How To ... Workshop Series in April

 

How To … Workshop Series Noon - 12:45pm | Virtual on Zoom Here are our multi series of How To ... Workshops in April How to Evaluate & Negotiate Job Offers | 4/4 How to Explore Career Options | 4/5 How to Search for an Internship or Job | 4/6 How to Build Your Network | 4/10 How to Apply to Graduate School | 4/13 How to Prepare for An Interview | 4/18 How to be Career Ready as a BIPOC Terp | 4/19 How to Prepare for the Health Professions Fair Tues 4/4 | 5pm - 6pm How to Prepare for Medical/Dental School Interviews Tues 4/4 | 6pm - 7pm How to Make the Most of Your Summer WITH an Internship Wed 4/5 | Noon - 1pm Career Shuttle: National Weather Service Tues 4/11 | 3pm - 6pm

Bright Future Scholarship

Application Open: April 3rd | Application Deadline: May 8th

The Bright Futures Initiative awards students with need-based scholarships ranging from $100-$1,000 to help offset expenses incurred during unpaid internships. Scholarships are generously funded by the Eisen Family, the University Career Center & The President’s Promise, and individual donors through Maryland Giving Day.

Apply here: https://careers.umd.edu/find-jobs-internships/internships/financing-your-internship

Intern for a Day Round 2

                      

Don't worry if you missed the first deadline for our popular Intern for a Day program because it's back for round 2! We connect undergraduate Terps with experienced professionals for in-person job shadowing or virtual informational interviewing experiences to explore potential career fields

Orientation will open on Monday, April 3rd.

Last day to complete orientation is Sunday, April 9th @ 11:59pm

For more information on how to participate in this program, visit go.umd.edu/ifad

The list of hosts available for Round Two can be found here

Bureau of Economics Intern at the Federal Trade Commission

 

This position will close once they receive 75 applications or April 11, 2023

Learn more and apply here

This position is being filled under the Pathways Internship Program that is designed to attract students with paid opportunities to work in agencies and explore Federal careers while still in school. This position is specifically for an internship in the FTC's Bureau of Economics. The Bureau's main responsibilities are providing economic analysis in support of antitrust and consumer protection investigations and conducting research on the functioning of markets in the economy.

Duties

Student Trainees will have the opportunity to develop data analysis skills and assist professional economists in performing statistical and econometric analyses to support the Bureau's mission.

As a Student Trainee (Office Automation) - Bureau of Economics Intern, you will assist economists with gathering data, preparing data for analysis, and performing economic analyses.

In addition, you will perform the following duties, which includes, but is not limited to;

• Convert file formats, check data contents, conduct basic data quality checks to assure reliability before performing econometric or other statistical analysis.
• Generate data sets from qualitative data or surveys in order to conduct econometric or other statistical analysis on these data.
• Write programs in Stata, R, or Python that summarize and describe data contents clearly and accurately.
• Write programs in Stata, SAS, R, or Python that apply statistical and econometric methods appropriately to address consumer protection and antitrust issues.
• Prepare accurate and clear graphs, tables, and other visualizations output that effectively summarize the data.
• Communicate professionally and respectfully with colleagues - both orally and in writing.
• Listen, clarify ambiguities, and act on guidance by economists and supervisors.
• Work effectively and proactively with minimal supervision.

If you have never applied to a federal job before, use our federal resume template to guide you!

Rawlings Undergraduate Leadership Fellows

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Apply for the Minor in International Development and Conflict Management!

The minor in International Development and Conflict Management (IDCM) has open spots - apply now and you can gain admission in time to register for our main gateway course in the fall! The program website has information about applying.  In advance of applying, we recommend that students check out the pages about coursework and frequently asked questions.

Undergraduate students in all majors are encouraged to consider IDCM. The combination of programs can be a great fit for multiple reasons:

·          IDCM focuses on important contemporary issues with wide relevance. The program is geared around the major challenges of underdevelopment and instability observed around the world – and their intersections and interactions. The program emphasizes understanding of these challenges and activities to identify, design, and implement measures that are effective and responsible in bringing about positive, lasting changes.

·          The issues on which IDCM focuses require interdisciplinary attention. The challenges are not just matters of economics and politics. Instead, they involve a wide assortment of topics, including regional contexts, demography, culture, religion, race and ethnicity, history, communications, data, and more. Professionals with complementary expertise on different topics often partner to tackle the complex demands of these challenges.

·          IDCM draws students from across campus. The program regularly enrolls students from every college and school at UMD. The new IDCM cohort already has representation of students from over 15 majors. This diversity is purposeful, because of the subject matter and approach of the program.

·          The content and style of education in IDCM gives students rich experience and practical, professional capabilities. IDCM is problem-oriented, practical, and pre-professional in orientation. Students collaborate in teams on projects, consulting with external clients, mentors, and stakeholders. Course activities are tailored with workplaces and jobs in mind, cultivating marketable, versatile skills.

·          Multiple courses can fulfill both requirements of IDCM and requirements of majors. UMD policies enable students to double-count six credits of coursework for core requirements of programs. A substantial portion of the 16 credits of IDCM coursework can also meet requirements within many majors that students take several elective courses concentrated in an area outside the program (supporting sequence, cognate, upper-level division, etc.).

Please feel free to contact IDCM (midcminfo@umd.edu) with any questions about the program.  Major advisors can assist you in exploring options to combine with IDCM.

Housing Policy Council Research Internship

HPC is seeking a Summer Intern/Research Assistant to work at our Washington, D.C. office.  This is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure and build business acumen. 

The Housing Policy Council (HPC) is a nonpartisan trade association representing the nation’s leading participants in the housing finance market.  The Summer Intern/Research Assistant will assist the HPC staff with a variety of projects pertaining to mortgage policy, capital markets, membership, events management, government relations and administration. In conjunction with HPC staff, the intern will:  

• Utilize mortgage databases to analyze data and generate reports on the mortgage market’s structure, size, and performance 
• Provide research assistance in the drafting of internal memos, research papers, and comment letters on pending regulations
• Attend and report on Congressional hearings
• Assist with logistics for HPC’s Annual Meeting 

Required qualifications for this position include:  

Education:

• Must be a rising sophomore, junior or senior in a bachelor’s program at an accredited academic institution.  Economics majors preferred.  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong organizational skills. 
• Takes initiative and problem-solves.
• Ability to follow-through on projects and to operate within deadlines.
• A strong desire to learn and to work hard.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint).

The schedule for this position is 24-32 hours per week.  This internship is expected to begin in May 2023 and last up to three months. The Summer Intern/Research Assistant will work at HPC’s Washington D.C. office three designated days per week and may telework other days. 

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to recruiter@housingpolicycouncil.org

The deadline to apply is April 4th. 

Pay rate for this position is $20 per hour.

CSIS Hiring Program Coordinator and Research Assistant

 The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) is a non-profit, bipartisan public policy organization established in 1962 to provide strategic insights and practical policy solutions to decision makers concerned with global security and prosperity. Over the years, it has grown to be one of the largest organizations of its kind, with a staff of some 200 employees, including more than 120 analysts working to address the changing dynamics of international security across the globe.

The Economics Program at CSIS leads the Center’s work on international economic policy, global economic governance, and the domestic economic foundations of U.S. power. Its 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. The Economics Program has a particular geographical focus on the Indo-Pacific region.

The Economics Program is recruiting a full-time program coordinator and research assistant (PCRA) who is highly motivated, professional, and has a strong interest in international economic policy. The PRCA will assist in day-to-day operations, including event planning. outreach efforts, supporting the program’s internship program, and other administrative assistance. The PCRA will also provide research assistance on substantive projects through writing, research, data/trend analysis, and project development. This is an in-person position at the CSIS headquarters.

NOTES

• The estimated start date for this position is May 2023.

• This posting is for a full-time role, in-person at the CSIS headquarters in Washington, DC.

• Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

More information and application can be found here.

Resume Writing Workshop for Consulting Jobs/Internships

 

Date: Wednesday, April 5

Time: 4:30-5:30 pm

Place: 3100 Hornbake Library, South Wing

Register

Want a job or internship in the consulting industry but need help getting your resume right? You're not going to want to miss this event. Join us as our employer partners walk students through how to create a resume that will make them competitive candidates within the Consulting Industry!



Questions? Please contact Ronda Ansted, Career Outreach Strategist, at ransted@umd.edu.

Impact Intern Applications Now Open for Summer 2023

Impact Interns connects University of Maryland students with paid internships in nonprofit and social impact organizations. Impact Interns is perfect for students that want to create a positive social impact and develop professionally over the course of the summer. For Summer 2023, the Do Good Institute is offering 62 exciting positions across many different work areas from program management to communications.

To learn more about the program, attend an information session, and see all of the positions we are offering this summer, please check out the Impact Interns webpage. Applications will be open until April 2 at 11:59pm and can be submitted through the portal found on the Impact Intern webpage.

Please email impactinterns@umd.edu with any questions and hopefully you will consider applying!  

Summer 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, 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 “Summer 2023 FDA Econ Internship” by midnight on April 14, 2022.

Dean's Student Advisory Council Currently Accepting Applications

The Dean’s Student Advisory Council (DSAC) is an undergraduate committee that advises the BSOS Associate Dean and Dean on undergraduate matters, provides a forum for student leaders to propose and launch initiatives to support undergraduates in BSOS, and offers a forum for discussion and action on matters pertinent to the undergraduate experience at the University of Maryland. DSAC meets on Tuesday evenings from 5:30 to 8:00 pm in the fall AND spring semester.

Applications for the 2023-2024 academic year are due March 27th.

To learn more about DSAC, and to apply, visit their website.

Fall 2023 SEC Scholars Program Internship

The SEC is actively recruiting for the SEC Scholars Business Program for Fall 2023. The program targets currently enrolled undergraduate and graduate students to participate in a ten-week internships, these are temporary appointments.

The SEC Scholars Program will tentatively begin August 28, 2023 and conclude on November 3, 2023.

SEC Scholars Business students will be assigned to work with SEC staff members on projects and assignments that cover a broad range of the Commissions' work. That work depends upon the division or office where the student works. Business intern assignments range from supporting securities regulations to assisting in professional administrative duties such as human resources, contracting, auditing, etc.

The SEC Scholars Program will be full-time or part-time in the Fall. This will be determined and agreed upon based on the selectees academic course load schedule and division/office needs. You will have the opportunity to discuss schedule, hours, etc. upon selection and acceptance into the program. Interns must work a minimum of 16 hours per week.

Click here to find out more information and apply!

March MATHness

 

Alumni Association Scholarship 2023-24 is NOW LIVE

Alumni Association Scholarship Program:

 
The Alumni Association Scholarship application is now available with an April 3 deadline. For the 2023-24 academic year, the Alumni Association is planning to award 20 scholarships of $3,500 each, totaling $70,000. Competitive applicants should be a continuing student with a 3.0 GPA or higher, show commitment to the university community through on-campus and/or off-campus involvement, and exhibit Terp pride. Applicants are evaluated on four categories - involvement and Terp pride, leadership, creativity, and academic excellence.

Eligibility requirements:

• Applicants must have completed at least one semester at the University of Maryland, College Park at the time of application; must be enrolled full time (12+ credits for undergraduate students and 9+ credits or 48+ units for graduate students) during both the Fall 2023 and Spring 2024 semesters. For more information on full time status enrollment, visit the Registrar's website here.

• Applicants must submit a complete, online application by April 3rd, 2023 at 11:59pm EDT, which includes application, unofficial transcript, resume, and a reference letter submission to AAscholarship@umd.edu. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

The scholarship application and additional information can be found on our website here. The deadline to apply is April 3, 2023 by 11:59pm EDT

Research Analyst position in IMF - Middle East and Central Asia Department (DEADLINE: March 21, 2023)

The Middle East and Central Asia Department of the International Monetary Fund has three openings for Research Analysts. The positions are full-time, entry-level, one-year contractual appointments renewable for up to four years. Applicants must have residency status within 35 miles of Washington, D.C., but may have citizenship from any of the IMF’s 190 member countries. This is not an internship. The expected starting dates for the positions are in May-June 2023.

The research analyst uses quantitative and qualitative analytical skills, knowledge of technology and information systems, and research abilities to support the operational work of the Fund. Duties include collecting and compiling statistical information from various data sources, validating statistical information from alternative data sources for accuracy and consistency, processing and transforming data sets using statistical and econometric techniques, and maintaining and updating statistical information in structured databases. In addition, the research analyst evaluates economic relationships in databases, analyzes economic time series data, prepares data submissions as input for IMF publications, formats charts and tables for IMF publications, assists in original research and cross-country projects, and supports other research analysts in the department.

Qualifications

The candidate should:

• Understand economic concepts and demonstrate a working knowledge of data sources to obtain macroeconomic and financial data.

• Show an ability to gather and process statistical materials with minimum supervision and report results cogently both orally and in writing. 

• Have a strong aptitude for processing economic data with skills in using Excel, Bloomberg and custom database applications.

• Have experience with econometric techniques using statistical applications such as Stata or Eviews.

• Display personal qualities related to a professional working environment as well as strong interpersonal skills.

• Have the ability to work independently and in collaboration with others, to perform different tasks accurately and reliably under time pressure, and to imagine new approaches to workflow, problem solving, and communication.

Occasional overtime may be required.

If you meet the above requirements, please send resumes to GABAJYAN@IMF.org by COB March 21, 2023.

DraftKings Early Risers Program

ATTENTION: ALL UNDERCLASSMEN!!!

WHAT IS IT?

DraftKings is hosting a one-day immersion program for students to learn more about our business and how to get involved early on with DraftKings

WHEN IS IT?

Wednesday, May 17th, 2023 starting at 10:30 AM Eastern Time

WHERE IS IT?

The DraftKings Boston office

WHO IS IT FOR?

Underclassmen interested in careers in Analytics, Software Engineering, Business, Marketing & Creative

LEARN MORE AND APPLY HERE BY MARCH 24TH, 2023

Apply to be a BSOS Ambassador!

The College of Behavioral and Social Sciences offers students an opportunity to become involved in our college while earning two elective credits. This experience will teach you skills that will ultimately make you more marketable to employers and graduate programs. Additionally, being a BSOS Ambassador provides excellent leadership, public speaking, and teaching experience, as well as networking opportunities with faculty, staff, alumni, university administrators, and prospective students.

The required seminar course meets once a week, in-person on Thursdays from 4:00-4:50 pm. Students are required to complete three service events (1.5-3 hours each) over the course of the semester.

For more information and to access the application, please visit https://bsos.umd.edu/undergraduate/bsos-ambassadors.

BSOS DSAC Applications Open!

BSOS DSAC Applications are Open! Find out more information on the requirements here: bsosdsac.com/join

Bureau of Economic Analysis Hiring - Recent Graduate Economist

The Recent Graduate Program is a one-year program that targets individuals who have recently graduated from qualifying educational institutions or programs. Successful applicants will be placed in a dynamic, one-year career development program. Throughout the program, you will participate in formal training, job assignments and receive a mentor to develop competencies applicable to the Bureau of Economic Analysis's mission and needs. To be eligible for conversion to a permanent or term position, Recent Graduates must:

• Successfully completed at least 1-year of continuous service in addition to all requirements of the Program.

• Demonstrate successful job performance.

• Meet the Office of Personnel Management's qualifications for the position to which the Recent Graduate will be converted.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Basic Entry Requirements for All Grade Levels: You must be a Recent College Graduate from qualifying institutions within two years of degree or certification (Veterans precluded by their military service obligation, will have up to six years to apply).

BASIC REQUIREMENTS: 

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

          OR

• Combination of education and experience: courses equivalent to a major in economics plus appropriate experience or additional education.

In addition to meeting the basic entry qualification requirements, applicants must have specialized experience and/or directly related education in the amounts shown below. To qualify for the band II (GS-9 level), you must meet the basic requirements listed above and have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade (GS-7 level) or band II.

Examples of qualifying experience include using computer software programs; compiling and assembling statistical material; evaluating and interpreting economic information to ensure data quality; identifying data discrepancies and irregularities; collecting and analyzing economic data from a primary or variety of sources; and managing assignments in an academic or professional environment.

More information can be found at USAJOBS - Job Announcement

U.S. Department of Justice - Antitrust Division, Economic Analysis Group - Economic Research Analysts Positions

The Economic Analysis Group in the Antitrust Division of the U.S. Department of Justice is soliciting applications for full-time economic research analyst positions in Washington, DC starting in the Spring 2023.

The Economic Analysis Group is looking for detail-oriented highly motivated individuals interested in economics.

A bachelor’s degree with a grade point average of 3.0 or better is required, and you must be a U.S. citizen. Experience in working with spreadsheets, statistics, computer programming, and econometrics is useful. Course work in statistics, econometrics, calculus, computer science, and linear algebra is also useful.

By April 2, 2023, please submit a resume, a short writing sample on an economic topic, names and emails of three references, and a copy of your college transcript, via e-mail to:

U.S. Department of Justice
Antitrust Division
atr.eagra@usdoj.gov

A formal application through usajobs.gov will be required.

Federal Reserve Board's Conference on Exploring Careers in Economics

Federal Reserve Board and Federal Reserve Education (FRE) will welcome students nationwide via webcast to discuss career opportunities and diversity in economics and to learn about career paths within the Federal Reserve System. The event takes place beginning at 1:30 p.m. ET on April 4, 2023.

For registration and more information: https://www.federalreserve.gov/conferences/exploring-careers-in-economics-spring-2023.htm

Participate in UMD Economic Experiments and Get Paid

The Experimental Economics Lab at the Department of Economics is recruiting full time UMD undergraduate students to participate in economic experiments. Participants will be guaranteed a participation payment for showing up on time, plus bonus payments. Typically, the total earnings are $15-20 per hour depending on the experiment.

There are 2 different experiments going on right now (one online and one in-person at Tydings Hall), with several available sessions. Sign up here to receive invitations to those sessions:
https://experimental.econ.umd.edu/orsee/public/

By registering, you will be put in our email list and receive announcements of any upcoming experimental sessions in a couple of days. For queries, please contact: expecon@umd.edu.

UN ECLAC Summer Internship Program - Open to current seniors or recent graduates

The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) is currently accepting applications for our Summer 2023 Internship Program.

The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean is one of the five regional Commissions of the United Nations. It was founded in 1948 with the purpose of contributing to the region's economic and social development. Its mission includes the design, monitoring and evaluation of public policies and the provision of advisory services, expertise and training to Governments, as well as support for regional and international cooperation and coordination activities. Please visit our website at www.eclac.org for further information.

The Intern will perform the following duties:

• Assisting in the execution of the substantive work of the Office;
• Engaging in economic analysis with a focus on trade, international finance, and development;
• Research and investigate international trade and finance issues of relevance to Latin America and the Caribbean region;
• Collect information from official country data, specialized agencies and other sources;
• Review and compile the collected data and information, prepare reports and update databases of the Office, incorporating appropriate tables, graphs, charts with references;
• The intern may also be asked to assist in the day-to-day work of the Office if required.

For more information and to apply visit: 

https://careers.un.org/lbw/jobdetail.aspx?id=203370&Lang=en-USWe

Interested in a Consulting Career? Learn How to Ace the Case Interview!

 

Date and Time: March 15, 2023, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Learn more and register

If you are interested in working for a consulting firm, you'll need to know how to ace the case interview. What is a case interview? How can you prepare yourself for a case interview? What resources are available ? How, as a BSOS Major can you leverage your academic experience to impress an interviewer?

Learn the answer to these questions and more during this session! This session will be led by an employer representative from DraftKings who will walk students through everything they need to know about the case interview process.

Questions? Please contact Ronda Ansted, Career Specialist, at ransted@umd.edu.

REMINDER: ECON Departmental Scholarship Application Deadline Sunday, March 12th

 

go.umd.edu/econscholarships

Attention Graduating Seniors

 

Click here for more informaiton.

Apply Today for BSOS Scholarships!

 

Apply Now

The College of Behavioral and Social Sciences offers a variety of scholarships to current students. We encourage students to apply now for an award for the Fall 2023 semester. Last year, nearly $50,000 was awarded through the College! 

Before submitting your application, make sure to review each scholarship's unique eligibility criteria. To explore all of our BSOS scholarships, and determine which ones suit you, please visit this link. 

 

Applications for the Fall 2023 semester are due on Friday, March 24, 2023 by 11:59 PM. Click here to apply. Questions regarding the scholarships or the application process may be directed to bsos-scholarships@umd.edu.

Entry-Level Economist Position at the Federal Housing Finance Agency: Closes 3/3/23!

 

Division of Research and Statistics

Closing Date: 3/3/23

Salary: $70,549 - $112,174 per year

Learn more and apply on USAJobs.gov

The Division of Research and Statistics (DRS) serves as a leading source of informative research, accessible data, and recognized expertise in housing finance. DRS produces and disseminates high-quality data, research, statistics, and analysis to internal and external stakeholders. DRS executes life-cycle data management and provides agency-level data governance. Finally, DRS contributes economic expertise and analyses to policy, regulatory and supervisory decision-making.

Duties:

• Performs various aspects of the lifecycle of data: design, development, collection, storage, production, validation, management, maintenance, documentation, dissemination, usage, and user support.
• Conducts primary data collection of administrative and survey data, including mortgage, borrower, and property data. Examples include loan application, loan performance and appraisal data.
• Conducts validation and quality assessment of data to produce and disseminate accurate and reliable data and statistics.
• Conducts research, analysis, assessment, modeling, visualization, and programming to improve production and dissemination of housing and mortgage data and statistics using a variety of tools such as SAS, Stata, R, SQL, and Tableau.
• Writes and disseminates technical documentation, technical reports, statistical blogs, analytical insights, and research papers, including internal and external presentations.
• Develops, creates, and produces statistical products, including dashboards and other similar tools.
• Provides support of internal and external users of the data and statistics produced and disseminated by the office.
• Communicates with users of data and statistics to improve and further development data and statistics.
• Monitors developments in data and quantitative methods and industry best practices in economics, statistics, housing finance, and credit, financial, and regulatory reporting to improve and further develop data production and dissemination.
• Provides technical information and briefings to peers and senior staff in the agency, regulated entities, industry groups, and the public.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

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

-OR-

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