News, Updates & Opportunities for ECON Undergraduates
Date: November 6, 2020
Time: 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
This event will bring together thousands of top finance students from around the Americas region for an afternoon of thought-provoking conversations and insights about trends and careers in investment management.
Hosted by CFA Institute
At the CFA Institute Student Career Day, students will have the opportunity to interact and network with industry firms and service providers within our virtual event environment. Exhibitors can showcase their firm and share career opportunities with high caliber students.
Learn more and register.
Fee: $10
Date: Tuesday, October 27, 2020
Time: 12:00pm - 12:30pm
The International Monetary Fund is looking for talented candidates for our Research Assistant Program (RAP).
RAP participants will:
RAP is intended for students who have recently completed their undergraduate studies and bachelor’s degrees in areas such as economics, computer science, statistics, math, business administration and other related fields with superior academic records (at least a 3.5 GPA cumulative) are encouraged to apply.
A typical day is never 'typical', as no two days are the same in this role. The assets that we deal with are always being bought, sold, renovated, or require some other form of financial assistance. My days are filled with studying Borrower's financial statements, performing market analyses, learning and understanding how certain properties operate within their specific submarkets, then compiling all of that information into detailed written analyses. In between projects I like to spend a few moments to catch up with the team. EagleBank has done a great job building a team of strong Portfolio Managers with great senses of humor and personalities, making the camaraderie a definite plus to the day.
My responsibilities include assisting the Bank in managing the Commercial Real Estate side of its $8B+ Loan Portfolio and underwriting new commercial real estate loans, along with modifications and extensions to existing loans. I enjoy the breadth and depth of the work I do. Every week I get to dive in and become an 'expert' on a new property, in a new location, composed of a completely different financial structure. I have underwritten over $500M in loans for Hotels, Multi-Family apartment buildings, Class A, B and C office space, Retail, Industrial and Mixed-Use properties. The beauty of my current position is the exposure to a wide range of real estate allowing you to learn and understand how to structure different financial instruments to accommodate an individual Borrower's and property's needs.
The Smith Business Minor program will be hosting virtual tabling sessions for students who would like to explore the possibility of adding one of three Business minors to their academic portfolio. The format will be similar to open office hours.
Students interested are invited to come speak with the Smith Minor Admin Team and Student Ambassadors anytime from November 2nd-5th (times listed on flyer) to learn more and ask questions about the Smith Minor programs .
Students interested should join us here: http://go.umd.edu/
Download the application form at https://go.umd.edu/5nX
Applicants must have already received Federal Work-Study award.
Walker and Dunlop, a Commercial Real Estate Finance company, are looking to hire underwriting analysts for 2021. This is an entry level position in the Underwriting department. The primary role of this individual will be as a junior member of the Underwriting Team which consists of an Underwriter and Analyst. Complete your applications by October 13. Virtual interviews will be conducted on Oct 23, 2020.
What you will be doing:
Ready to bring your whole self to work every day? At Walker & Dunlop, we didn’t get to where we are by hiring ordinary individuals. We got here by hiring the exceptional! WD is looking for individuals who are caring, collaborative, driven, insightful, and tenacious to join our team!
If you are looking for an entry level position in Underwriting, the below opportunity may be for you.
One of the most influential trusted and prestigious financial institution in the world. The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, serving five states, is one of the 12 regional reserve banks in the United States. The twelve banks along with the Board of Governors in Washington, D.C., make up the nation’s central bank.
The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago Summer Intern Program is a paid internship that is open to undergraduate, graduate and PHD students. It begins in June and continues for 12 consecutive weeks. Interns work 40 hours per week and are assigned to one department.
*Students who are currently taking a gap year or gap semester due to the COVID-19 pandemic remain eligible for this program.
Taking applications starting October 2020
Interviews starting Mid October 2020
June 7, 2021 or June 14, 2021 – Start dates
The Economic Research Department conducts statistical and economic analyses of current macroeconomic, microeconomic, financial and regional data, and provides research support to the economists.
**To be considered, all applications must include a Cover Letter, Resume, and Unofficial Transcripts**
Date: October 9, 2020
Time: 10:00 AM
We are pleased to announce that the U.S. Department of Treasury’s Office of International Affairs (IA) is now accepting applications for our Junior Fellows Program. This is a two-year program for new college graduates to work shaping international economic policy for the United States.
We are currently accepting applications through October 30, 2020. Applications will be evaluated in December 2020 for fellows to start in summer 2021 (or at a mutually agreed alternative time).
Strong candidates will have recently received – or will soon receive – a bachelor’s degree with relevant coursework in economics, public policy, finance, or international relations. However, a major or concentration in these fields is not necessary for consideration. IA is committed to attracting and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We recognize that different perspectives and experiences among our employees are workforce strengths, and holistically evaluate each candidate’s basis of public policy motivation, academic achievement, ability to bring perspectives that could benefit our work, and professional recommendations. As such, we especially encourage submissions from groups traditionally less represented in economics.
