Friday, May 29, 2020

THE BASICS: Jumpstart Your Job Search for Recent Alumni

Are you a Recent Alumni (December 2018 - May 2020)? Congratulations
Are you Job Searching? We can Help
Are you needing Assistance? This workshop is for YOU.

The remote workshop will take place Monday, June 1, 2020 from 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Learn more and RSVP.

Summer Career Series




The University Career Center invites current UMD students and recent alumni to join us for the workshops below. RSVP for each event through your Careers4Terps account to receive the Zoom link details.

The Basics: Jumpstart Your Job Search for Recent Alumni, June 1
Psychology Majors: Locating and Navigating Your Remote Internship, June 10
Employer Advice: Standing Out in a Tough Job Market, June 16
Creating a Memorable Online Presence, June 24
Review more events by visiting the University Career Center's Calendar of Events.

UMD Virtual Career Fair and Prep Events



UMD VIRTUAL Career & Internship Fair, Tuesday, June 9, 2020 | 11 am - 3 pm 

Our virtual career fair offers the opportunity for current students and alumni to connect with diverse employers seeking to hire for full-time, internship and part-time opportunities across a variety of industries. The platform will allow for chat-based interactions between candidates and employers. Need help preparing? Check this out.

REGISTER TO ATTEND:
  1. Visit CareerEco virtual fair platform to create an account and register.
  2. Upload your resume (employers will review these, so don't skip this step).
  3. Review the list of employers attending, as well as the job/internship openings.
For additional information about this event: Contact Kenyatta Malloy at ucc-recruiting@umd.edu.

Join us for a short prep session before you attend the Fair. 
Virtual Career Fair Prep Workshop: June 1 at 2:00 pm, June 5 at 12:00 pm, and June 8 at 1:00 pm.
Hosted by the University Career Center. 

Wednesday, May 27, 2020

How to be a Successful Virtual Intern Workshop - Thursday!



Congressional Budget Office: Assistant Analyst Position

The Congressional Budget Office is a small nonpartisan agency that provides economic and budgetary analysis to the Congress. CBO’s Financial Analysis Division is seeking an Assistant Analyst. The division develops financial models to estimate the cost of credit and insurance programs and to forecast financial variables such as stock prices, interest rates, and housing market variables. The division also produces research reports about financial issues affecting the federal government, collaborating with a large network of academic and industry specialists.

The Assistant Analyst will support the division’s financial modeling and research by gathering data from many sources, merging those data into databases, conducting literature reviews, and collaborating with economists on research and written reports. The analyst will also interact extensively with others in legislative and executive branch agencies and at research institutions.

The position is an opportunity to improve modeling, programming, and analytical skills in a research-intensive environment and to gain experience in applying financial concepts to real- world problems. Assistant Analysts in the division often pursue professional or graduate degrees in fields such as economics and finance following their three-year appointments at CBO.

Spring 2020 Grading Policy Update

The website for students to record their choice of grading method for each course (pass/fail or letter grade) reopened on May 22  and will close May 31, 2020, at 11:59 pm. Students can make changes as many times during that period as they wish. Students are encouraged to update their grading method early to ensure they have the final grading method that they want. STUDENTS SHOULD NOT WAIT UNTIL MAY 31 TO LOG ON TO TESTUDO. May 31 is the last day a student may verify a grade method change. 

To update your grading method:
  • Select the “UPDATE SPRING 2020 GRADING METHOD” box
  • Click edit, make changes, click submit. Students must click “submit” to save changes.
  • Changes made in this application will not be visible on the Grades application, nor in the Unofficial Transcripts, until the following day. Students are encouraged  to check their updates the following day by viewing their grades using the Grades or Unofficial Transcript capabilities in Testudo. You will be unable to verify your grades after May 31 at 11:59 pm. 
Students who wait until the last possible day to record their choice will risk making errors. 
If you currently have your grading method set as the default Pass/Fail and you do not know your grades prior to using the Grades application, make sure to log on prior to May 31 and switch to Letter Grade. The next day you should be able to see the grade your instructor submitted. You may either keep the letter grade or switch back to Pass/Fail.


There are no exceptions after May 31. 

If  you have difficulty using the application, please send an email immediately to registrar-help@umd.edu for assistance.





    Tuesday, May 26, 2020

    International Student Community Meeting Weds. May 27 at 4:00 P.M.


    The Graduate School is hosting an International Student Community Meeting on May 27 at 4pm for undergraduate and graduate international students. The Provost, Ross Lewin and Sue from ISSS will be attending as well.

    If you would like to join the community meeting, please register using the information below.

    When: May 27, 2020 04:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
    Register in advance for this meeting:
    https://umd.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcocOurrzMrG9QF8yDlLQvTk4hYOD86eW_M

    After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

    Program Assistant Position for May or Recent Grad with Center for European Policy Analysis

    Position description
    CEPA seeks a qualified and highly motivated individual to serve as a Program Assistant for our Democratic Resilience program. The Program Assistant will provide day-to-day administrative, financial and other support to the program staff for an initial six-month period with the possibility of extension.

    This position reports to the Director for Democratic Resilience and is based in Washington, D.C.
    The ideal candidate will be highly organized, familiar with the functions of a public policy non-profit organization, willing to work across cultures, capable of balancing multiple tasks simultaneously and possess an interest in U.S.-European relations. He/she must be able to be proactive, detail-oriented, and work both independently and as part of a team.

    Program Assistant Position for May or Recent Grad with the Population Reference Bureau

    Position description
    The Program Assistant will serve as a member of the International Programs department, providing administrative, logistic, and coordination support to programs and activities. The Program Assistant will assist with organizing meetings and conferences, handling travel arrangements, maintaining training/workshop participant and contact lists, processing invoices, editing and formatting workplans and reports, drafting, reviewing, and editing correspondence and other short materials in English and French, and streamlining administrative processes when possible. The Program Assistant may also be called upon to provide substantive support to projects. This support may include researching data and information, assisting with background research, writing or drafting materials, compiling, checking and cleaning data for monitoring, evaluation and learning initiatives as well as liaising with partners and stakeholders to collect data in support of project reporting.

    Maryland Today | Federal Aid Available for UMD Students Facing Pandemic-related Financial Hardships

    As of Monday, 5,069 Terps had been awarded $5,069,000 using information from the 2019-20 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), and another $5 million has been earmarked for students to access through the new UMD CARES Act Emergency Student Financial Aid Grant Application.

    “The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted our students in so many ways, including financially,” said Patty Perillo, vice president for student affairs. “We are grateful for the vital support we’ve received from Congress to provide students with additional resources during this time.”
    To be eligible to apply for a grant, students must be:

    Currently or previously enrolled in a degree or eligible certificate program for the Spring 2020 semester on or after March 13.

    Adversely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic campus interruption and with an emergency need.
    A U.S. citizen or someone who meets the definition of an eligible non-citizen based on federal financial aid requirements.

    Qualified under federal financial aid eligibility requirements.
    Using the funds to cover expenses related to the disruption of campus operations due to the COVID-19 pandemic, including food, housing, rent, utilities, course materials, technology-related needs, and health or child care.

    Students who wish to apply must fill out the application and provide a statement about how the COVID-19 situation and the disruption of campus operations resulted in financial hardship.

    The Office of Student Financial Aid will review applications and release decisions via email within seven to 10 business days. Emergency grants will be paid through the student billing process and can be viewed using the student financial aid portal. Applicants are encouraged to sign up for a direct deposit to allow faster access.

    For more information, please visit this link.

    Job/Internship Search Strategies for BSOS majors during COVID-19

    Job/Internship Search Strategies for BSOS majors during COVID-19

    The link above provides tips to progress through the steps below.

    1. Clarify your skills that can be offered to employers
    2. Match your skills to fields and industries less impacted by COVID-19
    3. Develop a brand and translate it to an online profile and application materials
    4. Investigate openings and network

    If you're not sure where to start, schedule an appointment or email your career/internship related questions to ucc-bsos@umd.edu.

    Wednesday, May 20, 2020

    Class of 2020, we want to celebrate you!

    Join us at 1 p.m. on Friday, May 22 for the virtual UMD commencement, which will be streamed via commencement.umd.edu. The BSOS ceremony will be streamed immediately following, at approximately 1:45 p.m., also via commencement.umd.edu.

    The BSOS ceremony will feature remarks by Dean Gregory F. Ball; Rahila Olanrewaju, B.A. '20 (Economics), and Dr. Amanda Hoffman-Hall, Ph.D. '20 (Geographical Sciences).

    Tuesday, May 19, 2020

    BSOS May Grads - Congrats!

    We need to hear about your experiences and post-graduation plans!


    The link above directs you to the UMD First Destination/Experiences Survey.
    The survey takes less than 5 minutes to complete.


    We realize this is a bittersweet moment, with the campus vacated and graduation celebrations relegated to the online environment.  However, we are reaching out to all UMD graduating seniors to find out more about the out of classroom experiences you completed as a student, as well as your immediate post-graduation plans.  We look forward to hearing from you!

    Are you planning your next steps? Check out the University Career Center's tips for job searching during the COVID-19 pandemic.  

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    The UMD First Destination/Experiences Survey is coordinated by the University Career Center & The President’s Promise. If you have already completed the survey, THANK YOU! 

    Note: All information you provide is confidential and in compliance with FERPA regulations.  Survey results will be reported only in aggregate form.  Your name and contact information will not be used in any public reports generated from this data.

    Thursday, May 14, 2020

    Congressional Hispanic Caucus Virtual Briefing:The Socio-Economic Impact of COVID-19

    TUESDAY, MAY 19, 2020
    4:00 PM - 5:00 PM EDT

    As we work to navigate the new normal, the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI) invites you to join policy leaders and industry experts to discuss the effects of this historic pandemic on the Latino community.

    Key topics will include the particular challenges faced by Latino small businesses and the workforce, including essential workers and immigrants, and what can be done in both policy and practice to support them and forge a way forward to a recovering economy.

    Ensure your top priorities are addressed by submitting your questions during registration.

    ¡Juntos seguimos adelante!

    REGISTER

    #CHCICOVID19

    Wednesday, May 13, 2020

    Upcoming Virtual Career Fairs and Events

    Federal Resume Writing Virtual Workshop hosted by FAPAC
    Tuesday, May 19, 2020 | 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm | Virtual Event
    Participants will gain tips to make their resume standout and have the opportunity to ask presenters questions about their resumes.

    Baltimore Job Fair (Virtual)
    Wednesday, May 20, 2020 | 10:00 am - 6:00 pm | Virtual Event (open to the public)
    Meet with top employers hiring for Sales, Customer Service, Retail, Financial Services, Management, I.T., Government positions & more!

    UMD Virtual Career Fair
    Tuesday, June 9, 2020 | 11:00 am - 3:00 pm | Virtual Event
    Our virtual career fair offers the opportunity for current students and alumni to connect with diverse employers seeking to hire for full-time, internship and part-time opportunities across a variety of industries. The event will take place using the CareerEco virtual fair platform.

    Money Talk$: Planning vs. Investing



    BEGIN REGISTRATION: https://umd.libcal.com/event/6706549

    Check out Financial Literacy LibGuide: http://lib.guides.umd.edu/c.php?g=327406&p=6931184

    Monday, May 11, 2020

    Industries Hiring Terps

    Careers4Terps has now categorized some current opportunities into industry groups. Preview openings targeted at UMD students through their new industry specific job and internship board: https://careers.umd.edu/c4topportunities

    Friday, May 8, 2020

    Associate Advisor - Analyst

    Everything we do—and the way we do it—is focused on working together in a collaborative effort to achieve our goals, as we support our clients in reaching theirs. Successful candidates for this role and all roles at Brighton Jones will bring a “how can I help?” attitude and a willingness to do whatever it takes to help our clients and colleagues succeed. Our strategy is to find and reward great people who are passionate about this business; who want to contribute to and celebrate the success of others; and who want to be part of an organization that is a leader in the industry.

    Analysts are responsible for managing the day to day responsibilities, priorities and workload of their client service teams. This includes providing analytical, operational, and administrative support for the acquisition, implementation and ongoing retention of clients.

    YOUR ROLE:
    • Prepare various deliverables which directly support client retention and acquisition; prepare and process all documentation related to client onboarding, implementation and on-going maintenance
    • Timely execution of intra-day requests with strict timeframes such as trades, wire requests, and journals; initiates these requests and is responsible for reviewing and approving them; ensures completion within specified timeframes
    • Primary point of contact for custodians around all operational and tactical service matters
    • Gather, organize, and input client data into the CRM (Salesforce); manage data accuracy and integrity and keep records current

    SCHOLARSHIPS OF UP TO $2,000 AVAILABLE FOR 2020-2021!

    Applications are being accepted for the Maryland Parent & Family Association Student Scholarship Awards. The scholarships provide assistance to current undergraduate students in good standing who may be unable to continue their education at the University due to extenuating personal or family financial circumstances.

    Award criteria, instructions, and an online application can be found here.

    NEW APPLICATION DEADLINE IS 5:00 PM ON MONDAY, MAY 18th 2020.

    Contact the Office of Parent and Family Affairs at 301.314.8429 or terpfamily@umd.edu.

    Wednesday, May 6, 2020

    Spring 2020 Virtual Commencement - Share your photos!




    Class of 2020, we want to celebrate you! Share your favorite memories using #UMDgrad for a chance to be featured during #UMD’s virtual commencement. Tag BSOS with #bsosgrad20 so that we can showcase you during the college ceremony, too! 

    For more information, please visit the commencement website.

    Tuesday, May 5, 2020

    Bank of America Career Series

    Interested in working/interning in the banking sector? Check out this Bank of America Career Series:

    Intern at Top Corporations and Banks for Summer 2021

    SEO Career Virtual Information Session
    Thursday, May 7, 2020 • 5:15 pm - 6:15 pm | Virtual Event
    SEO Career can give you direct access to internships at top corporations and banks for Summer 2021! We are seeking current freshmen and sophomores to prep for this fall’s interview cycle.

    Register here – https://bit.ly/2VNHMpN

    Express Interest in SEO Career - http://bit.ly/SEOCareerInterest

    Join Sabrina Ramirez Slade, Assistant Director, SEO Career, for this exciting, interactive session where you’ll learn how SEO Career can give you direct access to internships at top corporations and banks for Summer 2021! We are seeking current freshmen and sophomores to prep for this fall’s interview cycle. SEO Career prepares Black, Hispanic and Native American students for prestigious, high-paying summer internships with Fortune 500 Companies in the finance, banking, and real estate industries. Our team of coaches gets you interview ready for the recruiting season and throughout your summer internship to land the return offer!

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

    Monday, May 4, 2020

    Research Analyst I - Job Opening

    Optimal Solutions Group, LLC (Optimal) is a leading non-partisan public policy research firm that conducts studies and provides technical assistance on health care, education, welfare, housing, community development, and related subjects. Our mission is to provide policy makers with rigorous and timely studies that enable our clients (including federal, state, and local government agencies, as well as private foundations) to improve public well-being.

    The Research Analyst I would assist senior researchers in a variety of research, data analysis, and administrative tasks. This position requires analysts that are able to work independently but also function effectively as a member of the project team and closely with junior and senior researchers.

    Position Responsibilities:
    • Collection and preparation of data from surveys and administrative information systems.
    • Performing basic analysis and coding of survey instruments.
    • Conducting literature searches and review to provide background information for related project topics.
    • Prepare for and summarize client communications and correspondence.
    • Contributing to written reports and proposals.
    • Tracking internal project functions, such as budgets, staffing, and progress of tasks.
    • Providing general administrative project support and management.
    Requirements and Qualifications:
    • B.A./B.S. in Economics, Public Policy, Public Health, Sociology, Statistics, or related discipline.
    • Solid communication and presentation skills
    • Administrative project management abilities
    • Quantitative and/or qualitative research experience
    • Effectively communicate problems and results, orally and in writing
    • Work independently and as a member of a team
    • General computer proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
    • Computer programming experience, especially in R or STATA, is a plus
    To Apply:

    If you meet the requirements and qualifications listed above, submit your application using the portal referenced here: https://optimalsolutionsgroup.com/careers/.

    PLEASE NOTE: Qualified candidates will be contacted directly---NO CALLS PLEASE.

    Business Intelligence (BI) Intern

    Optimal Solutions Group, LLC (Optimal) is a leading non-partisan public policy research firm that conducts studies and provides technical assistance on health care, education, welfare, housing, community development, and related subjects. Our mission is to provide policy makers with rigorous and timely studies that enable our clients (including federal, state, and local government agencies, as well as private foundations) to improve public well-being.

    The BI Intern position would require part-time during the school year and full-time during the summer. Compensation is commensurate with years of education, training, and pertinent experience.

    Position Responsibilities:

    Research Internship/Volunteer Positions (Remote) with Make Every Woman Count

    Position Description
    In 2010, the African Union (AU) launched the African Women’s Decade (AWD) 2010 – 2020. The objective of the AWD is to advance gender equality by accelerating the AU Member States’ implementation of global and regional commitments on women’s empowerment and gender equality.
    Since the launch of the decade, Make Every Woman Count (MEWC) has been producing a yearly report, which summarises the progress made by African countries regarding women's rights and gender equality on the continent during each year of the African Women's Decade 2010-2020
    MEWC aim to produce a final report in 2020 that will present an analysis of the progress/gaps made in terms of securing, realizing, and extending the rights for African women and girls during the 10 years of the AWD. It will also highlight trends, challenges, best practices and areas of contention, and make recommendations for the African Union Members States in the advancement of the women’s rights agenda going forward. 

    MEWC is looking for interns/volunteers to assist with the research, data collection, track and report on progress African countries are making in the area of women’s rights and gender equality.
    This is a largely desk related research, utilising credible sources including UN as well as national reports, policies, laws. This is a very rewarding experience to be involved in research, writing and analysis, monitoring women's rights in Africa during the African Women's Decade.