sizes, and dedicated faculty, this is a great way for you to get a head start on language learning or to maintain your language over a summer.

UMD Summer Language Institute Highlights:

• One full academic year (12 credits) of language learning in one intensive summer
• Elementary, Intermediate, and Advanced instruction Language partners for additional support, one-on-one speaking practice, and tutoring
• Varied and interesting hands-on cultural events and field trips and networking opportunities, making the most of our proximity to Washington, DC
• More than 35 hours of in-language coursework, language partners, and cultural activities per week Competitive scholarships available to help offset the cost of attendance

Additional information about our Summer Institutes can be found at our website: http://sllc.umd.edu/special-programs/summerinstitute.

Currently Recruiting Noyce Scholars

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The UM Noyce Scholar Program is beginning its fall 2014 recruitment for 2015-2016 Noyce Scholars. Noyce Scholars are UM Junior or Senior STEM majors interested in teaching STEM courses to middle or high school students. 

Noyce Scholars receive a $14,000 scholarship for up to two years. For each year of scholarship received, Noyce Scholars commit to teaching mathematics or science in a high needs district.

Apply for the Hinman CEOs Program

Overview 
As the nation's first living-learning entrepreneurship program, Hinman CEOs is a groundbreaking initiative placing entrepreneurial students from all academic disciplines into a unique community. Students live together, learn about entrepreneurship, and can launch new ventures during this two-year experience. All undergraduates from the University of Maryland are invited to apply for this competitive program. Brian Hinman, University of Maryland alumnus and successful entrepreneur, provided funding to initiate and support the Program.

LIVE 
Entrepreneurial Community

• Live in South Campus Commons 2
• Room with classmates and potential partners/co-founders
• Participate in dynamic activities

Startup Incubator Environment

• Form cross-disciplinary teams with classmates of different majors
• Build 100% student-owned ventures

LEARN 
Experiential Learning Environment

• Experience our courses, seminars, workshops, and competitions
• Earn course credit and connect with engaging entrepreneurial leaders
• Merge entrepreneurship academics with real-life applications

Exploring Careers in Wealth Management

Interested in learning more about careers in financial advising and wealth management?

Have you read the article in this past Sunday’s Washington Post Business section by Barry Ritholtz, recommending registered investment advisers over brokers?

Here’s an opportunity for you!

When: This Thursday October 30, 2014 at 2:00 – 3:15 pm
Where: 1101 Morrill Hall (located between Tydings and LeFrak Halls)
What: A 1999 alumnus, Gary Rozier, will be talking about career paths in his industry including financial advising and wealth management. Mr. Rozier is senior vice president for institutional marketing and client service at Ariel Investments, based in Chicago. Previously he worked at Rydex Investments in shareholder services, financial advisor sales, and product development and distribution. He has a special focus on registered investment advisors, which hold to a fiduciary standard rather than a suitability standard. He earned a BA in economics, and his firm regularly hires summer interns. He would like to see a fellow Terp in Chicago soon!

Apply for the 2015 American Economic Association Summer Training and Minority Fellowship Program

The American Economic Association (AEA) is pleased to announce they are now accepting applications for their Summer Training & Minority Fellowship program for Summer 2015. This intensive six-week experience is hosted by the Department of Economics and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Center for Health Policy at the University of New Mexico.

It is more than a one-time, six-week experience. Students form supportive teams and create a network of future professional contacts. Faculty and AEA leaders engage with students in a mentorship role. They often provide letters of recommendation, contact schools on behalf of prospective students, review application statements and advise on research topics. Their support often endures for many years beyond the program.

The program is structured to strengthen students’ math skills, foster an understanding of micro- and -macro economic principles, and explore the many research and career opportunities available to economics scholars. Individual assessments will be made during orientation which will provide each student with a personal study plan.

Primary consideration for acceptance into this program will be given to students who will begin their Junior or Senior year in Fall 2015 and plan to pursue a Ph.D. in Economics.

The Minority Fellowships are open to qualified U.S. citizens and permanent residents, with a preference for those who are members of historically disadvantaged racial or ethnic minority groups and who advance the diversity of the economics profession.

When: June 15 – July 26, 2015
Where: The University of New Mexico (Albuquerque, New Mexico)
Application Deadline: February 13, 2015 at 5 pm MST – apply here
Questions? Email: aea@unm.edu or call 505-277-0130

For more information visit http://healthpolicy.unm.edu/events/aeasummer12

International Economics and Finance Society Hosting Michael Davis

Socially Responsible Investing Guest Speaker

On October 29th at 5 pm in VMH 1336, IEFS is hosting Michael Davis, head of the Institutional Client Group at Calvert Investments, an internationally recognized leader in the field of Socially Responsible Investing (SRI). He will speak about his background, his role at Calvert, the unique approach the firm has to investing, and possible internship opportunities within the firm. Pizza will be served. Business casual attire suggested.

"Thinking Globally"
International Economics and Finance Society at UMD
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Career Fair with the USPS Office of Inspector General 11/7

*** Deadline to RSVP has been extended to Wednesday, November 5th. ***

November 7, 2014, from 10:00am to 12:30pm at the USPS Office of the Inspector General office in Arlington VA (1735 North Lynn Street, Arlington, VA 22209 (directly across from the Rosslyn Metro stop). The event will include an overview from Assistant Inspector General about what each of their departments do. Then students will have the opportunity to visit with individual representatives from each department. 

Paid Summer Internship with the Joint Program in Survey Methodology

The Joint Program in Survey Methodology (JPSM) at the University of Maryland is pleased to offer a 10 week summer internship to rising juniors and seniors with an interest in survey methodology and the Federal Statistical System.

Each summer JPSM sponsors a Junior Fellows Program for a limited number of undergraduate students. Successful applicants are granted paid research assistantships in a Federal statistical agency in the Washington, DC area. They participate in weekly seminars at JPSM and elsewhere in the area on survey methodology and career options in survey research. Throughout the summer students learn about surveys, statistics, graduate studies, and how government agencies work.This internship will let you learn how data gathered from households and economic units are used to track and identify trends.

You will work on key indicators of unemployment, crime, consumer prices, population migration and growth, agricultural production, educational performance of young people, transportation trends, or a host of other topics. A salary of $4,500-$5,000 for 10 weeks and apartment style dormitory
housing will be provided.

Applicants for the Junior Fellow positions should submit a personal statement of no more than one page (500 words), academic transcript, and one faculty recommendation. The application process opens October 1, 2014 and ends December 31, 2014.

Visit this website for more information and application forms:http://jpsm.umd.edu/undergraduate/topic/junior-fellow-program

Positions for ECON Students in C4T

Careers4Terps highlighted positions, University Career Center & The President’s Promise!  
Log in to your C4T account (www.Careers.umd.edu/) and paste the position title in the “Search” box to learn more and apply.

Research Analyst (UNPAID)
Waypoint Global Strategies

Position Type: Summer Internship, Internship (Fall or Spring Part-Time), Winter/January Term Internship, Off-Campus Part-Time
Location: Washington, DC, District of Columbia (United States)
Duration: Year-round
Approximate Hours Per Week: 15-20
Salary Level: UNPAID

Description:

Waypoint Global Strategies - a strategy and technology consulting firm - is actively recruiting students to participate in our internship program under the position of research analyst with the firm.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong interdisciplinary skills, a diverse background/expertise, has excellent communication skills, outstanding research methods, and a strong interest in working in a fast-paced company in an emerging high-technology industry - designing and implementing unmanned aircraft solutions for commercial remote sensing solutions.

The candidate will join an integrated team of high-performance employees focused on managing business operations, fueling organic growth, and creating best-value proposition for the firm's clients. The candidate will work directly with the president of the firm and will be responsible for developing strategic market overviews, sales strategies, qualifying sales leads, and helping to run the day-to-day operations of this small, but emerging high-technology business.

Job Function: Administrative/Support Services, Agriculture/Natural Resources/Environment, Computer Science/Statistics, Consulting, Engineering, Financial Services, Management/Administration, Marketing/Sales, Research, Sciences, Social Services

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with excellent communication skills, possess outstanding research methods, and a strong interest in working in a fast-paced company focused on international business development and client-facing consulting in precision remote sensing using unmanned aircraft across the civil and commercial markets

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Quality Analyst 
Mercy Medical Center Baltimore, Maryland

Position Type: Permanent Experienced Hire
Desired Major(s): Behavioral and Social Sciences/Economics, Business
Location: Baltimore, Maryland
Job Function: Other
Desired Class Level(s): Senior, Recent Grad (up to 1 year out), Alumnus/a (beyond 1 year out)

Description:

The Quality Analyst will be responsible for collecting, aggregation, analysis and presentation of data, methods and findings related to quality, utilization, finance and clinical economics. This person will utilize and maintain relational databases in order to accomplish these tasks.

Qualifications:

• Must possess a Bachelors Degree (preferred in Business or Economics)
• Experience with relational databases
• Experience in research and analytic statistical methods
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Power Point

Smith PhD Information Session on Thursday, October 30th at 7:00 PM in 1303 VMH

Do you wonder why businesses do what they do? Are you interested in exploring creative topics within the realm of business? Are you interested in a career in academia, specifically at a research institution? The Robert H. Smith School of Business Doctoral Programs is hosting an information session on Thursday, October 30th at 7:00 PM in 1303 Van Munching Hall. This session is for individuals interested in pursuing a PhD in Business and Management in one of the 9 different fields of study (listed on the attached flyer). The session will cover the overall logistics of the program and application and give potential applicants the opportunity to speak with faculty and staff about their research interests and the research interests of the fields of study.

Please RSVP here and let us know which field of study you are interested in. Questions can be directed to our office at businessphd@rhsmith.umd.edu or 301-405-2214. Information is also available on our website.

EAM Hosting Dr. John Straub, Director of UMD's Master's Program in Applied Economics

Attention ECON majors!  Are you interested in going to graduate school in economics?  The Economics Association of Maryland (EAM) will be hosting an information session with Dr. John Straub, Director of UMD's Master’s Program in Applied Economics. 

DATE: Thursday October 23^rd

TIME: 6:30pm

LOCATION: Francis Scott Key Bldg Room 0102

Information about the master’s program can be found online at http://masters.econ.umd.edu/.  If you have additional questions you can send an email to masters@econ.umd.edu.

If you have any questions about this particular event, please email EAM at econcp@gmail.com.  

Spring Internship Opportunity - Economic Development Administration (EDA)

The Economic Development Administration (EDA), U.S. Department of Commerce, is seeking applicants for their internship program. EDA’s mission is to lead the federal economic development agenda by promoting innovation and competitiveness, preparing American regions for growth and success in the worldwide economy. EDA drives collaborative regional economic development initiatives that lead to job creation.

The EDA Internship program is a part-time unpaid opportunity but a travel stipend (metro) can be provided. The program will run from Monday, January 12 to Friday, May 1. Applicants must demonstrate a strong interest in public policy, governmental affairs, legislative affairs, public affairs, business/community engagement, change management/organizational development, and/or budget. Interns will also have tours and meetings with Senior Leaders in government.  

All Interns Must Be:

• A U.S. Citizen
• Eighteen years of age on or before the first day of the internship
• Enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at a college, community college, or university that is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education
• Be able to pass a comprehensive background/security investigation

EDA Internship Program Offices: 

• Office of the Assistant Secretary
• Office of External Affairs
• Legislative Affairs
• Public Affairs
• Office of Regional Affairs
• Finance
• Performance and National Programs Division
• Regional Offices in Atlanta, Chicago, Denver, Philadelphia, Austin, and Seattle

Please send your resume and cover letter to Pamela Bell, Administrative Assistant to the Assistant Secretary, at PBell@eda.gov. Please indicate your top three choices of office preference in your cover letter. Resumes are reviewed on an ongoing basis.

Career & Internship Networking Panel: Economics

Wednesday, October 22, 2014 • 4:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
Location: University Career Center & The President’s Promise (3rd Floor Hornbake Library, South Wing)

Are you interested in the field of economics? Do you want to know what kind of job you could get after graduation and just how to get it? If so, you will want to take advantage of this great opportunity to network one-on-one with recent UMD alums that currently work in the field. 

The first hour is going to be a panel (4:30-5:30 p.m.) discussion where you will learn how the panelists secured their jobs and what their positions are really like. This will be followed by an hour of informal socializing and networking (5:30-6:30 p.m.) where you can connect personally with the panelists to ask any questions you might have about internships, applying for jobs, or what it is like to work in the field. Several different positions from the economics field will be represented in the panel.

PANELISTS: Fannie Mae, Summit, Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, and Cornerstone Research.

* Professional attire is suggested. Please feel free to bring several copies of your resume.

This event is co-sponsored by the Department of Economics.

RSVP for this event: Click here

For additional information about this event: contact Crystal Sehlke at csehlke@umd.edu

BSOS Engagement & Success Reception, 10/22

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Research Fellow, Stanford Law School

Research Fellow, Stanford Law School (Fixed Term) *multi-job posting 

Commitment:

Full-time, starting Spring/Summer 2015.  Fellowships last for one year, with an option to renew for a second year by mutual agreement of the professor and the fellow. 

Description:

Assist with the research of Professors John J. Donohue, Daniel Ho, Daniel Kessler, and Alison Morantz at Stanford Law School.  Designed for graduating seniors or recent college graduates, fellowships provide a unique opportunity for those considering graduate school, law school, and/or business school in the future. 

Prior Research Fellows have matriculated to Ph.D. programs at Harvard, Stanford, Yale, and MIT, and law school at Harvard, Yale, Stanford, and Columbia.  They have been drawn from a variety of undergraduate disciplines, including economics, political science, applied math, public policy, statistics, and computer science. 

Successful applicants will be matched with a specific professor based on background and interests.  As full-time Stanford University employees, fellows will receive a competitive salary and benefits package, including full medical and dental insurance, access to campus athletic and academic facilities, paid vacation time, professional development funds, and the capacity to audit Stanford courses and attend on-campus lectures and seminars free of charge.

Job responsibilities will vary by position, but involve all aspects of the research process including:

·         Conceptualization of suitable empirical methodologies and models

·         Collecting, managing, and structuring quantitative datasets

·         Statistical analyses of complex datasets and interpretation of results

·         Communication with government officials, industry stakeholders, and research collaborators

·         Report writing and manuscript preparation

The Career IMPACT 1-Day Workshop **APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED**

Success in a career and in life occurs when ambitions align with core values. People that succeed understand how to effectively communicate with and influence others, how to maximize their potential, and how to overcome challenges.

The Career IMPACT Workshop was designed to impart those skills through an intensive 1-day experience. Through the workshop students will:

• Analyze and employ the six steps of high IMPACT persuasion
• Explore and debate the role of ethics and integrity in leadership
• Enhance self-knowledge
• Discover how to leverage core motivators for career enrichment

Details: The Career IMPACT Workshop will be held in Fulton, MD at the headquarters of NewDay USA, a top-rated financial services company. It is being offered exclusively to UMD students through a partnership between the University and NewDay USA.

The workshop is highly recommended for:

• Leaders of student organizations that want increase their leadership abilities
• Motivated students seeking to match their passions with a suitable career
• Students that wish to enhance their marketable professional skills

Date & Time: Friday, October 31 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Lunch will be provided.

Costs: No cost to UMD students. Fees affiliated with workshop materials are covered by NewDay USA.

Transportation: A UMD bus will be provided from campus on the day of the workshop.

Eligibility: Open to currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate students of any major.

How to Apply: Students may apply to be considered for the workshop through the University’s Careers4Terps online system [http://c4t.umd.edu/]. Please login and find the posting titled “The Career IMPACT 1-Day Workshop.” Applications will be accepted September 15 through October 17, 2014. Space is limited so early applications are encouraged.

About NewDay USA: NewDay USA provides homeowners with VA and FHA mortgage loans that address a variety of needs and goals. The company is:

• Ranked nationally as a top VA and FHA mortgage lender
• Focused on providing outstanding service
• Respected by the military community and serving as the exclusive mortgage provider for the 1.5 million members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)
• BBB accredited with an A+ rating
• Dedicated to serving the community

NewDay USA’s 8-week Associates training program is well respected in the financial services industry. The IMPACT workshop draws on elements of that training. The 60,000 square-foot site of the workshop was designed specifically to support the NewDay USA University, an educational and training center created for new and established mortgage banking professionals. NewDay USA currently employs over 1,000 professionals and continues to grow rapidly due to its unique position in the mortgage industry.

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Project Firefly: HOLT Valuation Challenge 2014 - New Internship Opportunities

We are pleased to announce the official launch of the 2014 HOLT Valuation Challenge offering you a chance to interview for paid internships and CO-OPs starting from June 2015! The Challenge is evaluated entirely on your performance and open to Bachelor, Master, MBA or PHD students from any university.

You can also join the HOLT Community giving you opportunities to participate in exclusive debates and other competitions with renowned professors and leaders of today!

Click on the flyer below for more information:

Vanderbilt Ph.D. Program in Law & Economics

Vanderbilt University offers a joint-degree program where students pursue a Ph.D. and a J.D. concurrently in a fully integrated law and economics curriculum; students are fully funded by a competitive package of fellowship support covering tuition and stipend for both degrees.

A Vanderbilt Law School representative will be available with information about the program at an upcoming event on campus. Students as early as their sophomore and junior years are encouraged to attend this event.

University of Maryland
Law School Fair
Tuesday, October 14, 2014
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Grand Ballroom, Stamp Student Union

Our program website (http://law.vanderbilt.edu/phd) provides more information on the Ph.D. Program in Law and Economics

Two-Year Undergraduate Scholarship on Countering Violent Extremism

Are you a UMD Sophomore? Are you interested in understanding more about what can be done to curb terrorism before radicalization occurs? Would you like to work and research with leading experts in the field of radicalization and countering violent extremism while earning a full tuition scholarship and living stipend? Consider applying for The National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism (START)’s Countering Violent Extremism Fellowship this fall!

As a part of this program you will receive:

·         A full tuition scholarship for five semesters, two summer courses, and one winter course,
·         A monthly living stipend for two-and-a-half years, and,
·         A travel and living stipend for two summers of research—one in Chicago and one in Dubai.

In addition to the scholarship, you will engage in specialized coursework and research on how to counter violent extremism and how to train others to deploy these tactics on the ground. You will also participate in a suite of programming developed by START to help develop professional skills to aid you in securing employment in the homeland security enterprise after graduation from UMD. This exciting new program has limited space—Apply today!

Please see the attached flier for more information. Applications and additional information can be found at: http://www.start.umd.edu/education/countering-violent-extremism-fellowship-cvef-2015-2017. Please send questions to education@start.umd.edu.

 

Be Employable: Ask a BSOS Intern

Thursday, October 09, 2014 • 3:30 p.m.-5:00 p.m

Event Details:

• Would you like the opportunity to talk one-on-one with a BSOS student who has had an internship that interests you, or speed network and talk to each presenter?

• Are you too shy to address a question to a panelist when all eyes are on you?

• Have you had trouble setting up a search agent in Careers4Terps? Would you appreciate assistance from a professional?

All student presenters are BSOS majors! Internships covered will include:

• MDB Communications (Washington, DC)
• United States Global Change Research Program (Washington, DC)
• JP Morgan Chase (Wilmington, Delaware)
• Tom Wolf for Governor (PA)
• Speech Pathology, Guilford Elementary School, (Columbia, MD)
• US Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration
• Alliance of Community Health Plans (Washington, DC)
• Department of State, Office of Multilateral Trade Affairs (Washington, DC)
• Frederick County Health Department (MD)
• US Department of the Treasury, Office of Financial Stability (Washington, DC)
• Bully Pulpit Interactive (Washington, DC)

University Career Center & The President’s Promise staff will introduce you to the many resources available to you as a Maryland student. The BSOS Program Director for Experiential Learning will answer your questions about where other BSOS students have interned in the past and what internships align with your interests.

To RSVP: http://www.careers.umd.edu/events_RSVP.cfm?event_id=4991

CIA- Directorate of Intelligence, Summer 2015 Internships

In order to be eligible for consideration for an internship or graduate fellowship for Summer 2015, submit your application via www.cia.gov by 15 October 2014. 

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Attention December Graduates!

Bloomberg Information Session - Mon. Oct 6th

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UMD's Masters Degree in Applied Economics

More than ever, organizations and agencies need program and policy analysts who are skilled in evidence-based quantitative methods. Professionals who can understand and apply economic research are in high demand. A professional masters degree that gives you enhanced analytical skills and decision-making proficiency will help you gain a significant, valuable advantage in your work and expand your career opportunities.

The Masters in Applied Economics is a carefully designed program which offers rigorous training in quantitative analysis, economic modeling and econometrics.

The Masters in Applied Economics is a 10-course program which can be completed in as little as 15 months. Evening courses are taught in downtown DC. The seminar-style classes are taught by renowned economists affiliated with the University of Maryland, many of whom are also employed as professional economists in the Washington, DC area.

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR SPRING 2015 ENROLLMENT

Application Deadline: December 1st, 2014
Apply here.                   

Join us for an information session:

Thursday, October 9 at 6:30 PM

Thursday, November 6 at 6:30 PM

Each info session will be held in the conference room at: 1600 P Street NW (Street and garage entrance) in THE RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION CENTER (adjacent to 1400 16th Street NW).