News Assistant – Economics/Foreign Affairs The Asahi Shimbun Job for May or Recent Grad (Excellent for ECON Grads)

The Asahi Shimbun is Japan’s leading national daily newspaper. Based in Tokyo, it has a circulation of five million, and more than 3 million subscribers to its digital news site. Its main office in North America is located in Washington D.C. There are bureaus in New York, and San Francisco.

Qualifications
Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree (master’s degree preferable). Background in global economy, international trade and macroeconomics is highly desirable. Interest in East Asia preferred.

Description
Duties include assisting our Washington-based correspondents with articles by conducting thorough background research, attending press briefings and hearings, gathering news and views, arranging interviews, and closely following developments in the Congress especially in terms of its fiscal and trade policies. This position will cover such important government agencies as the U.S. Department of the Treasury, the Federal Reserve System, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative, and the Department of Commerce Some administrative support, such as transcribing interviews and other assignments, is also required.

This is a research position with no article-writing or byline opportunities. Compensation includes overtime pay, excellent medical/dental benefits, commuting expenses, and 401(k). Position will be available immediately.

Application Procedure
Please email cover letter and resume along with 2 recommendation letters.

No clips or phone calls, please.

Contact Information: AsahiDC@asahiam.com
Hiring Manager
The Asahi Shimbun
National Press Building
Washington, D.C. 20045

Application instructions: Resume, cover letter, and 2 recommendation letters are required.

Virtual Resume Review

The Feller Center Career Planning staff will be reviewing resumes electronically throughout the month of July. Resume submissions will receive tips and wording suggestions on your skill based resume. Open for submission from July 1 - July 30, 2021.

Complete these three steps:

1. Gain tips with the Resume Basics self-guided module (takes about 15 minutes).
2. Use the information shared in the module to update your resume.
3. Submit your resume.

Questions? Contact the Feller Center Career Planning office at bsoscareers@umd.edu.

Explore a Career in Tech at UMD

Interested in a career in tech and trying to figure out where to start? Break Through Tech DC at UMD can help! They offer programs that assist students who identify as women and non-binary in launching their careers in tech through innovative courses, opportunities to work with tech companies, and networking events with like-minded students and working professionals.

Break Through Tech DC at UMD facilitates opportunities for students to kickstart their career in tech. Here are ways you can join us:

• Apply for Summer Guild – UMD students will learn how to code real-world, mission-driven applications. Guild will take place virtually August 2–6, 2021, and August 9–13, 2021. Applications are open now and close on July 2. There is no cost to participate and students receive a $150 stipend for participating. Learn more and apply.
• Take an Intro Computing Course – Take our new 3-credit course, CMSC 125: Introduction to Computing, and spend the semester exploring computing majors at UMD and tech careers while getting experience with computing concepts and hands-on coding.
• Are you already planning to take CMSC 131, INST 126, or another computing course? Add the 1-credit course, CMSC 100/INST 101: Bits and Bytes of Computer and Information Sciences, to your schedule and explore the different computing majors at UMD while learning more about the university.
• Join our Community – Connect with other women at UMD interested in computing careers. Through peer and alumni mentoring, career workshops, networking events, and more, grow your network on campus and with professionals working in tech. Learn more.
• Apply for a Sprinternship® – Grow your resume with this three-week, paid mini-internship experience in tech during Winter Break. Students tackle a business challenge with a host company, participate in a series of career development workshops, and strengthen their professional network. Applications open in September.

You can read more about the benefits of participating in Break Through Tech programs here. Want to stay in the loop to learn more about career and community-building opportunities? CONNECT WITH BREAK THROUGH TECH

Programs and Research Assistant Job for May or Recent Grad with China Center U.S. Chamber of Commerce

Work with the China team to develop and execute programs and events. Conduct research, help write daily reports on relevant news and policy developments and provide general administrative and logistical support.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct research on emerging issues for American business interests in China.
• Provide program and logistical coordination for meetings, events, and missions.
• Help manage revenues and expenses for events.
• Maintain database and marketing materials.
• Schedule meetings.
• Provide other operational and administrative support as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in international affairs or related field, particularly with an emphasis on China studies.
• 1-3 years’ experience in China or on issues related to China.
• Knowledge of current political and economic issues affecting U.S. businesses in China.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organization and detail oriented.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Experience in planning and managing events.
• Advanced MS Office and computer skills.
• Proficiency in Chinese strongly preferred.

We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Our talent acquisition and employment policies are inclusive. We respect both the spirit and letter of the laws of equal employment opportunity.

Apply on the U.S. Chamber job page.

Intel $5,000 Scholarship for African American ECON (and Other STEM) Majors Closes June 30!

Through the collaborative partnership with UNCF, Intel Corporation has established a scholarship program to help STEM students get on the fast track to a rewarding career. In addition to direct financial support, Intel-sponsored scholarships offer the benefits of exposure to potential job opportunities, networking with fellow scholars, insight to other Intel scholarships, research, training opportunities, and access to Intel mentors offering support on technical, non-technical, cultural, and dissertation-related needs.

Eligible applicants must:

• Be an African American who is a U.S. Citizen;
• Be full time college juniors, seniors or graduates (MS and/or Ph.D) attending any four-year accredited college or university in the fall of 2021;
• Maintain cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale;
• Major in following academic disciplines: Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Material Engineering or Science, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Neuroscience, Business, Economics and Marketing.

Also, for consideration, applicants must complete the online application and submit the following application materials by the application deadline (June 30, 2021).

1. One letter of recommendation from faculty member who is familiar with the applicant's academic abilities,
2. Essay; for details please go to essay section,
3. Most recent transcript and updated resume,

Internship Opportunities at the Bureau of Economic Analysis (Closing June 28)

 

Title: Social Science Student Trainee (Economist)

Salary: $49,157 to $86,085 per year

Learn More and Apply

Responsibilities

• Perform high-level analysis of statistical data for accuracy, quality, and consistency, typically working on cross-cutting initiatives across Divisions/Directorates with impact at the agency level.
• Meet tight deadlines and production schedules, in an academic or professional environment.
• Communicate economic and statistical information in writing and in person.

Qualifications

BASIC ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: You must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment in an accredited high school, technical or vocational school, two-year or four-year college or university, graduate or professional school (go to www.ope.ed.gov/accreditation/to verify accreditation status). Individuals who are enrolled must be taking at least a half-time academic, vocational, or technical course load leading to a degree, diploma, or certificate. Applicants must have at least a 3.0 GPA.

1.  Degree: economics, that included at least 21 semester hours in economics and 3 semester hours in statistics, accounting, or calculus.

OR

2.  Combination of education and experience: courses equivalent to a major in economics, as shown above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.

Getting Started in Undergraduate Research at UMD - Info Sessions!

MARYLAND CENTER FOR UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH

If you would like to learn more about research opportunities for students at UMD, we will be holding a series of virtual information sessions. The next session will be on:
Thursday, June 17 at 3:00pm

If you are interested in attending, please RSVP here to get the Zoom link: https://www.cognitoforms.com/UniversityOfMarylandCollegePark/ResearchAtUMDInformationSession (Links to an external site.)

If you have any questions you would like us to address before the info sessions, please email us at ugresearch@umd.edu. We look forward to seeing you there!

Graduate School Information Sessions for UMD Undergraduates

The Office of Graduate Diversity and Inclusion (#OGDI) is excited to host three virtual Graduate School Information Sessions free and open to all UMD undergraduate students facilitated by OGDI Director, Christopher Pérez.  
 
Please attend all three sessions or the one most convenient for you. Register by Monday, July 5th.  
Click on the session to register: 
Session 1 -- Tuesday, July 6 from 9:00-10:30am EST
Session 2 -- Wednesday, July 7 from 1:00-2:30pm EST
Session 3 -- Thursday, July 8 from 9:00-10:30am EST
 

 

Please see the OGDI YouTube Channel for quick reference tutorials and more.

Applied Micro-Economist/Econometrician - Postal Regulatory Commission

The Applied Micro-Economist/Econometrician position is located in the Office of Accountability and Compliance (OAC) of the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC). The PRC is an independent establishment of the executive branch created by Congress to provide strengthened oversight of the United States Postal Service. OAC is responsible for promoting Postal Service transparency and accountability by establishing and maintaining a modern system to regulate rates, ensuring Postal Service compliance with the Postal Accountability and Enhancement Act, making recommendations based on the analysis of Postal Service financial reports, and by preparing annual and periodic reports to Congress.

Candidates will have a background in data analysis and statistical programming (SAS, R, Stata, etc.). They will use analytical software to analyze service performance, economic, and financial data, and to provide recommendations to leadership.  The work performed involves empirical skills and the rigorous application of economics. The position will design, develop and apply econometric methods and techniques to model statistical processes, and economic and cost attribution concepts.  The ability to communicate complex concepts orally and in writing is essential.

To view more details about the position and apply, please visit https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/604062600 

Applications will be accepted until 7/7/2021, or whenever 150 applications have been received.

The Feller Center for Advising & Career Planning is hosting a Career Readiness Tools series this June. Register for next week's sessions today!

Careers4Terps: Monday, June 14, 2021 | 12-12:30 p.m. ET | Register here via Zoom with your UMD email address

The Feller Center Staff will host a session which will provide an overview of the University of Maryland’s primary online career management tool for students and alumni. Topics covered include how to filter through over 1,600 job and internship postings in C4T, establish a search alert that will deliver customized openings to your email, make an appointment with a career advisor, access online tools, and much more!

Vault Industry Guides: Wednesday, June 16, 2021 | 12-12:30 p.m. ET | Register here via Zoom with your UMD email address

The Feller Center staff will offer information on how to utilize Vault’s Career Intelligence resources to help you explore your career interests. Vault offers hundreds of career guides and articles that feature tips for breaking into a field, industry specific resume and networking advice, and more insider tips!

Questions? Email bsoscareers@umd.edu

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, Information Systems, Public Health, or other Statistics-related fields to apply for an internship with the Economics Staff in the Office of the Commissioner. Selected interns will assist members of the Economics Staff in setting up processes to improve workflow and 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 must have at least Junior Standing and have completed classes in econometrics and intermediate microeconomics, or similar classes on computational methods for data analysis by the time of the internship. Competitive candidates are detail-focused, have strong communication and writing skills, and be able to work independently. We encourage candidates to apply who have experience with Microsoft 365 including Access, Excel, Word, and SharePoint Online; analytical software such as STATA and R; and applications such as Python.

Application packages must include a cover letter and current resume. Include in your cover letter a statement of interest and acknowledgement that you are applying for an unpaid, 16 hour-per-week internship. Include in your resume a list of relevant courses and a declaration of citizenship.

To be considered for this internship, please send your application package to ECONInternship@fda.hhs.gov with the subject “Fall 2021 FDA Econ Internship” by midnight on July 9, 2021.

*Learn more about UMD's internship courses: ECON386 and BSOS386. Please note that both these courses are application based and require certain eligibility criteria to be met. 

"Girls Who Invest" Summer 2022 Applications Open

 

Girls Who Invest is excited to announce that the application for our 2022 summer programs is now open!

As part of our mission to increase the number of women leaders in the investment management industry, we welcome applications from sophomore students across all majors for this year’s Summer Intensive Program and Online Intensive Programs. We also welcome applications from first-year students for our Online Intensive Program.

Why Girls Who Invest?

We offer:

• Free education on fundamental finance and investing concepts.
• Opportunities for paid internships with leading investment firms.
• Mentorship from industry professionals with years of experience.
• A supportive community by your side as you start your career and beyond!

What programs are available?

Summer Intensive Program: Four weeks of free academic instruction from leading professors followed by a six-week paid internship with one of 110+ partner investment firms. (Open to college sophomores)

Online Intensive Program: A free, self-guided educational experience that offers the opportunity to learn from CFA Institute, Wall Street Prep, and Wharton Online. (Open to college first-years and sophomores).

Who is eligible?

All majors are welcome - no finance experience is necessary!

Applicants must be studying at a four-year U.S. college or university or have a guaranteed transfer to one.

When is the deadline to apply?

Early Action 1: Friday, July 30, 2021
Early Action 2: Wednesday, September 15, 2021
Regular Decision: Friday, October 29, 2021


Learn more about our programs and application by joining one of our upcoming information sessions.

No Internship? You Can Still Gain Professional Experience

WEBINAR

No Internship: What Should I Do This Summer?

DATE: Thursday, June 3, 2021

TIME: 1:00pm - 1:45pm

Professional development and learning can happen in a variety of ways beyond just an internship experience. 

Join us for a 45-minute discussion on practical ways for students to make the most of their summer months by gaining relevant experience (beyond an internship!), developing key skills that your coursework hasn't covered, networking with professionals in the career field(s) you are interested in pursuing and much more.'

Attendees must RSVP in Careers4Terps in order to access the webinar information. 

For additional information about this event:

Contact Trisha Hongcharti or Jose Lima Rosas, University Career Center & The President's Promise at trishah@umd.edu, jlimaros@umd.edu