Internship Opportunities with DHS/ Transportation Security Administration

These internships are located within the Economic Analysis Branch (EAB) in the Policy, Planning, and Engagement (PPE) office. This is an unpaid internship opportunity designed to provide the intern with valuable experience working in the public sector with experience federal staff. Overview of PPE is below:

Policy, Plans, and Engagement (PPE) is tasked with making the Nation's transportation system more secure and resilient. PPE supports TSA's mission by:

• Administering the formulation and delivery of transportation security policies
• Conducting and overseeing engagement and outreach with transportation industry partners
• Overseeing the issuance of regulations, economic evaluations, and rulemaking
• Developing national transportation security plans
• Economic Analysis Branch (EAB) - Conducts economic analysis on transportation security policies and provides quantitative research and analysis to inform risk-based decision making.

The duties of the internship position would include but are not limited to:

• Assisting regulatory economists,
• Researching transportation industry trends,
• Gathering industry and Government data,
• Conducting policy analyses,
• Benefit-cost models, etc.

Learning Objectives:

To perform meaningful and developmental work in the Economic Analysis Branch working alongside senior economists and other TSA professionals. All assigned work will be evaluated by a senior economist for clarity and accuracy

Positions are located at TSA Headquarters in Springfield, VA – Currently all internships are virtual.

H1B Presentation with Immigration Attorney, Mark Rhoads

Friday, October 29, 2021, 02:00 PM

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Virtual Event
RSVP: https://umd.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMucemrqz8jHdfTzDvI66ABpQnAL3eFCbtT

Confused about options for staying and working in the United States after graduation? Worried about the H1B quota? Is it true that OPT has been extended to 2 years? Any changes to CPT? We are pleased to sponsor a seminar presented by an experienced immigration attorney.

Topics will include:

• a detailed discussion of the H1B visa, which is the most popular work visa in the US,
• Optional Practical Training (OPT),
• and options for pursuing permanent residence through employment.

In addition, our speakers will provide practical strategies for talking to employers about work visa issues during interviews.

For additional information about this event:
Contact Susan Martin, University Career Center & The President's Promise at smarti18@umd.edu

Professional Development and Volunteer Opportunities for BSOS Students

Interested in helping people affected by the opioid epidemic? Want hands-on experience in public health intervention? Consider joining CORA (Combating Overdoses in Rural Areas), a UMD student nonprofit fighting the crisis through education, overdose response training (ORT), and advocacy. Service activities include drug take back days, informative presentations to local communities, donation drives, and more. Volunteers will also have the opportunity to become certified in ORT and NARCAN administration. Weekly general body meetings are on Tuesdays from 6 to 7 PM in HJP2242.


We are also holding a free overdose response training this Thursday, which we encourage you to attend. No prior experience is necessary and you will receive a certificate upon completion of our MD BHA-approved program.

Summer 2022 Research Opportunities in Social & Behavioral Sciences

Are you a freshman, sophomore or junior interested in PAID SUMMER 2022 research opportunities in behavioral/social sciences?

The Maryland Center for Undergraduate Research is hosting brief (30 minute) information sessions to introduce students to a wide range of opportunities for Summer 2022.

Learn about the hundreds of PAID summer placement opportunities offered by National Science Foundation REU’s, National Institutes of Standards and Technology SURF, and other programs. Register using the links below:

• Wednesday, Oct 27, 2021 12:30 PM
• Tuesday, Nov 2, 2021 11:00 AM
• Wednesday, Nov 3, 2021 03:00 PM

The following sessions will ALSO highlight programs seeking to increase participation by UNDERREPRESENTED students in grad study and research careers in the life or physical sciences, engineering, mathematics, or behavioral/social sciences. Register using the links below:

• Wednesday, Oct 27, 2021 01:30 PM
• Friday, Oct 29, 2021 12:00 PM
• Monday, Nov 1, 2021 03:00 PM
• Wednesday, Nov 3, 2021 02:00 PM
• Friday, Nov 5, 2021 11:30 AM

EACE’s 2022 Virtual Road Trips to the Real World!

GOT WINTER BREAK PLANS?

Participate in EACE’s 2022 Virtual Road Trips to the Real World! Road Trips offers college students the opportunity to attend a virtual employer site visit between January 4 - 19, 2022. During the virtual visits, you will get an in-depth look at the company’s operations and see firsthand the potential internships and jobs that are available. You will also network with employers and get a head start on your career planning!

This year's sites include:

• Google
• Vanguard
• WarnerMedia
• Center for Strategic and International Studies
• McCormick & Company

The Road Trips virtual visits cost $5.00 per site and are non-refundable. The registration deadline for each site is 24 hours before the virtual visit date. To find out more information register, please visit their website.

Management Leaders of Tomorrow Information Session, Wednesday, October 27, 2021 | 4-5pm

Register

Join the MLT Career Prep's recruiting team to learn about MLT, benefits, programing and how you can benefit from the Management Leadership for Tomorrow Career Prep Program. We are currently recruiting Black, Latinx, and Native American/Indigenous undergraduate sophomores for our MLT Career Prep program.

Review the MLT Career Prep CP 2024 Application, the MLT Career Prep One Pager and the MLT Recruiting Resources site, Recruiting Resources Page (ALL THINGS RECRUITING) for any additional information regarding the recruiting process including videos, and other collateral materials.

Are You an International Student Interviewing for a Job or Internship?

The University Career Center held a workshop: International Students & The Interview Process on October 21, 2021.

You can review the recording and slidedeck.

Want to Intern with the Maryland General Assembly and Earn a Stipend? Apply by Halloween!

Download the fillable application from https://fellercenter.umd.edu/gain-experience/internships/internships-credit. See the first bullet under "Helpful Links."

The application is a fill-in Word document and may be emailed back. It is due October 31, Halloween. It is being left up to the office and student to agree whether the internship will be “hands on” or virtual.

The matching process is from the middle of November through the middle of January. If a student notes a member in the preference section, Maryland General Assembly Human Resources will forward a copy of the application for consideration. If confirmed, they will email the student and the office a congratulatory email. This is referred as a pre-match. If not confirmed, the application will join the pool for offices to review. Applications circulate until Human Resources receives confirmation of a match. (Students who approach their home delegation after the match period are often offered internships belatedly.)

Maryland General Assembly internships are an excellent way to learn about state politics. Interns generally are given a high level of responsibility, and occasionally even have the opportunity to testify!

Information Session: AEA Summer Training Program

Are you interested in pursuing a PhD in Economics? The AEA Summer Program is an intensive, two-month residential program hosted by Howard University in collaboration with Women's Institute for Science, Equity and Race and the U.S. Federal Reserve Board.

Since 1974, the AEA Summer Training Program and Scholarship Program have increased diversity in the field of economics by preparing talented undergraduates for doctoral programs in economics and related disciplines. AEASP is a prestigious program that enables students to develop and solidify technical skills in preparation for the rigors of graduate studies. As many as 20% of PhDs awarded to minorities in economics over the past 20 years are graduates of the program.

All students receive 2 months of intensive training in microeconomics, math, econometrics and research methods with leading faculty. At 3 credits per class, students have the opportunity to earn 12 college credits.

Come to this information session to learn more about the AEA Summer Program.

When: Wednesday October 27th 3:00-4:00pm

Where: This session is being held virtually. Join at https://umd.zoom.us/j/96070090612

Live Entrepreneurship with the Hinman CEOs!

Experience Entrepreneurship with the Hinman CEOs Program

Applications for the Fall 2022 class are due November 19, 2021 via hinmanceos.umd.edu/apply

The Hinman CEOs Program enables undergraduates to develop innovative startup ideas into real companies through an immersive one-year academic and residential experience.

100+ Startups Launched - $1B+ Investments Raised - $10B+ Total Valuations

Our dynamic environment is conducive to helping you everyday by surrounding you with people who will mentor, inspire, and challenge you to achieve your entrepreneurial goals. You complete one course per semester during your time in the program, typically ENES 460 Fundamentals of Technology Startup Ventures in fall 2022 and ENES462 Marketing High-Technology Products and Innovations in spring 2023. You benefit from Hinman CEOs co-working spaces and coaching from Hinman CEOs faculty, staff, and alumni, and compete for exclusive Hinman CEOs seed funding for your startup.

"The Hinman CEOs Program is a great facilitator of ideas. It fosters a professional way of thinking about business, and exposes you to things you wouldn’t otherwise see."
Anthony Casalena, Founder and CEO of Squarespace, Hinman CEOs ‘05

Apply Now to Join in Fall 2022

Applications are open until November 19, 2021, for entrepreneurially-minded undergraduate students from all academic disciplines. If you are graduating spring 2023 or later, we invite your application. Residence within Hinman CEOs South Campus Commons Two housing is recommended, but not required.

To learn more, visit http://hinmanceos.umd.edu/apply or email mtecheduation@umd.edu.

The October ECON Employer Pop-Up Shop is Tomorrow!

Date: October 20, 2021

Time: 3:30-5:00 pm

Register 

Meet with some of the hottest employers for ECON majors! Learn about new industries! The ECON Employer Pop-Up Shops can lead directly to job or internships as well and provide you with more information about different career paths.

Don't miss this opportunity and register today!

Halloween is almost here and something WICKED this way comes!

The School of Public Policy is hosting the Fifth Annual Wicked Public Problems Event! Join us for an interactive conversation about some of our most complex policy problems. Wicked topics include:

• Doom and gloom: Is climate change irreversible?
• Trick or treat: Solutions to U.S. child poverty
• The power of the dark side: Artificial intelligence & racial discrimination
• That's spooky! The mounting U.S. debt
• Still haunted by the past: U.S. segregation today

Tuesday, October 26th from 6:00 - 7:30
Virtual event- Register here

McNair Graduate School Preparation Program - Info Sessions

Are you thinking about pursuing a Master's or Ph.D.? The McNair Scholars program can help you get there!

The Academic Achievement Programs' Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program is a graduate school preparation program designed to prepare and guide high academic achievers who are 1st generation students or students from traditionally underserved groups to matriculate into graduate programs & to earn doctoral or terminal degrees.

Benefits of Being a McNair Scholar:

• Paid Summer Research Experience with Faculty
• GRE & Graduate School Application Fee Waivers
• Graduate School Application Preparation Assistance

Winter 2022 Course Offering: International Supply Chain Plus

 The Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP), managed by NASBITE International, is a nationally recognized certification sought by employers around the country. It confirms applied knowledge in international trade and export management and shows potential employers that the holder brings the level of global expertise and professionalism that is required in today’s competitive environment.

The center offers an intensive CGBP course that reinforces students’ knowledge in four domains of international business: global marketing, trade finance, supply chain management, and global business management. Through a mix of instruction, interactive learning activities, business cases, and site visits, students learn how to conduct international business in a practical way. The course content prepares students to take the exam required to obtain the CGBP credential.

New Course: BMGT 477G

CGBP & International Supply Chain Plus

Term: Winter 2022
Instructor Geoffrey Milsom
Meeting days/times: TWRF 10 a.m. to 1:10 p.m.

Meeting Location: Online
Restrictions: None

We will also be holding a short info session next Thursday, Oct. 21 at noon for students with any questions.

Info Session: Thursday, October 21

Time: 12 p.m. 

Where: Via Zoom

Registration Link: go.umd.edu/477ginfosession

Job Opportunity at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau – Director’s Financial Analyst

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is recruiting this fall for the Director’s Financial Analyst (DFA) position, and we want to encourage graduating seniors to apply. 

ABOUT THE PROGRAM 
This unique, two-year rotational fellowship sits at the intersection of the federal government and the financial services industry. Director’s Financial Analysts are given the opportunity to hone analytical and problem-solving skills while helping to make consumer financial markets work for Americans.

All analysts will complete developmental rotations in offices throughout the CFPB. These rotations are designed to provide exposure to the analysis, strategy, research, education, policy development, supervision, enforcement, and rulemaking activities throughout the Bureau. In a short period of time, analysts will play an integral role in everything the Bureau does, from rigorous data-driven policy creation and market monitoring to supervision of market participants.

ELIGIBILITY AND HOW TO APPLY
The DFA program is recruiting for full-time positions that begin in June 2022.
Recent graduates who will have received an undergraduate degree on or after April 2019 and before June 2022 are eligible to apply. Those interested should apply at https://www.consumerfinance.gov/careers during our live application window on USAJobs.
The application will be open from December 6th through January 3rd.
To be notified when the application becomes available, students and alumni can send an email expressing interest to CFPB_DFA_Program@cfpb.gov.

FOR MORE INFORMATION
Please encourage interested students and alumni to email CFPB_DFA_Program@cfpb.gov. Additionally, they can also reach out to me directly with questions about the position or application process at eleanor.oreilly@cfpb.gov.
The Bureau will be hosting hour-long information sessions about the DFA Program and the application process, including a question-and-answer period, conducted over WebEx. These sessions will take place on the following dates:
Session 1:  Tuesday, October 26, 2021 (6PM Eastern)
https://cfpbgov.webex.com/cfpbgov/onstage/g.php?MTID=e6de8e608d40f9023862d4ee088482d6b
Session 2:  Thursday, November 18, 2021 (5PM Eastern)
https://cfpbgov.webex.com/cfpbgov/onstage/g.php?MTID=ed5c11525b297e88cd7b715fed8f5f6f3
Session 3:  Friday, December 10, 2021 (3PM Eastern)
https://cfpbgov.webex.com/cfpbgov/onstage/g.php?MTID=e45ac6691261efd0443ad2921331f6063

Spring 2022 FDA Economics Internship

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 at least 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 of all interns.

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 can 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 “Spring 2022 FDA Econ Internship” by midnight on November 19, 2021.

Research Opportunities for Graduating Seniors

This is the beginning of this fall’s pre-doc hiring cycle at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business! Pre-docs (sometimes called Research Professionals or full-time RAs) are two-year appointments working directly for faculty on their research in the quantitative social sciences (QSS). Students who are interested in graduate study in QSS fields but do not yet feel ready for a PhD program, or who are uncertain whether they want to pursue a PhD, find these positions to be especially useful. 

Through their work for faculty, pre-docs expand their research toolkit, learn more about the research process, and pick up important credentialing through faculty letters of reference. These are competitively paid positions with full benefits.

Students can sign up to hear about new job opportunities when they are ready to apply (e.g., a freshman could sign up to hear about new postings in three years). The PREDOC Consortium also provides a wealth of programming and information sessions, as well as guides to the pre-doc application process. PREDOC’s offerings are growing rapidly, so students should check back frequently.

Learn more!

U.S. Department of State Student Internship Program (Unpaid) Now Accepting Applications

The U.S. Department of State is currently accepting applications for the U.S. Department of State Summer 2022 Student Internship Program (Unpaid).

Please visit the Intern section of their careers website for more information, to learn about the selection process, and which office may be right for you.

Visit USAJOBS to view the announcement and apply. Please note that the deadline to submit completed applications is October 18, 2021.

It is advised that you submit your application as early as possible to ensure you have uploaded all documents properly.

U.S. citizenship is required. If you have any questions or would like to search for topics of interest, please visit these forums or FAQs at careers.state.gov.

New Maryland Chapter - NASBA Student Center for Public Trust - Student Leadership Opportunity Focused on Ethical Leadership

The Center for the Study of Business Ethics, Regulation, and Crime (CBERC) is sponsoring a Chapter of NASBA Student Center for Public Trust (StudentCPT) at Maryland. The StudentCPT is a national network of college students who are committed to learning about and demonstrating ethical leadership on campus and in their communities. With chapters on college campuses across the country, StudentCPT provides an interactive environment where ethical business behaviors and ideas can flourish, while creating opportunities for students to network with the business community and develop professional leadership skills. The UMD StudentCPT is an interdisciplinary organization open to students of any major, comprised of the highest caliber students at UMD interested in questions of ethical leadership, corporate citizenship, as well as the development and implementation of best practices. Become a member now!

International Student Union Meet & Greet Friday, October 15, 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Management and Program Analysis, Openings

The primary purpose of this position is to plan, oversee, manage, or conduct comprehensive manpower and organizational analysis of a wide diversity of organizations, functions, and work processes and provide innovative, expert management consultant capabilities to continually improve mission effectiveness, resource efficiency, and resource savings.

May be used to fill target grades (GS-05 to GS-15).There may be promotion potential up to the GS-15 or equivalent. May be filled at any grade level.

Department: Department of the Air Force
Agency: Department of the Air Force - Agency Wide
Number of Job Opportunities & Location(s): Many vacancies - Multiple Locations
Salary: $30,113.00 to $142,180.00 / PA
Open Period: Friday, October 1, 2021
Position Information: Multiple Appointment Types - Full-time
Who May Apply: Recent graduates/Seniors

Explore careers in International Affairs

go.umd.edu/careersin

Careers in International Relations Panel
Wednesday, October 13, 2021
5:00 - 6:00 pm
Virtual Event, RSVP to attend via Careers4Terps to obtain the Zoom login

International Relations is a broad field that entails jobs focused on how nations and cultures interact and the effect that interaction has on economics, political science, health, education, and society as a whole. Our panelist will share their career paths, past educational experiences that helped them succeed, and provide tips for entering the field.

This event is open to all majors, but the discussion will be especially helpful for students in the social sciences. Students will have the option to submit questions through the chat feature during the session. Students usually ask questions about their background, classes that were helpful, application tips, etc.

Federal Reserve: Exploring Careers in Economics -- October 19 at 1pm

www.federalreserve.gov

Below are several ways in which students can be involved with outreach efforts at the Federal Reserve Board this semester.

The Economics Department is on Instagram!

Smith Minor Information Sessions October and November

 

go.umd.edu/smithminors

START Spring 2022 Remote Internship Program Now Accepting Applications!

The National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Response to Terrorism (START), based here at the University of Maryland, is now accepting applications for its Spring 2022 Internship Program!

The priority application deadline, for best consideration, is on Monday, November 1st at 11:59pm ET, and the final application deadline is on Sunday, November 14th at 11:59pm ET. We were hoping you might be able to share the information below with any students and other contacts who you think may be interested in these opportunities! START is currently offering its program remotely and plans to continue doing so in the spring. Accepted interns may have the option to work in person pending further public health developments, but all will retain the ability to continue working remotely if desired. You can find the most up-to-date information that UMD offers on COVID-19 and campus operations at this link: https://umd.edu/4Maryland.

BSOS Career Chat: FBI

Tuesday, October 5 • 4:30 - 5:30pm | | Virtual Event, RSVP to attend via Careers4Terps

The Joel & Kim Feller Center for BSOS Academic Advising & Career Planning is pleased to host the BSOS Alumni Career Chat series. The Chats connect industry specific alumni/employers with BSOS majors over Zoom.

Panelists in this session are all University of Maryland alumni or current students.

Special Agent Alexis Capinteri - FBI Employment Recruiter

Alex Blass - FBI Headquarters Resource Planning Office Recruiter

Two former FBI Interns who are UMD alumni

This session will start with an introduction to all of the panelists, then students will have the option to talk with professionals in breakout rooms. Students usually ask questions about their background, classes that were helpful, application tips, etc. Check out these sample questions and bring some to the chat! Read more about the BSOS Chat series.

Questions? Please contact Gabe Pickett at gpickett@umd.edu

New CBE Webinar Series

NABE and the CBE Steering Committee are pleased to announce a new webinar series highlighting the many career prospects a degree in economics provides today’s graduates. Join us as we meet with leading economists in entertainment, finance, manufacturing, government, healthcare, energy, housing, consulting, and human resources representatives from the top firms.

We will begin our series on Thursday, October 13 at 3:00 PM Eastern with "Economics Careers in Entertainment," where participants will hear about careers at Disney, Netflix, and Spotify. Find out the types of challenges/problems economists solve at these companies, what it’s like to work there, and the career paths of our speakers.

Internship Opportunity with T. Howard Foundation

T. Howard is a non-profit organization based in Silver Spring, MD whose mission is to promote diversity in the Media and Entertainment industry by increasing the number of diverse and underrepresented groups and underserved communities within the industry. One of the ways they accomplish their goal is through their Internship Program where they place students in internships hosted by their partner companies (HBO, ESPN, Discovery Inc, and many others). Their relationship and support with the students continue after the completion of their internship in their Career and Alumni services where the students have access to job boards to their partner companies. They have had many students that pursued executive positions and it all started with an application to the T. Howard Foundation.

Careers4terps event posting: https://umd-csm.symplicity.com/students/index.php?s=event&ss=is&mode=form&id=79a61cf674efaf5628d2ce5259870bc1

Share your Internship Experience & WIN BIG!

This annual UMD survey will collect information about internships and other types of experiential learning opportunities engaged in during the past year (Summer 2020 - Summer 2021).

Complete the Survey

Survey Respondents will be entered into a random drawing for one of 13 items, including Maryland flag banner (4), sports cooling towel (4), multi-colored gel pens (2), Bluetooth speaker (2) and a hammock (1).

Questions? Contact the University Career Center at 301-314-7225.

OMSE Offers Free Tutoring!

For more detailed information about OSME's tutoring services, individuals may also visit https://omse.umd.edu/tutoring/.

Apply for a Leadership Studies Minor!

Interested in developing your leadership skillset within campus, local, national, and global contexts? Then the Leadership Studies program is for you!

The Leadership Studies program is a transdisciplinary academic program offering both minor and certificate options, as well as a variety of elective courses on leadership theory and practice open to any undergraduate student at UMD. The minor requires 15 credits total, with at least 9 credits at the 300 level or above. The certificate requires 21 credits total, with at least 12 credits at the 300 level or above.

A variety of elective courses on leadership theory and practice are open to any undergraduate student at the University of Maryland. Leadership courses are available under academic departments such as Business and Management (BMGT), Communication (COMM), Higher Education, Student Affairs, & International Education Policy (HESI), and Public Policy (PLCY). To learn more about the core and elective courses offered in this program, click here.

Workforce Recruitment Program for Students with Disabilities - Info Session Monday, 10/4

Mon, 10/4
4-5 p.m.
Online 

Register for Workforce Recruiting Program Info Session

Are you a student with a disability or a neurodiversity interested in an internship or employment with the federal government? Register for this information session from the University Career Center.