Virtual Service Opportunity--Smithsonian Digital Volunteer

There's an opportunity with the Smithsonian to be a digital volunteer at their Transcription Center. You can help make historical documents and biodiversity data more accessible by becoming a “volun-peer.” There are hundreds of different projects from Women’s History to the Freedmen's Bureau Records, so you can work on a project that aligns with your passions and interests. This is your chance to learn more about the experiences of our nation’s history and engage in meaningful community-service. Some require language expertise.

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Highlighted Career Resources from UCC

INTERNSHIP SEARCH
Read: From Cancelled Internship to Opportunity
Read: How to Stay Competitive

FULL TIME JOB SEARCH
Career Development experts from across campus share their thoughts on how Terps can use their skills to manage through these uncertain times. Read: Building Careers During Crisis
The federal government continues to hire and is a great option for graduates looking to enter the job market during this time.

USAJobs has created a new COVID-19 search field for positions open to aid COVID-19 crisis.
USAJobs also continues to provide Student & Recent Graduate opportunities.

EVENTS

Career and recruiting events are still happening - virtually! Don't miss a thing. See our complete events listing!

We want to hear from you! Tell us what you plan to do this summer.

RESOURCES TO HELP YOU PREPARE

Resume Basics Module
We created a self-paced Resume Basics Module that will help you as you work to develop and refine your resume. Work through at your own pace. The entire module is about 20 minutes.
Login with your UMD credentials!

InterviewStream
Prepare for future interviews with InterviewStream, a virtual/video mock interviewing tool. It provides on-screen, videotaped interview scenarios that allows you to practice your answers to common interview questions.

LinkedIn Learning
UMD students have free access to LinkedIn Learning, an online learning service that can help professionals learn software, design, and business skills to achieve their personal and professional goals.There are also many videos that can assist students in their career development. For free access, login with your UMD credentials.

National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency Virtual Information Session

Register to attend: Click on the RSVP button for full details of how to join the Webinar (Careers4Terps login)

When: Wednesday, May 6, 2020 | 5:00pm - 6:30pm

NGA is seeking applications for their summer 2021 internship program. If you are graduating August 2021 or after, check out this webinar! Unlike many companies, NGA will take students very early in their college career for internships (as early as the summer after their freshman year) and each subsequent summer if the opportunity is of interest to the student.

NGA is providing internship opportunities to students from a range of majors, including
- Environmental Studies
- Global Studies
- Linguistics
- Anthropology
- Political Science
- Economics
- Geography
- GIS
- related disciplines. 

The list above is just an example of majors NGA interns have had in the past. If you do not have any of the majors above, don't fret! There are opportunities at NGA for all majors.

Direct link to the summer 2021 internship posting: https://apply.intelligencecareers.gov/job-description/20200119

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

Now Accepting BSOS Peer Mentor Fall 2020 Applications!

BSOS is now accepting Peer Mentor applications for the Fall 2020 semester! Peer Mentors receive 1 academic credit and facilitate the BSOS Graduation Planning workshops. Peer Mentors are expected to attend a class once per week in the fall semester. This is a great opportunity to build public speaking and leadership skills.


Apply here by August 7!

Business Development Internship (with Stipend) with IREX

IREX is seeking an Intern available to work 20 or more hours a week, though the schedule is flexible. An hourly stipend will be provided. This internship is open immediately.

Summary of Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Perform research and analysis on a variety of new business development related issues, as required
• Support all aspects of designing and preparing proposals in response to donor funding opportunities
• Assist with proposal editing, proofreading, formatting, and budgeting, as needed
• Assist with drafting proposal content, as needed
• Assist in recruitment of staff for proposals and preparing staffing documents for proposals
• Update and format program materials and web content
• Other duties as assigned

Skills and Qualifications:
The Intern must be well organized, skilled at handling multiple tasks, and able to adhere to deadlines. Other qualifications:

• Excellent writing and editing skills, and detail-orientated approach
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
• Demonstrated commitment to the international development field
• Comfort with budgets and facility with Excel preferred
• Knowledge of a foreign language preferred
• Knowledge of US Government program funding preferred
• Bachelor’s degree preferred

To Apply
Go to http://www.irex.org/careers and click on Current Openings. Then click on the corresponding position and apply through our website. Please supply a resume and a cover letter with your application. If you are creating a new profile you need to do so and then go back in to apply for a position.

For best consideration, apply by May 5.

The FDA is Hiring!

View a recording of the FDA's Zoom Presentation! The recruiters offer some excellent tips on who is hiring, how to build up your resume if you haven't landed a summer internship, and more.

Topic: Recruiting During Quarantine Panel
Meeting Recording:
https://go.umd.edu/rdqrec
password: 9S@m3r8p

Undergraduate Research Day 2020 - DRUM Platform Open!

UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH DAY 2020 - DRUM PLATFORM OPEN FOR VIEWING

We invite students, faculty, and staff to join in celebrating our undergraduates’ remarkable and varied research accomplishments at the annual Undergraduate Research Day (URD) poster presentation.

This year's event is taking place virtually, through the University Libraries DRUM (Digital Repository at the University of Maryland) platform. We will have over 110 posters, and hundreds of individual and team presenters represented.

To see this year's poster presentations, visit the Maryland Center for Undergraduate Research community by clicking here.

You can use the search box on this page to find presentations using the terms listed below, OR you can browse using the convenient links in the "This Community" menu on the right-hand side of the page.

Search by:
1. Presenters' Last Names
2. Presenters' College Acronym (see here)
3. Presenters' Department (e.g. "psychology" or "physics")
4. Presenters' Team Affiliation (for team presentations, e.g. Gemstone)

In addition, a sortable/searchable directory of this year's presentations is available for download on the MCUR homepage here.

URD is Maryland’s largest, most visible, and most diversified showcase for undergraduate research accomplishments – visit and learn from hundreds of team and individual presenters!

Career Assessments: Explore career options

Not sure what to do with your major? Take one of six career assessments offered by the University Career Center using Focus2. This tool analyzes students’ skills, interest, values, and personality, to provide career options for students to explore. It also provides a database of occupation titles that includes a brief overview of each occupation.

Get Started Today!

Questions? Email the University Career Center @ BSOS at ucc-bsos@umd.edu or schedule a virtual appointment through your Careers4Terps account.

www.Careers.umd.edu | go.umd.edu/UCCBSOS

NSF Grad Research Fellowships - Narrated Presentation!

NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION GRADUATE FELLOWSHIP - Narrated Presentation and NEW ELMS Resource Site

Are you planning graduate studies toward a PhD in Science, Math, Engineering, or Social/Behavioral Sciences? Learn more about the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program with our NEW narrated presentation and ELMS resource site.

***To gain access to our narrated NSF GRFP powerpoint presentation, and to our NEW ELMS resource site for NSF applicants, write to us at nsfgrfp@umd.edu providing your UID or umd.edu email address - we need this info to give you access to ELMS.***

The NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (NSF GRFP) is the largest and one of the most prestigious awards available to support graduate studies toward Ph.D.’s in science, math, engineering, and social/behavioral fields. The NSF award provides 3 years of support, with an annual stipend of $34,000. You can learn more about the NSF award at www.nsfgrfp.org

Maryland seniors and recent alumni received 29 NSF GRFP awards for 2020, ranking 9th in the nation among all schools (public and private).

Eligibility: You must be a US citizen or Permanent Resident to apply for the NSF graduate research fellowship. You must be applying for graduate studies in an NSF supported field.

Deadlines to apply for 2021 NSF GRFP awards will be in Mid-October 2020.

Resume Basics Module

This Resume Basics module provides tips for crafting an effective resume in regard to both content and formatting. Through text, videos, graphics, and activities, students will learn how to tailor their resume so that they are competitive for positions of interest.

SIGN IN TODAY!

This module is self-paced and non credit-bearing. Students are encouraged to make updates to their resume as they go through the module.

This is a great resource for learning more about the basics of crafting an effective resume. After completion, students are welcome to schedule a resume review with the University Career Center. Questions? Email UCC-BSOS@umd.edu

Hosted by the University Career Center & The President's Promise.

International Student? There is a LinkedIn Group Especially For You

This is an excellent time for those looking for CPT/internship options, OPT opportunities, and jobs back home to network with successful peers and alumni. Did you know there is a University of Maryland International Student and Alumni Network in LinkedIn? In includes UMD students and alumni from and in more than 23 countries. UMD international students, international alumni and those who mentor international Terps are invited to join at https://www.linkedin.com/groups/8631133/

Link to Watch International Student Internship Panel

Although the presenters are graduate students, the excellent advice they offer applies to international internship and job applicants at all levels.

The International Student Internship Panel took place on Friday, April 17. The event was recorded, you may access it here.

The participants mentioned LinkedIn. They all belong to the University of Maryland International Student and Alumni Network LinkedIn group. It is open to UMD international students, international alumni, and UMD faculty and staff who work with international students.

Maryland Department of Health (MDH) Virtual Fair & Open Houses

Maryland Department of Health (MDH) Virtual Fair & Open Houses
Tuesday, April 28, 2020 • 10:00 am - 2:00 pm | Virtual Event
Brought to you by the University Career Center

The Maryland Department of Health (MDH) is hosting a series of webinars hosted by different units within the Maryland Department of Health (MDH). We will have representation from some of our programs, health departments, facilities, etc. throughout MDH and throughout Maryland. During this event students will learn about different parts of MDH and about various career paths within the Department. At the end of each presentation, there will be opportunity to chat with hiring managers and other employees within the unit.

Guests must register in advance of each webinar to receive the link to join the webinar. Students can attend as many of the webinars as they are interested in.

The webinars will take place on the following dates:

Internship and Job Opportunities with SEO Career - Q&A with Recruiting Team

Seizing Every Opportunity (SEO) Career is the nation’s premier professional development program for Black, Hispanic, and Native American undergraduate students with an interest in business, technology, finance, and real estate.

SEO Career partners with over 80 companies to help students land a competitive, paid internship, and through the internship, secure a full-time job!

Join SEO Career Thursday, April 23rd for a virtual event to ask questions and to learn about the application process, partner opportunities, and career tracks!

When: Thursday, April 23rd | 4:00-5:00 PM
Link to join

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

Virtual Study Sessions

Come study with other students in the virtual Terrapin Learning Commons (TLC)! 

This is a 90-minute community work session via Zoom providing an opportunity to work individually alongside other students to stay motivated and focused.  Bring an assignment, reading, or notes to review and get ready to get to work.

What to expect:

• Welcome from Library staff member
• Participant intro and short description of what they are working on
• Heads-down time for individual work in community with others
• Progress check out from participants
• Closing from Library staff member

A librarian will be on hand for the duration of the session for 1:1 questions via chat.

How to join:
No registration needed. Simply connect a few minutes before the start time HERE

Date: Friday, April 24, 2020
Time: 12:00pm - 1:30pm

View the virtual study session schedule for future dates.

What other students are saying:
"It helped me focus and it was really nice to feel like you were in a room with others who were studying too."
"A great place with accountability to encourage you to stay focused."
"It's a good way to add some normalcy to your study session by working in a dynamic environment with other people."

With appreciation to the Center for Leadership & Organizational Change (CLOC) for adaptation of their Shared Workspace program

Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism - Summer Courses

Interested in taking an online terrorism studies course? Consider taking one of these 3-credit classes this summer through the University of Maryland's National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism (START)! These courses are completely online and open to students from all majors and universities.

The following courses are offered online this summer:

• Summer I: June 1-July 10, 2020
• BSST338E/638A: Political Assassinations**
• BSST370/638F: Financing Terror and Hate**
• Summer II: July 13-August 21, 2020
• BSST338O: School Shooters and Spree Killers
• BSST372/638B: Terrorist Hostage Taking**
• Non-Standard Summer: June 1-August 21, 2020
• BSST386: Experiential Learning in Terrorism Studies

**Also available at the graduate level

For more information visit this link or contact the Education Team at START: education-start@umd.edu.

Fall 2020 BSOS Ambassador Application - Closing Friday

LAST CHANCE to become a BSOS Ambassador for Fall 2020! For more information, and to apply, please visit https://forms.gle/oj75MNnAtLS62aYD7.

Recruiting During Quarantine - Virtual Panel

Recruiting During Quarantine Panel
Monday, April 27th | 4:00-5:00 pm
Please RSVP to receive a reminder email the day before the event.

Join the University Career Center for a virtual conversation with employers about the realities of recruiting during COVID-19. We'll ask for their tips and how/if recruiting is happening in their organization right now. Panelists include:

• Equinox Fitness
• FDA - Center for Tobacco Products
• ScribeAmerica
• FDA - Office of the Commissioner, Medical Products and Tobacco
• Association of American Medical Colleges

The event is open to all students and alumni.

Looking for more? Here are additional professional development events as well as options students have for meeting virtually with the UCC @ BSOS.

GSA Webinar for UMD Terps

GSA Webinar for UMD Terps
Thursday, April 23, 2020 • 4:00 pm | Virtual Event

Join GSA’s Deputy Chief Financial Officer and their National Recruitment Center Coordinator for an overview of the agency, specific career opportunities, the work environment, benefits, and the Federal Job Application, and walk through their hiring process.

We seek candidates from a wide range of backgrounds including, ECON, Political Science, Public Policy, Public affairs, Business Administration, Communications and more for positions dealing with budgets, financial management, purchasing, and acquisition.

The GSA is an independent agency of the United States government which helps manage and support the basic functioning of federal agencies. GSA constructs, manages, and preserves government buildings, supplies products and communications for U.S. government offices, provides transportation and office space to federal employees, and develops government-wide cost-minimizing policies and other management tasks. GSA ranks in the top 5% of Best Places to Work in the Federal Government.

Register to attend: https://careers.umd.edu/event/gsa-webinar-umd-terps

Hosted by the University Career Center.

UNIV362 Designing Your Life After College

https://bit.ly/UNIV362FALL20

UNIV362 is approved to count as 2 credits of experiential learning for the ECON-BA. 

Job Posting: Database Associate

Title: Database Associate
Organization: League of Conservation Voters
Location: Washington, DC

General Description:
The Database Associate supports the Data Director in maintaining and managing LCV’s Salesforce database and ensuring the integrity of its data. This newly created position will take the lead in conducting fine-grained tasks to improve the functionality and intuitiveness of the database. This role will support a large Development department in their use of Salesforce and will work closely with the Data Director on multiple Salesforce integrations. The Database Associate will also work with other software systems used by the Membership and Online Engagement team including Blue State Digital, Phone2Action and Acoustic. This role is a great opportunity for someone who has experience with the Salesforce database and is looking to take the next step to becoming a database administrator.

Virtual Mental Health Workshops

counseling.umd.edu/covid-19/

Student Trainee - Economist (Internship)

The Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service is seeking an Student Trainee - Economist (Internship). The application closes on April 17, 2020.

Salary
$28.53 to $37.08 per hour

Summary
The work involves economic data gathering, analysis, and interpretation on smaller projects and clearly defined segments of larger projects. The incumbent takes a proactive approach to understanding and meeting the needs of internal and external customers, and consistently delivers high-quality products and services on time.

Responsibilities
The duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Evaluating economic impacts, including using appropriate methodologies, determining relevant data requirements, collecting and analyzing information, and presenting the results professionally.
• Analyzes the benefits and costs of Agency program and policy options that are not directly related to rulemaking.
• Assists staff by contributing to socioeconomic analyses for environmental assessments and environmental impact statements, in support of APHIS' environmental compliance obligations.
• Assists senior economists in developing performance measures to evaluate program efficiency and effectiveness.
• Prepares and delivers oral and written presentations on analyses conducted.
• As a participant in multidisciplinary projects, applies appropriate analytical approaches and prepares smaller-scale economic analyses of Agency issues.

Learn more and apply.

Graduate Business Education Week

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For more information about these webinars see the Smith School's Plus One program and the Smith School's Admission Events.

Project Associate Job with Dexis Consulting Group for Senior or Recent Grad

About the Position
Dexis is seeking a Project Associate to be part of our Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) team supporting the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) Office of Western Hemisphere Programs (INL/WHP) at the Department of State (DOS). Under the current task order Dexis works to develop M&E policies and procedures, including performance measures and an M&E data management system, using both domestic staff based in Washington, D.C. and M&E Specialists at Embassy Posts throughout Latin America and the Caribbean. The work location for this position will be in Washington, DC. This is a full-time position that will:

Responsibilities

• Provide operations assistance to project staff, and backstop country and DC-based programs
• Assist in contract compliance and tracking financials, including budget and expenses.
• Review expense reports and subcontractor invoices.
• Recruit project staff and consultants, write scopes of work, and engage directly with consultants.
• Research new business development opportunities in capture efforts.
• Provide direct support to live business development opportunities, writing past performance sections, staffing and workplans.
• Manage small proposal efforts including liaising with potential staff and partners
• Liaise with payroll providers in Latin America and the Caribbean
• When requested, conduct literature and desk reviews for evaluations, support development of data collection instruments and provide technical support to field teams.

Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:

• One (1) year of experience working in an international development environment.
• Understanding of USG procurement and compliance regulations.
• Skills in budget development and financial tracking using Microsoft Excel.
• Bachelor’s degree in a social science, international development, public policy or related field.
• Proficiency in Spanish.
• Ability to travel overseas, when requested

Preferred Requirements:

• Knowledge of Salesforce and GovWin is a plus.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance.
• Experience in grant writing and proposal development.

Apply on the Dexis website.

For best consideration, apply by April 20.

Bias Incident Support Services

BISS is here for you (literally and virtually)!

The Hate-Bias Response Program has a new name—Bias Incident Support Services (BISS for short). But what you probably don't know yet is that BISS director Neijma Celestine-Donnor is offering virtual check-in hours to provide support, advocacy and guidance for those impacted by hate-bias incidents.

"Unfortunately, the switch to virtual learning and working during COVID-19 has also seen an increase in online hate-bias incidents," Celestine-Donnor says. "BISS wants our campus community to know that we are here for them and we want to ensure that impacted parties receive ongoing and continued support."

Drop-in hours will be held every weekday. Register at the links below for the Zoom info.

Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays
11 a.m.-1 p.m. on Zoom
Register here

Tuesdays and Thursdays
2-4 p.m. on Zoom
Register here

Can't make these drop-in hours? Contact biassupport@umd.edu to set up an appointment at another time. Please reach out to get the support you need in navigating hate-bias incidents!

Virtual Presentation: How to Write a Federal Resume

Participants will learn what needs to be included in a Federal resume – presenters include an expert from the Human Resources Department and a hiring official. After the webinar, hiring officials will be available by email to review and provide one-on-one feedback on your draft resume.

The virtual presentation will take place Thursday, April 16 at 4pm EDT.

For more information:
https://careers.umd.edu/event/us-department-agriculture-animal-plant-health-inspection-service-aphis

Summer Humanitarian Policy and Practice Internship

Position description
InterAction’s HPP Team is seeking applications for unpaid Summer 2020 internship position(s) in Washington, DC. InterAction is the largest alliance of U.S.-based international nongovernmental organizations (INGOs) working in every developing country.

Primary ResponsibilitiesThe specific work of an intern will be based upon an individual’s learning and professional goals, as tied to the initiatives of InterAction’s Humanitarian Policy & Practice (HPP) Team.
Additional responsibilities may include:

Summer Internships with the Center for Responsible Travel (Remote)

Program & Research Intern (2)

CREST Program and Research Interns provide assistance on research and consulting projects, as well as provide general support when needed for CREST programming. This internship is a great opportunity for someone looking to expand their knowledge of responsible and sustainable travel in hospitality, events, and/or destination management. Successful candidates may be studying tourism, hospitality, international relations, international development, sustainable development, environmental management, or a similar field.

The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic, creative individual who'd like to gain experience working in the nonprofit sector. CREST is based in Washington, DC, however, due to the impacts of COVID-19, we are accepting applications only from candidates who are able to fully participate in the internship remotely. Our staff is currently teleworking and our office will reopen when it is safe to do so.

MAKE SPRING SUCCESSFUL WITH OMSE'S ONLINE TUTORING PROGRAM

Introducing OMSE’s new online tutoring service! This is the first time that OMSE will be offering online tutoring services. We are honored to be able to start this brand new project with you!

This new pilot program will be delivered using the ELMS and ZOOM platforms. The Tutoring review sessions course is called “OMSE Online Tutoring Review Sessions." You can access it directly by clicking here.

We will need to take attendance to monitor participation. Please be sure to fill in the Wufoo form at the beginning of each session.

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us at omsetutoring@umd.edu.

Careers in Community Organizing for Social Justice

DART will hold an online info session on Wednesday, April 15 at 6 pm eastern/5 pm central to discuss careers in community organizing. All UMD students and alumni welcome, particularly those graduating before January 2021.

RSVP at www.thedartcenter.org/april15

DART organizations unite congregations to work for social, economic and racial justice, including:

* Plugging the school-to-prison pipeline
* Reining in predatory lending practices
* Expanding access to primary health and dental care
* Prioritizing funding for affordable housing and job training
* Fighting for immigrants' rights
* Police accountability

Positions start August 10, 2020 and January 11, 2021 in:

• Florida: St. Petersburg, Fort Myers, Ft Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, Miami
• Kansas: Lawrence
• Virginia: Richmond

Starting salary: $39,064/year + benefits.

DART organizations are largely made up of low- and moderate-income, minority and immigrant communities. We strongly encourage people from these backgrounds, as well as fluent Spanish speakers, to apply.

To apply or learn more about DART, visit www.thedartcenter.org. Still have questions? Contact sarah@thedartcenter.org or 937-974-6093.

Alumni Association Scholarship

The Alumni Association Scholarship application is now open. Applications must be submitted by April 19, 2020. Scholarship recipients will be notified by May 2020.

Competitive applicants should be a continuing student with a 3.0 GPA or higher, show commitment to the university community through on-campus and/or off-campus involvement, and exhibit Terp pride. In order to be eligible, applicants must plan to attend the University of Maryland in the academic year following selection.

Apply.

Bright Futures Scholarship

The Bright Futures 'Unpaid Internship' Scholarship awards students with need-based scholarships ranging from $250-$1,250 to help offset expenses incurred during unpaid internships. If you're an undergraduate student who has secured an unpaid summer 2020 internship with a non-profit organization or government agency, you are eligible to apply! This semester's deadline falls on April 24, 2020 at 5 p.m. (not midnight!)

UMD Global/Federal Fellows Undergrad Internship Program-Apply Now!

Interested in the possibility of a career in public service? Want to learn about how the real world works? Interested in including a quality internship in your four-year plan?

Federal and Global Fellows brings together undergraduate students of all majors to learn about integrating their academic studies with real-world experiences in the arenas of public service, research, international affairs, political advocacy, environmental policy, global health, and more. Learn some of the diverse and important ways that empower you to contribute in the world! Our one-year certificate program combines a fall 2020 seminar and a spring 2021 internship, both for college credit, and offers a unique active-learning opportunity to integrate your academics with real world experience and explore future goals.

***Virtual Information Sessions for prospective students will occur on Fridays: April 3, 10 and 17 from 2:00PM to 3:00PM***
RSVP Link: Federal & Global Fellows Info Sessions: April 2020
Program Perks Include:

• Your Choice of Nine Fall Seminar Courses (all taught by expert practitioners with courses offered once a week, mostly in the evenings; fall seminars are also cross-listed with Honors)
• Political Engagement and Advocacy
• Critical Regions and International Relations
• Homeland Security and National Security Policy
• Responses to Global Challenges
• Water Security and Global Health Challenges
• Energy and Environmental Policy
• US Diplomacy
• Public Health Policy
• Science Diplomacy
• Spring Internship 3-9 credits available through our program (including Scholarship in Practice credit) or through your own major.
• Program Partnerships at a myriad of sites, such as: Department of Homeland Security, Congressional offices, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, embassies, Department of State, National Institutes of Health, Chemonics, World Resources Institute, Department of Energy, Aerospace Industries Association, House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, Environmental Law Institute, and many more!
• Year round activities include visits to DC organizations, professional development workshops, one-on-one coaching, resume and cover letter review, interview preparation, good cheer, etc.
• Earn transcript notation as a Federal or Global Fellow

Application Link: Online Application

3rd Priority Deadline: April 19, 2020 (and then Rolling Admission)

UPDATED DEADLINE: ECON Departmental Scholarships - Applications Due April 5th

http://go.umd.edu/econscholarships

EPIC Undergraduate Summer Research Fellowship

The Energy Policy Institute at Chicago (EPIC) invites applications for the Summer 2020 Research Fellowship. An interdisciplinary research and training center at the University of Chicago, EPIC is contributing innovative solutions to the global energy challenge: how can we ensure that people around the world, today and in the future, have access to reliable, affordable energy needed for human development without putting our health, environment and climate at risk? Previous results from EPIC projects have been influential with policymakers worldwide and featured in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and other leading publications.

Successful candidates will report to Michael Greenstone, Professor of Economics at the University of Chicago and the Director of EPIC. Responsibilities span all stages of research, including managing projects, collecting and analyzing data, creating presentations, and editing manuscripts. Typical research projects involve the analysis of environmental and energy data from the United States, India, China, and other countries utilizing quasi-experimental and experimental methods, as well as development of computational economic models of energy markets.

Applicants must be in their penultimate year of study and have strong quantitative and programming skills. Candidates with research experience are strongly preferred, especially those with experience programming in Stata, R, Python or Matlab. The ideal candidate would work for EPIC for around ten weeks before returning to school. EPIC offers competitive salary and employee benefits. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, with rolling decisions, but all applications must be received by May 2nd to be considered. Due to the high volume of applications, only candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.

To apply, please complete the form and upload your resume, transcript, and writing sample at https://tinyurl.com/epic-summer-intern. Questions and inquiries about the summer fellowship should be directed to epic.predoctoralfellowship@gmail.com.

Homeland Security Internship

Homeland Security Investigations Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) is the largest investigative agency of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

HSI’s workforce includes special agents, intelligence research specialists, technical enforcement officers, computer forensics analysts, seized property specialists, auditors, and administrative staff. Student Volunteer Internship HSI recruits interns from a wide variety of educational backgrounds, including criminal justice, business and public administration, computer science, and engineering.

The Student Volunteer Internship provides unpaid opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students, who want to develop their professional skills, exposure to law enforcement, and explore career paths within HSI.

The Fall 2020 program will take place in Baltimore, MD. Students must have transportation.

[Work with your departmental or college internship course instructor to determine eligibility requirements. if you wish to enroll in a course for the internship.]

Eligibility Requirements
• U.S. citizenship;
• Be at least 16-years old;
• Be enrolled at least half-time in a degree-seeking program;
• Have at least 30 undergraduate credits; and
• Pass background investigation. Selection Criteria
• Academic achievement;
• Work experience;
• Extracurricular activities; and
• Interest in HSI’s mission and careers.

Application Materials
• Cover letter;
• Resume;
• Academic transcript; and
• Enrollment verification.

Submit your application to HSIBaltimore.Recruitment@ice.dhs.gov