Apply today for BSOS Spring 2023 Undergraduate Experience Funds!

 Apply today for BSOS Spring 2023 Undergraduate Experience Funds!

These funds assist undergraduate BSOS majors engaged in experiential learning outside the classroom, such as unpaid internships, research, service-learning, and professional or academic virtual conferences. The funds are intended to help offset expenses related to such activities including, but not limited to;

• travel/transportation expenses
• professional attire
• opportunity costs, (i.e. the need to give up a part-time paid job in order to take an unpaid internship.)
• software/technology, material needs, not provided by employer/University, but essential to the experience. 
• conference fees

If you are an ECON student with financial need that is preventing you from taking advantage of an unpaid opportunity, we encourage you to apply for BSOS Undergraduate Experience Funds. There are four funds that are specifically intended for ECON majors!

The best consideration date for Spring 2023 applications is Monday, January 16th by 11:59 PM.  After that date, applications will be considered on a rolling basis until funds have been exhausted.

Click here to apply. 

Before submitting your application, make sure to review the eligibility criteria.

Questions regarding the experience funds or the application process can be e-mailed to bsos-scholarships@umd.edu.

MIT Predoctoral Program Openings for Recent Graduates

MIT Sloan Predoc Program is seeking to fill multiple in-person, full-time Pre-Doctoral Technical Associate positions at the Sloan School of Management for a number of professors.

Ideal candidates will have a strong quantitative background, have strong programming
skills and experience (especially in Python, R, or SQL), are able to work independently to solve problems, and have an educational background relevant to the respective position.

See the various positions below:

https://apply.interfolio.com/116075

Sponsoring Researcher: Tong Liu, Lira Mota, Kerry Siani, Christopher Palmer

Fields of research: Corporate finance, capital markets, macro-finance, entrepreneurial finance, household finance, and micro-econometrics.

 

https://apply.interfolio.com/99120

Sponsoring Researchers: Larry Schmidt, Taha Choukhmane

Fields of research: Asset pricing, household and consumer finance, behavioral economics, macroeconomics, and micro-econometrics

 

https://apply.interfolio.com/118446

Sponsoring Researcher: Anna Stansbury

Fields of Research: Labor economics

 

https://apply.interfolio.com/117874

Sponsoring researcher: Vicky Chuqiao Yang

Fields of research: Computational social science, mathematical modeling

 

https://apply.interfolio.com/117876

Sponsoring researcher: Dr. Matthew Phillips, Andrew Sutherland, Chloe Xie

Fields of research: Accounting; Information Economics

 

https://apply.interfolio.com/99292

Sponsoring Researchers: Mert Demirer, Benjamin Vatter

Fields of research: All economics fields 

 

https://apply.interfolio.com/115701

Sponsoring Researcher: Antoinette Schoar

Fields of Research: FinTech, Cryptocurrency and Blockchain, Consumer Finance, and Financial Intermediation

Just In Time Meetup Recruiting Event

Friday, December 9th, 2022

12 - 2pm | Atrium, STAMP Student Union

RSVP & Read More

The University Career Center & The President's Promise is hosting a Just In Time Meetup. This is an in-person hiring event for Winter graduates and other students looking to connect with companies with current openings for their full-time roles, part-time roles, and/or internships.

Below are employers that may be of interest to BSOS majors:

• ball2life | Soccer Coach, Basketball Coach

• Community Connections | Rehabilitation Specialist

• Connection | Inside Account Manager, Sales Support Associate

• Cornerstone Montgomery | Residential Rehabilitation Counselor; Community Vocational Counselor

• ESF Camps | Teachers, Counselors, Coaches, Lifeguards, Swim Instructors

• JPMorgan Chase & Co. | 2023 Summer Analyst; 2023 Full-Time Analyst

• Masa Israel Journey | Entry-level jobs & internships in Israel

• Teach for America | 2023 Corps Members (Seniors); 2024 Corps Members (Juniors); Ignite Fellow (All Class Years)

• SEEC | Job Coach; Community Engagement Coach; Community Connector

• United States Secret Service | Special Agent (Criminal Investigator)

• University of Maryland Police Dept. | Student Police Aides; Student Security Monitors; Univerisity Police Officers

• Walter Reed Army Institue of Research (WRAIR) | Volunteer Opportunities

Review the full list of employers!

Preparation Assistance from the Feller Center:

• Steps for preparing for the Fair

• Schedule a Career Advising appointment

Questions regarding this event can be directed to Gabe Pickett, Career Outreach Specialist, at gpickett@umd.edu. We look forward to seeing you there!

MS in Applied Economics, UMD - Information Session

 

LinkedIn Event:
https://www.linkedin.com/events/7001022324338532352/

Zoom Meeting Registration:
https://umd.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwldeqprjIrGtLe8hWEcLI2IUmAgcOMbMcw

MS Pgm website homepage:
https://masters.econ.umd.edu/

EDSP311 - Peer Mentor Training and Certification (for TerpsEXCEED Program)

SERVICE/LEARNING OPPORTUNITY (with Gen Ed Credit)

EDSP311, Spring 2023, TuTh 9:30-10:45 AM

Are you interested in becoming a mentor in a special program for students with intellectual disabilities? TerpEXCEED is an inclusive campus program hosted by the University of Maryland.

You can become a certified peer mentor while participating in TerpsEXCEED activities by signing up for EDSP311 Peer Mentor Training and Certification. You will be supporting members of our campus community who have intellectual disabilities while earning DSSP and DVUP General Education credit for this service learning course. All majors are welcome.

Questions: Meredith Gramlich (mgramlic@umd.edu)

Paid Spring 2023 Research and Communications Internships with Korea Economic Institute of America

Position description

KEI is currently seeking graduate students and exceptional undergraduate students with a clear interest in the U.S.-Korea bilateral issues for its Spring 2023 intern class. This is a great opportunity for students to develop a deeper understanding and gain practical experience in the major policies concerning the economic, political, and security aspects of U.S.-Korea relations. Interns also participate in various activities and events held at KEI, including policy research and writing, data collection and analysis, and event planning.

KEI is looking to hire 2 Research interns and 1 Communications intern in Spring 2023. Please indicate which position you're applying for.

The part-time internship will run for a minimum of 4 months. While KEI tries to accommodate interns’ academic commitments, interns are required to work 28 hours per week. Interns will be working a hybrid schedule from KEI’s Washington, DC office. This position pays $16.10 per hour.

RESEARCH INTERNSHIP: Main duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Under the supervision of staff members, conduct qualitative and quantitative research on political, economic, and security issues related to the Korean peninsula and U.S.-Korea relations

• Draft a bi-monthly newsletter covering the important domestic and international trends in South Korea

• Contribute to KEI’s The Peninsula blog; there will also be opportunities for interns to co-author with KEI staff on external platforms

• Track daily news relevant to the Korean peninsula

• Attend and draft reports on conferences and seminars

• Provide administrative and event support

COMMUNICATIONS INTERNSHIP: Main duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assist with various multimedia projects, including the identification of appropriate images and video clips

• Help draft collateral for KEI's public-facing social media platforms, including graphic and video materials

• Participate in discussions to shape the direction of the organization's public-facing multimedia products

• Assist with collecting data for inclusion in KEI's measurements of its performance in traditional media and social media

• Contribute to drafting segments of KEI's newsletter

CJARS is Hiring a Pre-Doc

The Criminal Justice Administrative Records System (CJARS) supports policy-relevant criminal justice research by providing high-quality educational and training experience to our growing team. We are seeking applications for a full-time Pre-doctoral Research Assistant to join our diverse community of researchers.

This position is posted as a term-limited regular staff position at the University of Michigan but is planned, within the framework of our team of rotating scientific experts-in-development, to serve as a Pre-Doctoral Research Assistant with particular focus on data science and statistics, with applications to economics and criminal justice research.  Within this framework, the successful candidate will help us build the next-generation criminal justice data infrastructure that will support evidence-based criminal justice policy-making and administration. The CJARS project is administered through a partnership between the Population Studies Center in the Institute for Social Research at the University of Michigan and the U.S. Census Bureau.

Joining the CJARS team will help you build skills in data management, data analysis, coding, research, and knowledge of the criminal justice system which will prepare you for continued graduate education or a career in research.

The ideal candidate will join CJARS in the summer of 2023.

For more information and to apply go here.

Secretariat Economists Recruiting Senior Econ Students

Secretariat Economists (SE), a leading economic consulting firm, has open Associate positions for both immediate and Summer 2023 starts in its Washington, DC and San Francisco, CA offices. The Associate position is a two year position with opportunities for advancement to Senior Associate after the two year position.

SE Associates have the opportunity to work directly with Ph.D. economists from top universities on a variety of high-profile cases concerning antitrust litigation, mergers and acquisitions, government regulation of the private sector, general commercial litigation and employment work. Recent firm projects include examining the antitrust implications of the vertical integration of health insurers and healthcare providers, determining potential competitive effects of mergers between utility companies, evaluating class certification issues in consumer goods litigation, assessing damages in contract disputes, designing an incentive structure to promote use of renewable energy sources, designing a bidding strategy for participation in an electromagnetic spectrum auction, and assessing the importance of copyright industries (music, motion pictures, publishing, software, etc.) to the U.S. economy. Associates gain broad industry exposure and marketable skills in case management, data analysis, and research through responsibilities such as those detailed below:

Case Management

• Act as a lead Associate on one to five cases at a time

• Manage teams of Associates

• Organize case research and data analysis

• Work closely with economists on a regular basis

Data Analysis

• Work with complex databases and raw client data in Stata, R, SAS, and other programs

• Utilize tools such as Microsoft Excel and ArcGIS for graphical and statistical analysis

• Analyze industry participants and characteristics affecting market competition

• Calculate cost and damages estimates

Research

• Consult with clients and private sources to obtain necessary data

• Investigate industries and companies using online and government resources

• Review litigation and case documents

Prospective candidates must possess a strong academic record, excellent analytical and quantitative skills, the ability to work effectively in teams, and experience with data analysis and/or case management work in a professional setting. Experience with Microsoft Excel and one or more data analysis programs (such as Stata, SAS, R, or Python) is required. SE Associates typically go on to pursue graduate degrees in economics, law, and business at leading universities or continue careers in business analytics and consulting.

In order to apply, please specify your preferred start date and office location in your cover letter and submit your resume, cover letter and transcript through SE’s Career Page here. Any question should be directed to:

Mr. Richard Tyler Simmons

Recruiting Coordinator

Secretariat Economists

Washington, DC 20037

rsimmons@secretariat-intl.com

Open Research Assistant Role at CFPB

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's (CFPB) Office of Research (OR) is currently hiring Research Assistants. The OR Research Assistant Program is a fellowship program that was developed for graduating undergraduates (May/June 2023 graduates may apply) and recent graduates (including December 2022 graduates) who are interested in spending two to four years in the Office of Research working alongside Ph.D. researchers (which include economists, research psychologists, and behavioral science researchers) on substantial and rigorous data-oriented policy projects. 

The position is located in Washington, DC with telework eligibility. Ideally, the candidates’ time with our office would prepare them for future graduate programs such as Ph.D. programs in economics and finance, Master of Public Policy, and other graduate fields. Successful candidates will have:

• A proven track record of academic excellence in one or more of the following areas: economics, mathematics, statistics, computer science, or decision making and cognitive research
• Experience in R, SAS, or Stata programming is also key
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are a must, as is the demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced multidisciplinary environment. 

For more information and to apply, please see the job posting here.

The CFPB will also be hosting three information sessions about the Research Fellowship Program at CFPB. The links with dates and times are:

• November 10, 2022, 3:00 p.m. EST:
• https://cfpbgov.webex.com/cfpbgov/j.php?MTID=m329cdf8dc3a503ac90b49ce6d531482f 
• November 16, 2022, 11:00 a.m. EST: 
• https://cfpbgov.webex.com/cfpbgov/j.php?MTID=m0591e41685eadb285f105b313c07b0b2

Please note that the deadline to apply is November 18, 2022. It is encouraged to apply early, since there may be an application cap. 

Summer Internships with USDA APHIS

Internship season is here and USDA APHIS has 50+ opportunities available for students to apply! Some of the available positions include:

• Economist
• Environmental Protection
• Public Affairs
• Legal
• Risk Management
• HR
• And More!

Click here to see the list of openings!

Deadline to apply is Monday, November 7th!

Click here to see some of USDA tips for applying to internships
Click here to view some of the USDA tips for writing a federal resume

Navigating Your Federal Career: Expo for Students, Interns and Recent Grads

Join the Partnership for Public Service for an event open to students, interns, and recent grads of all academic backgrounds as well as university faculty and staff. This is an opportunity to learn about the wide range of federal jobs and internships and get practical tips on how to launch a career in federal government. Dr. Anthony Fauci will provide opening remarks about the importance and impact of public service.

Date
Wednesday, Nov 9, 2022

Schedule

• 5:30 p.m. ET: Food and networking with federal agencies
• 6:45 p.m. ET: Opening remarks from Dr. Anthony Fauci, M.D.
• 7:00 p.m. ET: Discussion sessions, covering topics including:
• Feds Under 30
• Mythbusting Federal Human Resources
• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Access at Federal Agencies
• Benefits of Federal Service

Location
Partnership Office
600 14th Street NW
Suite 600
Washington, DC 20005

RSVP here

https://ourpublicservice.org/event/navigating-your-federal-career-expo-for-students-interns-and-recent-grads/

U.S. Department of State Summer 2023 Paid Student Internship Program

The U.S. Department of State is currently accepting applications for their 2023 Internship Program. The internship is intended to provide students with the opportunity to work in U.S. embassies and consulates throughout the world, as well as in various bureaus located in Washington, D.C. and at the Department offices around the United States. This program is designed to provide substantive learning experiences in a foreign affairs environment. 

Tasks:
Generally, interns may: participate in meetings with senior-level U.S. Government or foreign government officials; draft, edit, or contribute to cables, reports, communications, talking points, or other materials used by policymakers in furthering U.S. foreign policy objectives; support events, including international and/or multilateral meetings and conferences; engage directly with U.S. audiences in helping to explain the work of the Department of State or foreign audiences in helping to promote U.S. foreign policy and improve understanding of U.S. culture and society.

To qualify you must: 

• Be a United States citizen at the time of application.
• Be at least 18 years old. 
• Be in good academic standing with at least a 3.2 GPA or higher. 
• Be pursuing a baccalaureate or graduate degree and returning to your academic program upon completion of your internship. 
• Be a college junior, senior, or graduate student with at least 60 credit hours earned at time of application—you are considered a college junior if you will be starting your junior year immediately following the completion of your internship.  
• Be participating in an accredited academic institution on at least a part-time basis at the time of application for the internship. The individual may qualify as a "student" even if the individual has a break in classes, as long as the break is no longer than five months at the time the individual begins the internship.
• Be able to work Full-Time during the 10-week internship, in-person either in Washington D.C. or your assigned overseas post.

To read more about the application process, visit the Intern section of their careers website for more information, and 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 November 7, 2022.

UMD Internship Survey for BSOS Students

Did you complete an internship in the past year?

UMD needs to hear from you! Please consider sharing your thoughts about your internship(s) experience during the Fall 2021, Spring 2022, and Summer 2022 semesters.

The University of Maryland is interested in learning about any internship(s) opportunities that you may have had outside the classroom during the time period of Fall 2021 through Summer 2022. This annual survey data helps current students with their internship search. Please share your experiences by clicking the link below. The survey is managed by the University Career Center.

Read more/take the survey: https://go.umd.edu/insurvey

Searching for a Spring/Summer Internship? Use the Feller Center's resources to get started.

Hiring: Program Assistant (International Team)

 

The Center for Economic and Policy Research (CEPR) has an immediate opening for a Program Assistant. This is a full-time, remote position, with preference for candidates in the Washington, DC area.

Job Description: The Program Assistant for the International Program at CEPR is responsible for a variety of important duties within the organization. The position plays an essential role in a number of daily tasks focused around releasing materials in English and Spanish for public or private audiences. These tasks include proofreading and formatting documents for publication, coordinating translations, disseminating CEPR materials for various audiences and assisting in research projects. For economic releases, this can include gathering and graphing economic data. The Program Assistant is responsible for a variety of operations for CEPR, including answering incoming inquiries, assisting with the planning and execution of events, and other miscellaneous tasks.

Qualifications: 

• A bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) as well as an interest in economic justice.
• Excellent attention to detail, ability to handle multiple projects and coordinate workflow, ability to work independently and with a team, good written and verbal communication skills, a sense of humor, and a shared commitment to CEPR’s mission and values.
• Candidates should have some or all of the following: strong knowledge of the political landscape; experience using economic data; experience at a nonprofit, union, or similar environment with a track record of successful work; experience with publication layout/design, website content management, and email distribution programs; knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, graphing and visualization software (such as Tableau and Datawrapper) and graphing best practices; and the ability to learn new software and skills quickly.
• Experience with any of the following is not required but desirable: coalitions and coalition building, the US Congress, Photoshop or Illustrator, statistical analysis, website design and maintenance, and video and audio production/editing.
• Background in or familiarity with current events in Latin America and/or international financial institutions is a strong plus.
• Written and oral proficiency in Spanish a plus.

Closing Date of Position: Friday, November 18 2022 (at 11:59PM, Eastern time).

For more and information and to apply, please see the job posting here. 

Smith Business Minor Information Sessions - November 1st

 

CSIS Economics Program Spring 2023 Internship

CSIS seeks three full-time, paid research interns to support the Economics Program. The Economics Program’s mission is to illuminate the role of economics in foreign policy and national security and to offer practical economic policy ideas to enhance U.S. and global prosperity and security. We work on the practice of economic statecraft, from trade agreements and investment treaties to financial sanctions and export controls, as well as global economic governance and the domestic foundations of U.S. economic power. Much of the Program’s work is centered on the Asia-Pacific region, with specific emphasis on U.S. economic strategy toward the region and relations with China, Japan, and other key regional players. We also work on U.S. economic cooperation with allies, including EU countries and Asian allies, with a particular focus on the intersection of international economic cooperation and technology policy. Because of the fast-paced work environment, interns should be motivated self-starters who enjoy a wide variety of analytic and logistical tasks and have strong written and oral communications skills. Interns will be part of a tight-knit and dedicated team where they will have the opportunity to make serious and substantive contributions to the work of the program, and will be paid an hourly rate.

Essential duties and responsibilities
• Conduct research across a broad topical and geographic scope.
• Daily monitoring of foreign and economic policy developments in Asia and the activities of relevant economic institutions and forums, including the G20, G7, and APEC.
• Support ongoing projects on U.S.-China relations, U.S.-Japan relations, U.S. economic strategy toward Asia, and the intersection between technology policy and economic statecraft.
• Identify, attend, and take notes on virtual internal and external events relevant to the work of the Economics Program.

For more information and to apply, interested applicants should visit https://careers.csis.org/. Résumés and cover letters must be submitted as one PDF named FIRSTNAME.LASTNAME.SPING2023.pdf. Applications not submitted in this format will not be considered. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. 

Hiring Pre-Doctoral Fellows at MIT

 

Nathaniel Hendren is recruiting a Research Fellow based at MIT in Cambridge, MA to conduct economic analysis. The full-time, one year appointment is to begin July 1, 2023, renewable annually based on mutual agreement and availability of funding. An employment term of two years is strongly preferred. The Research Fellow will be part of Policy Impacts, an organization founded by Professor Hendren that is dedicated to improving the quality of government decision-making by promoting standardization in policy analysis.

The pre-doctoral fellow will work directly with Professor Hendren on research topics in applied micro economics and empirical welfare analysis. Topics likely include the welfare analysis of environmental and criminal justice policies, empirical macroeconomics, and the impact and incidence of labor market shocks. Work will involve detailed and careful coding of the welfare impacts of government policies, analysis and coding of large microdatasets, literature reviews, and advanced meta-analysis methods using Stata and GitHub. It will also build upon earlier work studying the welfare impacts of government policies and the impact of local labor markets on upward economic mobility.

The pre-doctoral position is intended to provide experiences that will be most beneficial to applicants intending to pursue graduate work in economics. The work will include in-depth exposure to a broad set of literature in economics and experience with advanced empirical and statistical methods. Pre doctoral fellows are invited to participate in broader activities at MIT, including seminars and courses, and will be connected to a broader community of pre-doctoral fellows at MIT, Blueprint Labs, and Opportunity Insights.

Qualifications and Skills

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in economics, computer science, mathematics, statistics, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years’ specialized experience with quantitative data analysis, research methods, and/or social sciences research (which may include coursework or experience gained as an undergraduate).
• Programming skills, particularly around data analysis, cleaning, and simulations. Previous fellows in this position have used Stata, R, or Python to conduct analyses.
• Ability to work independently in a self-directed role across multiple projects, managers, and teams.
• Responsibility and Judgement: Deals with confidential information and/or issues using discretion and judgement.

For more information and to submit your application, visit MIT’s hiring site here. The priority application deadline is Sunday, November 6, 2022 at 11:59pm ET. Applications will continue to be accepted after the priority deadline through Monday, November 14, 2022 at 11:59pm ET.

GSA’s OCFO is Recruiting

The General Services Administration’s Office of the Chief Financial Officer is hiring entry-level accountants, budget analysts, and financial management analysts. These recent graduate positions are for students who have graduated or who will graduate by June 30, 2023. The announcements go live on Monday, October 24, and close on Friday, November 4, 2022.

The GSA's office is looking for skilled and motivated candidates who are critical thinkers and problem solvers. Candidates from a wide range of backgrounds – including business administration, public policy or public affairs, political science, and economics – will have the opportunity to prosper here.

If you want to learn more about the GSA's office or these opportunities, you’ll have a chance during the upcoming OCFO information session on Thursday, October 27 at 11 a.m. Eastern. This session will give attendees a chance to learn more about what makes OCFO a great place to work and to ask questions about the positions and our office.

FDA Economics Internship - Spring 2023

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) invites undergraduate juniors or seniors, or master’s students majoring in Economics, Data Science, 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 or during 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 2023 FDA Econ Internship” by midnight on December 2, 2022.

AEA Summer Program 2023

Since 1974, the AEA Summer Program, through scholarships, has increased diversity in the field of economics by preparing talented undergraduates for doctoral programs in economics and related disciplines. The 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 were graduates of the program. The program will once again be offered at Howard University in Summer 2023. All students receive 2 months of intensive training in microeconomics, mathematics, econometrics and research methods with leading faculty. At 3 credits per class, students have the opportunity to earn 12 college credits. For details on the program, please visit https://economics.howard.edu/aeasp.

Students who would like to learn more about the program, AEA will be having a virtual information session on November 16, 2022 at 7pm est. Those who are interested can register at https://tinyurl.com/aeasummerprogram.

Dept. of Mechanical Engineering Research Coordinator Positions Available for Recent Grads

The Research Coordinator for the Department of Mechanical Engineering in the A. James Clark School of Engineering, University of Maryland, College Park works with Principal Investigators (PIs) through the development, submission, award, execution and close out of sponsored projects. The Coordinator advises faculty on all elements and procedures required for proposal preparation, development, and submission and on appropriate expenditures, award specific terms, and regulations.

The Coordinator also obtains and follows solicitation instructions for the preparation of the proposals and prepares proposal budgets, gathers information to support the proposed costs, and completes all required sponsor cost proposal forms.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Skill in planning work, ability to analyze, retain knowledge, show initiative and be resourceful in finding information pertaining to the job.
• Strong computer skills required (Microsoft Office Suite, spreadsheets and formulas, Google Drive, ticketing system, Adobe Professional, etc.).
• Knowledge of federal grant compliance and award management guidelines (OMB A-21; A-133; A-110, now under the Uniform Guidance).
• Skill in organizing and executing multiple assignments under specific time constraints and must work well under pressure.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and tact.
• Strong attention to detail.

There are two openings; one full-time and one part-time position. For more details and to apply visit the links below.

Part-time (20-30 hrs per week) https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/101264

Full-time:  https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/101255

Economic Research Intern Opportunity at the Chicago Fed!

The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago’s Economic Research Summer Intern application is NOW OPEN for the Summer of 2023.

This program provides students with the opportunity to gain valuable research experience, network with peers in the field, and to work side-by-side with our economists and research assistants to support research and policy work. Interns work full time for 12 consecutive weeks and are typically asked to:

• support economists in their basic and applied research – inclusive of collecting data, conducting moderately complex statistical analysis, writing code for model estimations and organizing the presentation of results;

• assist economists with their research and analysis of public policy issues and events;

• prepare a variety of charts, tables, and descriptive text for staff economists and department management.

These internships are ideal for students looking to build their research portfolios, who have a potential interest in graduate school, or who are considering applying for the Chicago Fed’s Research Assistant program after graduation. Summer 2023 Economic Research interns are given priority consideration for 2024 RA openings providing positive recommendations regarding performance throughout their internship experience.

The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce. We recognize the benefit derived from different perspectives and experiences, and we look carefully at candidates’ records to identify individuals whose perspectives could benefit our work. As such, we especially encourage submissions from groups traditionally less represented in economics and related fields.

Apply for the position HERE!

START Accepting Applications for Spring 2023 Paid Internship Program

The National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Response to Terrorism (START), based here at the University of Maryland, is currently accepting applications for its Spring 2023 Paid Internship Program! 

The spring application will remain open until Sunday, November 6 at 11:59pm ET, however, students are encouraged to apply by 11:59pm ET on Sunday, October 23rd for best consideration.

START's Spring 2023 internship program will be in person at START headquarters in College Park, MD. Fully remote internships will not be possible for the Spring 2023 semester.

Why choose an internship at START?

• Experience working with a large team of dynamic and experienced researchers.

• Exposure to cutting edge theories and methods.

• Deepen your understanding of current issues in terrorism and homeland security.

• Work on projects of immediate interest to the practitioner and policy community.

• Hone and develop a range of transferable skills attractive to future employers.

• Opportunity to work with and meet other students and researchers with similar interests.

• Virtual enrichment activities, offering wide opportunities for learning and personal growth, schedule includes simulations, career presentations and research talks.

• Mentorship from START staff and researchers in a successful professional environment.

• Internships can be undertaken for academic credit (depending on approval from your institution and department). 

How to apply:

Please visit https://www.start.umd.edu/careers/internships for internship project descriptions, qualifications, and the spring 2023 internship application. Interested candidates must submit an application via START's website here.  

Virtual information sessions:

Interested students are encouraged to attend our upcoming virtual information session, on Wednesday, October 26 at 4:00pm ET. This session will provide an opportunity to learn more about the program, explore resume and cover letter tips, and to ask questions. Interested students can sign up for the session here. 

Any questions can be directed to escoll@umd.edu. 

Job Opening for Senior Research Support Associate at MIT in 2023

Blueprint Labs is a research lab based at the Department of Economics at MIT. They are hiring a Senior Research Support Associate (RSA) to work with faculty on administrative and research-related needs beginning in Spring or Summer 2023.

Position Overview:
Reporting directly to the Operations Manager and indirectly to assigned faculty, the Research Support Associate will work with a group of faculty in regards to both administrative and research-related needs. The Research Support Associate will start during Spring 2023.

This is a full-time, one-year appointment that is renewable annually (contingent on funding). A commitment of two years is strongly preferred. The hourly pay range is $21.50 – $23/hr.

Responsibilities and Duties: 

• Will assist a group of faculty in various research related projects that may include statistical analysis of data and other information in relation to faculty research projects. 
• Will be responsible for general administrative duties for a group of faculty. Will be expected to attend training in financial and web based applications. 
• Will assist in class and seminar preparation for faculty.
• Responsible for preparing, proofreading and transmitting recommendation letters and other correspondence as needed.
• Will also support the administrative activities of Blueprint Labs through operations, events, and research grants.
• Other departmental duties as needed or required

Qualifications & Skills: 
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree in economics or a related social science discipline preferred.

Skills: Knowledge of social science research and data collection methods. Strong skills in statistical analysis (Stata or R) and data management (spreadsheets and databases) is beneficial. Position requires strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills, ability to meet deadlines, and work independently as well as part of a team.

Learn more and apply here. If you have questions, please email hiring@mitblueprintlabs.org.

Fellowship and Internship Opportunities at Global Investment and Technology Development Firm

Want to take a deep dive into the worlds of finance and tech? The D.E. Shaw group invites you to apply to their in-person fellowships this summer for a chance to see inside their work and connect with experienced mentors.

Program Dates:
Latitude: January 9-11, 2023
Discovery: January 11-13, 2023

Fellows will:

• Learn the ins and outs of our industry through hands-on seminars with our analysts and notable visiting speakers
• Connect with senior leaders at the firm and other fellows from schools around the county
• Receive a $1,500 stipend (travel and accommodations are also covered)

Eligibility:
Rising sophomores from all areas of study with a strong academic record, demonstrated history of achievement, and keen interest in exploring the intersection of finance and technology.

Applications for the two winter 2023 fellowships close on November 7, 2022. To learn more, visit the fellowship program website. 

For any students expecting to graduate in spring 2024, applications for summer 2023 internships are currently open as well! 

Opportunities at CBO for Assistant Analyst

The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) is a small nonpartisan agency that provides economic and budgetary analysis to the Congress. Many divisions within CBO are seeking assistant analysts. Specific duties will vary but will include research assistance, statistical analysis, fact-checking and quality assurance, database management, literature review, and graphics production to address policy questions and prepare analyses to meet the needs of Congressional committees.

This is an entry-level position for a period not to exceed three years—ideal for those interested in substantive work experience before attending graduate school. These position are only for candidates who have or are completing a bachelor’s degree; it is not for those who are have or are completing a master’s degree.

Assistant Analysts often pursue professional or graduate degrees in fields such as economics and finance following their two- to three-year appointments at CBO.

For more information and to apply go to: cbo.gov/careers

Paid Commercial Real Estate Internship for Spring 2023

 Project Destined, founded by a former Carlyle Group executive, has partnered with 250+ leading real estate firms and 300+ universities around the country to provide diverse students with internship opportunities to explore ownership through live real estate deals. 

The 10-week Paid, Virtual Internship Program will launch in 30+ U.S, Canadian and International markets in January 2023 with an incredible group of partners including Goldman Sachs, CBRE, Wells Fargo, JLL, Greystar, Hines, Eastdil Secured, Brookfield Properties, PGIM Real Estate, among 250+ others (see list below).

As part of the program, interns will work 6-8 hours per week through real estate training, an Executive Speaker Series, and competing with students from 300+ universities in “Shark Tank” style live deal pitch competitions.

Students will have the opportunity to:

• Gain access to our network of over 250+ Global Real Estate Companies

• Work on live real estate deals with some of our 500+ Corporate Mentors

• Attend a company sponsored site visit

• Earn a stipend of $500 and a chance to win an additional $1,000 in bonuses throughout weekly competitions

• Free access to Financial Modeling Training led by Professionals from New York University (NYU) & Columbia University. Achieve a Free Financial Modeling Certification upon completion

• Supplement your existing internship or academic scheduling

• Get access to special bootcamps led by top Real Estate & Investment Management Firms in fields including corporate real estate, investment banking, development, asset management & others

Program Dates:

• Application Deadline: Jan 3rd, 2023

• Onboarding Dates: Jan 18th, 2023 - Feb 10th, 2023

• Program Activities: Feb 13, 2023 - Apr 19th, 2023

Please sign up here to join an Open House and learn more

Interested Candidates can apply HERE.

Deadline: January 3rd, 2023

Federal Reserve's Virtual Exploring Careers in Economics Webinar

 

Thursday October 20, 2022 at 1:30pm EST:  Exploring Careers in Economics – At this event, Fed staff will welcome students nationwide via webcast to discuss career opportunities and diversity in economics. This is a great opportunity to learn about career paths within the Federal Reserve System. Students may register using the following link: https://www.federalreserve.gov/conferences/exploring-careers-in-economics-fall-2022.htm

Recorded sessions are available for viewing at https://www.federalreserve.gov/conferences/exploring-careers-in-economics.htm. Past keynote speakers include Governor Lael Brainard (Fall 2020), Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta President Raphael Bostic (Fall 2019), and Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco President Mary Daly (Spring 2019).

Economics Outreach – Educators and student organizations at high schools, colleges, and universities are welcome to reach out to learn how the Board can host an event at your institution or group. We offer EconConnections, presentations hosted by Board economists on econ-related topics, and Econ Outreach sessions that focus on our intern and research assistant recruitment, as well as our application and interview processes. Please email econoutreach@frb.gov for more information. You may find more information here: https://www.federalreserve.gov/careers-economics-outreach.htm

www.fedeconjobs.org – The Federal Reserve System’s portal for information on RA and internship opportunities at the Board and all 12 Reserve Banks has undergone a recent refresh. Any students interested in economics related careers at the Fed can use this link to find out about open positions, and how RAs contribute to the health of the economy and work of Fed Economists across the System.

Federal Work Study (FWS) Business Office Job at STAMP

Department: Adele H. Stamp Student Union
Unit: Administration
Position Title: Business Office Support Clerk

Position Description:

The STAMP Mission:

To provide a safe and inviting campus center where all UMD students, alumni, faculty,
staff, and community members cultivate lifelong relationships founded on engagement,
learning, multiculturalism, and citizenship.

What You Will Learn:

All student employees within Stamp will be part of STAMP GROW starting Fall 2019.
Our GROW employment program uses brief, structured conversations between student
employees and their supervisors to help students connect the skills and knowledge they
are gaining in the classroom with their on-campus employment and co-curricular
experiences. Although your job in Stamp may not be directly related to your future
profession, the skills you learn here will help you in your chosen career path and give
you valuable work experience to strengthen your resume. You will learn to provide
customer service that is positive, interpersonal, informative, professional, and
solution-orientated. In addition, you can expect to learn skills such as critical thinking,
time management, interpersonal communication, working with people from diverse
backgrounds and working as part of a team.

The Support Clerk will report to our Business Office in the day to day operations of the
Stamp. The position will require a 5-10 hour per week commitment to assist with Stamp
Business services. This position will include fiscal management, business processing and technology-related tasks. Business, Economics, or Computer Science students are encouraged to apply.

Duties:

● Data entry into programs such as Excel and Smartsheet
● Help develop Business Office Support Clerk manual and training materials
● Filing materials into the appropriate cabinets/folders
● Tabulating cash deposits
● Pre-auditing purchasing logs
● Updating financial resource pages as needed
● Mail collection
● Other duties as assigned

Skills Required:

● Ability to follow instructions
● Ability to work cooperatively with students and staff without direct supervision
● Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office
● Excellent organizational skills
● Friendly and outgoing
● Written and verbal communication
● Computer literacy

Preferences:

● Experience with Google Suite, Smartsheets
● Availability to work on-site Tuesdays and/or Wednesdays between 9am and 5pm
● Ability to work a minimum of three hours per shift

NOTE: IN ORDER TO QUALIFY FOR THIS POSITION, YOU MUST BE A
FEDERAL WORK STUDY (FWS) STUDENT.

When applying, please include a one-page resume of relevant experience and a one-page cover letter that seeks to answer the following prompts:

1. In what way do you believe your skillset will be an asset to the Business Office
team?

2. Describe a situation in which you did one or both of the following:

○ Completed a long-term project that you are proud of, either independently

                or collaboratively

○ Solved a complex issue, either in the workplace or in your academics -

                what was the issue, and how did you resolve it?

Interviews will be conducted in early November. For any questions or concerns,
please reach out to kdiggs1@umd.edu. We look forward to receiving your application!

SUBMIT HERE - https://go.umd.edu/c6M

Meet with JP Morgan, FDIC, and More at the Employer Pop-Up Shop (Oct 12 3:30-5:00)

 

Wednesday, October 12, 2022, 3:30-5:00 pm

Virtual Event

Register

Our virtual Employer Pop-Up Shops give you the opportunity to learn about various employers and industries that hire ECON majors for internships and jobs, with opportunities to talk with employers in break-out rooms. Learn what's out there and what employers are looking for! This month, the following employers have registered (and several are actively hiring for jobs and internships!):

• Bureau of Labor Statistics
• Econ One - Intellectual Property Consulting
• JPMorgan Chase & Co
• Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
• Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation

University Partners Program Workshop Series II

Getting the inside information can help you to be successful in getting the desired internship, job, or other opportunities. Join us to learn how to build relationships, create networks, and gain valuable information for your career, and to get an internship or job.

Register Now!

University Partners Program Workshop Series I

Are you seeking an internship or a job? Are you applying to graduate school? Strong interviewing skills are necessary for all. In this workshop, you will learn why employers interview and how an interview contributes to an admission decision.

Register Now!

Are You Considering a Career in Consulting? Don't Miss These Case Interview Workshops!

 

 Consulting Case Interview Workshop with CapTech Consulting

Management consulting firms use case interviews to assess a candidate's problem-solving and analytical abilities before hiring them.

Join the University Career Center and our guest presenters from CapTech Consulting to learn how to prepare for and ace your case interview.

Our experts will provide a general overview of the fundamentals and the typical format for a case interview, offer tips and best practices for analyzing the case and composing a solid response, and share what characteristics set candidates apart. They will also share details about CapTech's specific interview process so make sure you attend if you think you’d like to work for them!

This in-person workshop takes place next Tuesday, October 11th from 12 to 1pm at the University Career Center. We are located in Hornbake Library, using the side entrance which is closest to Campus Drive. Take the elevators to the 3rd floor. 

Please use this link to RSVP Register here for the Consulting Case Study Workshop

If you have questions, please contact Lydia Woods at lwoods13@umd.edu.

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Case Study Workshop hosted by DraftKings

Date: Friday, October 14th

Time: 12 - 1pm EST

Location: https://app.ripplematch.com/t/fbd51337

Learn how to develop your interviewing skills in this case study workshop! We'll walk you through how to approach an interview that involves answering a complex business problem.

International Student Job Search Strategies

Date: October 14, 2022
Time: 12:00 - 2:00 PM ET
Location: Virtual

Interested in hearing how H-1B sponsorship happens from the inside? Dan Beaudry, former head of campus recruiting at Monster.com, shares the potent job search system used by many international students to find U.S. employment. H-1Bs are won in ways you likely don't expect. What you will discover in this presentation may surprise you. Immediately following Dan Beaudry, the University Career Center and Engineering Career Services will help you implement the most effective networking and job search strategies

Register for the zoom link here:  https://umd.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUocu2opzopH9Ydd6saZ0vvBffQrxQBHYyh

Check out the Feller Center's resources for international students here: https://fellercenter.umd.edu/career-planning/international-students-job-internship-search