Resources from UCC @ BSOS

University Career Center @ BSOS Offers Virtual Support We know that for many people, semester plans have changed and there are lots of questions and much uncertainty around the future. The University Career Center is here to support you through career development during a challenging time.  Options for students seeking career/internship guidance: go.umd.edu/careerappt Spring 2020 Internships If you have questions about your spring 2020 internship, please review this resource.  Intern For A Day If you participated in the IFAD orientations, you will be receiving an email with instructions shortly. This program has been postponed for spring 2020. HIGHLIGHTED VIRTUAL EVENTS View more events Virtual Interview Workshop, March 31 | 4:30-5:30 pm Join us for a Virtual Interviewing Workshop to learn how to prepare and ace these types of interviews! Virtual Interviews are used by Bank of America, Goldman Sachs, GEICO, IBM and others, so make sure you're aware of how to succeed! Managing Stress During the Job Search Process an an International Student, April 3 | 2-3 pm This workshop will focus on strategies that students can use to manage stress, and provide tools to keep students focused and empowered. Psychology Graduate School Virtual Fair, April 7 | 11 am-3:30 pm  Prospective Students Meet Psychology Schools Real-time. Engage with faculty, students and admissions representatives. Hire Big Ten Plus Virtual Career Fair, April 14 | 11 am-2 pm Meet top employers in an online environment and discover new opportunities.  Hosted by the University Career Center.

10 Career-Related Tasks to Accomplish Virtually

Contact the University Career Center @ BSOS by email UCC-BSOS@umd.edu or schedule a virtual appointment through Careers4Terps.

Rawlings Undergraduate Leadership Fellows Program - Application deadline extended to Friday, April 17th!

The Rawlings Undergraduate Leadership Fellows Program honors the legacy of Howard Peters "Pete" Rawlings, who was a member of the Maryland House of Delegates representing the 40th district for more than two decades. A tireless advocate for those often unheard and underrepresented, the Rawlings Program provides you the opportunity to follow in the footsteps of Delegate Rawlings and develop as a champion for those marginalized in leadership and decision-making processes.

Working with faculty, alumni and local leaders, you will develop the skills and resources to take on leadership roles during the program and beyond, and understand the importance of cultural pluralism and advocacy to elevate unheard voices. The Program combines mentorship, engagements with expert faculty and public leaders, and hands-on experiences working in the community to realize your commitment to develop as an ethical leader.

Learn more about the program and apply.

Applications Open for START Summer Internships

SUMMER 2020 INTERNSHIP PROGRAM NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS Final Application Deadline: March 29, 2020 Program Begins: June 1, 2020

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

• Communications or Multimedia • Cultural Assessment of Nuclear Intentions of Over-the-Horizon Countries • Geo-profiling Risk Assessment in the United States • Global Terrorism Database (GTD) • International Communication and Negotiation Simulations Project (ICONS) • Sociopolitical Narratives and Emotions in Eastern European Social Media • State Department/START • Unconventional Weapons and Technology (UWT) Advanced Research • Understanding Domestic Radicalization

Click here for more information and application forms

Intelligence Community 2020 Virtual Career Fair

When: Wednesday, March 25, 2020 from 1:00pm - 7:00pm

If you do it, we need it. Science and technology. Business and mathematics. Foreign language and human resources. The United States Intelligence Community (IC) employs thousands of professionals in a wide variety of occupations. And we are currently looking for qualified candidates to fill key openings.

On Wednesday, March 25, 2020, you can meet representatives from ten U.S. intelligence agencies during the 2020 Spring Intelligence Community Virtual Career Fair. Reserve your spot today!

From the comfort of your computer or mobile device, you can:

• Visit agency booths to explore available job opportunities
• Chat with recruiters and subject matter experts
• Learn about internships and other student opportunities

Who will be there?
Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)
Defense CounterIntelligence and Security Agency (DCSA)
Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA)
Department of Homeland Security Office of Intelligence and Analysis (DHS I&A)
Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA)
National Reconnaissance Office (NRO)
National Security Agency (NSA)
Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI)
United States Army Intelligence and Security Command (INSCOM)

SLAO Fall 2020 Intern and Student Advocate Application Available

The Undergraduate Student Legal Aid Office's Internship and paid Student Advocate applications are now available online. Students can apply at legalaid.umd.edu.

Undergraduate Day 2020 - Moving to DRUM platform

IMPORTANT NOTICE - UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH DAY 2020

WE ARE MOVING TO THE UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES DRUM (DIGITAL REPOSITORY AT THE UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND) PLATFORM FOR 2020

To comply with University-wide guidance about minimizing large-gathering infectious disease risks for our students, faculty, and staff, we are moving this year's Undergraduate Research Day poster exhibition to the DRUM (Digital Repository at the University of Maryland) online platform. **We will not host our traditional in-person event at the Stamp Grand Ballroom this year, but will return to this venue in 2021.**

A service of the University of Maryland University Libraries, DRUM collects, preserves, and provides public access to the scholarly output of the university. Faculty and student researchers can upload research products for rapid dissemination, global visibility and impact, and long-term preservation.

DEADLINE: The deadline to submit a poster proposal for this year's DRUM-based Undergraduate Research Day is extended to Friday, April 17, 2020. Submitting a poster proposal is free and easy - just use the online registration system on the MCUR website at http://www.ugresearch.umd.edu/current-ugresearchday.html

Students will receive instructions for uploading their poster and supporting information to the Undergraduate Research Day DRUM community site by Monday, April 20, 2020.

Click here for URD online information and the URD registration form!

Deadline to submit your proposal: Friday, April 17, 2020


The Researchers of the Year Award presentation that normally opens our URD poster exhibition will take place, rescheduled and relocated in a manner consistent with University guidance. Profiles of our awardees will be made available on the MCUR website by Friday, April 24, 2020.


We ask that faculty and administrators contact us at ugresearch@umd.edu with any questions.

SECU MD Foundation Scholarships

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Coronavirus Update

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School of Public Policy's Bachelor's/Master's Degree Information Session

For more information, email policy-BAMPPprogram@umd.edu. 

Apply to be on the BSOS Dean's Student Advisory Council (DSAC)

Applications will be open until April 7, 2020.

Apply today via this link!

Maryland's Public Service Scholars Programs

Learn more and apply.

Tutoring Jobs for ECON Students @ UMD Gossett Student-Athlete Center

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Economics Internship at the Food and Drug Administration

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) invites undergraduate juniors or seniors, or master’s students majoring in Economics, Public Health, or other Statistics-related field to apply for an internship program with the Economics Staff in the Office of the Commissioner. The intern will assist members of the Economics Staff in conducting economic analyses of major FDA policies and regulations related to food, human drugs, medical devices, biological products, tobacco products, and animal drugs and feed.

Internships will be for one academic semester and require a minimum commitment of 16 hours per week. Intern positions are unpaid; however, students may be able to earn college credit. U.S. citizenship is required.

Candidates are required to have completed classes in intermediate microeconomics and econometrics (or a similar class on computational methods for data analysis). Candidates should be detail focused, have strong communication and writing skills, and be able to work independently. Candidates with experience in statistical packages such as Microsoft Excel, STATA, R, or Python are encouraged to apply.

To be considered for this internship, please send a statement of interest and resume that includes a list of relevant courses to ECONInternship@fda.hhs.gov with the subject ‘Spring 2020 FDA Econ Internship.” Applications for spring internships should be submitted by April 3, 2020.

Federal and Global Fellows Program: Alumni Careers Information Session

The Federal and Global Fellows Programs will be hosting a panel of amazing program alumni who are currently working at: World Bank, Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction, Medicaid and CHIP Payment and Access Commission, Deptartment of Homeland Security (DHS), and the National Defense University.

They will share their career paths, internships, scholarships, life experiences, and best tips for ongoing success--no matter what your passions. Ask any questions you like--they are all honest brokers who wish to help you!

Date: Monday, 9th March 2020
Time: 6:30pm-7:45pm
Location: Federal and Global Fellows Office, 2407 Marie Mount Hall (2nd Floor)
RSVP here (for headcount - pizza will be served!)

Panelists include:

Paid Innovation Data Internship with Results for Development

Position Description
Results for Development (R4D) is a leading non-profit global development partner. We collaborate with change agents around the world — government officials, civil society leaders and social innovators — to create strong systems that support healthy, educated people. We help our partners move from knowing their goal to knowing how to reach it. We combine global expertise in health, education and nutrition with analytic rigor, practical support for decision-making and implementation and access to peer problem-solving networks. Together with our partners, we build self-sustaining systems that serve everyone and deliver lasting results. Then we share what we learn so others can achieve results for development, too.

We have a unique and vibrant culture at R4D and we want to keep it that way. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of our work environment and help advance our mission. Diversity - of ideas, identities, perspectives, and backgrounds - is vital to who we are and what we do. We seek people who embrace these values and will help reinforce them. Our work culture is collaborative, creative, and entrepreneurial. We operate based on trust and respect. Teams across the organization frequently collaborate on programmatic work and support each other in continuously building a better R4D.

Future Housing Leaders Speaker Series (with Bozzuto/Avanath Capital Management)

Tuesday, March 10, 2020
12:00pm - 1:30pm
University Career Center & The President's Promise, 3100 Hornbake Library, South Wing, 3rd Floor

Join the Future Housing Leaders (with representatives from Bozzuto & Avanath Capital management) to explore careers in housing finance, real estate, fintech, building and construction, and more! Learn about paid internship opportunities at top companies.

Register via C4T (use RSVP button on the event page) AND via http://bit.ly/UMD_March10
Food will be provided

For additional information about this event: Contact Michael Maiden at the University Career Center at mmaiden@umd.edu

CANCELLED: USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) Career Fair

This event has been cancelled. Jobs will be posted on usajobs.gov by the end of the month.

Recently graduated, graduating this spring, thinking about interning, looking for summer employment?

Learn about available positions protecting agriculture and the quality and availability of wholesome food. Experts will review resumes and help you navigate the federal government’s online hiring system. View current openings.

Bring a valid government-issued ID, a resume and current transcript.

When: Friday, March 27th from 10am to 2pm 

Where: USDA-APHIS building, 4700 River Road, Riverdale MD. 

Transportation: 

The USDA-APHIS building is accessible to the College Park Metro Station and free parking is available onsite. The building is also is easily accessible via the 123 shuttle bus. It picks up passengers at the Regents Garage and drops them off at the far end of their parking lot.

Learn more.

Writing Federal Resumes

Need help with your Federal resume? Want feedback from a Federal professional?

During this workshop, participants will learn about what hiring officials look for on a resume after the Human Resources Department has finished an initial screening. Bring copies of your draft resume, and you will receive feedback in a small group setting.

When: Tuesday, March 24, 2020 - 4:30-6pm
Where: 3100 Hornbake Library

Learn more and RSVP.

Undergraduate Research Day - Wednesday, April 22 - Registration Open!

REGISTRATION OPEN - UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH DAY - ­ APRIL 22, 2020

Francis DuVinage, Director ­

Erin Sorensen, Coordinator ­ 

http://www.ugresearch.umd.edu/

Have you been involved in research as an undergraduate, either as an individual or as part of a team, at Maryland or beyond? Would you like the opportunity to present your work in poster-format at Maryland¹s largest, most visible and diversified showcase for undergraduate research accomplishments?

Then present your research at Undergraduate Research Day on Wednesday, April 22, 2020!

Click here for URD online information and the URD registration form!

Deadline to submit your proposal: Monday, April 13, 2020

Submitting a poster proposal is free and easy - just use the online registration system on the MCUR website at http://www.ugresearch.umd.edu/current-ugresearchday.html - the deadline to submit your proposal is Monday, April 13 but we strongly encourage you to submit early. We look forward to learning about your work!

Undergraduate Research Day 2020 takes place in the Grand Ballroom of the Stamp Student Union from 1 to 4 pm on April 22 with poster set-up beginning at 11:30 am. You can be present part or all of the time. All majors and fields of research ­ including creative and performing arts ­ are welcome!

If you have questions, please contact us at ugresearch@umd.edu

Call for 2020 Applications for Junior Stanley Surrey Fellowship

Office of Tax Analysis Research Assistant Position (Junior Stanley Surrey Fellowship)

The Office of Tax Analysis (OTA) performs expert economic analysis of existing and proposed Federal tax policies for the Secretary of the Treasury, the President, the Congress, and the public. OTA advises in the formulation of Administration tax proposals, assesses major Congressional tax proposals, and assists in the implementation of enacted tax legislation. OTA's analyses are provided in various forms, including background papers, position papers, policy memoranda, briefings for policy makers, Congressional testimony, estimates of receipts for the Budget and for Treasury cash management decisions, estimates of revenue and distributional effects of proposed legislation, participation in regulatory guidance projects, and contributions to the negotiation of international tax treaties and agreements. To accomplish its mission, OTA conducts research to develop conceptual frameworks, models, data, methodologies, and empirical results to provide the foundations for its economic analysis of tax policies.

The purpose of this position is to serve in the Office of Tax Analysis as a Financial Economist, planning and performing a wide range of professional economic research and analysis. Specific duties may vary based on the skills and experience of the applicant. The incumbent researches and assembles facts and prepares economic analyses that relate to the development and review of Federal tax policy. The incumbent uses experience and initiative to identify issues and concerns requiring further study and, with supervisory approval, plans, conducts, and implements research projects in furtherance of the Office's mission. The incumbent assists with the dissemination of Office research by tracking research projects, organizing meetings, and maintaining the office web site.

The position is a two year appointment that may be extended for an additional two years. The position is full-time, full-year paid at the General Schedule grade 7, 9 or 11, depending on the education and experience of the candidate. U.S. Citizenship and at least 24 hours of credit in economics courses are required.

Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to Julie Cronin
(Julie-anne.cronin@treasury.gov) or contact their office for further information.

Nonprofit Industry Meetup: Now March 27!

Friday, March 27, 2020

12:00pm - 2:00pm

Interested in meeting nonprofit organizations looking to hire UMD students for summer internships or full-time roles?

Come to a relaxed, informal opportunity to meet and greet with a wide range of organizations. Each organization will give a 3-5 minute overview and then be seated at tables to have conversations with students.

• 12:00-12:30: 3-5 minute organization presentations
• 12:30-2:00: Casual conversations between students and the various organizations

Learn more about the event and RSVP.

World Wildlife Fund - Climate Adaptation Intern

World Wildlife Fund (WWF), one of the world's leading conservation organization, seeks a Climate Adaptation Intern to support WWF Climate Crowd, a crowdsourcing initiative that convenes and supports a network of partners to gather data on how climate change is impacting people and nature, and supports on-the-ground projects that help rural communities adapt while reducing pressure on biodiversity.

Responsibilities will include:
1) conducting qualitative data analysis of Climate Crowd interviews;
2) reviewing scientific literature to complement results of data analysis;
3) compiling two-page summary reports highlighting the primary impacts on livelihoods, coping responses, and impacts to biodiversity;
4) assisting with various communications including content for newsletters, web stories, etc.

Other responsibilities will be assigned on an as-needed basis.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum of 20 hours per week
• Knowledge of climate change, international development and/or ecology
• Excellent research, writing and analytical skills
• Attention to detail is a must
• Proficient in Excel
• Basic knowledge of data analysis techniques
• Knowledge of Spanish a plus, but not required
• Compensation:
• Unpaid. For all unpaid internships, applicants must be enrolled in school and be able to obtain academic course credit from their university.

How to apply: 

Summer Internship - Performance and Evaluation Assistant

The Performance and Evaluation Assistant is three-month internship from June through August offered at the Urban Teachers National Team. The ideal candidate is collaborative, motivated, curious, and interested in learning more about how to use program data to inform decision making at a growing national nonprofit. Candidates should be comfortable using a variety of data tools to answer questions. With the support of the Performance and Evaluation (P&E) Team at Urban Teachers National, your work will be project based and involve the responsibilities detailed below.

Target Start Date: June 2020
Location: Baltimore, MD (must be able to travel to our office in southwest Baltimore at least three days per week, including Thursdays)
Duration: about 3 months (~8hr/day 5 days/week).

Responsibilities

• Complete the following projects over the course of the internship and deliver updates and/or presentations to key internal stakeholders:
• Codebook creation to help the P&E and Technology Teams better understand the breadth of the data we collect and which variables we should use in our analyses.
• Source publicly available data necessary for contextualize program data at the district and school level for each of our sites; analyze this data, and present to key internal stakeholders such as Site Teams and the Development Team.
• Download, clean, and merge data from multiple sources to analyze trends and report out on findings.